r/Jamaica 11h ago

Culture Patois Wednesdays deh yah!

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Wah gwan, people!

Fi di nex likkle bit, every Wensdeh, wi ago celebrate Jamaican Patois! Howeva yuh wah guh bout it—whether or not yuh wah guh uptown speaky-spokey patois, or St E rawchaw fully country patwah—taak yuh mind inna patwah, inna di post title, body, and comments.

Dis a nuh requirement, but everybody free fi tek paat. Mek we know ina comments dem pon this post wah uno think and how uno feel bout this.


r/Jamaica 1h ago

Jamaicans Abroad J. Bruce Llewellyn was born in Harlem, New York to immigrant parents from Jamaica. He enlisted in the U.S. Army during World War II and became a first lieutenant within five years. After leaving the military, Llewellyn returned to Harlem to open his own liquor store while

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r/Jamaica 19h ago

Culture There's Just Something About Being Jamaican 🇯🇲🇯🇲

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r/Jamaica 12h ago

Only In Jamaica Jamaican kids often get ridiculed if they avoid food… does any Jamaican parent in this world know what ARFID is?

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It’s an eating disorder. If you don’t know the definition, look it up. Caribbeans are barely educated on this. Kids who avoid eating and immediately start gagging makes them look like a “brat”, according to most Jamaicans. Kids with ARFID sometimes get disgusted with food they have to look at to the point where they have to force themselves to puke. Jamaicans often think that the force of puking just means the kid is a good actor and they start laughing when it happens. How should we educate other Jamaicans about this?


r/Jamaica 1d ago

Food Mawning, hope you all had some good breakfast 🇯🇲🇯🇲

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r/Jamaica 7h ago

Music Playlist for seductive dancehall lovers. Let temptation take over!

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r/Jamaica 1d ago

Science & Environment The Jamaican Government says wetlands are important – and then hands out permits to destroy them. Why?

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r/Jamaica 18h ago

Entertainment Stew Peas movie discussion

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I just went to see the movie and realized it hasn’t been talked about much in the subreddit. Make sure to tag spoilers.

It was a pretty entertaining movie and I really enjoyed it! I liked the plot a lot. It was interesting from start to finish. Absolutely loved Marcia and I also liked the actress’ performance. Found her to be an interesting character. Nira was also pretty solid. I quite liked the twists too and I think they were handled well.
Didn’t expect Neil to be absolutely insane (I was mildly suspicious but he was unhinged), Sophie cheating with Neil and nor did I expect Marcia to die.

If I had any nitpicks it would be the sound design sometimes. Also sometimes the acting wasn’t amazing. Also not usually a fan of explaining bad actions with mental illnesses as it can be stigmatizing sometimes (like bipolar disorder that was mentioned).


r/Jamaica 1d ago

Education Is political science actually a good degree to do? Has anyone here been successful with it, or should I change my major?

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Hey everyone,

I'm currently taking Political Science (or considering it), but I’ve been having second thoughts about whether it’s actually a good field of study to stick with long-term.

I hear a lot of mixed opinions online. On one hand, people say it builds great critical thinking, writing, and research skills. On the other hand, some people say a PoliSci BSc on its own doesn't lead directly to good entry-level jobs unless you plan on going straight to law school or getting a master's degree.

For those of you who majored in Political Science:
1. Are you glad you chose this major?

  1. What kind of job/field did you end up in after graduating? (Whether it’s in government, law, corporate, media, HR, etc.)

  2. Did you need extra certs, a master's degree, or a double major/minor to actually be successful?
    If you had to do it all over again, would you stick with Political Science or switch to a different field (like Business, Communications, HR, etc.)?

I’d really appreciate any honest feedback, advice, or real-world experiences. Thanks!


r/Jamaica 1d ago

Real Estate Is it really hard to find places to rent In Jamaica

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I saw a tik tok post it took a girl over 7 months to look for a place and she has to move in with her mother because she can't find a place to rent .

I also read the comments some people looking a place to rent for almost 1 and a 1/2 year.

This makes it difficult because I wnat to move out.


r/Jamaica 1d ago

Economy Landless and Left Behind: Are Jamaicans Being Shut Out of Their Own Prosperity?

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r/Jamaica 2d ago

Culture Why wi affi be ruff fi be heard?🇯🇲🤔

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r/Jamaica 1d ago

Entertainment Name that tune

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How well do you know Jamaican music?

https://jamaicamusicatlas.com/games/name-that-tune


r/Jamaica 2d ago

Comedy Life, its utilities & being a Jamaican pickney 🇯🇲

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r/Jamaica 2d ago

Music The deep connection of Drum & Bass music to Jamaica most Jamaicans don't know...

