Meet Dr. Maxine Osbourne Foster the Newly Elected President of the Atlanta Jamaican Association (AJA)
The Atlanta Jamaican Association, Inc. (AJA) announced that Rev. Maxine Osbourne Foster, MBA, Ph.D. was elected President of the Association for 2022 at their recent Annual General Meeting. An experienced business leader, Rev. Dr. Maxine O. Foster succeeds Steering Committee Chairperson, Mrs. Casmel Williams and assumes responsibilities on January 1, 2022. Rev. Dr. Max spent […]
Caribbean Food & Rum Festival 2021: An ‘Immersive Experience’ in Diaspora’s Cuisine, Culture, and Musical Spirit
Earlier this month, the Arts Park at Young Circle in Hollywood, Florida hosted the seventh staging of the Caribbean Food & Rum Festival—formerly known as the Caribbean Village Festival. The Food & Rum Festival was a tasty and musical affair in that it afforded the packed house of attendees the opportunity to take a deep […]
Shenseea Makes History as First Woman to Win Reggae Act MOBO Award
Jamaican dancehall artist Shenseea. 25, has received the 2021 Music of Black Origin (MOBO) Award in the category of Best Reggae Act. With her win, Shenseea becomes the first female artist to receive the Reggae Award since it was first presented in 1996. The dancehall star was presented with the award at a ceremony at […]
Spice’s “Go Down Deh” Featuring Sean Paul and Shaggy on NPR List of 2021’s Best 100 Songs
“Go Down Deh,” a song by Grammy-nominated Jamaican recording artist Spice, has been listed as one of the 100 Best Songs of 2021 by National Public Radio (NPR) Music. Ranking at Number 48 on the list, NPR noted that it was interesting that while there were few artists from Gen X listed, the dancehall track […]
Over 260,000 People Migrated from Jamaica Between 2002 and 2019
According to the Statistical Institute of Jamaica, the country’s “net migration” figures show that compared to people who chose to return to the island and foreigners who decided to move there over the period from 2002 and 2019 nearly 270,000 more individuals left than arrived. Carol Coy, the director-general of the Statistical Institute, defined net […]
Food and Wine Magazine Names Jerk Chicken as Dish to Cook during Kwanzaa
Kwanzaa, a celebration of Black American heritage that connects traditions of Africa with customs among African Americans. It is observed from December 26th through January 1 and ends with “karamu,” a final feast that marks the coming of the new year. Karamu has traditionally included dishes from throughout the African diaspora, and Food and Wine […]
2021 Christmas Day Message by the Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, ON, PC, MP
Christmas is the most anticipated time of the year. It’s our Jamaican tradition to clean up, spruce up, and decorate our homes and communities, sometimes with a fresh coat of paint and some pepper light. There is an increased buzz of activities, peaking in Grand Market; signaling the preparation for families coming together, gifts, good […]
2021 Christmas Day Message by the Leader of the Opposition, Mark Golding, MP
To my fellow Jamaicans, at home and abroad, Seasons Greetings! As we celebrate the joy of this festive season, we give thanks for another year of health and strength. From my family to yours, I wish you a Merry Christmas! Christmas Day marks the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. Many millions of people […]
2021 Christmas Day Message by the Governor General, His Excellency, The Most Honourable Sir Patrick Allen, ON, GCMG, CD, KStJ
“Peace Amid the Storms” My Fellow Jamaicans at home and in the Diaspora, greetings. Today millions of people around the world are celebrating Christmas with families and friends. This is a time of cheer, goodwill, and peace. A time to reflect on the year that is closing and see just how much we achieved in […]
Season’s Greetings from Shauna Chin, Global Jamaica Diaspora Council Vice-Chair, Elected Member USA West/Mid-West
As we reflect on the worldwide adjustments in each of our daily routine, we get to appreciate the tenacity of the Jamaican spirit … the “tallawahness”. This year, I was able to witness the true togetherness of Jamaicans across the world with Jamaicans at home, and for that I say we are truly blessed. To […]