Friends of Porus homecoming brings community together

KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Friends of Porus (FOP) has hailed its recently held homecoming as a major success after three days of activities brought residents, returning community members and supporters together in Porus, Manchester.

Held under the theme “Welcome Back – Homecoming 2026”, the event reflected FOP’s longstanding commitment to education, healthcare and community development. More than 200 students, parents, seniors and other residents benefited from the activities.

The Student Workshop and Mathematics Competition attracted over 120 students, with organisers reporting improved mathematics scores and increased participation from younger children. The top performers received laptops and engraved trophies, while every student received a backpack filled with school supplies.