Noted Jamaican broadcaster and media veteran Alma Mock-Yen has died at the age of 97, marking the end of a distinguished career that helped shape broadcast journalism in Jamaica .
Mock-Yen passed away on Wednesday at her home, according to reports. She was widely regarded as a trailblazer in the local media landscape, earning respect for both her on-air work and her role in training and mentoring generations of journalists .
Throughout her career, she was closely associated with broadcast media development and was known for her commitment to professionalism, clarity, and ethical reporting. Her influence extended beyond the microphone, as she played a key role in media education and capacity building in Jamaica.
Tributes have begun pouring in from media professionals and former colleagues, many describing Mock-Yen as a pioneering figure whose contribution to journalism will have a lasting impact on the industry.
Further details surrounding funeral arrangements have not yet been announced.
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