Are you ready for a lot of content coming up in the nearest time starting from today? 😊 The video about Brain Drain has now been published and can be watched here: kzitem.info/news/bejne/tGeiyKuvoJGTl2U
@kieranwilliams1817
Жыл бұрын
Remember Jamaica colonize the world with their music, So it backfire to Jamaica.
@TheRochester
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@ChefDwight
Жыл бұрын
That's apart of the deals the government sign with investors that plan on doing business in the country. For them to bring in their own workforce I don't think it's right but that's what the people vote for
@nataliemullings6908
Жыл бұрын
I think that the Jamaican Government doesn't care about the Jamaican Citizens. They make deals with Foreigners who have no respect for the Jamaican Citizens. They treat them like they are in their Countries. They pay the people peanuts 🥜 and bubble gum money, and expect to get twenty five hours of work out of the people, and we only have twenty four hours in a day. I am definitely blaming the Inept and Incompetent Politicians.
@nataliemullings6908
Жыл бұрын
How comes when these same people go to first world Countries, they have to pay the people better money? It's because they look down on Caribbean Islands 🏝 people. Jamaica 🇯🇲, is suffering from good Governance.
@s.patterson5698
Жыл бұрын
Great informative presentation! I am a Jamaican living overseas and I am usually home tow or three times a year. A perfect example for me why I have ZERO issues with a foriegn company like the Chinese doing road construction job is currently what's happening on the road between Port Antonio and Boston. Locals are doing this project and they have totally dug up the road for nearly a year or more with no end in sight of resurfacing it. Sadly, sometimes our work ethic gets in the way of our having more opportunities. The Chinese are about money and finishing a project so they can move on to the next project. Some of our folks are about milking as much money as they can out of the same project. I built a house over 7,000 sq. ft. and it cost me nearly three times the amount of money. Why? Because of dishonest contractors. It explaines why there are so many unfinished houses, because folks have been robbed blind and simply gave up. Thankfully, I had the resources to finish the project after going through three contractors. Later on I found out that the first contractor built a house for his girlfriend and one for himself out of our materials and then was trying to influence the second contractor to do the same, hence why I had to get a third contractor. Sometimes, some of us don't realize that our work ethic dampens our future propect of success. Anyway, great job on the video.
@JAMAICAWITHIRIE
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this, very insightful, especially about the house construction. We had a similar problem in Ukraine in 1990s - the contractors just kept milking the owners and doing pretty much what you described. This problem in Ukraine was solved after 2004 with the rise of very strong competition among the contractors. I wonder if competition would be able to solve this for Jamaica as well.
@normaharvey4392
Жыл бұрын
No I do not think it will solve anything jamaican are dishonest and badmine so they will bleed you dry because they think that your rich because your from abroad it is very sad but that gentleman was right to sack each contractors
@Quilt4Joy
Жыл бұрын
You would the contractors would have a bad reputation which would stop people from doing business with them. In the states we have the better business bureau and customers can leave comments on their website.
@sharonsart
Жыл бұрын
Yep. The mindset is mind boggling. They'll undermine and sabotage. Which ensures they don't get future work.
@brittneyedwards8127
Жыл бұрын
I lived in Boston last year and it’s terrible. We refuse to go back home until they finish that road.
@calbert1965
Жыл бұрын
I was living and working in Jamaica in the 90s, and I was told that if I wanted better job opportunities, I should go and study abroad. I went to Humber College in Canada, and got a degree in Culinary Management. I returned back home to Jamaica, and could not find a job. After six months, I went to New York and never returned until seven years later. I had a family in the USA which makes very difficult to returned home. I work as a corporate executive chef for one of the largest food companies in the America for seven and half years with a area of 300 square miles. I now work as an executive chef for a smaller company that give me more time to do other things that I've always wanted. I have the knowledge and would like to return home because my children are grown. I've been discussing a few things with my brother whom is still living in Jamaica, and one of the things I applied for is a TRN number which I've done today. Who knows!
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
I hope it works out for you. The more repatriators that are able to return and network and serve as role models and knowledge sharers, the better for the island.
@normaharvey4392
Жыл бұрын
Please be very careful when doing business with family members but good luck on your future ventures
@mikejohnson3601
Жыл бұрын
The NIDS will be coming online soon for whomever
@paulbrown609
Жыл бұрын
Bro take your skills to Afrika, you’ll be welcomed and you can grow rapidly.
