Jamaica

Country Jamaica
Capital Kingston
Continent North America(Central America)
Currency Jamaican dollar(JMD)
Languages English(Jamaican English) & Jamaican Patois

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The island - discovered by Christopher COLUMBUS in 1494 - was settled by the Spanish early in the 16th century. The native Taino Indians, who had inhabited Jamaica for centuries, were gradually exterminated and replaced by African slaves. England seized the island in 1655 and established a plantation economy based on sugar, cocoa, and coffee. The abolition of slavery in 1834 freed a quarter million slaves, many of whom became small farmers. Jamaica gradually obtained increasing independence from Britain. In 1958 it joined other British Caribbean colonies in forming the Federation of the West Indies. Jamaica gained full independence when it withdrew from the Federation in 1962. Deteriorating economic conditions during the 1970s led to recurrent violence as rival gangs affiliated with the major political parties evolved into powerful organized crime networks involved in international drug smuggling and money laundering. Violent crime, drug trafficking, and poverty pose significant challenges to the government today. Nonetheless, many rural and resort areas remain relatively safe and contribute substantially to the economy.

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Jamaica - Wikipedia
Jamaica - CIA World Fact Book
Jamaica - BBC
Jamaica - National Geographic
Jamaica - Timeline - BBC

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World Athletics Championships Tokyo 25: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson lead Jamaican women's sprint charge — Full schedule and how to watch live - Olympics.comWorld Athletics Championships Tokyo 25: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce and Shericka Jackson lead Jamaican women's sprint charge — Full schedule and how to watch live  Olympics.com

Jamaica beats Trinidad and Tobago in FIFA World Cup 2026 CONCACAF qualifiers; Curacao beats Bermuda - SportstarJamaica beats Trinidad and Tobago in FIFA World Cup 2026 CONCACAF qualifiers; Curacao beats Bermuda  Sportstar

‘I was at a nightclub in Jamaica when Vijay Mallya and Anil Kumble called..’: Chris Gayle recalls story of RCB signing in 2011 - The Indian Express‘I was at a nightclub in Jamaica when Vijay Mallya and Anil Kumble called..’: Chris Gayle recalls story of RCB signing in 2011  The Indian Express

'I Was At A Nightclub In Jamaica...': Chris Gayle Reveals Story Behind RCB Callup - News18'I Was At A Nightclub In Jamaica...': Chris Gayle Reveals Story Behind RCB Callup  News18

Why are Jamaica’s Olympic medalists switching to represent Turkey? - The Athletic - The New York TimesWhy are Jamaica’s Olympic medalists switching to represent Turkey? - The Athletic  The New York Times

Indonesia Joins France, Jamaica, Thailand, Costa Rica, Hong Kong, Morocco, Chile As Australia Issues New Travel Alert On Respecting Local Customs To Avoid Penalties - Travel And Tour WorldIndonesia Joins France, Jamaica, Thailand, Costa Rica, Hong Kong, Morocco, Chile As Australia Issues New Travel Alert On Respecting Local Customs To Avoid Penalties  Travel And Tour World

Jamaica's opposition doubles seats in final election tally - ReutersJamaica's opposition doubles seats in final election tally  Reuters

Jamaica’s Fraser-Pryce set to retire - caribbeanlife.comJamaica’s Fraser-Pryce set to retire  caribbeanlife.com

Usain Bolt backs Jamaicans to knock Noah Lyles off 100-meter throne - The Japan TimesUsain Bolt backs Jamaicans to knock Noah Lyles off 100-meter throne  The Japan Times

Jamaica loses Olympians ahead of Worlds - InsideTheGamesJamaica loses Olympians ahead of Worlds  InsideTheGames

Jamaica earns second consecutive win in WCQ - ConcacafJamaica earns second consecutive win in WCQ  Concacaf

Jamaica election results: Andrew Holness leads Labour party to third term - The GuardianJamaica election results: Andrew Holness leads Labour party to third term  The Guardian

Why This Jamaican Hotel Is a Haven for Music Lovers and Families - Oprah DailyWhy This Jamaican Hotel Is a Haven for Music Lovers and Families  Oprah Daily

