“Being Jamaican is proud and ambitious!!!” – SMILE JAMAICA PHOTOS

Our feature “Smile Jamaica” highlights some positives about Jamaica and Jamaicans. We asked Tommy at the New York Jerk Festival, “Why do you love being Jamaican?” – Photo by Jeana Lindo “Being Jamaican is proud and ambitious.” – Tommy The “Smile Jamaica” series is open to anyone who loves Jamaica and/or Jamaicans. If you would like […]
New ‘Surreal’ EP from UK Star Shola Ama and Necessary Mayhem Bursts of Reggae Soul

Every so often, a divine body of music overtakes our ears, mind, body and soul. As the fourth quarter of 2015 emerges, a delightful treat awaits Reggae music lovers. In fact, popular UK chanteuse Shola Ama is bound to appeal to all music enthusiasts with the refreshing burst of Reggae Soul embodied on her new […]
Early Birds Save BIG on Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival Tickets

It’s that time of year again when Jerk flavors will waft in the air and Markham Park, Sunrise will come alive for the 14th Annual Grace Jamaican Jerk Festival. Mark your calendars and get your tickets early for the all-day event on Sunday, November 08, 2015. This year festival organizers are going all out to […]
Jamaica USA Chamber to Stage Major Business Expo and Global Trade Forum

The Jamaica-USA Chamber of Commerce (JAUSACC) in association with Jamaica Promotions Corporation (JAMPRO) will host the 6th Biennial Jamaican Business Expo and Global Trade Forum on October 8th and 9th from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm each day, at the Hilton Miami Hotel, 1601 Biscayne Boulevard, Miami, Florida. Florida’s Secretary of Commerce, Bill Johnson, and […]
Jamaica Diaspora Legacy Foundation Launches New Efforts and New Website

Jamaicans in South Florida can look forward to a new Cultural Center for their community in the coming years. The Jamaica Diaspora Legacy Foundation (JDLF), a non-profit organization formed in 2012, is gearing up to begin major fundraising efforts toward the building of the Jamaica Cultural and Resource Center. The multifunctional facility to be constructed […]