@kennethmcintosh9606
Жыл бұрын
Open your own business there
@thomasrogers9146
Жыл бұрын
IN 1960 JAMAICA AND SINGAPORE WERE DIRT POOR. WHEN THE QUESTION WAS ASKED, HOW ARE BOTH NATIONS GOING TO BE SUCCESSFUL, JAMAICA SAID TOURISM AND NATURAL RESOURCES. SINGAPORE WAS A SWAMP. SINGAPORE SAID WE WILL INVEST IN THE EDUCATION OF OUR PEOPLE. HUMAN CAPITAL. FAST FORWARD 50 YEARS LATER, JAMAICA IS POOR AND SINGAPORE IS VERY WEALTHY AND SUCCESSFUL. HUMAN CAPITAL IS MORE IMPORTANT THAN NATURAL RESOURCES AND TOURISM.
@manovrsb
Жыл бұрын
Singapore has a huge Chinese diaspora . The Chinese, Malays and Indians give money to the country. That's like saying Jamaica would be successful if Africans give money to support infrastructure on the island.
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
@@manovrsb do they give money to the country or do they live there and contribute? Jamaica also get foreign aid from the first world countries. Fact is the leadership of Singapore recognized the need to not just invest in training, education, and housing, but also crime control…unlike…
@manovrsb
Жыл бұрын
@faithm2535 not to make it obvious but infrastructure and providing services is what's needed to change the mindset of the people. Educated indians, Malays and Chinese migrate to Singapore blended with already existing demographic population and invest in the infrastructure to advance their nations. Educated and wealthy Africans normally migrate to Europe or the US making it clear they'll avoid Jamaica. Means Jamaica will never get the advancement countries like Singapore experienced.
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
@@manovrsb the dynamic just doesn’t feel the same for most (not all) of the foreigners who work or own businesses in Jamaica. When the heavy trucks used to transport building supplies to build their hotels and shopping centers damage the roads, I don’t know if they are expected to help fund repairs. When the roads the Chinese built reroute flood waters into communities, I don’t know if the have any accountability. Yes, I fully believe in the ‘build it and they will come’ idea when it comes to infrastructure and services, but there also a heavy longterm cost to pay if/when the cost is not routing money into the pockets of your own citizens. The US was famous for building roads that sometimes went nowhere, at the time, and dams, etc. BUT they were using it as jobs programs for their unemployed citizens, so the money stayed in the country, and trickled up to build their society. Employed citizens buys homes, cars, send children to college, etc. THAT dynamic can never be realized in a nation that choose to put that type of money in the hands of foreigners instead of their own people. Why not bring in consultants and trainers, and use local laborers instead of contracting it all out to those who will not share their knowledge nor reinvest any of the proceed in the island?
@manovrsb
Жыл бұрын
@faithm2535 name one group that has never worked for , eg Lebanon is a poor country but the Lebanese community in Senegal and Brazil are wealthy and well to do . That's due to the Lebanese people/merchants migrating to those communities and investing towards those neighborhoods which made them prosper. Jamaica is mostly afro-descendants , we have a whole continent ignoring us for favorable investments in Europe and the US. It doesn't matter how much first world countries pour into Jamaica , it's not gonna advance the necessary population as the Lebanese did in Senegal/Brazil or the Chinese/Indian/Malays done in Singapore.
@lcshotta
Жыл бұрын
Wow! You did more coverage than the labour department. Jamaica Government need to step up their game
@angelaslack4843
6 ай бұрын
IRINA, you deserve to be nominated for the OD for contribution to Journalism and cultural cohesion because you are probably the ONLY TRUE journalist left... so many people are on platforms here, there, and everywhere, but too few journalists do some research and present the news without bias. Keep going!
@nicknickleton-kumordjie4
Жыл бұрын
For someone who is not a Jamaican I consider your presentation the best ever. You almost sound like the poster girl for Jamaica. The coverage has been insightful in covering the global scene on migration. The last Ukrainian I spoke to, said to me: “no English” and here you are with an impeccable diction and delivery. Well done and all the best to your work. 33:33
@rickflint3710
Жыл бұрын
I am Jamaican and this is the first time I am hearing this myth . I know only about specific situations like when the Chinese are building roads and they bring in over a thousand migrant workers that displaced local workers.
