Jamaicans in Dubai

I realize that I have an audience in the Arab Emraites, who would have known that there are Jamaicans there as well.

As that country undergoes some major change no doubt Jamaicans are there helping them build, similar to the way we help the Panama Canal.

The question has to be asked though; "When we will stop helping others build, and actually build something for ourselves worth recognizing?"

We have built a reputaion for ourseles for sure. Presently anywhere the Jamaican is there is gang violence, but surely there is more to us than that as a people.

Where is the Jamaican that will blaze a trail like our fore fathers. like the great Margus Garvey who founded a black liberties movement.

Is there no one left with such great vision. Truly if such a leader were to rise to the front he/she would have a great following. This is one of the greatest shortages in the whole wide world.

Jamaican Made up words

Here are some words that I think are going to make it to the general population one day.

The words are not vulgar but definitely made up. As I hear more I will definitely add them. If you have or know of any let me have them in the comments below.

I found it most interesting that there is a place that has a similar name to Indibungy. It is a place in India that does bungee jumping. I thought this was very interesting.

There is the word Gazeebo, which sounds and almost spells like Gajeebo, but the meanings are totally different.

I will keep looking for interesting words, but for now I will jot down those that I know here.

Word	Pronunciation	Meaning
Indibungy	In-di-boon-gee	Stupid person
Gajeebos	Gah-gee- bus	World of Craziness

Jamaican War Rumours

In the wake of recent war threats from President Trump (2020), there a cry from Jamaica that all families living in the states should come back home.

But this is not a practical suggestion.

What would happen if every Jamaican really decides to go back to Jamaica? Would the country be benefitted or destroyed?

If it were possible for every Jamaican to carry back their wealth acquired abroad to Jamaica, maybe the country would be benefitted, but how do you take up a business and its customers? How do you take up your reputation? How do you take up all the property you have acquired?

Yes, there is UPS and FedEx, but it would probably cost too much to have all property shipped. In addition, there are relationships and bonds that have been created, and there is no leaving those.

I guess the old statement is true, Make your bed well, because you're the same one that is going to lie in it. 

These Jamaicans have chosen to make their beds in the U.S. so whatever comes with the U.S. they have to simply take it. (for better or worse)

Jamaicans Deportees

Jamaicans the world over are sent back to Jamaica for crimes that they commit abroad. Sometimes the crimes are heinous murders, but sometimes the crime is just being in the country illegally.

There are many that are being sent back to the country, for the latter crime. Some thought they would have been able to make a life for themselves in these foreign countries, but their expectations were met with bitter disappointment.

To add insult to injury, there are some who were brought to the U.S. as youngsters, but because their parents never managed to straighten out themselves, these children grew up without documentation and some are sent back as adults, to Jamaica.

Now, these are total misfits. The country that they grew up in is not their home country, and the one for which they have their nationality is foreign to them. 

I don't know which is worse, give sanctuary to all who get to the borders of the US or send back all to their country of origin who don't have documentation.

To not have rules and allow everyone that comes to the U.S. to stay, would crush the infrastructure. Just think on a smaller scale, if I were to allow all the people that I meet with a sob story, to come to live in my house because they consider me prosperous, would deplete all my resources.

However, sending everybody back is not the solution also either.

What do you think is the solution to this problem? Is there a solution?  

Jamaican repatriation

According to the definition I found "repatriation" is a sending back of a person to their native country. Emphasis on send.

Growing up I always heard about a repatriation to Africa. I believe this is the case because it is trumpeted that this is where most black people in the Caribbean have originated. One of our heroes, Marcus Garvey is responsible in part for ths movement. However the present black people in Jamaica are so removed from Africa, that should they be sent back, there is no life there for them.

Africa still till this day is not listed as one of the first world countries, and all the news that emanate from the country seems to be bad. The Jamaicans that have acquired some means, have visited the country, but have they came right back to Jamaica. This because they are Jamaicans at heart, and not Africans, as we have been come to be branded.

 In past months there was the threat of war and Iran bombing the US. There was a cry for all Jamaicans to return home to the island. However, here is the challenge. There are so many Jamaicans that have left the island, I believe there are more abroad than there are in the island. Also, most have started families, in the country of abode, do they leave those families and go back to Jamaica empty?

I think not. If for a moment a significant amount of Jamacasns were to return, and this is on top of all those that have been deported, the island's infrastrature would be crushed. We need to stop.

Jamaican History

We have come to accept what is written in the history books as history, but history is more like a story told by the victors. I bet if you ask the victims you get a different story.

Despite Columbus' expedition failed expedition to find India by sailing west, the people with whom he came in contact, till this day are still called Indians.

If only all these people were hostile and killed the few European settlers emigrating on boats, the history books would read differently today.

Jamaica would be the land of the indigenous people.

What interesting things do you know about Jamaica's history which contradicts what is written in the formal history books?

Jamaican Gas stations 2

How about Jamaican owned Gas stations abroad? Do you know of any?

