Recently, I debated someone who took issue with my view that Jamaicans still see politics almost exclusively through orange and green lenses. While the overt violence of old has faded, political tribalism remains…
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WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Grace of Waiting
Some of us know the verse very well: “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be…
Miami-Broward Carnival 2025 Was a Time: Caribbean Culture, Colour and Unity in South Florida
South Florida came alive with colour, rhythm, and Caribbean flair as the Miami-Broward Carnival 2025 marked its 41st anniversary with another unforgettable week of festivities. Drawing more than 100,000 revellers from across the…
Caribbean Strong Launches $1M Hurricane Melissa Relief Challenge — Cash Donations Urgently Needed to Keep Aid Flowing
As Jamaica and the Caribbean begin to rebuild after the devastation of Hurricane Melissa, the call for urgent financial support grows louder. Caribbean Strong, a volunteer-led network of Caribbean nationals in South Florida,…
From Westmoreland to Shanghai: Dr. Nicoleen Johnson on Business and Community in China
When Dr. Nicoleen Johnson left the hills of Bethel Town, Westmoreland, she had no idea her journey would take her halfway across the world — or that she’d become a pioneer for Jamaicans…
Gordon Robinson | We see you
The last thing Jamaica needs now is division among Jamaicans. Jamaica should have one goal; one purpose; one mindset. First and foremost, to deliver basic humanitarian relief like food, water, shelter, healthcare and…
Patricia Green | Strapping roofs can’t be the solution
“… Close the window weh de wind cum from. Open de other side. Do de same when de eye turn …”. How many Jamaicans and Caribbean people have passed on this knowledge to…
WEEKLY DEVOTIONAL: The Faith of Even If
Faith is not fully proven by what we believe God can do, but by how we respond when He does not do what we expect. The three Hebrew men (Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego)…
Building Back Jamaica Strong: How Canada’s Diaspora Is Helping After Hurricane Melissa
As part of our ongoing commitment to sharing verified updates and inspiring coordinated action across the global Jamaican diaspora, Jamaicans.com hosted a special live town hall titled “Building Back Jamaica Strong: Diaspora in…
Building Back Jamaica Strong: How the U.S. Diaspora Is Rallying After Hurricane Melissa
In the wake of Hurricane Melissa — one of the most powerful storms ever to hit Jamaica — Jamaicans.com hosted a live discussion titled “Building Back Jamaica Strong: Diaspora in Action – USA…