According to Agence France-Press (AFP) in Abuja, Nigeria, South African singer-songwriter Tyla has canceled her scheduled performance in Nigeria. The cancellation came as tensions over anti-immigrant violence hamper relations between the two countries.
Category: Politics
Dr. Campbell Settles with Vaz in Defamation Case
Dr. Dayton Campbell, the General Secretary of the People’s National Party, has resolved a defamation claim brought against him by Mr. Vaz nearly three years ago. In an out-of-court settlement, Campbell has agreed to pay $1.5 million in costs. He will also publicly apologize to Vaz.
Illicit Enrichment: 70 Jamaican Public Officials Under Scrutiny.
According to the Integrity Commission’s annual report, the number of parliamentarians under investigation for potential illicit enrichment or false information has increased by one, bringing the total to fifteen. In total, 70 public officials are now under scrutiny for potential illicit enrichment or providing false information.
House Republicans Rejected bipartisan deal to Fund DHS
Republicans in the US House of Representatives have rejected a bipartisan deal to reopen the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). They approved a different plan instead. This decision prolongs the shutdown, causing huge delays at airports. Their Senate colleagues supported a bill that would reopen most of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). It excludes funding for immigration agencies to gain the Democrats' support.
KD Knight Denies Claims in JLP’s Alleged Audio Fabrication
KD Knight Denies Claims in JLP's Alleged Audio Fabrication. According to The Gleaner, retired defense attorney and legislator KD Knight is threatening to file a defamation lawsuit against Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton and the Jamaica Labor Party (JLP). Knight alleges that they played a "manipulated recording" during Sunday's JLP mass rally, which falsely implied … Continue reading KD Knight Denies Claims in JLP’s Alleged Audio Fabrication
Dr. Dawes Challenges Holness Over 24 Dead Babies At Jubilee
Dr. Dawes Challenges Holness Over 24 Dead Babies At Jubilee. The scandal of the 24 babies who died at the Victoria Jubilee Hospital in Kingston, Jamaica, in June, remains a hot topic in the news. It continues to make the rounds in the news cycle. Opposition Spokesman on Health, Dr. Alfred Dawes, called on Prime Minister Andrew Holness to take action against Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton.
PNP Protests Against Chung’s Appointment as FID Chief
PNP Protests Against Chung's Appointment as FID Chief. In Jamaica, on Monday, June 2, 2025, hundreds of supporters of the opposition People's National Party (PNP) gathered at Heroes Circle. They were against Prime Minister Andrew Holness appointing Dennis Chung. He was appointed as the Chief Technical Director of the Financial Investigations Division (FID). The opposition … Continue reading PNP Protests Against Chung’s Appointment as FID Chief
Media Manipulation: Jamaica and the Cuban Doctors Narrative
Media Manipulation: Jamaica and the Cuban Doctors Narrative. In the aftermath of Wednesday's March 26, 2025, visit to Jamaica by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, one of Jamaica's premiere news outlets published an article. The article had an ambitious, manipulative headline.
Portmore’s Parish Controversy: PNP Files Lawsuit Explained
Portmore's Parish Controversy: PNP Files Lawsuit Explained. The Opposition People's National Party (PNP) in Jamaica has filed a suit in the Constitutional Court. They aim to strike down the Government's controversial legislation. This legislation makes Portmore Jamaica's 15th parish. On Tuesday, March 18, 2025, Opposition Leader Mark Golding announced a significant legal move. The People's … Continue reading Portmore’s Parish Controversy: PNP Files Lawsuit Explained
NSHP Housing Benefits: What Happens After Death?
NSHP Housing Benefits: What Happens After Death? Beneficiaries of the New Social Housing Program and the Indigent Housing Program are confused about ownership of their houses. A recent statement from the Minister of Local Government clarified that they do not actually own the homes they received. The surprise announcement sent shock waves throughout Jamaica. Because most, if not all, of the houses provided by the government under these programs were built on private land.