The Equality for All Foundation urged Daryl Vaz to issue a public apology regarding comment about Chi Chi Man

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 27, 2025

The Equality for All Foundation (formerly J-FLAG) is calling on West Portland Member of Parliament Daryl Vaz to publicly apologize for encouraging the playing of a song widely known for promoting violence against LGBTQ+ individuals in Jamaica.  The Equality for All Foundation is actively advocating against the use of homophobic language and actions in Jamaican…

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She has no class! Opposition Leader Mark Golding to JLP Dr Michelle Charles

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 26, 2025

Imagine the asserting that a black woman has no class and resorting to phrases like “badly beaten.” This is especially in given the rampant violence and blatant disrespect aimed at black women in Jamaica. To witness such derogatory language from a political leader, particularly from a political leader seeking to lead the nation, such remarks…

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I Hate Rapist! Dancehall Artiste Popcaan lend his voice to the cause

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 25, 2025

In light of the recent reports of sexual assaults and murders targeting women and children in Jamaica, the dancehall artiste Andrae Hugh Sutherland, known professionally as Popcaan, has expressed his support for the cause through a powerful statement: “I Hate Rapists!” Kelsey Ferrigon was a student at St John’s Primary School and a grade-three student.…

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Usain Bolt has been appointed as Jamaica’s Global Tourism Ambassador

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 23, 2025

Jamaica’s esteemed sprint icon, Usain Bolt, has officially been appointed as Jamaica’s Global Tourism Ambassador. This distinguished role will enable the world’s fastest man to represent Jamaica’s culture and tourism on the international stage. In his capacity as Global Tourism Ambassador, Bolt will actively promote Jamaica’s tourism and highlight the nation’s rich cultural heritage to…

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Jamaicans actively advocating for the reopening of the highly sought-after Chinese Mechanic

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 23, 2025

Jamaicans are actively advocating for the reopening of the highly sought-after Chinese Mechanic, as the auto repair business has become a community staple for many motorists. The facility, conveniently located at Ferry, off Mandela Highway in St. Andrew, was shuttered last month after it emerged that the foreign workers were operating without the necessary permits.…

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Government’s New Mission is to End Absolute Poverty In Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 22, 2025

Prime Minister Andrew Holness touting his accomplishments stating poverty in Jamaica has been reduced by fifty percent. The proportion of individuals residing below the poverty line has declined from 16 percent to 8 percent, he said. This development signifies that fewer Jamaicans are experiencing hardships, while an increased number are earning adequate income to live…

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Alleged gang leader Romaine ‘Forty Ball’ Murray taken out by police

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 22, 2025

According to the Jamaica Observer, an alleged high-ranking member of the Kings Valley gang was fatally shot during a police operation in Westmoreland. A man, identified as 28-year-old Romaine Murray, otherwise called Bartez or Forty Ball was killed by security forces during an early morning operation in Westmoreland on Wednesday. A senior member of police…

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Denzel Washington passing the torch to A$AP Rocky

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 20, 2025

Denzel Washington passing the torch to one of the most handsomest man in the world-A$AP Rocky France: The cast and crew of Spike Lee’s new film, Highest 2 Lowest, attended their photo call ahead of the movie’s grand premiere—including lead stars A$AP Rocky and Denzel Washington, who have been generating buzz with their powerful performances.…

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The U.S. is advancing its drone base plans in Côte d’Ivoire in response to changing geopolitical situations in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 19, 2025

According to Business Insider Africa, discussions between the United States and Côte d’Ivoire have commenced regarding the prospective establishment of a drone base in the West African country. It is intended to solidify military ties with the United States and progressed towards formalizing its relations with Côte d’Ivoire. This development entails an enhancement of military…

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A bomb exploded Saturday outside a fertility clinic in Palm Springs, California

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 18, 2025

According report from Channel News 3, the FBI is “fairly confident” in their belief that the individual responsible for the bombing on Saturday was 25-year-old Guy Edward Bartkus of Twentynine Palms. Tragically, Bartkus lost his life in the explosion, which occurred shortly before 11 a.m. in the vicinity of American Reproductive Centers, located on the…

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Jamaica Receives ‘Good’ Credit Rating with Stable Outlook from Regional Rating Agency CariCRIS

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Oct 30, 2026 The Government of Jamaica has received a favourable credit assessment from Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS), with the regional credit rating agency assigning the country initial sovereign credit ratings described as “good”, accompanied by a stable outlook. The assessment reflects Jamaica’s fiscal management, progress…
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Jamaica Moves to Increase Minimum Gun Sentence to 20 Years as National Security Council Announces Sweeping Reforms

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Oct 25, 2026 Jamaica’s National Security Council (NSC), chaired by Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness, has recommended increasing the mandatory minimum prison sentence for illegal firearm possession from 15 to 20 years, as the Government moves to strengthen its response to gun violence, organised crime and the recruitment of children…
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Meghan Markle Breaks Silence on Disturbing Allegations Against Her Father, Reveals She Was Warned in 2018

Breaking News | Jamaica Live– | Oct 23, 2026 The Duchess of Sussex, Meghan Markle, has issued a deeply personal statement following serious allegations against her estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr., revealing that she was informed of troubling accusations against him as far back as 2018. The statement comes amid reports that her father, 82,…
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NWC Seeks 51% Water Rate Increase Amid Mounting Debt and Infrastructure Investment Needs

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Oct 20, 2026 KINGSTON, JAMAICA — Approximately 500,000 customers of Jamaica’s National Water Commission (NWC) could face significantly higher water bills after the government-owned utility submitted an application seeking a 51 per cent increase in its rates. The proposal, disclosed during Tuesday’s sitting of Parliament’s Public Accounts Committee (PAC), raises…
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Happy National Heroes Day, Jamaica! 🇯🇲Jamaica Live — Honouring Our National Heroes.

🇯🇲 “Resilient People with a Proud Heritage” — As Jamaica celebrates National Heroes Day!Mon-Oct 19, 2026. We proudly honour our seven National Heroes: the Right Excellent Marcus Mosiah Garvey, Paul Bogle, George William Gordon, Sir Alexander Bustamante, Norman Washington Manley, Samuel Sharpe, and Queen Nanny of the Maroons. (The Right Excellent Marcus Mosiah Garvey)-(1887 –…
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Police Constable Devoney Rose Dies Following Deadly Sligoville Shootout

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Oct 17, 2026 The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has confirmed another tragic development following Friday’s deadly shooting incident in Sligoville, St Catherine. According to an update published by the Jamaica Observer, Police Constable Devoney Rose, who was shot and injured during the confrontation, has died. The announcement follows the death…
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