
Nekeisha Burchell
Nekeisha Burchell is a candidate representing the People’s National Party (PNP) in the upcoming Jamaican general elections, vying to unseat incumbent MP Homer Davis in St James Southern. She identifies strongly with her community, describing herself as 'a daughter of the soil' and has emphasized the need for change following years of what she terms political neglect.
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Nekeisha Burchell opened her intervention in Parliament’s Sectoral Debate in Jamaican Patois.
Editorial | New front in Patois debate | CommentaryOpposition committee member Nekeisha Burchell accused Clarke of narrowly restraining the focus of the committee with his 'intemperate interjections'.
Opposition members chastise Clarke cover ‘intemperate’ outburst at PAAC | NewsNekeisha Burchell described Dunbar as a world-class musician and a creative force in the exportation of Jamaica’s culture worldwide.
Jamaica has lost a musical titan, Gov’t and Opposition remember Sly Dunbar | NewsNekeisha Burchell described the fiery energy that characterised the early days after being elected.
Baptism by fire | Lead StoriesSpokesperson on Culture Nekeisha Burchell called Coore a cultural trailblazer whose work helped define Jamaica’s global musical identity.
Gov’t and Opposition hail ‘Cat’ Coore as cultural ambassador and reggae pioneer | NewsOpposition Spokesperson on Information Nekeisha Burchell described Smith as 'a steady and thoughtful leader who brought clarity, professionalism, and a strong sense of purpose to Jamaica’s media landscape'.
Smith lauded for integrity, innovation, and staff-centred leadership | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell, Member of Parliament for St James Southern, updated constituents via Facebook about the progress on the road repairs.
JSIF says Montpelier Road repairs will begin in November | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell, who has been asked to shadow the creative industries, culture and information, said while she did not anticipate this assignment, she is delighted to speak on one of Jamaica’s most powerful sectors.
New shadow spokespersons ready for their assignments | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell will represent St James Southern.
New MPs and senators to be sworn in Thursday | NewsNekeisha Burchell unseated Homer Davis in the recent general election.
Homer Davis sticking with St James Southern | Lead StoriesBurchell’s victory at the polls has made her the first woman Member of Parliament to represent St James Southern.
PNP’s Nekeisha Burchell still winner of St James Southern | NewsNekeisha Burchell has been elected the first female member of parliament for St James Southern and aims to be a role model for women and girls across Jamaica.
‘Queen of the South’ plans to be a model politician | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell, the member of parliament (MP)-designate for St James Southern, plans to hit the ground running once she is officially sworn in.
Burchell ready to take development to Garlands, eyes agro-processing | Lead Stories
Nekeisha Burchell unseated the JLP’s Homer Davis by a margin of 207 votes.
JLP to closely monitor official count following shock losses | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell defeated the JLP’s Homer Davis, becoming the first woman to win the seat.
‘Queen of the South’ rises as PNP flips western seats in 6-6 comeback | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell, who won the St James Southern seat, becoming the first woman to do so, said that, although she had intended to conduct a thank-you tour in her constituency, the rainy weather conditions made it necessary to reschedule.
Rain affects election victory parades in western Jamaica | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell unseated Homer Davis by 207 votes.
JLP closely monitoring official count of votes in close seats | NewsNekeisha Burchell is one of the female MPs for the People’s National Party (PNP).
Record 19 women for House | Lead StoriesThe PNP’s spokesperson on information is among the big winners after she wrested the St James Southern seat from former MP Homer Davis.
Political big winners and losers | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell is contesting the St James Southern constituency for the People’s National Party.
#JaVotes2025 | First-time young voter in St James Southern encourages others to cast their ballots | NewsNekeisha Burchell, Davis' challenger from the People's National Party, reported deliberate voter frustration tactics.
Calls for fixes after voter delays in St James Southern | NewsNekeisha Burchell is the People's National Party's candidate for St James Southern, aiming to be the constituency's first female member of parliament.
#JaVotes2025 | Burchell aiming to be St James Southern's first female MP | NewsNekeisha Burchell is a dynamic PNP newcomer expected to offer strong resistance in the elections.
JLP’s western dominance faces stern test today | Lead StoriesBurchell is seeking to dethrone Davis and reclaim St James Southern, which was a PNP stronghold for 31 years.
JPP’s Cunningham quietly confident he can win in St James Southern | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell is one of the six newcomers nominated by the PNP.
Where the west goes ... | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell is a first-time candidate for the People’s National Party, driven by community demand to enter politics.
Davis seeks to cement gains as Burchell rallies PNP comeback | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell of the People’s National Party is expected to challenge Homer Davis for the seat.
Jamaica general election will be held no later than September, says JLP general secretaryNekeisha Burchell of the People's National Party is expected to challenge Homer Davis for the seat.
General election will be held no later than September, says JLP general secretary | NewsNekeisha Burchell argued that the Holness-led administration is misusing public funds for political advertisements.
Remember Holness’ ‘goodness’ | Lead StoriesNekeisha Burchell is one of the female candidates presented by the PNP.
PNP’s ‘all-island tour’ gets enthusiastic reception in MoBay | News
































































































