🔥 Trending Andrew Holness: Jamaica's Prime Minister

Andrew Michael Holness is a Jamaican politician who has served as the Prime Minister of Jamaica since March 3, 2016 ¹. He previously held the position from 2011 to 2012 ¹. Holness is also the leader of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) since 2011 ¹.

Key Facts About Andrew Holness

• Current Role: Prime Minister of Jamaica ¹.
• Political Party: Leader of the Jamaica Labour Party (JLP) ¹.
• Terms in Office:
• First term: 2011-2012 ¹.
• Second term: March 3, 2016 – present ¹. He was re-elected in 2025, securing a third consecutive term for the JLP ³⁶⁷.
• Age: Born on July 22, 1972 ¹. At 43, he was Jamaica's youngest Prime Minister to date and the first born after National Independence when he first took office ⁴.
• Family: He is married to the Most Honourable Juliet Holness, who serves as the Speaker of the House of Representatives and represents the constituency of East Rural St. Andrew ²⁴. They have two sons, Adam and Matthew ².
• Political Career Highlights:
• Served as a Member of Parliament for the Saint Andrew West Central constituency ⁸.
• Held the office of Minister of Education ⁸.
• Became the ninth Prime Minister of Jamaica ⁸.
• Impact: Holness has been a significant figure in Caribbean politics, influencing Jamaica's economic policies, infrastructure development, and international relations ⁵. His leadership led the JLP to victory in the 2025 general election, marking a rare third consecutive term in office ³⁶⁷.