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Kayla Perrin Jamaican Canadian author has published more than 60 books and continues to put Black heroes and heroines at the centre of commercial romance and suspense. HAMILTON, ON — Jamaican-born, Canadian-raised author Kayla Perrin is celebrating another chapter in a publishing career spanning more than 25 years with the release of her newest novel, Her […]

Jenelle Simpson Mirror to the Mic magazine’s second issue features actress, producer and Reelworld founder Tonya Williams and explores legacy, identity, leadership and culture. TORONTO, ON — Jamaican-born Canadian publisher Jenelle Simpson is expanding her work in independent media with the second issue of Mirror to the Mic magazine, a publication created to document stories of […]

Kenya Canada Trade Mission 2026 connected Kenyan business and government representatives with Canadian partners across trade, investment and key economic sectors. TORONTO, ON  — More than 100 Kenyan business and government delegates took part in a Kenya–Canada Trade Mission this month, bringing together participants in Toronto and Ottawa to pursue partnerships, investment, market access and […]

Roots reggae star to headline Encore Live at 8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge OCHO RIOS, Jamaica — Reggae fans will have an opportunity to experience one of Jamaica’s most respected roots reggae voices in an intimate setting later this month when Richie Spice headlines Encore Live at 8 Rivaz Ultra Lounge in Ocho Rios. The event […]

Reggae icon collaborates with producer Sean Lewis Folkes on soulful new release Kingston, Jamaica – Reggae legend Marcia Griffiths is continuing her remarkable musical journey with the release of her latest single, When You Love Me, a lovers rock recording produced by Sean Lewis Folkes and released through LF Productions on June 5. The new […]

Dancehall pioneer joins rising Afro-Reggae artist Sika Rlion for Festival d’Été performance PARIS, France — Reggae and dancehall fans in France will have an opportunity to witness one of Jamaica’s most influential entertainers this summer when dancehall legend Yellowman headlines a special concert at Le Cabaret Sauvage in Paris on July 10, 2026. The performance […]

Grammy-winning dancehall star brings Caribbean vibes to Central Park with an all-star lineup NEW YORK — Grammy-winning Jamaican entertainer Shaggy is set to headline one of New York City’s premier summer music events when Shaggy’s Yaad Live takes over Central Park’s iconic SummerStage on Thursday, July 9, 2026. Presented in association with Capital One City […]

Sunday Best Exhibition Examines Fashion, Identity, Resistance, and Self-Expression from the 1880s to Today TORONTO, ON — The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) is set to explore the history, influence, and cultural significance of Black fashion with a major new exhibition opening this fall. Sunday Best: The Power & The Glory of Black Style, on […]

Barbados and Guyana will allow citizens to travel between the two countries using only national ID cards beginning July 1, 2026. BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – In a significant step toward deeper Caribbean integration, citizens of Barbados and Guyana will soon be able to travel between the two countries using only their national identification cards. The new […]

Barbados Public Health Laboratory designated a PAHO/WHO Collaborating Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance. BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – Barbados has achieved a significant milestone in public health after the Best Dos Santos Public Health Laboratory was designated a Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) / World Health Organization (WHO) Collaborating Centre for Antimicrobial Resistance Surveillance. The international recognition […]