They say poverty is akin to a crime, and for the residents of Pigview Heights, this analogy rings painfully true. They find themselves consistently marginalized, forgotten, existing on the fringes of society, much like the city dump that surrounds their community. Pestilence, putrid food, poverty and of course, pigs are just some of their everyday challenges but amid the filth and constant foul smell, a community of persons exist and not only survive but thrive to the point that they become a dirty and dysfunctional yet dedicated family. This is the scenario that unfolded for audiences of ..read more

Producers of the new TV series From Yard have announced the official dates for the much anticipated Jamaican and New York World Premiere screenings of the show’s pilot episode. The Jamaican Premiere Screening will take place on Monday September 18 at 8:30 pm at Palace Cineplex, Sovereign Centre in Kingston. The Gala World Premiere will unfold at the Langston Hughes Auditorium, Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem, New York, one week later on Monday September 25 at 8pm. Both premieres will serve as charity fundraisers for two different organizations in Jamaica and New York ..read more

As a woman who intends to leave Jamaica in a way better condition than she found it, Janet Silvera works hard at selling and promoting the infinite merits of Brand Jamaica. Blessed to be in the business for over thirty plus years, her dynamism is ever evolving and now she has even taken on digital platforms to share her talent and that of her fellow Jamaicans in a manner that is both compassionate and compelling. It is just who she is.; a simple girl from Melbourne Avenue who decided from early that there would be no limit to her talent and no boundary that could stop her from being the very b ..read more

A famous author once said “A good story is a dream shared by the author and the reader. Anything that wakes the reader from the dream is a mortal sin.” This quoteperfectly encapsulates the passion and pursuits of Kwame McPherson, a man who lives and breathes the art of storytelling. A ghostwriter, content creator, editor, proofreader and book mentor strategist, McPherson has been fortunate to be able to share his work with the world through poetry, short stories and novels for over two decades and most recently he was awarded the 2023 Commonwealth Short Story Prize for the Caribbean region. A ..read more

Jamaica: we are known for our rum, coffee, music, laidback attitude, athleticism, attractions, slang, dance moves and of course our cuisine. This small island in the Caribbean is renowned the world over for so many things that it amazes many, just how much talent and treasures we have bubbling over in abundance. Unfortunately, we are also well recognised for something else that has always been a stain on us and definitely detracts from our otherwise positive profile as one of the coolest and most creative spots on earth…crime. This prompted BUZZZ Magazine to look at crime from the standpoint o ..read more

Most people are familiar with the saying ‘Anyone can become a father, but it takes a real man to be a dad.’ Sounds cool and philosophical and all, but what does it really mean? What does being a dad mean and what does it entail? BUZZZ Magazine wanted to get a unique perspective on fatherhood, its pinnacles and pitfalls, greatest moments and biggest insecurities and just how a man’s life changes the minute someone puts that tiny bundle into his arms. Meet Courtney Hamilton, businessman and father of two boys, ages twenty-three and fourteen. For Courtney, there is no greater or more rewarding r ..read more

The saying: ‘people often fear what they do not understand’, can easily be applied to the life and legacy of Mallica Reynolds. If that name does not strike a chord in your memory or ring a bell, that is because he was better known to Jamaicans and indeed the world simply as ‘Kapo’. Renowned artist, revival leader and controversial figure, Reynolds has been a key player in the rich history of Jamaican art and culture for decades, though not many can truly claim to know and understand the inner workings of the man, the muse and the mystery that is Mallica. This task has fallen to his offspring ..read more

The idea of friendship is inherently complex as it speaks to our inner state of being – feelings of admiration, affection, care, fondness, respect, trust, loyalty, etc. Friendship is a mutual and personal relationship rooted in a concern for each other’s welfare, and acceptance of the person for who he or she is. Studies have confirmed the amazing benefits of friendships in promoting our overall health and wellbeing; body, mind, and soul. But how do I know if my friendships are really true and genuine? As we go through the stages from childhood through teenage to adulthood, the meaning of “fri ..read more

They say hindsight is always twenty-twenty which means that if we can do something over again probably with a little more wisdom, experience and knowledge we would definitely do things differently. One such thing for many women is the way we treat the men in our lives. While each relationship dynamic is different and there are always exceptions to every rule, generally, there are some universal rules that one should follow to make our lives, our peace of mind, our mental health, our bodies and especially our bank balances a whole lot healthier! BUZZZ Magazine decided to examine some of these u ..read more

There are many factors that perpetuate the differences between men and women that incorporates gender roles, employment opportunities, education, socialisation, political representation, health and the most obvious, physicality. All of these themes differ in culture, region and time period. Ultimately, when it comes down to communicating, men or boys are known to be closed and restrictive, while women and girls are receptive and unguarded. Both are socialised differently – boys are encouraged to be assertive and aggressive while girls more nurturing and cooperative. These practices may influen ..read more