Andrew Swaby

Andrew Swaby

politician Jamaica

Andrew Swaby is the Mayor of Kingston, Jamaica, who has been actively involved in local governance and community development. He recently garnered attention for his leadership in implementing a new resolution by the Kingston and St Andrew Municipal Cooperation (KSAMC) aimed at imposing fees for entertainment events, in response to concerns about public safety and infrastructure strain caused by large gatherings. Under his guidance, local authorities are working to ensure better planning and management of events, particularly focusing on waste management and environmental sustainability.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
6,923
Power
35$
Sentiment
7.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 2 7.50 0.21% +10% 2,961,167 6,923 $15,000 35$
Totals 2 2,961,167 6,923 $15,000 35$
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Recent Mentions

Jamaica Jamaica: Andrew Swaby is the mayor of Kingston who suggested that municipalities should take charge of their solid waste collection. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Editorial | Whither NSWMA? | Commentary

Jamaica Jamaica: Andrew Swaby is the Mayor of Kingston who proposed a waste management decentralisation programme. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: KSAMC proposes waste management decentralisation programme | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Mayor of Kingston, Andrew Swaby, condemned the actions regarding the destruction of billboards. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: 'Stop it!' - KSAMC condemns destruction of entertainment billboards | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Mayor of Kingston, Councillor Andrew Swaby, cautioned seasonal vendors that they must register with the KSAMC. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: KSAMC, police vow public order ahead of Christmas rush | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Swaby described the initiative as both a practical response to the fallout from the Category 5 hurricane and a gesture of appreciation to stakeholders in the entertainment industry. 9

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: KSAMC unveils 20% discount to ease post-hurricane pressure on entertainment industry

Jamaica Jamaica: Mayor Andrew Swaby told the monthly meeting of the KSAMC about the advertising companies that owe the municipality millions. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Illegal billboards dominant across Kingston and St Andrew; KSAMC explores regularisation | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Andrew Swaby, the Kingston Mayor, announced an alliance with the Jamaican diaspora to support the affected parishes after Hurricane Melissa. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: 65% of small businesses in Westmoreland wiped out by Hurricane Melissa - Mayor | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Kingston and St Andrew Mayor Andrew Swaby urged for updated building codes and greater municipal authority after Hurricane Melissa. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Editorial | Strengthen local government apparatus | Commentary