@aht0n3n
6 ай бұрын
Blazingly informational video with a deep dive to the data and the "big picture". Actually I would call this to a "mini tutorial" about immigration in Jamaica and the wider Caribbean region. As a Finnish data scientist I also really liked your data visualizations: bar graphs, tables, etc. Once again, an outstanding video, highly appreciated!
@TheRochester
Жыл бұрын
This is long overdue but I know it’s gonna be one hell of a clip..can’t wait…& big thank you to you @IRIE I got my full citizenship & passport for Jamaica 🇯🇲 all from watching your clip about the power of the Jamaican passport
@JAMAICAWITHIRIE
Жыл бұрын
Congratulations on getting the citizenship and the passport! I hope you've found this video useful as well :)
@TheRochester
Жыл бұрын
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE it was all down to you…so I thank you.can I ask you have a Parton with the surname Rochester is there anyway of getting in touch with her as she may be part of my family blood line. Thank you
@flybyairplane3528
Жыл бұрын
IRENA, HELLO,the VERY SAME PROBLEM,exists,in GRAND CAYMAN,jobs are advestised ,but virtually no takers,so foreigners apply,Thelma locals bitch,they are taking their jobs ! Now the BVI,is ALSO having problems,too. Stay well GOD BLESS,,,,,🏴🇬🇧🇯🇲🇯🇲🇮🇨🇮🇨🇺🇸🇺🇸
@unique4532
4 күн бұрын
How did you do that .. coming from US
@TheRochester
4 күн бұрын
@@unique4532 if you have parents born in Jamaica you can apply by decent all you need is there birth certificate with your name on it that’s how you apply
@cliveo.ruddock6682
Жыл бұрын
Hi Irie, as a Jamaican living overseas thank you for such a wonderful Eye 👁️👀 opening and informative information reporting. I love it, FYI: CRIME is a factor too. much 💖
@070707SAM
Жыл бұрын
And perception of the health system being not great is also a factor…
@edifiedbyjesus
Жыл бұрын
This was WELL presented and delivered. It spoke a lot to my experience as a FOREIGN NATIONAL in Jamaica. You are speaking pure facts and truth in this video. And it was done with love and to bring awareness that Jamaican work force, preferential IS given to Jamaican Nationals. It is very very challenging for foreigners to transition to residents in Jamaica. I also loved how you talked about the Brain Drain in Jamaica, and the Jamaican Diaspora not wanting to work in Jamaica because it is not equivalent to their salaries in US, Britain or Canada.
@respectbigman3133
11 ай бұрын
lets talk to the foreigners who got rob
@dee2973
8 ай бұрын
The diaspora are reluctant to go back because when they do they get murdered by their own family
@SDBOGLE
Жыл бұрын
That migration from Jamaica is a major cause of family breakdown on the island
@JAMAICAWITHIRIE
Жыл бұрын
it is true and there was actually a full research done on this. I never knew this issue existed and certainly not the scale of it. Most unexpected was to read about the issue of the so-called "barrel babies" - that is when mother leaves a young child with her family members and gets get a job in the US/CA and then keeps sending help back home. I will talk about this in the "brain drain" video.
@mysticdre321
Жыл бұрын
This is a Michael Manley type presentation. I don't think that I have ever seen a topic go so in-depth. It's like you took this one personal.
@yaadyute
Жыл бұрын
biggup yourself for the journalism everytime 🙏🏾. please don’t ever change the music you play when you are closing out an episode as it is absolutely jamaican-ly beautiful. i’m a bit biased when i hear it as it remind me of my dad, may his soul rest in peace🕊️
@chromedome685
Жыл бұрын
This video reminds me of when I used to travel to Jamaica with my family several times a year. The children loved it. Especially, chasing the baby animal and waking up early to go out with their grandfather to feed the animals. They are all professionals now and give back to Jamaica in many ways. Bless up to you and your family.
@christinewilliams4693
Жыл бұрын
It’s not how many are in Jamaica, it’s how much influence this very small percent have in Jamaica.
@dcstvpc9720
8 ай бұрын
EXCELLENT work Miss Jamaica with Irie!!! I always enjoy watching your programs. You’re VERY, VERY Intelligent, and we need more people like you to represent us in Jamaica.
