By Jam Radio Caribbean Newsdesk
In an unexpected escalation of diplomatic pressure, the United States has imposed sweeping visa restrictions on government officials from Cuba, Grenada, and several African nations—accusing them of complicity in what it calls the “Cuban regime’s coercive medical mission scheme.”
The move targets not only the officials themselves but also their families, barring entry to the U.S. for those allegedly involved in facilitating or benefiting from Cuba’s controversial export of medical professionals.
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For decades, Cuba has deployed thousands of doctors abroad under bilateral agreements. But behind the......
TracyAnn Dunkley
The entertainment and dancehall world is celebrating the incredible journey of Int. DHQ Headtop Aneika Francis—one of the Caribbean’s most electrifying performers and entrepreneurs—who is now embracing the beautiful role of motherhood.
Aneika, widely known as the powerhouse dancer behind international recording artist Konshens, has left an indelible mark on stages worldwide. From the pulsating energy of the Caribbean to the high-adrenaline performances across Europe, her signature moves, fierce presence, and undeniable charisma have set her apart as a global dancehall sensation.
Among her most dazzling achievements is her......
JamRadio Newsdesk | Caribbean Desk
Former Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Dr Keith Rowley was detained during a layover in Antigua and Barbuda last week after discovering his name had been flagged on an Interpol watch list—a move he is calling “state-sponsored slander” and a blatant act of political persecution.
Rowley, who stepped down from politics in April, was en route to Montserrat to attend the 30th anniversary of the Montserrat Volcano Observatory when he was stopped by immigration authorities. At a press conference on Monday, he described the ordeal as a “deliberate, calculated attempt to tarnish my name on an international stage,” accusing......
JamRadio Newsdesk | Friday 18 July 2025
Today marks 30 years since the Soufrière Hills Volcano erupted on the Caribbean island of Montserrat, triggering one of the most devastating natural disasters in the history of Britain’s Overseas Territories. On 18 July 1995, pyroclastic flows buried the capital city of Plymouth, forcing the evacuation of the southern half of the island and displacing more than two-thirds of its population.
Over 11,000 Montserratians — all British Dependent Territories Citizens — more than two-thirds were forced to flee. Many escaped to neighbouring islands like Antigua, St,. Kitts and Nevis, and St. Maarten while others relocated to the......
JamRadio Caribbean Desk |
In a major security operation, Jamaican police have seized more than 500 pipe bombs and arrested three men in the Bull Bay area of St Thomas, in what authorities are calling one of the largest explosives finds in recent memory.
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The raid took place on Sunday, when officers discovered the cache of explosives at a premises straddling the 10 and 11 Mile communities—an area plagued by escalating gang tensions. The suspects reportedly attempted to flee but were captured after hiding in nearby bushes.
“These men are reportedly bent on going at each other’s throats,” said a senior officer, describing the situation as a......
Tracy Dunkley |
The St. Kitts Music Festival 2025 didn’t simply return—it exploded back onto the scene. Across three electric nights from 26 to 28 June, Warner Park Stadium became a cauldron of rhythm, colour, and cultural celebration. From global icons such as Vybz Kartel, Shenseea, and Spice, to cherished local acts and folk groups, this year’s festival solidified its place as a must-attend event in the Caribbean—and beyond.
A Spectacle from the Start: Thursday, 26 June 2025
The opening night brought a thunderous wave of energy as Shenseea took the stage, commanding the crowd with her unmistakable blend of confidence, charisma and cutting-edge......
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Kingston, Jamaica – in a historic move that could reshape the conversation around colonial legacy and justice, the Jamaican government has announced its intention to submit a formal petition to King Charles III, calling for reparations for the transatlantic slave trade.
The announcement, made by Culture Minister Olivia “Babsy” Grange during the 2025/26 Sectoral Debate in Parliament, signals a bold legal strategy to secure redress for centuries of enslavement and exploitation endured by Africans and their descendants in Jamaica.
The petition seeks to have King Charles refer three urgent questions to Jamaica’s final appellate body, the......
By JamRadio Newsdesk | 22:15 GMT
LONDON, UK — Tensions are rising between the United States and several Eastern Caribbean nations after a leaked memo from the U.S. State Department, reported by The Washington Post, revealed potential visa sanctions targeting Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts and Nevis, and Saint Lucia.
At the heart of Washington’s concern is the controversial citizenship by investment (CBI) programmes offered by these island nations—initiatives that allow foreign nationals to purchase citizenship, often with little to no residency requirements. The leaked document, signed by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, accuses the......
Tracy Dunkley
The tragic death of 11-year-old Adriana Younge has plunged a family into mourning, shaken a nation, and ignited urgent demands for justice. What began as an ordinary day at a hotel in Tuschen has spiralled into a national controversy—one that continues to raise troubling questions.
On 23 April 2025, Adriana visited the Double Day International Hotel with her grandmother. Just after 1:00 PM, she was last seen near the hotel’s swimming pool. By the following morning, her lifeless body was found floating in that same pool—nearly 20 hours after her disappearance.
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For Adriana’s family, the shock was unbearable. Their grief has......
By JAMRADIO NEWS DESK
Last week, the Honourable Speaker of the Montserrat Legislative Assembly, Mrs. Marjorie Smith, attended the annual Commons and Overseas Territories Speakers’ Conference 2025 in London. She was accompanied by Dr. Judith Baker, Director and Clerk of the Legislative Assembly, and Ms. Kei-Retta Farrell, Government of Montserrat Representative to the United Kingdom.
The conference gathered Speakers from across the Commonwealth and Overseas Territories to explore the challenges and opportunities shaping parliamentary democracy. Discussions included key topics such as artificial intelligence, legislative resilience, and digital documentation, reflecting the......
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