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
31 wks
Reach
547,930
Power
3,304$
Sentiment
5.05
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Jamaica 42 6.55 3.40% +310% 2,961,167 412,551 $15,000 2,090$
Guyana 3 6.33 0.27% +10% 786,552 2,368 $6,000 18$
United Kingdom 1 5.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 28,826 $2,700,000 1,146$
Mozambique 1 5.00 0.33% +0% 31,255,435 104,185 $15,000 50$
Totals 47 102,889,165 547,930 $2,736,000 3,304$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Jamaica Jamaica: Mark Golding, the PNP President, remarked on Forrester's passing as a terrible blow to the party and the people of Petersfield. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: PNP deeply saddened by death of Petersfield Division councillor Patrick Forrester | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Opposition Leader-designate Mark Golding insisted they were not boycotting but seeking answers regarding the constitutional reform process. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: Seaga backs Holness’ call for unity to move country forward | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: PNP President Mark Golding told journalists that the party has received reports of 'widespread suppression' of PNP votes. 6

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: JLP dismisses PNP’s call for electoral review as baseless | Lead Stories

Jamaica Jamaica: PNP President Mark Golding told journalists on Thursday that the 'nature of the irregularities which took place' in St Andrew West Central is being carefully scrutinised. 5

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: JLP accuses PNP of 'political mischief-making' for questioning election results in St Andrew West Central | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Mark Golding has stated that the party does not intend to seek a magisterial recount in any constituency following last week’s general election. 5

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: PNP rules out magisterial recounts, but may go to Election Court for St Andrew West Central seat | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Mark Golding, president of the People’s National Party, says he will continue to lead as long as the party maintains confidence in him. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: 'I will be here', says Golding on being PNP president | News

Jamaica Jamaica: Mark Golding is the President of the People’s National Party (PNP) and is supported by the PNP Patriots following the recent election. 8

The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834: PNP Patriots reaffirm support for PNP leadership following election | News