Defending champions Jackson, Williams and Watson on Jamaican team for Tokyo - worldathletics.orgDefending champions Jackson, Williams and Watson on Jamaican team for Tokyo  worldathletics.org

Jamaica election: PM Andrew Holness wins rare third term - BBCJamaica election: PM Andrew Holness wins rare third term  BBC

How to watch today's Jamaica vs Trinidad & Tobago World Cup qualification game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time - Goal.comHow to watch today's Jamaica vs Trinidad & Tobago World Cup qualification game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time  Goal.com

Jamaica’s athletes head to Tokyo World Championships after dancing send-off - Olympics.comJamaica’s athletes head to Tokyo World Championships after dancing send-off  Olympics.com

Brazil Joins Argentina, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Jamaica, Denmark in Thrilling Wave of Tourists Arrival to US, Boosting Travel Trade, Is This the Biggest Surge Yet? - Travel And Tour WorldBrazil Joins Argentina, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Jamaica, Denmark in Thrilling Wave of Tourists Arrival to US, Boosting Travel Trade, Is This the Biggest Surge Yet?  Travel And Tour World

Jamaicans head to polls for election as ruling party faces corruption concerns - The GuardianJamaicans head to polls for election as ruling party faces corruption concerns  The Guardian

Jamaica Sandals and Beaches Resorts Launch Exclusive Travel Promotions - Travel And Tour WorldJamaica Sandals and Beaches Resorts Launch Exclusive Travel Promotions  Travel And Tour World

Looking for a Dream Vacation? WestJet Vacations Just Expanded with Three Resorts in Mexico and Jamaica That You Can’t Miss - Travel And Tour WorldLooking for a Dream Vacation? WestJet Vacations Just Expanded with Three Resorts in Mexico and Jamaica That You Can’t Miss  Travel And Tour World

Jamaica's Labour Party wins third term promising tax cuts - ReutersJamaica's Labour Party wins third term promising tax cuts  Reuters

National Rural School Bus Programme Rolled Out - Jamaica Information ServiceNational Rural School Bus Programme Rolled Out  Jamaica Information Service

Jamaican fast men rekindle US rivalry in men’s 4x100m - Jamaica GleanerJamaican fast men rekindle US rivalry in men’s 4x100m  Jamaica Gleaner

WestJet Vacations Adds Three New Resorts in Mexico and Jamaica - TravelPulse CanadaWestJet Vacations Adds Three New Resorts in Mexico and Jamaica  TravelPulse Canada

PHOTOS: PM and Sports Minister Attend CONCACAF World Cup Qualifier Between Jamaica and Trinidad - Jamaica Information ServicePHOTOS: PM and Sports Minister Attend CONCACAF World Cup Qualifier Between Jamaica and Trinidad  Jamaica Information Service

Usain Bolt named Jamaica Global Tourism Ambassador - Olympics.comUsain Bolt named Jamaica Global Tourism Ambassador  Olympics.com

Jamaica beat Trinidad and Tobago to stay atop CONCACAF qualifying | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahJamaica beat Trinidad and Tobago to stay atop CONCACAF qualifying | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce confident "Jamaica track and field in good hands" with young generation - Olympics.comShelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce confident "Jamaica track and field in good hands" with young generation  Olympics.com

Jamaica: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; and Staff Report - International Monetary FundJamaica: 2025 Article IV Consultation-Press Release; and Staff Report  International Monetary Fund

Usain Bolt 'not worried' about records being broken by today's cast of sprinters - Huron Daily TribuneUsain Bolt 'not worried' about records being broken by today's cast of sprinters  Huron Daily Tribune

Dozens wounded in Mexico City gas truck blast - Jamaica ObserverDozens wounded in Mexico City gas truck blast  Jamaica Observer

Jamaican Girls’ School Bans Baby Hair Edges - bet.comJamaican Girls’ School Bans Baby Hair Edges  bet.com

