The organizers of the Jamhuri Reggae Festival have announced the postponement of the 2025 staging, which was originally scheduled for November 29 at the Uhuru Gardens in Nairobi, Kenya. The decision follows the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa on Jamaica, where many of the festival’s featured artists reside. Several performers have been directly affected, shifting their priorities toward rebuilding and recovery during this challenging time.

In a statement shared by Headcornerstone Entertainment, the team expressed that the postponement was made out of deep respect and solidarity with the people of Jamaica. They emphasized that the well-being of the community and the artists remains paramount. A new date for the Jamhuri Reggae Festival 2025 will be announced once conditions stabilize and it is appropriate to move forward.

The organizers offered sincere apologies to fans, sponsors, and vendors for any inconvenience caused, noting their appreciation for the public’s patience and understanding. All ticket purchases will be fully refunded, with further updates to be communicated through official festival channels.

The upcoming Jamaica Hurricane Relief Benefit Concert in Belgium aims to provide essential aid to residents of Hanover, Jamaica, who continue to recover from the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. It is scheduled for Saturday, December 6, 2025, at VK, located at Rue de l’Ecole 76 in Molenbeek-Saint-Jean.

Patrons will be treated to live performances by celebrated Jamaican talents including Winston McAnuff, Teacha Dee, and Omar Perry, with a DJ set by Doctor Pepper.

Tickets are now available via the venue’s website, with pre-sale admission set at €23 and door tickets at €25. All proceeds from the event will go directly toward relief efforts in the affected communities of Hanover.

VK’s longstanding cultural connection to Reggae and other Jamaican-born genres makes this benefit concert especially meaningful. In collaboration with Omar Perry and the Black Ark Foundation, the venue is taking action to support the island that has contributed so greatly to its identity and musical heritage.

Veteran reggae artist Mikey General has returned with a powerful new release titled “Haile Selassie Liveth,” officially out on October 31, 2025 via Meridian Records. The single pays homage to the life and legacy of Haile Selassie I, the former Emperor of Ethiopia and revered figurehead of the Rastafarian faith.

“Haile Selassie Liveth” is a smooth, mellow reggae offering delivered with the unmistakable warmth of Mikey General’s silky, soulful voice. The track blends reverence, consciousness, and musical finesse, creating an unworldly listening experience that uplifts while honoring one of the most influential symbols in Rastafarian culture.

The new single continues Mikey General’s long-standing tradition of spiritually grounded music and marks another meaningful addition to his celebrated catalogue.

“Haile Selassie Liveth” is now available on iTunes, Spotify, Deezer, Amazon Music, Tidal, and all major streaming platforms.