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10 Remarkable Facts About Dudley Thompson: Jamaican Legal Icon, Revered Statesman and Pan-Africanist
80 Common Jamaican Patois Sentences That Will Help You Learn …
These 80 Jamaican conversational patois sentences cover most of what you will need to get by and learn the language.
20 Jamaican Patois Phrases You Should Be Using
Here are a few Patois phrases you should be using while communicating with a Jamaican or even to help you communicate better with a Jamaican:. Daadie / Mi Dawg – an expression usually used by males talking to each other as a way of greeting or addressing each other; Link – refers to a group of close friends
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Full Cast, Including Jamaican Actors, Announced for American Premiere of “McBee” on June 23 in Jamaica, Queens
18 Jamaican Patois Phrases Translated to English
I Will Be Right Back – Mi Soon Come; To Eat – Nyam Jamaica – Jamrock, Jamdown, Yard; Jamaican – Yardie, Yard man; Friend – Bredren (male), Sistren (female)
10 Jamaican Greetings That You Should Know Before You Go
If you are planning on visiting Jamaica soon, it might be interesting on your part to know how to interact with the locals. Just as it is with other countries, being able to greet locals in their dialect can be important. Jamaican greetings may vary based on social status or age difference for example, younger […]
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Welcome to Jamaicans.com, your ultimate online destination to celebrate Jamaica’s rich and vibrant culture! We’re a cross-platform media house dedicated to connecting the Jamaican diaspora and all those who share a love for Jamaican heritage. Founded by Xavier Murphy in 1995, Jamaicans.com has grown to be a reliable source …
Marcus Garvey’s Pardon, 85 Years After His Death - Jamaicans.com
22 hours ago · Marcus Garvey, the pioneering leader of the Pan-African movement and Jamaica’s first national hero, received a posthumous pardon from U.S. President Joe Biden on January 19, 2025.The pardon, achieved through decades of advocacy and the successful lobbying of the Congressional Black Caucus, not only rights a historical wrong but reaffirms Garvey’s enduring influence on global Black liberation.
12 Things to Know About Jamaican People
1. We are Food-Oriented – a big part of our culture is food. Tourist and locals alike enjoy the rich and diverse cuisine that comes from the island. Jerk is our most loved street food – whether it be chicken or pork – served with bread or “festival”. Some other famous staple dishes include the national dish, ackee and salthfish, oxtail, curry goat or curry chicken, fish prepared in ...
Jamaican Excellence Takes Centre Stage at the 2024 Best of …
A Night of Vibrancy and Unity. The event’s atmosphere was alive with the spirit of Jamaican culture. Entertainment included moving performances by Adrianna Clarke, the mesmerising sounds of Sons of Mystro, and an electrifying set by reggae artist Ed Robinson, who was joined on stage by Consul General Oliver Mair for a powerful rendition of Knocking on Heaven’s Door.