International Footballer Raheem Sterling: Turning Dreams into Reality with a Generous College Fund

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 29, 2024

Jamaican born Football star Raheem Sterling, who is playing for the national team of England and Chelsea football club in the English Premier League, is bringing hopes alive and making dreams come true through a generous college fund initiative. Sterling’s fund offers support to disadvantaged youngsters who wish to further their education. Dedicating a massive…

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The first ever Artisan Village in Jamaica and the Caribbean opens in Falmouth

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 28, 2024

Prime Minister Andrew Holness unveils a striking innovation in the heart of Jamaica and the Caribbean – the first ever artisan village located in Falmouth. This groundbreaking initiative aims to bring forth a space for local artisans to showcase their unparalleled talents, providing visitors a memorable experience steeped in history and culture. The vibrant artisan…

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International footballer Leon Bailey give back to Jamaica and donates to Bellevue Hospital

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 27, 2024

May 27, 2024 – Time 09:00 AM ET: The International football sensation, and a proud son of Jamaica, Leon Bailey proves his love and commitment to his birthplace yet again. He was part of a group of Jamaicans who participated in the May 23 Labour Day cleanup and beautification of Bellevue Hospital, Kingston. He became…

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Gramps Morgan Coming Home To Brooklyn With First Solo Performance

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 26, 2024

Roy “Gramps” Morgan from the Grammy Award-winning reggae band Morgan Heritage is going back home to Brooklyn for his first solo performance. The Jamaican-American singer-songwriter, instrumentalist, producer, record executive, is the son of the late, legendary reggae artiste Denroy Morgan, the founder of the band Morgan Heritage. Gramps Morgan is set to headline in Tortola…

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Nicki Minaj fans in Manchester left disappointed after her arrest in Amsterdam

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 25, 2024

Thousands of Nicki Minaj fans gathered at Co-op Live, Manchester for a live performance, were severely disappointed as the gig was called off. The singer was arrested in Amsterdam on preceding Saturday afternoon on charges of alleged possession of ‘soft drugs,’ after a search operation conducted on her luggage prior to her flight departure to…

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DJ and music producer Diplo draws criticism over his property in Portland Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 25, 2024

Diplo, a popular DJ and music producer, is currently facing criticism over his recent acquisition of an estate in Portland, Jamaica. The backlash stems from concerns regarding the impact of foreign ownership on local communities and local residents and activists argue that such purchases can lead to gentrification and displacement of locals. Diplo was born…

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Sprint Legend Usain Bolt Given Proclamation to the City of Lauderhill

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 21, 2024

The city council of Lauderhill has chosen to honor Jamaican sprinter and world record holder, Usain Bolt, by dedicating a formal proclamation in his honor. This honor serves to recognize the extraordinary accomplishments and influence of Bolt, whose performances in the 100 and 200 meters are remembered by athletics enthusiasts worldwide. Usain Bolt, arguably the…

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Ziggy Marley set the record straight saying he never raised funds for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) or any military globally

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 17, 2024

Ziggy Marley passionately addressed swirling rumors about his involvement in fundraising for the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF). The world-renowned son of legendary Reggae legend, Bob Marley, took to social media to fervently clear the air and set the record straight amidst the controversy. Marley publicly stated: “dont really like commenting on sh*t like this but…

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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Archewell Foundation remain compliant

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 14, 2024

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s Archewell Foundation was previously declared delinquent by the California Registry of Charities and Fundraisers. However, it is now reported that the foundation remains in good standing after an investigation. Earlier this month, the Attorney General, Rob Bonta, issued a delinquency notice to the foundation on behalf of the Registry of…

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Vybz Kartel suggested the government had burnt down the office building in Kingston

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 14, 2024

Vybz Kartel, whose original name is Adidja Palmer suggested the government had burnt down an office building in Kingston. The office building located on Duke Street in downtown Kingston, which was utilized by at least seven attorneys, was completely destroyed by a fire last Thursday. The building contained vital documents for several legal cases, including…

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Oxtail vs Kangaroo Tail: What’s the Difference and Can You Tell Them Apart?

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 4, 2026 Jamaica Live News — Food & Culture Oxtail is one of Jamaica’s most celebrated dishes, but a viral comparison between oxtail and kangaroo tail has sparked an unusual conversation online, with people examining the similarities between the two cuts of meat and asking: Could you tell the…
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PNP blames Government for sky-high airfares — but Jamaica doesn’t set ticket prices

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 2, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — A political row has erupted over the rising cost of travelling to Jamaica, after Opposition Spokesperson on Tourism and Linkages Andrea Purkiss, MP, criticised the Government amid complaints of extraordinarily high airline ticket prices. Purkiss argued that Jamaicans overseas are increasingly being priced out…
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Did Democratic Socialism Fail Jamaica? Or Did the Cold War Change Jamaica Forever?

JAMAICA LIVE | SPECIAL ANALYSIS Opposition Leader Mark Golding has reopened one of the most consequential and painful debates in Jamaica’s modern political history by embracing democratic socialism and invoking the legacy of former Prime Minister Michael Manley. Golding argues that changing economic conditions have renewed the relevance of the philosophy and that government should…
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Was Dr. Jason Arday Hounded to Death? Questions Over Racism, Right-Wing Attacks and a Relentless Media Campaign

JAMAICA LIVE – SPECIAL REPORT The sudden death of Professor Jason Arday, Cambridge University’s youngest-ever Black professor, has left Britain confronting an uncomfortable and deeply troubling question: did legitimate scrutiny of an academic accused of wrongdoing develop into a racially charged, right-wing media campaign that placed unbearable pressure on one of Britain’s most prominent Black…
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OP-ED | Jamaica Is at a Crossroads of Neocolonialism and Becoming a Developed Nation

Since Jamaica gained independence from Britain in 1962, the country has struggled with economic and structural disadvantages inherited from colonialism.  Jamaica entered independence as what was then widely described as a “Third World” nation, while Western powers, including the United States and former European colonial states, continued to enjoy far greater levels of wealth, industrialisation,…
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Vaz Turns the Clock Back on Golding: 2000 Squatter Dispute Resurfaces Amid Cooper’s Pen Controversy

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Aug 13, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Minister of Science, Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Daryl Vaz has turned to the newspaper archives in an attempt to challenge Opposition Leader Mark Golding’s position on the demolition controversy in Cooper’s Pen, Trelawny, accusing the People’s National Party (PNP) president of politicising the plight…
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