JAMAICA---- LAND OF WOOD AND WATER

Jamaica

Country in the Caribbean

Jamaica, a Caribbean island nation, has a lush topography of mountains, rainforests and reef-

lined beaches. Many of its all-inclusive resorts are clustered in Montego Bay, with its British-

colonial architecture, and Negril, known for its diving and snorkeling sites. Jamaica is famed

as the birthplace of reggae music, and its capital Kingston is home to the Bob Marley

Museum, dedicated to the famous singer.

Capital: Kingston

National language: Jamaican Patois (de facto)

Population: 2.948 million (2019) World Bank

Prime minister: Andrew Holness

Flag of Jamaica

The flag of Jamaica was adopted on 6 August 1962, the country having gained independence

from the British-protected Federation of the West Indies. The flag consists of a gold saltire,

which divides the flag into four sections: two of them green and two black.
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Bob Marley

Jamaican singer-songwriter

Robert Nesta Marley, OM was a Jamaican singer, songwriter, and musician. Considered one

of the pioneers of reggae, his musical career was marked by fusing elements of reggae, ska,

and rocksteady, as well as his distinctive vocal and songwriting style.

Born: February 6, 1945, Nine Mile

Died: May 11, 1981, University of Miami Hospital And Clinics | UHealth Tower, Miami,

Florida, United States

Buried: May 21, 1981, Bob Marley Mausoleum

Grandchildren: Ziggy Marley, Damion Marley, Stephen Marley, Cedella Marley, MORE

Parents: Norval Marley, Cedella Booker

Siblings: Constance Marley, Pearl Livingston, Anthony Booker, Richard Booker

Usain Bolt

Jamaican sprinter

Usain St Leo Bolt, OJ, CD is a Jamaican former sprinter, widely considered to be the greatest

sprinter of all time. He is a world record holder in the 100 metres, 200 metres and 4 × 100

metres relay.

Born: August 21, 1986 (age 34 years), Sherwood Content

Height: 1.95 m

Children: Olympia Lightning Bolt

Siblings: Sadiki Bolt, Sherine Bolt

Awards: Laureus World Sports Award for Sportsman of the Year, MORE

Education: University of Technology, Jamaica, William Knibb Memorial High School