Mark Golding

Mark Golding

politician Jamaica

Mark Golding is a prominent Jamaican politician and the current Leader of the Opposition in Jamaica. He has been a Member of Parliament since 2012 and is a member of the People's National Party (PNP). Golding has a background in law and finance, having worked as a lawyer and investment banker before entering politics. He has been vocal on various issues, including economic management, social justice, and public welfare. Recently, he criticized the Jamaican government's 2025 Throne Speech, describing it as 'low-keyed and disappointing' and expressing concerns about its lack of substantive plans to address economic challenges and food insecurity in the country.

Born on Dec 07, 1967 (57 years old)

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
16 wks
Reach
104,135
Power
528$
Sentiment
5.53
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 15 5.53 1.35% +160% 2,961,167 104,135 $15,000 528$
Totals 15 2,961,167 104,135 $15,000 528$
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Recent Mentions

Jamaica Jamaica: Opposition Leader Mark Golding has criticised sections of the private sector for supporting the appointment of Dennis Chung as head of the Financial Investigations Division. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Golding questions private sector stance amid FID controversy | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Opposition Leader Mark Golding has strongly criticised sections of the private sector for supporting the appointment of Dennis Chung as head of the Financial Investigations Division. 7

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Golding slams private sector for ‘blind loyalty’ amid FID controversy | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: Opposition Leader Mark Golding says he does not believe that members of the Public Service Commission sufficiently informed themselves before recommending Dennis Chung. 4

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Gov’t defends FID appointment process amid Opposition uproar | Lead Stories