• Wed, 24 June 2026

A Birthday Celebration Jamaican-Born Dr. Millicent Comrie Will Remember Forever

In a heartwarming gesture that echoed Jamaican pride, Liberia’s first lady, Clar Weah, hosted an unexpected birthday celebration for the esteemed Jamaican-born doctor, Dr. Millicent Comrie. The two women, both Jamaicans excelling in their respective fields, shared a moment of camaraderie that bridged nations and celebrated excellence. From Kingston to Monrovia Hailing from Grant’s Pen […]

WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL – Standing Firm for God

When God rewarded the faithfulness of the three Jewish boys by delivering them from the fiery furnace (Daniel 3), little did they know their stand and God’s actions would transform, albeit temporarily, the Babylonians’ worship practices. According to the narrative, after the boys’ miraculous deliverance, “Nebuchadnezzar spoke, saying, ‘Blessed be the God of Shadrach, Meshach, […]

Four Jamaican Tech Entrepreneurs Receive Start-Up Investment at TechStars

Jamaican entrepreneurs Khary Sharpe of HeadOffice, Dylan Brennan of CYPHR, and Jermain Morgan and Rory Richards, the co-founders of GroceryList, have received funding for their startup endeavors from TechStars Atlanta and New Orleans, Entrepreneurs Across Borders, and Kingston Beta Network Effect. Each of the startup firms will receive a US$120,000 investment in exchange for a […]

7 Things You Should Know about Jamaican Long Jumper Wayne Pinnock

Jamaican long jump athlete Wayne Pinnock used his first attempt in the qualifying round for the event final at the World Athletics Championships in Budapest to secure his place in history with a world-record jump of 8.54 meters (28.01837 feet) on 23 August 2023.  22-year-old Pinnock said he just followed his coach’s instructions and jumped […]

What’s It Like Being a Jamaican Living in Montserrat?

Have you ever wondered what’s it like being a Jamaican living in Monsterrat?  In our “Jamaicans to the World” series, Jamaicans.com founder Xavier Murphy speaks with Angela Greenaway. She is a Jamaican living in Montserrat. They discuss the food, culture, customs, the people, things to do, the language, music and adjusting to living in Montserrat […]

Why are More Jamaicans Choosing to Relocate to Canada Rather than USA?

In the pursuit of better opportunities, many Jamaicans have historically looked to the United States of America to relocate. However recent data on migration provides insights into how this trend is changing. According to the Planning Institute of Jamaica’s (PIOJ) 2022 Economic and Social Survey, a total of 19,063 Jamaicans were granted visas for permanent […]

Jamaica’s Unemployment Rate Reaches All-time Low: Which Jobs Are in Demand Right Now?

As of April 2023, Jamaica has achieved a significant milestone with its unemployment rate dropping to an all-time low of 4.5 percent, the lowest since the island gained independence. This essentially means that the number of employed citizens now surpasses the number of those currently without work. The recent report released by the Statistical Institute […]

Did England Overlook Jamaican Hero Goalkeeper Rebecca Spencer?

Jamaican football fans have been praising Jamaica’s Reggae Girlz’ goalkeeper Rebecca Spencer, who has demonstrated exceptional talent and resilience at the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Rebecca, who began her football career path in Northwick Park at just 10 years old, rose through the ranks, representing England at various levels. However, her true heroics emerged when […]