Suriname former president put on Interpol list

Suriname former president put on Interpol list

Three months have passed since the disappearance of former military strongman and ex-President Desi Bouterse, along with his trusted bodyguard, Iwan Dijksteel. Suriname’s authorities have now escalated the search for them by enlisting the help of Interpol, urging the public to provide any information leading to their arrest. Bouterse, aged 78, was due to commence […]

Compugen’s donation to Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement empowers future innovators

Compugen’s donation to Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement empowers future innovators

In a significant move to empower Black students in the field of technology, Compugen Inc., Canada’s premier technology company, has donated a suite of state-of-the-art equipment to the Toronto District School Board’s (TDSB) Centre of Excellence for Black Student Achievement. The donation aims to enhance the Centre’s Collaborative Inquiry Room, providing students with the tools […]

Saint Kitts and Nevis commemorates Victims of Transatlantic Slave Trade

Saint Kitts and Nevis commemorates Victims of Transatlantic Slave Trade

The Organization of American States (OAS) Permanent Council held a special sitting on March 25, 2024, to commemorate the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. The event, themed ‘Global Freedom: Emancipate yourself from mental slavery,’ marked the end of the VII Inter-American Week for People of African Descent in […]

Caribbean theatre evolving in Toronto

Caribbean theatre evolving in Toronto

By Stephen Weir We are witnessing a transformative period in Toronto’s theatre scene. Seasoned Caribbean Canadian actors and actresses secure roles in stage plays, often requiring them to adopt African accents at the Soulpepper Theatre. Just last week at the Tarragon Theatre, a Governor General prize-winning playwright, originally from the Grenadines, debuted a pair of […]

The triumph of Cuban Festival of Books

The triumph of Cuban Festival of Books

435 representatives from 56 nations participated, a figure that once again broke the record of participating countries In the most difficult circumstances, Cuba will always try to make its greatest celebration of literature a possible celebration. This will of the State was endorsed, in Santiago de Cuba, at the closing of the 32nd edition of […]

T&T’s violinist Andrė J. Donawa promises an enchanting evening for Torontonians 

T&T’s violinist Andrė J. Donawa promises an enchanting evening for Torontonians 

Trinidad & Tobago’s Andrė J. Donawa, a renowned violinist, producer, composer, and entrepreneur, is poised to captivate Canadian audiences with his inaugural performance on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at Toronto’s Saints Peter and Paul Banquet Hall. Donawa’s musical journey began at age of 8. Under the guidance of Mr. Anselm Walters, he went on to […]

Perceived lesbian from Jamaica granted protection

Perceived lesbian from Jamaica granted protection

By Sukhram Ramkissoon Paula (not her real name) is a citizen of Jamaica and claimed protection in Canada, alleging that she fears gang members and the community in Jamaica, for being perceived as a lesbian. The Refugee Protection Division (RPD) denied her claim in December 2023, on the basis that she was not credible, nor […]

Jamaica’s workers get a significant wage boost

Jamaica’s workers get a significant wage boost

In a notable development, Jamaica’s national minimum wage is poised for a significant boost, with a 15 percent increase set to raise it from $13,000 to $15,000 per week for a standard 40-hour work week. This adjustment, slated to come into effect on June 1, 2024, heralds a welcome improvement in the earnings of the […]

‘Juici Patties’ coming to a place near you

‘Juici Patties’ coming to a place near you

Juici Patties, the renowned Jamaican-owned fast-food chain, made a triumphant debut in Hollywood, Florida, with its inaugural store opening. Within just one day, the store’s entire inventory vanished, a testament to the overwhelming support received from eager patrons. Expressing gratitude for the unprecedented support, Juici Patties conveyed heartfelt appreciation to its customers for devouring what […]

Atlanta Caribbean Carnival 2024 set for US Memorial Day Weekend

Atlanta Caribbean Carnival 2024 set for US Memorial Day Weekend

Celebrating the colourful Caribbean culture and the essence of unity, the forthcoming annual festival pledges an extraordinary experience for individuals from all walks of life. Scheduled for the Memorial Day Weekend (May 26 – 29), the 37th Atlanta Caribbean Carnival eagerly anticipates the convergence of communities, artists, and enthusiasts from the Caribbean diaspora and beyond. […]

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