Jamaica's drop in press freedom index a wake up call for gov't, says PAJ

Jamaica’s Decline in Global Press Freedom Index Triggers Concern and Calls for Reform

Jamaica’s standing in the global arena of press freedom has slipped, sparking alarm among media advocates and reigniting calls for legislative and institutional reform. According to the 2025 World Press Freedom Index published by Reporters Without Borders (RSF), the country has fallen two places—from 24th in 2024 to 26th this year. While Jamaica still holds the second-highest ranking in the Caribbean and remains among the world’s top countries f…

Jamaica's drop in press freedom index a wake up call for gov't, says PAJ

With a 16-place drop for Jamaica on the World Press Freedom Index since 2020, and a two-spot decline in the ranking since last year, the Press Association of Jamaica (PAJ) is urging the Government to take stock of its media policies and relations...