Category Archives: Not Music Related

Jamaica’s Covid-19 Restrictions Extended For Another Two Weeks

Posted on September 1, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Please see below a statement made by Andrew Holness, the Prime Minister of Jamaica, in a press briefing held earlier this evening (Sept. 1).

“The existing no-movement days will be continued for another two weeks. Therefore, there will be six no-movement days:
Sunday, September 5th
Monday, September 6th
Tuesday, September 7th
Sunday, September 12th
Monday, September 13th
Tuesday, September 14th

The normal curfew hours will be 7 PM nightly until 5 AM the following morning on Wednesdays to Fridays; and 6 PM on Saturdays.

To allow persons to prepare for the three consecutive no-movement days, on Friday, September 3rd and Friday, September 10th, 2021, workplaces / businesses will be required to close at midday. The list of workplaces / businesses which will not have to close at midday remains the same as the last two weeks of no-movement days.”

Jamaica’s Prime Minister Announces Seven No Movement Days To Curb COVID-19 Surge

Posted on August 20, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Prime Minister, the Most Hon. Andrew Holness, has announced seven no movement days in a bid to curb the latest surge in coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Jamaica.

Those days are Sunday, August 22; Monday, August 23; Tuesday, August 24; Sunday, August 29; Monday, August 30; Tuesday, August 31; and Sunday, September 5.

Tightening of the curfews, which form part of the Government’s infection prevention and control measures, are also aimed at reducing hospitalisations and deaths.

The new measures come as the virus’ more transmissible Delta variant was confirmed to be present in Jamaica.

^{Source: Jamaican Information Service}

Tighter Covid Related Restrictions Goes In Effect In Jamaica Tomorrow (@AndrewHolnessJM @OPMJamaica)

Posted on August 10, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

At a press briefing held last evening, Jamaica’s prime minister Andrew Holness issued a list of tighter restrictions aimed at combating the spread of the corona virus. The new regulations will go in effect on August 11th, 2021.

The updated curfew hours during the week, Monday to Friday, will be 7PM to 5AM the following morning. On Saturdays it will be 6PM to 5AM and on Sundays it’s 2PM to 5AM. Additionally, all events, large and small, are strictly prohibited.

These new measures will be in effect until the end of August (31st).

The PRYDE Foundation Awards Scholarship To Jamaican Student

Posted on August 8, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

The PRYDE Foundation, which is a 501c3 non-profit organization that offers mentorship, technical training and career development resources to at-risk youth, has awarded a financial scholarship to Jamaican student Rodget Faith Hylton.

Ten year old Hylton, who comes from a low income family, was referred to the institution as an ideal candidate for both mentorship and monetary aid. In an interview, the head of The PRYDE Foundation, Lafayette Hamilton, stated that “they don’t normally take on students at Rodget’s age, but based on her circumstances an exception was made.”

In addition to the financial assistance that she will receive, Rodget will also get ongoing counselling from members of The PRYDE Foundation; as the overall objective is to help her to become a better person in life.

Because the organization is based in Houston, Texas, they have assigned the ambassadorship role to dancehall recording artist Karamanti, who will be awarding the scholarship to Rodget’s mother in Kingston, Jamaica this month.

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PRYDE FOUNDATION

Sizzla’s “Crank Up Bike Show” Set For Trelawny Stadium Tomorrow

Posted on July 30, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Tomorrow, Saturday, July 31st, Sizzla Kalonji and his crew will host the Crank Up Bike Show at the Trelawny Stadium. It will feature two of the country’s most entertaining bike crews: Rush Riders and the Crank Up Riders. Music will be provided by Screaming Target, Mop Head, Fready, Tarek and others.

This is a paid event; entrance fee for adults is $1,000 JMD, while for kids it’s $500. Food and refreshments will also be on sale. All patrons are being asked to wear their mask.

Andrew Holness Tightens Restrictions Across Jamaica As Covid-19 Cases Increase

Posted on July 26, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

In a media briefing held on the evening of Monday, July 26th, Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, announced that due to the rise in the number of covid-19 cases across the island the government will have to implement tighter restrictions.

That being said, effective Tuesday, July 27th, the new curfew hours are: Mondays to Saturdays 8PM to 5AM the following morning and on Sundays and public holidays it’s 3PM to 5AM the following morning.

For beaches and rivers the new curfew hours are as follows: from Mondays to Saturdays it’s 6AM to 4PM, while on Sundays it’s 6AM to 2PM. Capacity limits for churches, bars, small events etc. will be reduced to 50%. These new measures will be in effect for the next two weeks.

Ragashanti Is The Latest Popular Radio Personality To Join The Bridge 99FM (@thebridge99fm)

Posted on July 24, 2021 by Maria Jackson 27 Magazine

Controversial Jamaican radio broadcaster/entertainer Dr. Kingsley ‘Ragashanti’ Stewart is now an official member of the fast rising Bridge 99FM.

Ragga, who recently relocated from Florida to New York City will broadcast virtually from The Bridge’s New York studios. He will join Richie B, Nikki Z, Prof Donna Hope, comedian Oliver Samuels, Kurt ‘Party Animal’ Riley, selector/producer Rory Stone Love and Rev Jr Tucker who were previously announced as members of the Bridge, 99FM team. Stewart will host the program ‘Ragashanti Live’.

The Bridge will allow Ragashanti, a former lecturer at the University of the West Indies (UWI) the opportunity to reconnect with thousands of fans and supporters at home and in the Jamaican/Caribbean Diaspora. His unapologetically talk-show explores the Jamaican concept of mix up and blenda: the entertaining presentation of humorous events from the lives of people. His mix up and blenda style – along with his signature beating the tambourine – engages callers on a range of ‘outa road’ topics that amusingly reveal a great deal of insight about the thoughts and behavior of Jamaicans. The veteran radio broadcaster holds a Ph.D. in Anthropology and is a popular event MC.