I know Jamaicans are keen business people, and seem to be dominating the food industry, but what about gas stations?

Jamaican Car Wash

Here is a novel idea.  I do not know of any Jamaican-owned Car washes, i.e. apart from the mobile vehicles that go around and do car washes. Do you know any? List them below if you do.

You can also send me a picture of your business and I will even highlight it here. If that is asking too much, you can also upload your image to google and send me the URL for the image.

Jamaicans slangs in Great Britain

How can I forget the mother country? The one from which we gained our independence. Just typing the name I picture Queen Elizabeth and Charles, and I can almost hear their British accent echoing in my ear.

I know that Jamaicans are very much present there. I remember as a child there was a program that allows Brits to send greeting to their family back home.

I contacted my friend in Canada and the feedback was not good.

Is the Jamaican population creating havoc there in Great Britain as well; or is there a good report?

Jamaican words

Apart from the curse words there are a few words that I beleive is totally Jamaican

Here are a few,  le tme know if you think I should add a few more.

Kata: the piece of material places on your head to balance a weight.

I overheard two old women speaking recently and they wer etalking about taking a path. The other was criticising the time the other took to bathe. Her response was 

I don't pala pala, I bathe properly. The meaning can be derived from what was said, but i will list it any way.

Pala pala:  adjective used to describe  something improperly, or lackadaisically 

Word	Pronunciation	Meaning
Crep		sneakers
Mareena	Mar-eena	Tank Top
Tumb		Fist / Punch
Choops		Kiss
currant		electricity

Jamaicans in China

I know there are Jamaicans in China, given the rich Chinese presence and heritage in Jamaica. I wonder how are they faring with the Corona Virus outbreak.

Any comments?

I was sent this video, what are your thoughts?

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A Jamaican living in China said this, 

I woke up today to see that Jamaica has reported it's first eight case of Covid-19. As someone who has been living in China during the epidemic, I know Jamaica cannot implement all of the same precautions as China to contain it. Not because of our government, but because of differences in residential structures and technology. But here is what you can do as an individual, in addition to washing your hands:

1. When you get home, leave your shoes at a designated spot. Don't walk around inside your house with shoes you wore to go out.

2. Change your clothes when you get home, especially if you took the bus/maxi/taxi. 

3. Wipe down groceries/shopping bags with disinfectant wet wipes or Lysol. Wash fruits and vegetables properly before eating them, especially things like lettuce which we eat raw.

4. Don't use AC often since it circulates the air. Same for AC in cars and especially taxis! Here in China, we are encouraged to ventilate offices and homes every day. Keep windows open, let fresh air come in.

5. Strengthen immunity, get Vitamin B and C supplements.  Eat more fruits and veggies. 

6. Please take extra precautions if you have to go to the airport to meet relatives/friends who are flying into the country! Airport bathrooms - not a good idea!

7.  Sanitize hands/wash them after handling money, like when you go to the market and exchange a lot of bills and when you get back change from taxi drivers. 

8. Clean your car! Wipe down the seats, spray a little Lysol. Even if you don't give anybody a drop, don't you go to work and sit in the office? Don't you go to the grocery and lean up against the cashier lane? Plus, sometimes the groceries go in the backseat. Contamination can happen like this. 

Finally, if you catch Covid-19, don't think of it as the end of the world. Take your pharmacy meds and bush medicine, quarantine yourself, and chill. Make a joke about it. Laughing about the situation is better than being depressed about it. You is ah Jamaican! Jamaicans are strong people! Nuff love

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The Jamaican response to Corona virus

What is this?

How to fight corona

Here is the link for Jamaica's government response to the Coronavirus

Is the Virus really new?

Woman with the virus seeks to infect people.

Jamaicans in Australia

I know that there are Jamaicans all over the world. It would be interesting to know what the Jamaican in Australia is doing.

Please share pictures and videos of what life is like for a Jamaican in Australia.

Some posted this vlog, let me know what you think.

jamaican fishing

I was going to tell a tale of a man fishing from a bamboo raft, but then I decided that you all should share your stories instead.

I know some of you use fishing pots, please share.

Jamaican Golf

of all the sports, I thin

Jamaican Bob Sled - Team

There can be no mention of this topic and the movie cool runnings is not mentioned. If you haven't watched it, I strongly recommend you do so.

Jamaican historical sites

Jamaica has a rich history, of buccaneers and pirates. I will post more soon.

Port Royal

Rose Hall - White house

Jamaican Rum

Jamaican Coffee

I need to do some research on this one. A more meaningful post is coming. In the meantime enjoy this video.

Jamaican runners

Jamaica is known for various things, but in recent times it is known for its athletes especially their runners.

Usain Bolt has set many records for upcoming athletes to beat.

I am not much of a sports fan, and apart from this one athlete mentioned above, I don't know any others.


In my time it was Donald Quarrie

and Merlene Ottey

who were the ones to watch, but our runners have changed so much since then.

Who can you name from memory? Do you even know these runners?