My thoughts on…Jamaica’s new Governor-General

February 16th 2006 -

Yesterday, at 5 p.m, Kenneth Hall was made Jamaica’s new Governor-General. Kenneth Hall, who was UWI’s former Pro-Vice Chancellor and Principal, became the country’s 5th Governor-General, replacing Sir Howard Cooke. The new Governor-General immediately declared his agenda, such as focusing on the youth and building social capital.

For those who don’t know, the Governor-General acts as the Queen’s representative, and is the highest position in the land. And even though colonialism is a thing of the past, it is still a great honour. I believe Mr. Hall will make an excellent Governor-General, and Sir Howard Cooke thinks so too, describing him as “an able an astute younger man.” 2006 seems to be the year of political change for Jamaica, because in addition to the new GG taking office, the successor to P.J Patterson will be announced in a few days.

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2 Responses on “My thoughts on…Jamaica’s new Governor-General”

Abeni Says:
February 16th, 2006 at 5:43 pm
I think those things too colonial.But for now like we stuck with them
Kaschief Says:
February 16th, 2006 at 10:49 pm
Is there still the essential requirement of having a GG for Jamaica? What purpose does he really serve, other than being the Queen’s tour guide when, and if, she ever revists Jamaica. Don’t mean to be un-patriotic, but does he serve a practical and expedient purpose? For all I care, the GG could sip some white wine on a beach in Negril and still have the same impact on the country, i.e., nothing. Just saying…