Jamaica Observer

Jamaica Observer Limited is a daily newspaper based in Kingston, Jamaica. It was established by Butch Stewart in January 1993 to compete with The Gleaner, the country's oldest daily newspaper. The founding editor, Desmond Allen, currently serves as the executive editor for operations. Initially launched as a weekly publication in March 1993, the Jamaica Observer transitioned to daily printing in December 1994. In 2004, the newspaper celebrated its tenth anniversary by relocating to a larger facility. At its inception, it became the fourth national newspaper in Jamaica.

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Miss Global Jamaica 2025 pays courtesy visit to Holness

1 week ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

Miss Global Jamaica 2025 and first runner-up at Miss Global 2025, Keri-Ann Greenwood says she is appreciative of Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness’ perspective on mental illness. The beauty queen, who made a courtesy call at Jamaica House on Tuesday, told Observer Online that she appreciates the prime imnister’s “genuine eagerness” over the issue.
Damian Marley, Sean Paul feature on Billboard’s 100 Best Songs of 2005 list

1 week ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

Twenty years ago, Welcome to Jamrock by Damian ‘Jr Gong’ Marley and We Be Burnin by Sean Paul, were tearing up charts in America and Europe. Both songs, which have earned multiple music certifications, are ranked among the 100 Best Songs of 2005, released by Billboard magazine on April 15. Welcome to Jamrock, which won the Grammy Award in 2006 for Best Urban/Alternative Performance, is ranked at #25 on the Billboard list.
12 compete for Miss Universe Jamaica Central title, coronation set for April 26

1 week ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

Although it has been a challenge to attract sponsors, the coronation of Miss Universe Jamaica Central, one of the regional pageants in the Miss Universe Jamaica national pageant, is scheduled to take place on Saturday, April 26 at the Golf View hotel in Mandeville. Twelve young ladies representing the parishes of St Elizabeth, Manchester and Clarendon, are competing for the title. According to pageant manager, Trilisa Walker, the finalists are quite diverse.
Trapped between hustle and hope

1 week ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Shawn Smith

Jamaica’s youth are increasingly trapped in an economic paradox, high educational attainment in some sectors coexisting with persistent unemployment, underemployment, and an overwhelming reliance on the informal economy. The Statistical Institute of Jamaica (Statin) reported in 2023 that youth unemployment stood at 17.2 per cent, more than double the national average, with female youth particularly disadvantaged.
Producer Ajal excited about new project

3 weeks ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

Even though it took some time to be completed, Producer Ajal is happy with the way his latest project, Predominant Riddim, turned out. The US-based producer worked with established names as well as up-and-coming acts to produce a project he feels is Grammy worthy. “We definitely will be submitting this project for the Grammy. Hopefully, we will make it to final albums in the reggae category. Working with these artistes was a joy and putting together these tracks made the process even easier.
Jah Single blames ‘manipulation of media’ for negative music - Jamaica Observer

3 weeks ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

Emerging Florida-based reggae artiste Jah Single believes that the negative music which has taken over radio and the dancehall spaces is caused by what he says is a manipulation of the media. The recording artiste, who is currently promoting the song Cold World, made the assertion in an interview with Observer Online on Friday. “I believe that the proliferation of negative music is a collective effort between the industry and the consumers.
Yung Bredda ready to excite at GenXS Road March

4 weeks ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

The annual soca season locally will reach its peak on April 27 with the GenXS Road March featuring Kes and the Band and soca star Yung Bredda in an exclusive performance on the Smirnoff Kingdom of the Sun x GenXS Sound Stage. Observer Online caught up with Yung Bredda while he was on the island last weekend and he said that soca fans are in for a treat. “You can expect a hardcore performance, excitement and vibes,” said Yung Bredda.
JUNO nominee Lazah Current takes AI to task

1 month ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

Over the past few years, the conversation surrounding Artificial Intelligence (AI) has gotten louder in various quarters. JUNO-nominated and Canada-based reggae artiste Lazah Current has added his voice to the conversation with the release of the song titled AI. Released in February, AI is a co-production between LR Productions and Lazah Records. “There have been many conversations disseminating the many ideas and benefits of AI over the years.
Dr Love signs Lavisch

1 month ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

Having scored global success with singer Nigy Boy, artiste manager Dr Love has signed a new act to his roster, recording artiste Lavisch. “Lavisch is very talented, her writing skills are good and she is focused on what she wants. She is also good for the brand, she’s aggressive and I believe in her and the product,” Dr Love told Observer Online on the weekend.
Nickoy Davis, Ashley Richards crowned Mr and Ms CMU

1 month ago | jamaicaobserver.com | Kevin Jackson

Ashley Richards and Nickoy Davis, both 22 years of age, are the new Mr and Ms CMU titleholders. They were crowned Saturday night in a coronation show that took place at the Caribbean Maritime University courtyard at Palisadoes in east Kingston. The show ran for over five hours. Richards, who is from St Ann, said she was surprised at her win. “I am still in shock. I never expected to win,” the Logistics and Supply Chain Management student told Observer Online shortly after being crowned.