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Jamaica’s 2025 general election didn’t just deliver a result—it delivered a moment. Prime Minister Andrew Holness has clinched a third consecutive term, a feat that cements his legacy and sends a clear message: the people still believe in his vision. The Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) secured 34 seats to the People’s National Party’s (PNP) 29, in what Holness himself called “a personal challenge” after a bruising campaign riddled with allegations and political mudslinging.
Standing before jubilant supporters at Belmont Road, Holness quoted Sizzla with fire in his voice: “No weapon formed against me shall prosper… they just can’t stop me now.”But he didn’t stop at defiance. He called for humility, promising to listen more deeply and deliver prosperity “to your driveway and your doorway”.
His words struck a chord with many Jamaicans who’ve seen real change—unemployment at record lows, no new taxes in eight years, and a 43% drop in murders this year alone. In St James, once plagued by violence, killings have dropped by a staggering 70%.
Still, the night wasn’t without surprises. In Portland Eastern, Ann-Marie Vaz—once hailed as a political trailblazer—was narrowly defeated by PNP newcomer Isat Buchanan.
Ann-Mare Vaz
The margin? Just 135 votes. Social media lit up with disbelief, some calling it “a political earthquake,” others praising Buchanan’s quiet but effective grassroots campaign. It’s a reminder that in Jamaican politics, no seat is ever truly safe.
Isat Buchanan
As Holness prepares to lead Jamaica into another chapter, the stakes are high. He’s pledged to double the minimum wage, expand infrastructure, and continue the fight against crime with smarter, community-driven policing. But he’s also facing calls for greater transparency and civil rights protections, especially around the use of states of emergency.
So here’s to Prime Minister Holness—may this term be one of unity, progress, and real impact. And to Jamaica: your voice was heard, your vote counted, and your future is being written, one bold decision at a time. “What does Holness’s third term mean for you? Drop your thoughts below—Jamaica’s future is a conversation we all belong to.”