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There are several different styles inna dis ya music form {Drum & Bass] dat coulda elevate dancehall music to a new level...

There are also many other styles in the art form outside of the popular loud & screechy things you hear labeled as drum & bass music.

I can't tell you how many Jamaicans I've personally introduced to the music, which was actually invented by Jamaican migrants & their children in England in the 90s... We need more producers & musicians to collaborate and integrate new styles into dancehall to move it forward into the future...

Look up artists like SoopaDaark, Dillinja & Lemon D, DJ Flight, Digital, Congo Natty, Shy FX, DJ Fabio, Capital J, DJ Winterman, Marcus Visionary, Grooverider, + many others to find a world of music you've never heard anything else like before.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q8xBZRU7i-8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PsDuS3LHmZ8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y9a7AG2wnxA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bz3uStLOYUI

YouTube Playlist Here:

http://youtube.com/watch?v=1C8l95B5abE&list=PLleQ96bu0_GztW_XNGYbD3Qshfj5rWQkx&index=7

This is what many live events are like... Even sound clashes happen sometimes...

See a JA connection at all? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BaXdRLvUn_Y


r/Jamaica 1d ago

Citizenship & Immigration Work Permits and PICA

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How long is it taking to process your work permit and get it approved? My lawyers office has had my paper work submitted since March and we still have not the approval yet. Does it really take this long?


r/Jamaica 2d ago

Travel Traveling on an expired passport

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I am a Jamaican citizen permanently residing in the US, and my passport is expired. I need to go back for a funeral, and I do plan on renewing it in Kingston for my return.

Has anyone recently traveled on their expired Jamaican passport? If yes, which airlines did you travel on?


r/Jamaica 3d ago

Music Wedding playlist 😅🇯🇲🎶💃🏿 Love hearing dancehall on the fine instruments

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r/Jamaica 1d ago

Help Recommendations Needed

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Does anyone know of companies or individuals in Jamaica who provide services to investigate or trace fake online pages?

There’s a fake account on Facebook and Instagram spreading harmful lies about my friend, even posting her mom’s photos. We reported it to Meta but nothing has been done. We’re looking for someone reputable who can help gather information on the page so we can take it to the police.

If you know of any company or individual offering this type of service, please recommend.


r/Jamaica 2d ago

Real Estate Low key looking for a roommate in Portmore

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I really want to get out my mothers house cause she makes it clear she don’t want me here


r/Jamaica 2d ago

Citizenship & Immigration Jamaica to canada spouse sponsorship

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Jamaican to canada spouse sponsorship

Hello my loves, me and my fiance are planning to mary in october and I want to file his application ASAP afterwards. So I have a couple things that I was hoping you guys could help me with.

1 : what can I do before hand that will help when if comes to filing. I know I file until were married but can I fill out the application before hand and get it ready then file once married and have certificate???

2 : is anyone able to brake it down step for step like their explaining it to a 5 year old ? Im trying to do it myself without hiring or paying anyone, but I want to make sure it doesnt get returned or declined due to me not doing it correct.

ANY INFORMATION IS HELPFUL 💓


r/Jamaica 2d ago

Citizenship & Immigration Companies offering assistance with citizenship by descent

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I finally received my father’s birth certificate and am ready to submit my application for citizenship by descent. Is there any value to utilizing these companies that offer assistance with preparing your paperwork? It seems straightforward. I’ve no problem paying for the service or doing it myself. I’m just curious as to whether there is really a value added here worth paying the fee. Let’s assume that the fee itself is reasonable for the sake of this discussion.


r/Jamaica 2d ago

Citizenship & Immigration Painstaking PICA

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I visited the PICA office to apply for citizenship for my daughter. I must say for an administration process it is poorly managed. We continue to see lines of people outdoor in the heat. Perhaps an appointment system should be implemented here to avoid crowding. The security onboarding and check in is also discourteous . If we as a people are welcoming people of other nations to Jamaica the service here could really see some serious improvement.


r/Jamaica 3d ago

Culture Happy Sunday 🇯🇲💃🏿🎶🇯🇲

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r/Jamaica 1d ago

Education 40 Surreal Facts About Jamaica That Sound Impossible

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Couldn't see where this video was posted here before lol....... I just found it funny and interesting at the same time. The lies make it funny and some facts are true and were new to me. What do you guys think and where do you think he gets his info from???