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Statement of Condolence Issued by Fabian Stennett, Chief of Furry Town Maroons, on behalf of the Maroons of St. James and St. Elizabeth The Maroons of St. James and St. Elizabeth join the nation and the wider reggae fraternity in mourning the passing of Fantan Mojah (Owen Lennox Moncrieffe), a proud son of St. Elizabeth whose voice carried the spirit of Rastafari, resilience, and truth to the world. Fantan Mojah's journey — from White Hill to international stages — embodied the same fighting spirit that has always defined our Maroon heritage: the will to rise, to speak truth to power, and to remain rooted in identity and faith no matter the distance travelled. His music gave voice to struggles and hopes shared across our communities, and his passing leaves a silence that will be deeply felt. On behalf of the Maroons of St. James and St. Elizabeth, we extend our deepest condolences to his children, family, the Bobo Ashanti community, and all who loved him through his music. May his ...

 Distinguished guests, cultural ambassadors, artists, and beloved members of our Jamaican family— I stand before you today as Chief of the Furry Town Maroons, grounded in ancestral strength and guided by heritage, to pay tribute to a true cultural specialist—The Right Honourable Olivia “Babsy” Grange. Minister Grange is not simply a leader in title—she is a specialist in the art of nation-building through culture. With precision, passion, and purpose, she has curated, protected, and elevated Jamaica’s identity, ensuring that our traditions are not only preserved but empowered to thrive in a modern world. From the sacred rhythms of Maroon heritage to the pulsating energy of Kingston’s dancehall, she has mastered the delicate balance between preservation and progression. She understands that culture is not static—it is alive, and it must be guided by those with vision and discipline. Her work in reggae and dancehall stands as a testament to that expertise. During her tenure with SPEC...

 🌿🔥 MAROON BLOOD: RISE OF THE SANCTUARY 🔥🌿By Fabian Stennett  A Billboard-Style Blockbuster Story The drums thunder across Pumpkin Hill. The sky glows in Red, Gold, Green — and deep Burgundy. Four sacred colors. One unbreakable covenant. From Charles Town to Moore Town, from Scotts Hall to the warrior stronghold of Accompong, the banners rise. 🔴 Red — the blood of the ancestors. 🟡 Gold — the divine royalty within the people. 🟢 Green — the sacred mountains that sheltered freedom. 🟥 Burgundy — the royal Maroon standard of sovereignty and sacrifice. At the Great Reunion Fire, the Burgundy Banner is lifted high — bearing the sacred Court of Arms: ⚔️ The Rifle — defender of land and liberty. 🗡️ The Spear — ancestral courage and warrior spirit. 📯 The Abeng — the ancient horn whose sound once echoed through the hills, calling the Maroons to unity and resistance. The banner does not flutter. It commands. It remembers. It unites. 👑 Crown Prince Miguel Collins stands crowned ...