Minister Grange Presents Tacky’s Revolt to Ghanaian Culture Ambassador

Kingston, Jamaica – In a symbolic recognition of shared African heritage, the Honourable Olivia “Babsy” Grange, Jamaica’s Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment, and Sport, presented King Nana Amin Obiri, the Culture Ambassador in the Office of the President of Ghana, with a copy of the book Tacky’s Revolt. The book, written by Harvard Professor Vincent Brown, explores the history of Chief Tacky, an enslaved African from Ghana who led a major revolution in Jamaica in 1760.

The presentation took place as part of ongoing efforts to deepen cultural and historical ties between Jamaica and Ghana. Chief Tacky’s revolt is a crucial moment in the history of enslaved Africans’ resistance to colonial rule, and the book offers a detailed account of the rebellion and its impact on Jamaica’s fight for freedom.

I presented the King with a copy of TACKY’S REVOLT, the book by Harvard Professor Vincent Brown that recounts the history of the major revolution of enslaved Africans led by Chief Tacky who had been brought from Ghana to Jamaica. pic.twitter.com/kvCFYOyI12

— Hon. Olivia “Babsy” Grange (@Babsy_grange) October 5, 2024

King Nana Amin Obiri, known for his role in fostering cultural unity between Africa and the Caribbean, accepted the book as a testament to the powerful connection between the two regions. The event is seen as a significant step in acknowledging the shared history and heritage between Jamaica and Ghana, particularly through the story of Chief Tacky, whose legacy continues to inspire both nations.

Grange’s tweet about the event, which read, “I presented the King with a copy of TACKY’S REVOLT, the book by Harvard Professor Vincent Brown that recounts the history of the major revolution of enslaved Africans led by Chief Tacky who had been brought from Ghana to Jamaica,” garnered attention with over 3,600 views.

The exchange highlights the importance of remembering and honoring historical figures like Chief Tacky, whose fight for freedom remains an integral part of Jamaica’s cultural identity.

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