Human Rights Attorney of Jamaican Heritage Makes History in Iceland with National Address Commemorating the Foundation of the Republic of Iceland
Human rights attorney Claudia Ashanie Wilson, who is of Jamaican descent, gave the nation’s Independence Day Address in the form of an essay to celebrate the founding of the Republic of Iceland, which occurred in 1944. The speech was broadcast on Iceland’s public radio station, RÚV, and Channel 1 (Ras1). Claudia was selected by the […]
Paula Llewellyn, CD, QC – Saluting 60 Jamaican Women
“I give my all. I give 100 percent to every case, irrespective of whether it is a cause celebre or mundane issues.” From a painfully shy little girl to the chief public prosecutor of criminal offenses in the country, Her shyness made her a bookworm and this love for books worked out very well for […]
Jamaican-Coached, Tobi Amusan Becomes First Nigerian Athlete to Win World Athletics Championship Gold
Tobi Amusan, who is coached by the three-time Jamaican Olympian Lacena Golding-Clarke, made history by becoming the first athlete from Nigeria to win a gold medal at the World Athletics Championships at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon, in 2022. Amusan broke the world record of 12.20 seconds in the 100-meter hurdles twice in a single […]
Cedella Marley to Be Honored in New York with International Humanitarian Award from American Friends of Jamaica
American Friends of Jamaica (AFJ) announced that it will present its International Humanitarian Award to Cedella Marley, the first child born to Bob and Rita Marley, in honor of her dedication to service in Jamaica. AFJ will present the award to Marley at the Hummingbird Gala on September 23, 2022, at New York’s Plaza Hotel. […]
Jamaican Team to Participate in Birmingham 2022 Rugby Sevens Competition
The Rugby Sevens pools for the men’s and women’s competitions have been announced. All the group matches will be held on the 29th and 30th of July, 2022, and the semi-finals, play-offs, and medal matches will be played on July 31, 2022. The Birmingham 2022 competition will be held at Coventry Stadium. According to Sir […]
Angela King – Saluting 60 Jamaican Women
“Very few women of the third world can claim to have marked the history of the United Nations like Angela King…” She was the daughter of an Anglican Minister and she was a bright little girl. She attended two high schools – Wolmer’s in Kingston and St. Hilda’s in Brown’s Town, St. Ann. Then she […]
Stone Love Movement and Jamaica 60th Comes to the City of Miramar Hosted by Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis
The sound system culture will take centerstage as Commissioner Alexandra P. Davis presents the exciting celebration – Jamaica 60th Pre- Independence Day Fete on Friday, August 5, 2022, from 6:00 pm to 12:00 am at the Miramar Multi-Service Complex located at 6700 Miramar Parkway. Celebrity guest is noted dancehall selector “Geefus”, from Stone Love Movement, […]
Madge Dorita Sinclair, CD (1938 – 1995) – Saluting 60 Jamaican Women
Madge Dorita Sinclair was a teacher and a very good one, who excelled in speech and drama. She even won several awards. But she wanted to be an actress. Badly. So at the ripe old age of thirty, Madge Sinclair packed her bags and headed for New York to follow her dream. She had to […]
Jamaican Jerk Featured In Real Homes Magazine’s List of 8 Barbeque Styles
Real Homes magazine has compiled a list of eight unique barbeque styles from countries around the world. The featured cuisines highlight differences in spices, sauces, and methods of preparing ingredients. The real hero of the day, however, is the unique type of grill that different cultures use to cook their BBQ. Prominent on the list […]
6 Jamaican-Americans amongst Those Honored with Caribbean Impact Awards in New York
The Caribbean Impact Awards are presented every year at one of the most prestigious events hosted by the Schneps Media publication Caribbean Life. The awards recognize the contributions and achievements of individuals from Caribbean backgrounds who have had a significant impact during their careers in the fields of health care, the arts, advocacy, entrepreneurship, and […]