@KeithFrancis-nf8dw
4 ай бұрын
You were a Jamaican before. You just didn't know it until now and you are one of the best so keep up the good work that you are doing ❤❤❤
@rocmon
Жыл бұрын
You make great docu videos - kudos! There is nothing to do in Jamaica, that's why Jamaicans abroad don't as they've been sucked into babylon.... the reason, the rest don't is also their addiction to socital distractions. Humanity has been loosing more anbd more of their mind in my 50 years of observance. I suspect LARGE changes are in the works which I believe will deliver daily distractions to even the most remote Jamaican settlement regions and destroy the only country with some freedome in it's people.
@zinaanderws8747
Жыл бұрын
It's a struggle but I well never give up and I will make it here in Jamaica 🇯🇲. I'm going to keep pushing.
@mdl9096
Жыл бұрын
@zinaandrews8747 You are a very patriotic Jamaican who care about your country more than money. That is wonderful to know! I am sure that you will make it in Jamaica like the majority of the Jamaican people. I have many young family members who are very successful in Jamaica, who own their own homes, cars, land, etc. I can tell you that "things are not always as they seem" because many of the people who are living 'abroad' are earning minimum wage and can barely make ends meet. Rent in America is EXTREMELY high and a one bedroom apartment in say New York can cost upwards of $3000.00 per month and in Toronto about $2500.00 per month. That does not include internet/cable/phone, transportation, food, clothing, etc. Many of the Jamaicans living 'abroad' will work the most menial of jobs which they will NEVER do in Jamaica. Many cannot afford to buy a plane ticket to travel to Jamaica. Oftentimes it is because of their pride and embarrassment why they do not return home to Jamaica and prefer to PRETEND as if things are great. They pretend as if there is no racism, favoritism, and outright ostracism in 'foreign' and they adhere to all the rules and regulations in foreign countries. Yet, they want high end jobs and criticize everything Jamaican. Sometimes I wonder if Nanny, Paul Bogle, Cudjoe, George William Gordon, and all of the patriots who fought for our freedom, are not turning in their Graves wondering why they bled and died for people who are only interested in money and material and not for the betterment of their own country.
@cherylp9963
Жыл бұрын
Yes....sometimes u just have to fight to make it right ND not run its struggles everywhere but u fight....❤
@zinaanderws8747
Жыл бұрын
@@mdl9096 Thank you so much for the encouragement. I moved to Jamaica 🇯🇲 2 years ago. My husband wanted so badly to come to the States. I keep telling him it's not what you think. So I move here. We bought a house and we're trying to open a few businesses but it's a very slow process. I'm currently looking for employment. We're out of funds but Jah always makes a way for us. We will continue to keep pushing. Terrible things are happening in the States and I don't feel like it's my home anymore. May peace and blessings be with you and your family
@unique4532
4 күн бұрын
@@mdl9096what are high end jobs in Jamaica
@silence8806
Жыл бұрын
quality content! This channel is hilariously underrated.
@Neanderthal_yardy
Жыл бұрын
Good morning Irina. Let me preface this by saying I am born Jamaican. My completed level is education is high school. Two years of college but dropped out. I have no journalistic experience to follow through with your laborious efforts displayed here. However, this is my take on the matter. It was my parent's foresight that Jamaica couldn’t provide the opportunity necessary to provide a better life than they had. Some 40 years ago, my siblings and I landed in America. Amid the crack era, we traded one hell for another. While Jamdown was undergoing its political upheaval. (Seaga vs. Manley for reference) my siblings and I had to start from zero during my time here. What became apparent was how organizations cared for the people who were “fresh off the boat,” so to speak. Asians who could barely speak English were running a business; the Jewish community has always done well and continue to do so; the middle easterners created commerce within their community, as did many others who formed organizations/ associations. Yardies don’t trust the system they live in, and connections and nepotism often limit it. I don’t have to tell you. Most of the government is not an open book. How in the interest of progress and productivity. A Website seemly like LinkedIn would serve Jamaicans well. As in those are the jobs available, these are the viable candidates; these people applied, these people refused the job, the time window of the opportunity closed, and the job was outsourced or offered to foreign nationals. Jamaica does operate under the assumption of paying it forward, which hinders our growth. The contracts that are signed between the Jamaican government and the Chinese authorities often come with conditions the general public is not privy to review. Alas, many of our issues are cultural. Solvable! It simply lacks a concerted effort outside of government influence. Jamaican are vaguely aware of the role of government, and it’s not their job to save us but serve us in a capacity that pushes the entire country forward.🧏🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤦🏾♂️🤑💰🤫🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲
@juliaforjustice505
Жыл бұрын
This foreigner can't wait to be back in Jamaica in November! Attending Throp X conference for those interested in investing or moving to JAMAICA. Can't wait!