Jamaican National Athletics Championships 2025: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce makes women’s 100m podium, while Kishane Thompson speeds to victory in men’s 100m - Olympics.comJamaican National Athletics Championships 2025: Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce makes women’s 100m podium, while Kishane Thompson speeds to victory in men’s 100m  Olympics.com

Suddenly, Jamaica | Henry Louis Gates Jr. - nybooks.comSuddenly, Jamaica | Henry Louis Gates Jr.  nybooks.com

Jamaica Overview: Development news, research, data - World BankJamaica Overview: Development news, research, data  World Bank

COUNTRY COMES FIRST - Jamaica ObserverCOUNTRY COMES FIRST  Jamaica Observer

Row as EU parliament refuses tribute to Charlie Kirk - Jamaica ObserverRow as EU parliament refuses tribute to Charlie Kirk  Jamaica Observer

JAAA takes pressing concerns to World Athletics Congress - Jamaica ObserverJAAA takes pressing concerns to World Athletics Congress  Jamaica Observer

A welcome in Canada: Flying solo for Jamaica at the Youth Championships - World ArcheryA welcome in Canada: Flying solo for Jamaica at the Youth Championships  World Archery

Curtains Closed: Jamaican Girls School Bans Baby Hairs - Black EnterpriseCurtains Closed: Jamaican Girls School Bans Baby Hairs  Black Enterprise

Jamaica flies Independence Day flag - The Hill TimesJamaica flies Independence Day flag  The Hill Times

Usain Bolt stars in new Jamaica campaign as Global Tourism Ambassador: ‘We do big things here’ - Olympics.comUsain Bolt stars in new Jamaica campaign as Global Tourism Ambassador: ‘We do big things here’  Olympics.com

Athletics: Who is Bryan Levell? Top facts about Jamaica’s new sprinting standout - Olympics.comAthletics: Who is Bryan Levell? Top facts about Jamaica’s new sprinting standout  Olympics.com

Vaughan showcases Jamaica’s first OT program at international conferences - St. Bonaventure UniversityVaughan showcases Jamaica’s first OT program at international conferences  St. Bonaventure University

Hear At Last and GGA & Associates Successfully Conclude First Order for Portable Homes for Jamaica Project - NewsfileHear At Last and GGA & Associates Successfully Conclude First Order for Portable Homes for Jamaica Project  Newsfile

JCTU condemns interference in POA and calls for respect of international labour standards - Jamaica ObserverJCTU condemns interference in POA and calls for respect of international labour standards  Jamaica Observer

2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Jamaica - U.S. Department of State (.gov)2024 Country Reports on Human Rights Practices: Jamaica  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Jolly Ball Herding Dog Ball, 25' Collie & Australian Shepherd Jamaica Collie Ball - roarmag.orgJolly Ball Herding Dog Ball, 25' Collie & Australian Shepherd Jamaica Collie Ball  roarmag.org

Jamaican Teas Ltd : Sips of Island Bliss - Food & Beverage OutlookJamaican Teas Ltd : Sips of Island Bliss  Food & Beverage Outlook

Playing racing games can improve driving skills - Jamaica GleanerPlaying racing games can improve driving skills  Jamaica Gleaner

Today’s Horoscope – September 11 - Jamaica ObserverToday’s Horoscope – September 11  Jamaica Observer

Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Shericka Jackson, Kishane Thompson lead Team Jamaica for 2025 World Athletics Relays - Olympics.comShelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, Shericka Jackson, Kishane Thompson lead Team Jamaica for 2025 World Athletics Relays  Olympics.com

Police hunt shooter who killed Trump ally Charlie Kirk - Jamaica ObserverPolice hunt shooter who killed Trump ally Charlie Kirk  Jamaica Observer

HIV and TB Overview: Jamaica - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)HIV and TB Overview: Jamaica  Centers for Disease Control and Prevention | CDC (.gov)

‘Nobody cares’ - Jamaica Observer‘Nobody cares’  Jamaica Observer

Bahamas Joins Jamaica, Barbados, Dominica, Puerto Rico, and Cancun in New Caribbean Tourism Boom Fueled by US and Canada Tourist for Eight Consecutive Months and Expected to Grow Till End of 2025 - Travel And Tour WorldBahamas Joins Jamaica, Barbados, Dominica, Puerto Rico, and Cancun in New Caribbean Tourism Boom Fueled by US and Canada Tourist for Eight Consecutive Months and Expected to Grow Till End of 2025  Travel And Tour World

