Photo Highlights from Catch A Fire Tour 2015 New York

The Catch A Fire Tour, named after Bob Marley and the Wailers 1973 album, came to New York on August 30th. The concert was held at the Summer Stage in Central Park, New York.  The Catch A Fire concert featured Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, Stephen “Ragga” Marley, Morgan Heritage, Tarrus Riley, Joe Mersa, Black Am […]

Thwaites briefs Diaspora Members by teleconference on Education in Jamaica

In an ever changing world, the future of our people is etched on the level of education within that society. It is evident that the Jamaica Diaspora Education Task Force (JDETF) shares the same sentiment as stakeholders in Jamaica: education is the key for success.  On Sunday, August 16, 2015 the first meeting of the […]

“Being Jamaican is strong heritage out of many one people!!!” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS

Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked Barenton at the New York Jerk Festival, “Why do you love being Jamaican?”  – Photo by Jeana Lindo  “Being Jamaican is strong heritage out of many one people.” – Barenton   The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If […]

Mapfumo Tells Zimdancehall Artistes Don’t Imitate Jamaicans

Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo, 70, legendary Chimurenga musician, believes that Zimdancehall artistes should stop imitating the dancehall performers of Jamaica. He has previously criticized Zimdancehall performers for their lack of originality. Mapfumo says he does not “hate them at all” and is glad to share his stage with young performers. However, he also believes they should […]