NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted After Federal Probe

By Jamaica Live Medias / September 25, 2024

Eric Adams has become the first serving New York City mayor to be indicted by a grand jury in a historic federal investigation. According to the New York Post, sources close to Adams said he had not been told about the indictment. After the news, cops set up barriers outside Gracie Mansion, his home, and…

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The Government of Trinidad and Tobago formalised ties with Palestine as Israeli settlers prepare to move into Gaza

By Jamaica Live Medias / September 23, 2024

Trinidad and Tobago has formally established diplomatic relations with the State of Palestine. A release posted on the website of the Ministry of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs announced that the Joint Communiqué establishing diplomatic relations was signed by Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs Dr. Amery Browne and Prime Minister of the State of Palestine…

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Israeli military recruits African Asylum-Seekers for War in Gaza in exchange for residency but fail to deliver

By Jamaica Live Medias / September 17, 2024

In a controversial move, the Israeli military has reportedly recruited African asylum-seekers to participate Its war on Gaza. According to the report, the Israeli military has reportedly been recruiting African asylum-seekers to support its war efforts in Gaza, offering promises of permanent residency in return. But refugee advocacy groups say they have reason to doubt…

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Jamaica Consulate NYC: Unprofessional and hostile customer Service 

By Jamaica Live Medias / September 16, 2024

In April of 2024 I decided to renew my Jamaican passport. I went to the website of the Jamaica Consulate to seek information on what was needed to renew my Jamaican passport. Here are the details on the website: Renewing Adult Passport You are required to obtain and complete an application form. Along with your…

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Reggae Boyz Triumph Over Honduras with a 2-1 Victory

By Jamaica Live Medias / September 11, 2024

In a thrilling match, the Reggae Boyz secured a 2-1 victory against Honduras. In a thrilling Concacaf Nations League match, the Jamaica men’s senior national team faced off against Central American opponent Honduras on Tuesday, September 10. The intense showdown took place at the Nacional Chelato Uclés stadium in Tegucigalpa, Honduras, and ended with a…

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Viral Olympian Raygun Ranked No. 1 Breakdancer in the World

By Jamaica Live Medias / September 10, 2024

Team Australia’s Rachael *Raygun* Gunn competes during the B-Girls Round Robin – Group B on day fourteen of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at Place de la Concorde on August 09, 2024, in Paris, France. Photo by Elsa /Getty Images You wouldn’t be wrong to think that something is broken with the world rankings for…

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The Jamaican Government to Deploy Security Personnel to Assist in Haiti

By Jamaica Live Medias / September 10, 2024

The Jamaican Government is expected to announce today the deployment of a team of police and soldiers to Haiti this week. The team is to assist with planning and coordination for a larger contingent. Jamaica is supporting a multinational force to help restore law and order in Haiti. This decision comes in the wake of…

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Steve McClaren Appointed As New Jamaica Head Coach

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 15, 2024

Steve McClaren has been appointed the new head coach of Jamaica. McClaren rejoined Manchester United in summer 2022 to serve as assistant to Erik ten Hag. But the ex-England manager is now set to take the reins with the Reggae Boyz on a two-year contract. “We are truly elated to announce the appointment of Mr.…

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Buju Banton criticises Afrobeat’s and Reggaeton

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 10, 2024

Dancehall and Reggae Legend Buju Banton criticises Afrobeat’s and Reggaeton, highlighting the lack of acknowledgement traditional reggae music. He delves into how the commercial appeal of Afrobeat and Reggaeton has overshadowed the deep, cultural roots of reggae, often leading to misconceptions about its origins and intentions. Banton, who recently appeared on the popular Podcast Drink…

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Three Jamaicans Have Been Awarded Medals During the Reallocation Ceremony in Paris

By Jamaica Live Medias / August 9, 2024

Three Jamaican are among athletes who previously competed at the Olympic Games were honored with medals during a special reallocation ceremony in Paris on Friday. 🥉 – Keliese Spencer (400mH, London 2012)🥉 – Chelsea Hammond-Ross (long jump, Beijing 2008)🥉 – Beverly McDonald (200m, Sydney 2000) According to the International Olympic Committee, “These athletes competed fairly…

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$58M Upgrade Transforms Torrington Park Housing After Decades of Neglect

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Dec 9, 2025 In a significant step toward improving housing safety and community infrastructure, Minister without Portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Infrastructure Development, Robert Montague, earlier today led the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the $58 million Torrington Park Rehabilitation Project. The long-awaited project—completed on November 21, 2025—marks…
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One Jamaica, Not Two: Why the New Republic Must End the Myth of Maroon Sovereignty

As Jamaica prepares to embark on one of the most significant constitutional transformations in its history—the creation of a Jamaican Republic—a long-standing question has resurfaced with new urgency: Should the Maroons retain any claim to “sovereignty” within the borders of an independent Jamaica? Jamaica Live says no.And we are leading the charge in calling for…
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Plot Twist in Accompong: Government Drops Receipts — Is Chief Currie Misleading the Public?

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Dec 7, 2025 The controversy surrounding disaster relief in Accompong has taken a dramatic turn after Government Minister Daryl Vaz, MP, published evidence on his social media pages directly contradicting claims made by Maroon Chief Richard Currie. According to Vaz, Accompong was among the first communities visited by government officials…
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Tension in Accompong: Residents Demand JDF Assistance as Chief Currie Rejects Government-Led Support

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Dec 7, 2025 A growing wave of frustration is sweeping through Accompong Town as several Maroons have taken to the streets demanding that Prime Minister Andrew Holness deploy the Jamaica Defence Force (JDF) to assist with post-hurricane recovery—despite the public position taken by their leader, Chief Richard Currie. The community,…
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The Maroon Question: Traitors Then, Troublemakers Now?

Jamaica Cannot Afford a Divided Island For generations, Jamaica has danced around a painful truth: the Maroon leadership—then and now—has repeatedly positioned itself in conflict with the wider interests of the Jamaican nation.And today, as the country fights to rebuild after Hurricane Melissa, the old fractures are once again ripping open. The Maroons were hailed…
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Clinton’s Visit Sparks Skepticism as Jamaican Government Explores Partnership With Clinton Foundation

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Dec 5, 2025 Former U.S. President Bill Clinton’s arrival in Jamaica has triggered a wave of public debate, caution, and criticism as senior members of the Jamaican Government signal an interest in forming a partnership with the Clinton Foundation. The visit—highlighted on social media by Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment…
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