19-year-old Koffee becomes the youngest solo act to win a Grammy

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 26, 2020

Koffee, born Mikayla Simpson, has won her very first Grammy for the Best Reggae Album Category for her Ep Rapture which was released early last year. Reggae Artist Koffee The former Ardenne High student broke unto the scene in the 2018 when she released her first single ‘Toast’ which was seen as an exceptional hit,…

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BREAKING NEWS: Kobe Bryant Dead at 41

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 26, 2020

As the world remains in mourning and shock at the tragic passing of NBA Legend, (from left) Kobe Bryant and daughter Gianna, we would like to acknowledge the others who died in the helicopter accident. John Altobelli, Wife Keri and Daughter Alyssa, Sarah Chester and Daughter Payton Chester and Christina Mauser. Condolences to the families…

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Fears of Deadly Chinese Wuhan Coronavirus Spreading Worldwide and in Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 24, 2020

UPDATE: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs have confirmed via a press release, that they are aware of eighteen (18) Jamaicans currently in Wuhan, China and that they have been in touch with them.They are all “generally in good spirits”. Wuhan, the epicenter of the Coronavirus Outbreak, currently restricts travel to or from the city. The Jamaican…

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Leaked Snippets of AG’s Report on Maritime Ruel Reid/Fritz Pinnock Scandal

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 20, 2020

Latest Report on Maritime Scandal As leaked snippets of the special Auditor General’s report have been making the rounds on Twitter, Jamaicans have been forced to come to grips with another one, the Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) Scandal Edition. However, how did we get here, who are the major players involved and what do we…

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Jamaicans Got Elevated with JMMB

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 19, 2020

Jamaica Money Market Brokers (JMMB) hosted the second staging of their financial empowerment event series Elevate 2.0 on Friday, January 17th and Saturday, January 18th, 2020.  According to Kerry-Ann Stimpson, chief marketing officer at JMMB Group, in an article, the purpose of the series was to empower persons to “take their goal planning and achievement to…

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Big Things Coming to St. Ann, Jamaica

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 8, 2020

Named the #1 resort Parish in the island recently, St. Ann has managed to keep crime stable, with last year being a record low of the Garden Parish. Mayor, Michael Belnavis recently discussed on the understanding that all stakeholders have. He stated they “have come together and taken the parish as one”. There is a…

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2019 Financial Highlights. Money De Ya!

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 5, 2020

2019 had its fair share of moments in the business world. Here are some significant periods throughout the year: >The Yo-Yo of the Dollar For Jamaicans who earn in the local currency and shop overseas there were periods that caused great distress due to the instability of the exchange rate. According to tradingeconomics.com, the Jamaican…

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Contracts Valued At $1.4 billion. Tufton Demands Value For Money.

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 5, 2020

Tufton Demands Value For Money Following the signing of three-years security contracts valued at $1.4 billion, Health Minister, Christopher Tufton implores contract awardees to ensure only the “cream of the crop” is dispatched at health facilities. Contracts were signed on Friday with five security companies and the Ministry of Health South East Region Health Authority (SERHA).Security measures…

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Jamaica Live Giveaways! This week’s amount is JMD$5,000!!!!!!!!

By Jamaica Live Medias / December 31, 2019

This week’s amount is JMD$5,000!!!!!!!! Jamaica Live Giveaway!! After all the spending that Christmas brings, we know January can feel like it has 90 days! But have no fear, Jamaica Live is here! As our holiday gift to you for supporting us throughout 2019- we welcome 2020 with a little help with the groceries. Every week…

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YOUR FIRST STEP TO FIRST ROCK: New Trader’s Guide to First Rock’s Upcoming IPO?

By Jamaica Live Medias / December 27, 2019

YOUR FIRST STEP TO FIRST ROCK:                                                                                                   …

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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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