@lisaslays777
Жыл бұрын
I’m So Very Interested 💛💛💛
@patreidmusic67
6 ай бұрын
Awesome analysis, thank you Irie. This should be a ‘credit course’; well done!! Clears up a lot of misconceptions. I am thinking of returning to retire after many years away in Canada. I am just beginning to research the real estate etc. Hopefully its doable.
@lyndenb5529
Жыл бұрын
It would be an understatement to say your content as usual is informative, insightful and enlightening; which opens one knowledge to awareness that leaves one more informed than where one might have left off from your last video. Thenk you for your due-dilligence in fact finding and your brilliant presentation to viewers like me! ❤One love as always 💕
@lionhead1193
Жыл бұрын
This is a real breakdown of a situation that terrifies a lot of Jamaican,,, but it is true,,, that’s just what a globalized economy is,, they are advantages and disadvantages,, we left Jamaica in search of the money, foreigners come to Jamaica in search for the lifestyle,,,, Hard pill to swallow but it is the Truth 🇯🇲👊🏾
@ByronSamuelsIATOLA
Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing I am so happy to know all this. Keep doing what you are doing for my Jamaican people am in the USA but from Jamaica from Hanover
@rickordoeast7610
Жыл бұрын
Great content as usual, your research are amazing. I am a Jamaican living in Canada with a high school education, I would love to live in Jamaica, but the money I make in Canada at this point in time I know with my education and skill as a truck driver wouldn’t be possible, I probably would be making just above minimum wage. For that reason even though I know for a work life balance and a piece of mine I probably would be betteroff. I just can’t see myself going back there to live permanently until it’s time for me to retire, again love your content and great topic.
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
I want Jamaica to be a place where retirees can feel safe to return an live, BUT some persons have to be willing to go and live there to build such a society. If everyone wants to reap, who is supposed to sow?
@magimagsbromfield8584
Жыл бұрын
Love you Irena. Thanks for loving my county as much as I do❤. Thanks for your work on this channel
@trevorsteer7331
Жыл бұрын
Hitting the Nail right on the head regarding why the Jamaican Diaspora are difficult to recruit regarding the SALARY. I will confess, I am one of them. I would LOVE to Live in Jamaica again....but not until I RETIRE. I just will NOT make the "money" I do now as an Automotive Engineer in Jamaica, as I do in the USA. And given my FAMILY Life, the "Opportunity" is not there. But I do hope to move back after I retire (or at least for half the time...and go back and forth). In the meantime, I will just continue to visit as often as I can for a couple weeks at a time
@JAMAICAWITHIRIE
Жыл бұрын
Your case is a difficult one, because not only you're highly skilled professional, but you're also skilled in the industry that doesn't exist in Jamaica, so even if a company was ready to pay you the same $ you are earning in the USA, there wouldn't be a job position in Jamaica for you. It's like being a professional in making snow removal equipment and try to find a job in Jamaica - not going to work :)))
@trevorsteer7331
Жыл бұрын
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE , Thanks Irina. Very true....though, as a "Mechanical Engineer" by training, I could work in other Industries other than Automotive. But I'm not sure those Engineering Positions are "easily available" in Jamaica; and I can't see me making the Salary I do as a "simple Engineer". So, I would have to look at a "Management" position; and I do NOT want to be in Management (anymore). Ironically, prior to getting remarried and having a son (at 49 years old), I was planning to retire at 60, and move back to Jamaica. I wouldn't need a "job", but I would try to get one in the Hotel Industry as a Bartender...I just LOVE that interaction (way above & beyond Friendliness & Service no matter where I stayed) they have with us Visitors (Foreign or Local) whenever I go; and I KNOW that would be something I would LOVE to do...that was my "goal" anyway about 10-years ago....LOL....But then I realized I would probably be "taking food out of the mouth" of someone who would NEED that job; so I scrapped that "goal", and settled for simply being able to move back HOME someday.
