Shenseea: The New Face of Adidas Jamaica’s 2024 Copa America Away Kit

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 9, 2024

Dancehall artiste Shenseea has unveiled the new Jamaica 2024 away kit, which is expected to be worn by the Reggae Boyz during the Copa America this year. The jersey, designed by Adidas, incorporates the vibrant colours of the Jamaican flag—black, green, and gold—throughout its intricate design. Notable features include the national bird, the hummingbird, seamlessly…

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The United Nations has included Israel in its ‘blacklist’ of countries that kill children in conflict

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 8, 2024

In a significant move, the United Nations has officially added Israel to its blacklist of countries accused of killing children. The United Nations is adding Israel to its so-called “blacklist” of countries that have committed abuses against children in armed conflict, an Israeli diplomat has confirmed, as thousands of Palestinian children have been killed in…

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Vybz Kartel Faces Backlash on Social Media after evoking Maroon Strength Claim

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 7, 2024

It seems like Vybz Kartel has put himself in the line of fire once again. Social media users are not holding back, roasting the artiste for his latest comments about evoking Maroon strength. Critics are questioning the validity and relevance of his claims, suggesting how can he bleach his skin and being a Maroon. @bikerchic650…

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The United States pass Bill to sanction the International Criminal Court over Netanyahu arrest warrant

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 4, 2024

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed legislation on Tuesday that would sanction the International Criminal Court for requesting arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other Israeli officials. The 247-155 vote amounts to Congress’ first legislative rebuke of the war-crimes court since its stunning decision last month to seek arrest warrants for the…

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The Andrew Holness Government announced incentive for Heart/NSTA students

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 3, 2024

In a landmark move designed to substantially ease the financial strains of pursuing vocational education, the Government has declared a significant boost for all students enrolled at HEART/NSTA Trust institutions. A monthly transportation grant amounting to $15,000 is to be provided to each student, specifically intended to cover the travel expenses incurred on the journey…

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Dancehall Artiste Valiant involved in a car accident with Minister of Health, Dr. Christopher Tufton

By Jamaica Live Medias / June 2, 2024

In a surprising incident, dancehall musician, Valiant, found himself embroiled in a predicament on Charlemont Avenue this Sunday. It has come to our understanding that Minister of Health, Dr. Christopher Tufton, fell victim to an unexpected tumble. Valiant, at the time, was the driver of the automobile involved in the unfortunate event. The report indicates…

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The People’s National Party (PNP) seeks clarity after the killing of an alleged Don

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 30, 2024

According to Nationwide News, two members of the Opposition People’s National Party (PNP) are seeking clarification from the police following the fatal shooting of an individual in the Goldsmith Villa area of August Town in St. Andrew. The deceased, Marvin Markland, also known as Papa, was reportedly killed by law enforcement officers during a confrontation.…

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Cabinet Minister Matthew Samuda said he will renounce his British citizenship

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 30, 2024

Jamaica’s Minister without portfolio in the Ministry of Economic Growth and Job Creation, Matthew Samuda admits he is a British citizen and announced his intention to renounce his citizenship. Samuda, who acquired British citizenship at birth, clarified that he made this decision in light of recent public discourse on dual citizenship. Explaining his move, Samuda…

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Opposition PNP Abstains from Legislation Empowering Jamaican Parliament over British Monarch

By Jamaica Live Medias / May 30, 2024

A recent development in the legislation reform process saw the abstination of the opposition People’s National Party (PNP) on a momentous bill. This bill proposed that ensuing Jamaican laws be passed under the authority of the Parliament and the citizenry of Jamaica, replacing the traditional British Monarch’s endorsement. The Parliament and the citizenry of Jamaica…

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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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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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Isat Buchanan Under Fire Over ‘Chop Di Line’ Remarks Following Coopers Pen Demolition

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Aug 12, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Opposition Spokesperson on Youth and Human Rights and East Portland Member of Parliament Isat Buchanan is facing criticism over remarks circulating on social media in which he appears to encourage Jamaicans who were not affected by the demolition of homes in Coopers Pen, Trelawny,…
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MP Tova Hamilton and ODPEM Respond as Mayor Gager Clarifies Cooper’s Pen Evictions Followed Private Court Dispute

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Aug 12, 2026 TRELAWNY, Jamaica — Member of Parliament Tova Hamilton, in conjunction with the Office of Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management (ODPEM), moved on Wednesday to respond to the plight of residents of Cooper’s Pen, Trelawny, who were displaced after being evicted from property by a private developer following…
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Stop Rewriting Bob Marley and Marcus Garvey: Jamaica’s Pan-African Legacy Is Not Israel’s Story

OPINION | A recent claim by journalist and documentary filmmaker Simcha Jacobovici, who describes himself as a three-time Emmy Award winner, should be challenged and publicly admonished for attempting to recast Bob Marley as a Zionist while drawing Jamaica’s National Hero Marcus Garvey into the same narrative. Such claims distort the historical record and misrepresent…
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