Month: July 2024

Honouring Dedication in Education Kingston, Jamaica – In a heartfelt ceremony at The Jamaica Pegasus hotel in New Kingston on July 12, the Jamaica Teachers’ Association (JTA) celebrated the extraordinary commitment of over 180 teachers with the prestigious Golden Torch Award. These educators have each devoted a minimum of 35 years to shaping the minds […]

Negril, Jamaica – Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has announced the need for Negril to establish its own local authority to better manage its growing affairs. Addressing members of the Negril business community and other stakeholders on July 12, Mr. Holness highlighted that the resort town has outpaced its current governance structure, leading […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Jamaican reggae artist, Anthony Grant, has made huge strides in his budding career as he tops the US Afrobeats Chart with his latest single called “Crème De La Crème”. It is a feat very few have achieved, so for a newcomer, it is definitely a great accomplishment to be proud of. Grant, […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Fast-rising recording artiste Villoh significantly impacts the music scene by releasing his latest single, “SET GOOD,” produced by international producer Troyton Music. Released on June 11, 2024, the single is now available on all major digital platforms, including iTunes. Distributed by Zojak, “SET GOOD” is quickly becoming a favorite among music lovers […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Dancehall stalwart Chico took a hiatus from the dancehall scene after being in the forefront in the late 1990s to early 2000s, making remarkable strides at the time. Though he took a sabbatical for personal reasons, Chico still managed to get some songs done throughout the years. However, it is “Every Man” that is going […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Black-er, remembered for the hit song, “Bun Him” – a collaboration with Macka Diamond, is warning Jamaicans to repent. This comes on the heels of hurricane Beryl, the earliest category 5 Atlantic hurricane. Beryl passed south of Jamaica last Wednesday, July 3, 2024, creating havoc in the housing, roads and agricultural sector. […]

Kingston, Jamaica – The internationally acclaimed reggae band, The Lambsbread, has struck a powerful chord with their latest single, “Warmonger.” Released to rave reviews and impressive streaming numbers, this impactful song addresses the critical state of humanity, offering a voice for the voiceless and inspiration for those fighting for their rights worldwide. “Warmonger” is a […]

Kingston, Jamaica – Record producer Heather Virgo is mourning the loss of Silkkey D who became a recent addition to her Ionie 14- track reggae project. Silkkey D, so called because of his silky smooth voice, was reportedly found unresponsive at his home in Linstead. St. Catherine, Jamaica, May 16, 2024. Since then, his passing […]

Toronto, ON – The Little Jamaica Festival lit up Toronto’s York-Eglinton neighborhood this past weekend, July 13th-14th, with a vibrant celebration of Jamaican and Caribbean culture. The festival, which played a crucial role in supporting local businesses impacted by prolonged LRT construction and gentrification, saw an incredible turnout, culminating in a spectacular performance by reggae […]

Toronto, Canada – As anticipation builds for the upcoming National Black Health Town Hall, hosted by the Black Opportunity Fund (BOF) on July 18, 2024, stakeholders are gearing up for a transformative discussion on harnessing community strengths for enhanced health outcomes. Scheduled to be held virtually from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm EST, the third […]