@noblegirl1991
Жыл бұрын
I feel the same way. However, due to my line of work ( US tax) I need to be at retirement age. My plans is to retire in Jamaica for sure
@gdonson4440
Жыл бұрын
As a successful engineer seems like you are well trained to be an employee, why not challenge your self and apply you academic qualification and starting your own business in Jamaica and become an employee
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIEThe Ja govt and educational institutions need to be forward thinking and hire some of these technicians to be educators to train workers to take advantage of better technology…such as transitioning to electric vehicles versus oil dependent ones in a country that cant function without imported gas.
@khramthenneb8019
9 ай бұрын
I'm really impressed with your presentation very exciting, never wanted to stop lessening thanks
@cognitionup5211
Жыл бұрын
Your presentation is impressive and impeccable. Blessings and more life. Jamaica just needs to get better for all its citizens and all others who are in love with our BEAUTIFUL ISLAND🇯🇲❤️💯👍
@jennistrachan6433
Жыл бұрын
What an inspirational & awesome vlog Irina. Top class as usual. I live in the UK 🇬🇧 currently (migrant) but will be transitioning to the Rock 🇯🇲 by the end of the year🤞(emigrant). Actually the same thing is happening in the UK. Due to poor pay and awful working conditions employees (doctors/nurses/consultants etc) are leaving and migrating? to NZ, Australia & the US & so this is global...
@Lando-kx6so
Жыл бұрын
Those are the exact reasons why many Jamaicans, Nigerians, Ghanians, Americans, Indians etc. migrate to the UK lol
@pbryan25
Жыл бұрын
Love it! It's about time we have someone to provide and present facts rather than uneducated opinions, pushed out as truth. Data is data, and facts are facts, which is irrefutable.
@lawrencedavidson6195
Жыл бұрын
You can still send data by fax..and that's a fact.
@pbryan25
Жыл бұрын
@lawrencedavidson6195 Sorry, auto correct sometimes suck. Thanks for the subtle correction. It allowed me to read over my comments and see other corrections needed.
@dondo44
Жыл бұрын
Your ability to analyze research and provide keen insights is inspiring and very knowledgeable, while being entertaining at the same time. I learned much about Jamaica from you even though I was born and grew up there. I am now living in Canada and you have made me more interested in Jamaica through your channel. You provide we’ll need insights and information about this country. Great work as usual. Your channel is well needed and is greatly appreciated by me. Thank you. Awesome!
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
She is a great example of the value of a good education, work experience, and passion, and openness ( code word for not having or displaying obvious racial superiority :))
@zuzu-oi5ki
Жыл бұрын
@@islandgirl8914 why are you spreading propaganda, if Jamaica is not to your liking anymore leave the country, there are still thousands of people who live in Jamaica very comfortable, there are 14 parishes in Jamaica, and you are implying that you have lived in all 14 so that you know that crime has taken over all 14 parishes, I believe Jamaica is still a free country, and won't stop you from leaving if that is your choice.
@margaretwaugh2273
Жыл бұрын
Well said.
@charmainethompson1319
Жыл бұрын
@@islandgirl8914You are the typical Jamaicans, Non Jamaicans talks about and laughed at, because they asked if it is the Jamaicans mindset, why they never see good in their country and always only have negative things to say about Jamaica. People from other countries always say Jamaicans are the only nationality they hear at all time bashing their country and all countries have there problems, no countries is perfect. But uneducated people is also dangerous to the Islands of Jamaica, just as crimes and violence. Because they don't read or listen to understand, they loves lawlessness, they don't like changes, they never appreciate anything, they are not grateful, they only complaint, have no respect, for people, or laws or rules.
@cognitionup5211
Жыл бұрын
Facts! She is superb! Laage up yuhself Irina, yuh ting tall🇯🇲❤️💯👍
@fireandirie
Жыл бұрын
Just made the move earlier this month to retire in Jamaica, and we really enjoy your content and information!
@haddingtoniangcp2464
Жыл бұрын
Good luck. Hope to achieve that too
@ShevyCardoza
Жыл бұрын
Very well done. It also highlights for me how public opinion and what I see on the surface can really skew the truth of what actually is. Thank you.
@chrismckenzie7693
9 ай бұрын
Great content. I really appreciate your insight , research and love for Jamaica
@jeanclarke9106
Жыл бұрын
One of the main reasons why I subscribe to your channel, is that I can count on you to conduct thorough research into the issues/topics that are the focus of your broadcasts regardless of the level of complexity or sensitivity. Keep up the good work.