Breaking boundaries in hot pepper production in Jamaica - Food and Agriculture OrganizationBreaking boundaries in hot pepper production in Jamaica  Food and Agriculture Organization

Jamaica’s Big Bet: Turning Vulnerability into a Development Superpower - UN Sustainable Development GroupJamaica’s Big Bet: Turning Vulnerability into a Development Superpower  UN Sustainable Development Group

Cybersecurity task force needed - Jamaica ObserverCybersecurity task force needed  Jamaica Observer

Jamaica accedes to Afreximbank, strengthening ties to Global Africa - African Export-Import BankJamaica accedes to Afreximbank, strengthening ties to Global Africa  African Export-Import Bank

Farmers in Hayfield, St. Thomas, Benefit From Disaster Risk Management Training - Jamaica Information ServiceFarmers in Hayfield, St. Thomas, Benefit From Disaster Risk Management Training  Jamaica Information Service

Opinion: Transformative change or missed opportunity? Jamaica Neighborhood Plan falls short - City & State New YorkOpinion: Transformative change or missed opportunity? Jamaica Neighborhood Plan falls short  City & State New York

Dua Lipa Documents Her Pre-30th Birthday Festivities With Callum in Jamaica - Harper's BAZAARDua Lipa Documents Her Pre-30th Birthday Festivities With Callum in Jamaica  Harper's BAZAAR

Working in Jamaica for Multilateralism - Welcome to the United NationsWorking in Jamaica for Multilateralism  Welcome to the United Nations

Jamaica plan moves to next phase: DCP - Queens ChronicleJamaica plan moves to next phase: DCP  Queens Chronicle

Jamaica’s 17th-Century Port Royal Gains World Heritage Status - UNESCOJamaica’s 17th-Century Port Royal Gains World Heritage Status  UNESCO

Colombia, Costa Rica, Honduras, Mexico, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, and Beyond JetBlue’s Bold Expansion at Fort Lauderdale Elevates Travel Options to New Heights Across the Americas and Caribbean - Travel And Tour WorldColombia, Costa Rica, Honduras, Mexico, Jamaica, Dominican Republic, and Beyond JetBlue’s Bold Expansion at Fort Lauderdale Elevates Travel Options to New Heights Across the Americas and Caribbean  Travel And Tour World

‘I rep Jamaica through and through’ — Bolt on allegiance debate, Tokyo expectations - Jamaica Observer‘I rep Jamaica through and through’ — Bolt on allegiance debate, Tokyo expectations  Jamaica Observer

Conch Close Season a Tool for Sustainability – NFA - Jamaica Information ServiceConch Close Season a Tool for Sustainability – NFA  Jamaica Information Service

Jamaicans beat Trinidad and Tobago in World Cup qualifying - Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)Jamaicans beat Trinidad and Tobago in World Cup qualifying  Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha (BSS)

Musk’s title of richest person challenged by Oracle’s Ellison - Jamaica ObserverMusk’s title of richest person challenged by Oracle’s Ellison  Jamaica Observer

ICE Boston removes illegal fugitive wanted for child rape in Jamaica - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)ICE Boston removes illegal fugitive wanted for child rape in Jamaica  U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (.gov)

A timeless affair in S. Jamaica - Queens ChronicleA timeless affair in S. Jamaica  Queens Chronicle

Jamaica’s greenest parish is its best-kept secret - National GeographicJamaica’s greenest parish is its best-kept secret  National Geographic

Jamaica's government plans for new elections in accordance with constitution - ConstitutionNetJamaica's government plans for new elections in accordance with constitution  ConstitutionNet

Indian H-1B visa holder shares quick, smooth renewal experience in Jamaica - Hindustan Times - Hindustan TimesIndian H-1B visa holder shares quick, smooth renewal experience in Jamaica - Hindustan Times  Hindustan Times

