We sat up last night until the little indicator in BBC World’s television studio moved past the crucial point in terms of number of votes – with the blue of “leave” overcoming, by a pretty small margin, the yellow of “remain.” The vote was close, as predicted, but a narrow win for those who wanted the … More Jamaican Foreign Affairs Minister Comments on the UK Referendum Result
If there is one thing reading this book made me realize, it is that leadership is not a one-way street. It is not a question of driving full speed ahead, with the dazzling light of your vision in your eyes. Rather, it is about taking a steady drive, checking the rear view mirror; remembering that … More The Business of Nation Building: Excerpts from the Selected Speeches of Douglas Orane
I’ve never seen a Prime Minister singing along to a reggae song at his own swearing-in ceremony, as he did at the just-concluded event at King’s House this afternoon. But there’s a first time for everything… Here’s our new Prime Minister Andrew Holness’ speech as prepared for delivery, which you can read on the Jamaica … More Prime Minister Andrew Holness’ Inaugural Address: March 3, 2016
Who, what and where is the Jamaican diaspora? It’s a funny word, that used to have a line underneath it when I typed it in a document, as if it wasn’t real. But the Jamaican diaspora, wherever it may find itself, is very real, indeed. Real people living real lives, working, raising families…and cherishing a … More The Jamaican Diaspora: Deepening Connections
“We need hope.” This simple comment by a Jamaican, just before singer Tessanne Chin won in the finals of “The Voice” – a talent show on NBC – just about summed it up. Christmas is a week away. Low-paid workers such as security guards and domestic helpers have just received a J$600 (less than US$6) per week … More A Hopeful Voice
I was among a group of local bloggers who gathered in Kingston today to learn about a brand-new initiative, “I Support Jamaica,” a project of the JN Foundation and Jamaica National Small Business Loans. It is an empowering project, and one that my heart has easily warmed to. Why? Because it is about helping Jamaicans in … More I Support Jamaica
This week has been pretty intense so far. I feel like sitting down in a quiet corner for half a day, but it doesn’t seem possible. Too much going on. If I hear the word “diaspora” one more time… The local media has swamped us with reports and live broadcasts from the Fifth Biennial Jamaica Diaspora … More Busy Week and it’s June 19, 2013
The heat in Kingston this week has been a dictator, beating us all into submission. I have spent the week cowering at home (two inches away from the fan) or hiding in air-conditioned cafés. And it’s only June. As one Twitter friend just observed: “This rain need fi fall an dun.” (translation for non-Jamaicans: “This rain … More Father’s Day in Jamaica: June 16, 2013
And the situation is… That two elected political representatives in Montego Bay are being investigated in connection with the horrible “lotto scam,” which has spread like an infection from Jamaica’s second city. On Wednesday, the police conducted early morning raids on the homes of Deputy Mayor Mr. Michael Troupe, Councilor for the Granville Division, and … More Sunday Situation: July 22, 2012
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