Ky-Mani Marley and Miss Kitty are set to receive honors at a ceremony in Florida

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 7, 2024

Reggae artiste Ky-Mani Marley and media personality Khadine “Miss Kitty” Hylton-Wilkinson are set to receive honors at a Key To The Region ceremony. The accolade aims to shine a spotlight on Jamaicans who have been exceptional ambassadors for their country, on an international level. The event will take place at the Marriott Fort Lauderdale North…

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Buju Banton Triumphs Despite Legal Troubles with new collabs and returning to the United States

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 6, 2024

Buju Banton, the reggae luminary, has managed to maintain a strong presence and captivate audiences worldwide despite facing legal issues over the years. His triumphant return to the United States after a 6-year banishment marks a significant moment in both his personal journey and the evolution of reggae music. Born Mark Myrie, Buju Banton began…

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Buju Banton back in the United States after being deported on drug charges

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 2, 2024

Reggae star Buju Banton, whose real name is Mark Anthony Myrie, are back in the United States after being deported back to Jamaica, on drug charges. The Grammy award-winning artist was released from U.S. federal prison in December 2018 after serving seven years of a ten-year sentence for illegal possession of a firearm and conspiracy…

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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex to visit Nigeria

By Jamaica Live Medias / April 28, 2024

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle will embark on a visit to Nigeria. According to the The Standard, Prince Harry will attend a ceremony marking the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games at London’s St Paul’s Cathedral on Wednesday May 8, though it is not known if Meghan will join him. The…

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Jamaica plans to become a republic and remove King Charles as head of state by 2025

By Jamaica Live Medias / April 26, 2024

Jamaica plans to become a republic by 2025, removing King Charles III as its head of state, according to Alando Terrelonge, a state minister. This move aims to liberate the nation from over 350 years of colonial rule and honor the memory of African ancestors who suffered under British colonization. Despite the British monarch being…

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The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Olivia Grange, come out in support of Diane Abbott amidst racist row

By Jamaica Live Medias / March 25, 2024

Kingston, 25 March 2024 – The Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, the Honourable Olivia Grange, issued a statement amidst of the racist row involving Member of Parliament Diane Abbott and UK Conservatives’ top donor Frank Hester . The statement was issued as follows: I met Diane Abbott many years ago during one of…

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Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales uncle exposed as a coke dealer and woman beater

By Jamaica Live Medias / March 24, 2024

As the Princes of Wales continues to battle cancer, her uncle continues to attack Meghan Markle. The “Celebrity Big Brother” alum slammed the Duchess of Sussex, whom he nicknamed “laughing girl,” and her marriage to Prince Harry in a new interview with the Times. “Let’s face it, Laughing Girl isn’t going to be around forever, is…

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Jamaica to amend Juror Act to align closely with that of the United Kingdom

By Jamaica Live Medias / March 19, 2024

In light of the case of Adidja Palmer, also known as Vybz Kartel and his co-accused being thrown out by the Privy Council in the UK, Justice minister, Delroy Chuck, says the government is moving expeditiously to craft new legislation to address the issue of jury misconduct. Speaking to Nationwide News, Justice minister, Delroy Chuck…

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DPP Paula Llewellyn to Pursue Retrial in Vybz Kartel Case

By Jamaica Live Medias / March 18, 2024

According to the The Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Paula Llewellyn, the public has to be aware the issue of retrial has nothing to do with who the accused is. She contends that prosecutors are obliged to proceed with a specific aspect, particularly considering the solid case presented by the prosecution. She argues that emotions…

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The UK Privy Council send Vybz Kartel back to Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / March 18, 2024

The UK-based Privy Council has decided to overturn the 2014 murder conviction of Vybz Kartel. The Law Lords have ordered Jamaica’s Court of Appeal to determine if the incarcerated dancehall star and his three co-convicts should be granted a retrial. The directions were issued on Thursday March 14, 2024 by the panel of five judges.…

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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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