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Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson (right), is greeted by President of the Jamaica Association of Maryland, Rick Nugent, at the association’s Annual Independence Gala and Awards Ceremony, held on Saturday, August 9, in Baltimore.
Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson (right), is greeted by President of the Jamaica Association of Maryland, Rick Nugent, at the association’s Annual Independence Gala and Awards Ceremony, held on Saturday, August 9, in Baltimore.

JAM Lauded For Transforming Lives In Jamaica

Jamaica’s Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (Ret’d) Antony Anderson, has lauded the Jamaica Association of Maryland (JAM) for its unwavering commitment to transforming lives in both Jamaica and Maryland over the past 37 years. Delivering the...
Flyer for the CARIFESTA VX to be held in Barbados.
Flyer for the CARIFESTA VX to be held in Barbados.

100-Member Delegation to Represent Jamaica in Barbados for CARIFESTA
Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (Rt’d) Antony Anderson, addresses the large gathering at the ‘Old Time Fair’ in celebration of Jamaica’s 63rd year of Independence held at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheatre in Florida on August 2.
Ambassador to the United States, His Excellency Major General (Rt’d) Antony Anderson, addresses the large gathering at the ‘Old Time Fair’ in celebration of Jamaica’s 63rd year of Independence held at the Miramar Regional Park Amphitheatre in Florida on August 2.

Ambassador Anderson Celebrates Independence with Jamaicans in South Florida
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon.
Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon.

Work on Montego Bay Cultural Centre Ongoing
Cadets unfurl the Jamaican flag during the Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony and Parade of Uniform Groups ceremony on August 6, at the Paul Bogle Square in Morant Bay, St. Thomas.
Cadets unfurl the Jamaican flag during the Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony and Parade of Uniform Groups ceremony on August 6, at the Paul Bogle Square in Morant Bay, St. Thomas.

Jamaicans Encouraged To Confront Indiscipline And Inequality

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Patrons are on their feet, singing and waving flags during the Independence Grand Gala held on Wednesday (August 6), at the National Stadium in Kingston.
CultureEmancipationIndependence

Rave Reviews for Grand Gala 63

This year’s staging of the Independence Grand Gala at the National Stadium is receiving overwhelming positive reviews from first-time attendees and returning patrons, who are praising the spectacular performances, cultural displays, and vibrant atmosphere. From the opening ceremony, highlighted by the raising of the National Flag and playing of the National Anthem, to the final dramatic performance depicting the history...
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Prime Minister, Dr. the Most Hon. Andrew Holness (right), stands on the dais as he is saluted by the Guard of Honour during the celebration of Jamaica’s 63rd year of Independence at the Grand Gala held at the National Stadium in Kingston on Wednesday (August 6).
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Vibrant Display of National Pride at Grand Gala

In a vibrant display of national pride, Jamaicans gathered at the National Stadium in Kingston on Wednesday (August 6) to celebrate the nation’s 63rd year of Independence at the annual Grand Gala. The event drew a large and enthusiastic crowd, with persons adorned in the national colours in keeping with this year’s Independence Day theme, ‘Be Proud, Be Bold in...
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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson (third right); Jamaica
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Jamaica Reaffirms Strong Partnership with Japan at Expo 2025

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, has reaffirmed the deep and multifaceted partnership between Jamaica and Japan, highlighting decades of cooperation built on shared values, mutual respect and active engagement across multiple sectors. Speaking at the official ceremony to mark Jamaica’s National Day, at Expo 2025 in Japan on August 6, Senator Johnson...
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Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Senator the Hon. Kamina Johnson Smith, reaffirms Jamaica
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Jamaica Marks National Day at Expo 2025 with Message of Peace and Global Solidarity

Jamaica’s National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, in Japan, was observed with a powerful message of peace, love and solidarity. The Day, which was celebrated on August 6, also marked the country’s 63rd anniversary of Independence and the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima in Japan. Speaking at the Official National Day Ceremony at Expo 2025 in...
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Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon (seated, centre), is flanked by the nine citizens who received awards during the Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC) and the St. James Municipal Corporation’s Independence Flag Raising and Civic Ceremony, held at Sam Sharpe Square in Montego Bay, St. James, on Wednesday (August 6).
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Jamaicans Encouraged to Build Just and Equitable Society

Mayor of Montego Bay, Councillor Richard Vernon, has called on Jamaicans to reflect on the nation’s journey to freedom and independence, and to boldly continue the work of building a just and equitable society. “We gather today [not only] to commemorate freedom, but also to reaffirm our faith in Jamaica's journey, a journey marked by resilience, sacrifice and divine favour,...
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