AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoBooker Prize Buzz: Marlon James’ The Disappearers and Douglas Stuart’s John of John are both on the 2026 Booker shortlist, with the six-book list also featuring Elizabeth Strout, M. John Harrison, Luke Kennard and Rebecca Perry—setting up a major literary moment for Caribbean voices. Music & Culture: Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley is set to receive an honorary Doctor of Letters from UWI Mona (Nov 5-7), while Keyshia Cole joins Cardi B for BZR WKND Jamaica 2026 (Oct 18). Dancehall Spotlight: Kass Smith and Chuck Fenda link up on the inspirational single The Chosen Ones, and controversial dancehall act Kraff drops Fix Tingz amid fresh online backlash. Tourism Tech: Jamaica’s Tourism Awareness Week (Sept 27-Oct 3) puts AI and digital transformation front and centre under the theme “Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism.” Sports & Talent: Jahmarie Nolan replaces Leon Bailey in the Reggae Boyz Nations League squad, and Antigua & Barbuda Falcons celebrate their CPL title win over Jamaica Kingsmen. Local Entertainment/Community: Dream Catcher Café & Lounge opens with a $25m investment at Falmouth Artisan Village, adding a new social-and-tourism hub.
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