Desmond McKenzie

Desmond McKenzie

politician Jamaica

Desmond McKenzie is a Jamaican politician and the Local Government Minister, known for his commitment to improving infrastructure and community services. Recently, he has been in the news for hinting at fast-tracking plans for a temporary bridge in Portland following the collapse of the Craig Mill Bridge, which has severely affected local residents.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
17,308
Power
88$
Sentiment
7.40
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 5 7.40 0.53% +10% 2,961,167 17,308 $15,000 88$
Totals 5 2,961,167 17,308 $15,000 88$
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Recent Mentions

Jamaica Jamaica: Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie has confirmed that the long-delayed Balaclava Fire Station project is poised to enter an active phase. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: McKenzie says $27m approved for Balaclava Fire Station | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Desmond McKenzie is the local government minister who should provide an update on the administration’s current thinking regarding solid waste management. 5

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

Jamaica Jamaica: Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie says nearly 90 per cent of the town of Black River in St Elizabeth has been cleaned up in the coordinated effort to restore the town to full vibrancy. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Black River clean-up now at 90%, says McKenzie | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Local Government Minister Desmond McKenzie has given a commitment to provide four containers for retrofitting to create an office for the St Elizabeth Municipal Corporation. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: McKenzie commits container offices for displaced StEMC | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Minister of Local Government Desmond McKenzie affirmed that the Government has been making steady progress in clearing debris left by Hurricane Melissa. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: NSWMA receives 10 new trucks valued $200m to boost National Hurricane Melissa Clean-Up Programme | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Minister of Local Government and Community Development Desmond McKenzie, who also addressed residents, dismissed rumours circulating on social media that Christmas parties had been banned. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Holness stresses Petersfield High must reopen January | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Minister of Local Government and Community Development Desmond McKenzie, who also addressed residents, dismissed rumours circulating on social media that Christmas parties had been banned. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Holness stresses Petersfeld High must reopen January | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Minister of Local Government and Community Development, Desmond McKenzie, also addressed the residents and directly refuted the rumours circulating online. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Gov’t endorses safe and regulated entertainment activities, no ban on festive celebrations - PM | News