Kenya Lifts Visa Requirement for most African Countries and the Caribbean — But Not Haiti

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 13, 2025

July 13, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk In a bold move toward Pan-African unity and inter-regional mobility, the Government of Kenya has officially scrapped visa requirements for almost all African countries and most Caribbean nations. Under this new policy, travelers from the approved regions will no longer need to apply for an Electronic Travel…

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Minister Daryl Vaz Slams Gleaner’s “Reckless and False” Report on School Bus Import Controversy

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 13, 2025

July 13, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Kingston, Jamaica — Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport, the Hon. Daryl Vaz, MP, has issued a firm rebuttal to a recent article published by the Jamaica Gleaner, which suggested that his Ministry permitted a breach of the government’s motor vehicle importation policy. The controversy centers…

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JUTC’s New Coach Buses: Revolutionizing Commuting in Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 13, 2025

July 13, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk The Andrew Holness-led government has officially launched a new fleet of customized JUTC COACH buses, marking a major leap forward in public transportation across the island. These new buses are designed to provide commuters with the comfort and convenience they deserve while traveling. With a range of…

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Mark Golding utter expletive after saying he never heard one word of “dirty bad words” on PNP platforms

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 13, 2025

It’s ironic, to say the least. Mark Golding, the President of the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP), who has consistently lectured the Jamaican political scene about decency and the use of language on public platforms, found himself caught in a moment of frustration on Friday. As he battled with a faulty microphone during a PNP…

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Jamaica Constabulary Community Outreach: Time We Acknowledge the Real Work They are Doing

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 12, 2025

The Jamaica Constabulary (JCF) community outreach programmes are nothing short of impressive, yet it feels like they are not getting the props they deserve. Time and time again, we see the JCF stepping up in the communities—whether it’s through events, youth initiatives, or other programs—actively working to shift the perception of the force. They are…

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New Hope for Jamaican Families as Hibiscus Housing Development Breaks Ground

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 11, 2025

The Andrew Holness administration has officially broken ground on a transformative housing development that promises to bring renewed hope to residents of a once-neglected tenement yard. This new initiative, dubbed Hibiscus, is set to become a modern, sustainable community that will provide much-needed housing for families who have long struggled with inadequate infrastructure. Prime Minister…

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“One Big Beautiful Bill” Will Strip Healthcare Access from Thousands of Jamaican Immigrants in the U.S.

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 10, 2025

Jamaica Live | Washington, D.C.Jamaica Live News Desk: July 10, 2025 The U.S. House of Representatives has passed the controversial“One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” a sweeping budget reconciliation measure will drastically reduce access to healthcare for millions of immigrants—including thousands of Jamaican Green Card holders. The bill proposes to delay or eliminate healthcare subsidies for…

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JCF Clarifies Dynamite Seizure in St. Thomas Amid Conflicting Reports

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 10, 2025

July 8, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Yallahs, St. Thomas – The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) has issued a correction following confusion surrounding the recent seizure of 510 sticks of dynamite in St. Thomas, revising earlier reports that indicated three men were arrested in connection with the explosives. In an updated statement posted to…

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510 Sticks of Dynamite Seized in St Thomas

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 9, 2025

July 8, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Yallahs, St Thomas – Police in the St Thomas Division have made a significant discovery after seizing 510 sticks of dynamite during a targeted operation in Yallahs on Monday, July 7. The explosives were found concealed in a bag at a premises searched by lawmen around 1:00…

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Loop News Bids the Caribbean a Grateful Goodbye After 11 Years

By Jamaica Live Medias / July 8, 2025

July 8, 2025 | Jamaica Live News Desk Loop News, a household name in Caribbean digital media, has officially announced the closure of its operations after 11 years of delivering news and features across the region. In a statement posted on its website, the company shared: “All good things must come to an end and…

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Too Close to Call: EOJ Urged to Caution Media After Mainstream Media Mislabels Central Kingston Result

The integrity of Jamaica’s election coverage has come under fire after mainstream media prematurely declared the Central Kingston seat for Steve McGregor of the People’s National Party (PNP). The newspaper, particularly, the Jamaica Gleaner, reported that the PNP had “flipped” the constituency — only for the final count to prove otherwise. When the ballots were…
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Despite Delays, Jamaica Praised for Election Reforms

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 5, 2025 Kingston, Jamaica – While some voters expressed frustration with long lines and delays at polling stations during Jamaica’s General Election, the overall process has earned high commendations from regional observers for its transparency, organisation, and pioneering reforms. Voter Experience: Long Waits and Closed Doors Reports from across…
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Republican Election Chairman Accused of Drugging Step-Granddaughters’ Dairy Queen Ice Cream

In a shocking case out of North Carolina, a Republican election official has been arrested after allegedly contaminating his step-granddaughters’ ice cream with illegal drugs. James Edwin Yokeley Jr., who until recently served as chairman of the Surry County Board of Elections, was taken into custody in August 27, 2025 after police say surveillance video…
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Queen Sheny Reigns Supreme

Jamaica Live Entertainment Report | Sept 1, 2025 Shenseea Snatches Dancehall Artiste of the Year – Female at 2025 Caribbean Music Awards! Shenseea has officially claimed her crown! The “ShenYeng Boss” walked away with the coveted Dancehall Artiste of the Year – Female award at the 2025 Caribbean Music Awards on Thursday night, August 28, and…
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Kenya Taps Trump Ally Carlos Trujillo in $175K-a-Month U.S. Lobbying Deal

Jamaica Live International News– | Sept 1, 2025 Kenya has entered into a high-profile lobbying agreement with U.S.-based firm Continental Strategy LLC, led by former Trump administration official Carlos Trujillo. Filed under the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) on August 8, 2025, the deal commits Nairobi to a $175,000 monthly retainer, excluding additional costs, to…
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Health Insurance Launched for Jamaica’s Entertainers and Creatives

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Aug 30, 2025 A historic milestone has been reached for Jamaica’s cultural sector, as entertainers and creatives are now officially covered under a government-backed health and life insurance plan. The Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, led by the Hon. Olivia “Babsy” Grange, has launched the Jamaica Entertainers and…
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