@Carol-FB
Жыл бұрын
Wow my first irie premiere
@MichaelSeanHarris
Жыл бұрын
I always love your content - so well researched and presented. I always learn something new. This was brilliantly done. Thanks for all your amazing work.
@nelliecurrie5625
Жыл бұрын
Thanks as always for doing the research Irina. As a Jamaican living in the diaspora I appreciate your love for and interest in our country. Blessings!
@kemi1486
Жыл бұрын
Your content is always well researched and presented with much enthusiasm ☀️
@evertonsmith7080
Жыл бұрын
I love your contents Irina. Keep up your good work. And I may be late but, welcome to Jamaica.
@karmamoksha369
Жыл бұрын
Great research and data, I really like that as it makes sense. Could you also make a video on employment agencies which hire international talent ( multilingual) in Jamaica please.
@genevadouglas2596
Жыл бұрын
Great analysis. Keep up the great work. As a member of the Diaspora, I look forward to your content.
@robertspence5603
Жыл бұрын
I am so thankful for the info you have so generously blessed us with,I truly enjoy your videos. Please continue to do them.
@georgeliewellyn6695
Жыл бұрын
Real talk.
@vagabond163
Жыл бұрын
Wonderful education.....
@patriciaallison5691
Жыл бұрын
Hi Irina, enjoy all your blogs. Interesting and informative. Also, I have noticed that you seem to be looking younger as time goes by. Thank you for loving my country.
@althearoberts5413
Жыл бұрын
Rather informative and well researched,therefore convincing conclusion. Thanks for a well investigated subject. Great job!!
@uminilaikanaicrafting
Жыл бұрын
I live in Florida, something like tropical paradise (not!!!) I will gladly take 1/3 pay and move to Jamaica right away.
@PC-zg3eo
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this measured analysis of the situation. I am grateful for your depth of research, based on the facts and not sensationalism. We as Jamaicans have no reason to attack expatriates as there are so many of us working in other countries (legally and illegally). As you said, most of the highly qualified Jamaicans are employed in other countries and earning more than they could ever dream of earning at home. Moreover, many of them have stated that they’ll never return home. I know of Jamaicans who have top positions in JA with more perks than you can imagine, the perks come with the position.
@the-development-scribbler
Жыл бұрын
This is the first time I've been a part of a video premier for this channel. And what an interesting topic to have as a first experience ^^ This video explains extremely well why people emigrate from Jamaica to live elsewhere, and why so many of them are reluctant to leave places like the US, UK and Canada (which of course happen to be the largest English speaking nations on the globe). Brain-drain in Jamaica is no joke; the country loses thousands of talented people on a consistent basis, and this is likely to continue. But the other side of the spectrum is also equally as interesting; the many bonuses emigrants get (that is common place for locals) when coming to Jamaica for business, and I feel like Jamaica might have had more immigrants if the local laws weren't as strict.
@errolwilliams9902
Жыл бұрын
Well done Irena. Excellent video.
@tonymurphy1743
Жыл бұрын
Great content and information, I love in Jamaica 10 yrs ago I'm married to a Jamaican, I did notice that the Chinese were doing some of the road projects, but overall it was pretty rare to run into a foreigner, although I thought the percentage would of been higher, we are planning to retire in Jamaica in three years time, love all your content it's always balance, keep up the great work 🇦🇺🦘🇯🇲
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
Perhaps you don’t run into them because they isolate themselves in their own enclaves and mainly associates with others of their own or similar group and culture.
@Amidat
Жыл бұрын
@@faithm2535 which is why I laugh when people claim they want to take over Jamaica. They are not of western blood. They don't desire servants. Just as you said - in ANY country they live in - they stick to themselves... They don't like to mix up because they don't like "mix up"
@mooreflava
Жыл бұрын
@@faithm2535I agree. They mainly live in gated communities
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
@@mooreflava live in gated communities and probably doesn’t involve themselves in any community activities and associations.
@kivi2059
Жыл бұрын
I live for your content Irie girl. Spectacular and eye opening as per usual. Watching the farm one now🙂
@celianeher7637
Жыл бұрын
I remember my parents saying, Jamaican best exports , is human resources.
@bobbalkovec
Жыл бұрын
Very interesting and informative video. I wouldn't mind being the 1% of the immigrant workforce. I'd love to relocate to Jamaica.
@sabrinawhiteman3396
9 ай бұрын
I plan on it for sure. I love Jamaica. I think I can do it in 5 years.
