St. Patrick’s Day is here, and what better way to acknowledge the day than by revisiting our interview from four years ago with two Jamaican women living in Ireland? In this episode of Jamaicans to the World, Xavier Murphy sat down with Ethlyn Thomas and Sherene Powell-Okaforto discuss their experiences, challenges, and what life is really […]

March 15th marks the birthday of Nadine Sutherland, born in 1968, one of Jamaica’s most enduring and versatile musical talents. With a career spanning over four decades, Sutherland has left an indelible mark on reggae, dancehall, and pop music. From her early start as Jamaica’s first female child star to her rise as a celebrated […]

We are living in interesting times, aren’t we? One could argue that for many, it is also a time of great uncertainty that has provoked much anxiety. The year King Uzziah died was a time of uncertainty and transition for the nation of Judah. Uzziah had been a strong and prosperous king, ruling for over […]

Reverend Michael Blake, a proud son of Jamaican immigrants, is in the race to become the next mayor of New York City. With a background in public service and a commitment to uplifting marginalised communities, Blake’s campaign focuses on key issues such as affordable housing, economic growth, and education. Here are eight things to know […]

Amy Jacques Garvey was more than the wife of Marcus Garvey—she was a trailblazing journalist, political thinker, and activist who played a pivotal role in the Pan-African movement. While history often highlights Marcus Garvey’s contributions, Amy’s efforts in shaping and sustaining Garveyism deserve equal recognition. She was a force in her own right, ensuring that […]

Jamaican music and culture continue to dominate the global entertainment scene, and now two Jamaican events have earned a spot on Forbes Magazine’s “8 Bucket-List Global Parties If You Love The Music Of The African Diaspora.” The list highlights must-attend events that celebrate Afrocentric music, culture, and high-energy experiences. The two Jamaican events featured are […]

James Earl Jones was known for his powerful voice and commanding presence, but did you know he once played a Jamaican immigrant in a little-seen film called The Annihilation of Fish? Released in 1999 and directed by acclaimed filmmaker Charles Burnett, this unique romantic comedy-drama features Jones in one of his most unusual roles—yet it […]

For many Jamaicans today, the idea of changing the clocks twice a year might seem unfamiliar. However, there was a time when Jamaica did observe Daylight Saving Time (DST)—a practice that involved setting clocks forward by one hour during warmer months to extend evening daylight. Jamaica’s History with Daylight Saving Time Jamaica first introduced Daylight […]

Life is full of choices. Some are small and seem insignificant, like what to wear or what to eat for breakfast. Others, however, shape the course of our lives. One of the most important choices we will ever make is whom we will serve. In Joshua 24:15, Joshua, the faithful leader of Israel, places a challenge […]

Mark Henry, President of the Jamaica Association of Montreal, has been honoured by the West Island Black Community Association (WIBCA) at their annual Honouring Our Kings event. The ceremony, held on February 8, recognized eight distinguished Black men for their outstanding contributions to the community. Henry, a longtime advocate for the Jamaican diaspora in Montreal, […]