PUMA'S JAMAICA INSPIRED H-STREET RETURNS IN TIME FOR NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL - PUMA USPUMA'S JAMAICA INSPIRED H-STREET RETURNS IN TIME FOR NOTTING HILL CARNIVAL  PUMA US

Jamaica’s 17th-Century Port Royal Gains World Heritage Status - UNESCO World Heritage CentreJamaica’s 17th-Century Port Royal Gains World Heritage Status  UNESCO World Heritage Centre

Freedom of the press at its lowest in 50 years — study - Jamaica ObserverFreedom of the press at its lowest in 50 years — study  Jamaica Observer

On-the-Record Briefing on Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s Travel to Jamaica, Guyana, and Suriname - U.S. Department of State (.gov)On-the-Record Briefing on Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s Travel to Jamaica, Guyana, and Suriname  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

Retro Gaad honours Mulla on new track - Jamaica ObserverRetro Gaad honours Mulla on new track  Jamaica Observer

Page 466 of 466 - Fresh News for the Neighborhood You Love - Jamaica Plain NewsPage 466 of 466 - Fresh News for the Neighborhood You Love  Jamaica Plain News

Inquest opens into Keighley woman's road death in Jamaica - BBCInquest opens into Keighley woman's road death in Jamaica  BBC

JBDC Provides Training for MSMEs in Data Privacy and Protection Practices - Jamaica Information ServiceJBDC Provides Training for MSMEs in Data Privacy and Protection Practices  Jamaica Information Service

British Olympic medallist Proud joins drug-fuelled ‘Enhanced Games’ - Jamaica ObserverBritish Olympic medallist Proud joins drug-fuelled ‘Enhanced Games’  Jamaica Observer

Camping Pillows Travel & Camping Cooling Memory Foam Pillow For Jamaica Camping Pillows For Sleeping - roarmag.orgCamping Pillows Travel & Camping Cooling Memory Foam Pillow For Jamaica Camping Pillows For Sleeping  roarmag.org

Earth Today | A call to enrich environmental advocacy - Jamaica GleanerEarth Today | A call to enrich environmental advocacy  Jamaica Gleaner

Court grants injunction in police battle - Jamaica ObserverCourt grants injunction in police battle  Jamaica Observer

Forex: $161.29 to one US dollar - Jamaica ObserverForex: $161.29 to one US dollar  Jamaica Observer

York prez officially installed in Jamaica - Queens ChronicleYork prez officially installed in Jamaica  Queens Chronicle

Jamaica travel - Lonely PlanetJamaica travel  Lonely Planet

After 50 Years of Writing, Jamaica Kincaid Insists She’s Still an Amateur - The New York TimesAfter 50 Years of Writing, Jamaica Kincaid Insists She’s Still an Amateur  The New York Times

Ethiopia to inaugurate Africa’s biggest dam - Jamaica ObserverEthiopia to inaugurate Africa’s biggest dam  Jamaica Observer

Jamaica Launches First Ever Health Labour Market Analysis in Latin America and the Caribbean to Address its Health Workforce Challenges - Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)Jamaica Launches First Ever Health Labour Market Analysis in Latin America and the Caribbean to Address its Health Workforce Challenges  Pan American Health Organization (PAHO)

Charge fee for campaign material posting, clean-up - Jamaica ObserverCharge fee for campaign material posting, clean-up  Jamaica Observer

Jamaica: How Investments in Disaster Resilience Helped Protect Communities - World BankJamaica: How Investments in Disaster Resilience Helped Protect Communities  World Bank

Allan ‘Skill’ Cole is dead - Jamaica ObserverAllan ‘Skill’ Cole is dead  Jamaica Observer

BPD in the Community: District E-13 Joined Jamaica Plain Community for Free Salsa Dance Lessons - Boston Police Department (.gov)BPD in the Community: District E-13 Joined Jamaica Plain Community for Free Salsa Dance Lessons  Boston Police Department (.gov)

Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk shot at US university - Jamaica ObserverRight-wing activist Charlie Kirk shot at US university  Jamaica Observer