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23/12/2024

It’s time for more !

The Judges’ Pick Awards spotlight extraordinary talents who have excelled in their craft, as chosen by our esteemed panel of experts. These winners represent the very best of Jamaican creativity, talent, and influence! 🌟

Explore the full list of winners and honourees here: https://jamaicans.com/2024-best-of-jamaica-awards-honouring-top-media-entertainment-and-sports-awardees/

22/12/2024

We are live, join us for some great vibes and amazing gifts!!!

22/12/2024

Join us this Sunday as we celebrate 29 years of Jamaicans.com!

Our Anniversary Christmas Giveaway Special hosted by our Founder Xavier Murphy is going to be an exciting evening filled with incredible giveaways! You’ll have the chance to win amazing prizes, including a getaway for two at Couples Resorts!

We’ll be joined by well wishers, long time platform supporters and our generous sponsors: Yaad Bridge, Box O Sox, Sea Gardens Resort, Sheldon Levene, Caribe Shopper, and Couples Resorts.

Don’t miss out—celebrate with us and be part of the fun!

22/12/2024

"Lick -Ova" Tunes
Today's special feature on Sunday Scoops. Songs we all thought were written and sung originally by Jamaican artistes.

20/12/2024

Adrianna welcomes the cast of "Sounds From Yaad", a dynamic theatrical production celebrating the vibrant and colorful Jamaican culture and combines comedic sketches, musical performances, and unforgettable characters. The show will premiere on Sunday, December 29, at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel ballroom! www.soundsfromyaad.com

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20/12/2024

Can't believe It's almost Christmas

19/12/2024

In the latest episode of Jamaicans to the World, host Xavier Murphy chats with Ann Marie Cranston, originally from Mountain View, Kingston, about life as a Jamaican in Rhode Island, the smallest US state.

Ann Marie talks about adjusting to the cold weather, leaving her family behind in Jamaica, the high cost of living, being a founding member of the Jamaican Association of Rhode Island, and where to find the best Jamaican food in the state.

19/12/2024

We recently hosted the first-ever in-person Best of Jamaica Awards Show at the beautiful Miramar Cultural Center Gardens hosted by Commissioner Yvette F Colbourne.

This milestone event honoured the best of Jamaican culture, food, business, entertainment, and more. Here are some recap photos.

Read more on our 25th staging of Best Of Jamaica https://jamaicans.com/jamaican-excell...

18/12/2024

Congratulations to Howard Osbourne, known as Nanamous, for the Atlanta BLESS Music Festival's recognition as the Best Jamaican/Caribbean Themed Event in Atlanta for 2024! 🎉

Nanamous, a gospel reggae artist originally from Tredegar Park, St. Catherine, Jamaica, has been instrumental in promoting Caribbean culture in Atlanta.

His dedication to music and community has significantly enriched Atlanta's cultural landscape.

To see the full list of winners, click the link - https://jamaicans.com/from-food-to-festivals-the-best-of-jamaica-2024-honourees-across-the-usa-uk-canada/

18/12/2024

Jamaica's Consul General to New York Alsion Wilson has a message for the Best of Jamaica 2024 winners. The Best of Jamaica Awards recognises individuals and organisations whose contributions embody excellence and leave a lasting impact on their communities and the diaspora.

Read more on people and places considered to be Icons, Innovators, and Change Makers
https://jamaicans.com/the-best-of-jamaica-2024-honouring-icons-innovators-and-change-makers/

17/12/2024

When we find Jamaicans doing great things, we have to big them up.

BLV, a short film directed by rising Jamaican filmmaker JP Williams, was selected to be shown at the 2024 FilmGood Festival in Los Angeles!

This prestigious event, known for spotlighting underrepresented voices in independent cinema, screened BLV as part of its Official Shorts Program on December 13 at the WalkGood Yard.

Read more about A Story Rooted in Passion and Perseverance

BLV, a short film directed by rising Jamaican filmmaker JP Williams, has earned an official selection at the 2024 FilmGood Festival in Los Angeles.

17/12/2024

In this video, Tenghui Pringle, an 11-year-old grade 6 student from McIntosh Memorial Primary School in Manchester, recites his rendition of the poem "This is Jamaica" by Peter Gracey. Tenghui was a top ten finalist in the This is Jamaica Poetry scholarship competition 2024, which is sponsored by the Lorraine J Smith Foundation.

We hope you enjoy watching Tenghui's performance!
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**About the Lorraine J Smith Foundation**
The Lorraine J Smith Foundation is a charitable organization that is dedicated to promoting the arts and education in Jamaica. The Foundation was founded by Lorraine J Smith, a Jamaican-born philanthropist. The Foundation offers a number of scholarships and grants to Jamaican students who are pursuing their dreams in the arts and sciences.

17/12/2024

This Holiday Season has had it's ups and downs, let's get in

16/12/2024

The Best of Jamaica Awards honour individuals and organisations who exemplify greatness and make a lasting impact both at home and within the diaspora. From trailblazers to innovators, these awards celebrate those driving meaningful progress and showcasing the very best of Jamaican achievements.

Last Thursday, history was made as we hosted the first-ever in-person “Best of Jamaica” Awards Show by Jamaicansdotcom 🏆 🇯🇲 at the beautiful Miramar Cultural Center Gardens.

14/12/2024

Tonight, Adrianna will recap some special moments from the 25th Annual Best of Jamaica Awards that took place on December 12, 2024 in Miramar, Florida. Check out www.jamaicans.com for the full list of awardees.