Usain Bolt tells Ad agencies to “talk to me in Jamaica”

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 30, 2020

Eight-time Olympic gold medalist and track and field legend Usain Bolt continues to attract major attention during his retirement from the track. Just last week, Bolt was featured in an advert for the Germany Insurance Agency, Allianz Direct, a short 40-second clip that was shot right here in Jamaica. The commercial was announced via a…

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Coronavirus False Alarm Forces Press Conference

By Jamaica Live Medias / January 28, 2020

Social media was sent into panic this morning caused by the news of a patient at the University of the West Indies hospital suspected to be infected with the coronavirus. The public was scared that the virus had reached our shores. Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr. Christopher Tufton took to social media to announce an emergency press conference that…

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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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Major Investment Coming to Inner-City Schools, Including State-of-the-Art Performing Arts School

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 20, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — The Jamaican Government has announced plans to establish two specialised performing arts schools over the next two years, with one of the institutions slated for West Kingston, as part of a wider push to expand educational opportunities beyond the traditional academic pathway. Minister of…
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Clock Ticking: September 30 Cut-Off Looms for Jamaica’s Next Voters’ List

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 19, 2026 ARE YOU ON THE VOTERS LIST? Check your status. Jamaicans who are eligible to vote but have not yet registered have until September 30, 2026, if they want to be considered for inclusion on the next voters’ list, which will be published on November 30. The Electoral…
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Major Housing Push: Onx Factory Coming to Jamaica With Capacity for Up to 10,000 Homes a Year

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 11, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has announced a potentially significant development for Jamaica’s housing sector, revealing that technology-driven homebuilder Onx Homes plans to establish a manufacturing operation in Jamaica capable of producing thousands of homes annually. Holness made the announcement after touring an Onx…
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Former PNP Senator Andre Haughton Reportedly Gave Character Reference for Chronic Law Amid U.S. Federal Gun Case

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 17, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica —A potentially significant development has emerged in the U.S. federal case involving Jamaican dancehall artiste Chronic Law, whose given name is Ackeme Jermane Campbell, with Nationwide News reporting that Professor Andre Haughton — a former Opposition Senator and prominent member of the People’s National Party…
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Is the United Kingdom Breaking Apart? Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland Leaders Unite in Referendum Push

Jamaica Live International News– | Sept 13, 2026 CARDIFF, Wales — The political future of the United Kingdom is facing renewed scrutiny as the leaders of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland prepare for an unprecedented meeting in Cardiff on Monday, September 14, where they are expected to sign a joint declaration asserting their nations’ right…
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Did CVM TV give Jamaicans the full picture on Holness’ classroom comments?

Jamaica Live News Desk– | Sept 11, 2026 KINGSTON, Jamaica — A social-media report by CVM TV highlighting public reaction to Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness’ controversial comments about children learning outdoors has raised a broader question about media responsibility: when public opinion is clearly divided, should a major news organisation present viewers with only…
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