Tag: Jamaica News

Three Deaths, Three Funerals: KipRich Calls 2026 “One of the Roughest Years” After Losing Newborn, Father and now Grandmother

Dancehall artiste KipRich is facing an extraordinary period of grief after losing…

Shadow Shadow September 30, 2026

Chronic Law’s Trial Faces Delay as Attorney Seeks December or January Date, Citing Need for More Time to Review Evidence

Chronic Law’s federal firearms trial is facing a possible postponement until December…

Shadow Shadow September 25, 2026

Chronic Law’s Attorney Makes Another Bid For Bail Amid Visa Revocation and Alleged Gang Feud Revelations

Chronic Law is making a fresh bid for bail as newly released…

Shadow Shadow September 17, 2026

‘Nothing Is Being Hidden’: Government Finalises TCN Deal With US — But Public Still Can’t See Agreement

Jamaica has moved closer to implementing its third-country nationals (TCN) arrangement with…

Shadow Shadow September 16, 2026

Usain Bolt To The Rescue! Sprint Legend’s Foundation Gives J$9.7 Million To Help Over 100 Hurricane-Affected Students

More than 100 students affected by Hurricane Melissa are receiving nearly J$10…

Shadow Shadow September 9, 2026

‘We Will Not Pay’: UK Rejects Jamaica’s Reparations Push, Minister Olivia Grange Sets The Record Straight

Britain has bluntly declared that it “does not and will not make…

Shadow Shadow September 8, 2026

Chronic Law Pleads Not Guilty but Remains Behind Bars After Bail Denied Over Flight Risk Concerns in Federal Gun Case

Chronic Law has pleaded not guilty to a federal gun possession charge,…

Shadow Shadow September 3, 2026

Jamaica Loses a Broadcasting Giant: Dervan Malcolm, the Voice of Radio for 31 Years, Dies

Respected Jamaican broadcaster Dervan Malcolm, whose voice informed, educated and connected generations…

Shadow Shadow August 28, 2026

History Made! Celene Hall Becomes First Woman from Portland to Win Miss Universe Jamaica

History was made in the early hours of Monday morning when 25-year-old…

Shadow Shadow August 24, 2026

First Public Appearance Since Miss Universe 2025: Jamaica’s Dr. Gabrielle Henry Returns to Crown Her Successor

After months away from the public spotlight following her frightening fall and…

Shadow Shadow August 23, 2026

Stephen Francis’ Legacy Lives On: Government Announces UTech Scholarship in Honour of Legendary Jamaican Coach

Stephen Francis’ legacy will extend beyond the track and into the classroom,…

Shadow Shadow August 16, 2026

“One of the Roughest Years”: Kiprich Mourns Father Death Months After Losing Newborn Baby

Dancehall artiste Kiprich, real name Marlon Plunkett, is facing another devastating loss…

Shadow Shadow August 16, 2026

Keznamdi’s Grammy-Winning Album and 2017 EP Jump 91 Spots on U.S. iTunes Reggae Chart Following ‘Beach Inna Bondage’ Documentary Nomination

Keznamdi’s campaign to defend public access to Jamaica’s beaches is producing an…

Shadow Shadow August 14, 2026

Flippa Moggela Federal Drug Case Delayed Again, Entertainer and Co-Accused to Return to Court on September 9

Flippa Moggela will have to wait another month for his next court…

Shadow Shadow August 11, 2026

Tourism Minister Rejects Claims Jamaicans Are Being Locked Out of Beaches, Says False Narrative Is Hurting Jamaica

Tourism Minister Edmund Bartlett is pushing back against claims circulating internationally that…

Shadow Shadow August 8, 2026

Prosecution Urges Court of Appeal to Uphold Ninjaman Conviction, Calls Killing ‘A Well-Organised Assassination’

The Crown has asked Jamaica's Court of Appeal to uphold the murder…

Shadow Shadow July 26, 2026

Ninjaman, Son and Co-Accused Fight Life Sentences as Appeal Court Hears New Arguments

Dancehall icon Desmond 'Ninjaman' Ballentine, his son Janiel Ballentine and co-accused Dennis…

Shadow Shadow July 23, 2026

Fantan Mojah’s Family Warns Public Against Fake Fundraising Campaigns Following Singer’s Death

Just one week after the death of reggae singer Fantan Mojah, his…

Shadow Shadow July 21, 2026

Jamaica’s Population Grows by Just 600 in 2025 as Declining Birth Rates and Continued Migration Reshape the Country

Jamaica’s population grew by just 600 people in 2025, effectively recording zero…

Shadow Shadow July 14, 2026

Prime Minister Andrew Holness Accepts Prestigious 2026 Esri President’s Award for Jamaica’s Leadership in GIS Innovation

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness is in San Diego, California, where he…

Shadow Shadow July 13, 2026

Flippa Moggela Drug Case Delayed Until August 10 as Judge Grants More Time to Review Evidence

Dancehall artiste Flippa Moggela's U.S. federal drug conspiracy case has been delayed…

Shadow Shadow July 10, 2026

Minister Edmund Bartlett Named Among World’s Top 100 Most Influential Travel and Tourism Leaders for 2026

Jamaica has secured another major moment on the global stage after Minister…

Shadow Shadow July 8, 2026

U.S. Court Sentences Jamaican Music Producer Countree Hype to 5 Years and 10 Months in Gun Smuggling Case

Countree Hype built a name in dancehall music working with some of…

Shadow Shadow June 26, 2026

Jamaica’s Minimum Wage To Increase To J$17,000 Weekly Starting July 1; Minister Urges Employers To Pay More If You Can

A significant segment of the Jamaican workforce is set to receive a long-awaited…

Shadow Shadow June 24, 2026

Flippa Moggela Seeks Bail, Says He’s Not a Flight Risk As Plea Deal Talks Intensify In U.S. Federal Drug Case

Dancehall entertainer Flippa Moggela, formerly known as Flippa Mafia, is pushing for…

Shadow Shadow June 21, 2026

$67 Billion Spent, 2,724 Container Houses Ordered, Says Government, as Displaced Jamaicans Await Permanent Housing Months After Disaster

After spending $67 billion on Hurricane Melissa relief and recovery efforts, the…

Shadow Shadow June 10, 2026

Jamaica To Honour Reggae Legend Ernie Smith At Celebration Of Life In Kingston on June 5

Jamaica will come together this Friday to celebrate the life and legacy…

Shadow Shadow June 1, 2026

“Film Is Jamaica’s Next Goldmine” — PM Andrew Holness Pushes Bold Vision To Turn Jamaica Into A Global Movie Hub

Prime Minister Dr. Andrew Holness says Jamaica’s film industry could soon become…

Shadow Shadow May 26, 2026

Jamaica Secures Massive US$200 Million Catastrophe Bond Ahead of 2026 Hurricane Season

Jamaica has secured a record-breaking US$200 million catastrophe bond in a major…

Shadow Shadow May 21, 2026

Fake Guns, Real Prison Time: Jamaican Music Producer Gets Life Sentence for Imitation Firearms; Music and Film Industry on Edge

A Jamaican music producer, identified as Ewayne Pryce of Kingston, has been…

Shadow Shadow May 17, 2026

Flippa Moggela Remanded in Custody Pending Trial, Court Appoints Attorney After Finding He Cannot Afford One

Dancehall artiste Flippa Moggela was remanded into the custody of U.S. Marshals…

Shadow Shadow May 14, 2026

Jamaicans React After House Speaker Juliet Holness Shuts Down Opposition MP From Speaking Patois in Parliament

A heated debate has ignited across Jamaica's social media landscape after House…

Shadow Shadow May 14, 2026

“The Sea Never Belong To No Man”: Keznamdi and JaBBEM Spark Heated Debate Over Access to Jamaica’s Beaches in New Documentary

Grammy-winning reggae artiste Keznamdi is igniting a fierce national conversation over beach…

Shadow Shadow May 9, 2026

Prime Minister Andrew Holness to Receive AFUWI Legacy Award in New York for Leadership and Education Advocacy

Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Dr. The Most Hon. Andrew Holness, will be honoured…

Shadow Shadow March 9, 2026

Barry G Laid to Rest; Legendary Broadcaster Honoured with Proclamation from the City of Lauderhill

As Jamaica prepared to lay legendary broadcaster Barrington “Barry G” Gordon to…

Shadow Shadow February 12, 2026

Jamaica Caught in Sweeping U.S. Visa Freeze as Trump Administration Halts Processing in 75 Countries

Jamaica and several other Caribbean nations have been swept up in a…

Shadow Shadow January 14, 2026

Cabinet Cancels Festivities: No Christmas Parties for Jamaican Government Entities

Jamaica is facing a subdued festive season for public servants this year.…

Shadow Shadow December 11, 2025

Jamaica Bids Farewell: Official Funeral for Reggae Icon Jimmy Cliff Set for December 17

Jamaica will bid farewell to one of its most beloved cultural giants…

Shadow Shadow December 10, 2025

Uncertainty Looms Over December Staging of Ghetto Splash as Corporate Sponsors Shift Focus After Hurricane Melissa

Uncertainty once again hangs over this year’s Ghetto Splash, barely 12 months…

Shadow Shadow December 8, 2025

Miss Universe in Turmoil: Thai Co-Owner Hit With Arrest Warrant as Mexican Partner Probed for Arms and Drug Trafficking

The Miss Universe Organisation has been thrust into its most turbulent moment…

Shadow Shadow December 6, 2025

Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records in Montego Bay Damaged in Early Morning Fire; No Injuries Reported

A pre-dawn blaze at Usain Bolt’s Tracks & Records in Montego Bay…

Shadow Shadow November 22, 2025

Miss Universe Jamaica Withdraws from International Competition After Suffering Head Trauma and Other Injuries

Jamaica’s Miss Universe hopeful, Dr. Gabrielle Henry, has officially withdrawn from the…

Shadow Shadow November 21, 2025

Jamaica Receives Aid From 31 Nations as Hurricane Melissa Death Toll Climbs to 45 Says Minister

The official death toll from Hurricane Melissa’s devastating passage over Jamaica has…

Shadow Shadow November 12, 2025

With Love and Heartbreak, Miss Universe Jamaica Dr. Gabrielle Henry Departs for Thailand Amid National Tragedy

Carrying the weight of a nation’s grief and hope, Miss Universe Jamaica…

Shadow Shadow November 5, 2025

Contributions to Government’s Official Hurricane Relief Site Near U$1 Million; Live Donation Tracker Coming Soon, Says Minister

Donations to Jamaica’s official Hurricane Melissa Relief Fund are closing in on…

Shadow Shadow November 4, 2025

From Gaza to Giving: Vybz Kartel Launches Foundation to Help Rebuild Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa

Dancehall titan Vybz Kartel is channelling his influence toward rebuilding Jamaica in…

Shadow Shadow November 3, 2025

Barry G Dead at 70 — Jamaica Mourns Legendary Broadcaster Who Redefined Radio

Jamaica is mourning the loss of one of its most beloved voices…

Shadow Shadow October 30, 2025

Aidonia’s Home Raided by Police, Manager Lav Lawrence Clarifies False Media Reports

On Friday morning, the calm of dancehall star Aidonia’s household was shattered…

Shadow Shadow October 3, 2025