@yardmantv2507
Жыл бұрын
More blessing irie. Thank for the video 📹.
@Jamaicanbreeze
Жыл бұрын
So good to see yuh doin well and uploading been long time
@herbertcampbell2933
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this eye opening information I have shared this others. Very enlightening thanks again, and keep up the good work. 👍
@wade791
Жыл бұрын
Very educational thank you for this information, 🇯🇲🇺🇸
@michaelwong6296
6 ай бұрын
Thank you, once again Irena. You have been enlightening. BTW, I love your theme music.
@POPO-ph6bw
Жыл бұрын
You are right regarding foreigners who want to give up salary to live in the caribbean, I am from the Netherlands and dream of living in Jamaica. We came already 10 times and next holliday is in December, wonderfull island. Very good vlog and love to follow you.
@zsavior4535
Жыл бұрын
You will never understand how invaluable this information is to somebody born of Jamaican parents. But, have never been to their father's or mother's homelands
@MrNanah38
Жыл бұрын
The root cause of jamaica's problem is corruption. For example, as a member of the diaspora i would work for free to fix the crime problem in jamaica and I would guarantee a %50 decrease in the crime rate in 2 years but I would never get the job because of corruption at the top. So a lot of us would love to return because its not about money anymore but a quality of life and that is the fundamental problem with jamaica.
@JAMAICAWITHIRIE
Жыл бұрын
well, shall we do a video about the corruption problem in Jamaica? By the way, the current Government has been very successful in dropping the crime rate (they used "state of emergency"for that). However, it's just a temporary solution which doesn't solve the crime issue. This is because crime is a side effect from the overall socio-economic life cycle of a country. Nobody can solve crime, but it will reduce by itself once the socio-economic situation is improved, which takes time. Until then - it can just be handled to minimize the effects..
@elainebrown3546
Жыл бұрын
Just my suggestion to you, since you believe that you won't get a job in Jamaica because of corruption. Why not write a strong letter to the government on how to solve the crime problem instead. The PM always stresses that he his willing to take on any advice given. It would be beneficial to everyone who wants to see the crime rate reduced in Jamaica.
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
@@JAMAICAWITHIRIE criminality is a mindset. There are many nations all owner the world with much higher rates of poverty, but much lower instances of violent crime.
@firstclass3736
Жыл бұрын
The root cause of Jamaica's problem are Jamaicans
@barry4887
Жыл бұрын
“nobody can solve crime, but it will reduce by itself once the socio-economic situation is improved, which takes time. Until then- it can just be handled to minimize the effects.” IMHO that’s a bunch of hogwash ! My Dear Lady, corruption/criminality is a mindset. “ Chopping lines”, robberies, extortion, etc., generate millions which in turn is used to buy weapons to “ lock-off ends”. It’s a mindset that will not be reduced by itself.
@paulineforrester3963
Жыл бұрын
Thanks again Irene, for another well researched & exquisitely delivered documentary about my country. Your insightfulness & labour of love are highly appreciated. Keep up this outstanding work. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾😍
@paulmarriott266
Жыл бұрын
I am just as surprised as you had been going into your research and subsequently discovering what you did. Contrary to popular belief, what you see is not always what you get. Translation: Sometimes, there's more to someone, an issue, or perception than meets the eyes. How then have we been so misinformed about this topic? Your research should all teach us a lot about assumptions without facial data. Therefore, based solely on just where I've seen all these comments about foreigners/immigrants "taking over" Jamaica, it predominates in social media, a subcategory of the source you have pointed out in your very well researched, and interesting findings. In a strange way, this was almost fun. 😊 well done!
@carlwatson3609
Жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this video. Very informative and insightful. I was pleasantly surprised by her statistics.
@jeffreydakari7654
Жыл бұрын
Great resource. I value your unique perspective and mastery in putting forward the content. Fantastic job
@jacquesbowen2160
Жыл бұрын
Great presentation
@TashOnTheRock
Жыл бұрын
Sooooooo good to have you back ! I have really missed your videos ✌️💕 from Newfoundland Canada
@Tiadom1
Жыл бұрын
very informative as usual I love the way u rep for ja. always .....thank u
@dionnepalmer1614
Жыл бұрын
There are SEVERAL highly qualified Jamaicans residing in Jamaica and are qualified. Very often the locals are overlooked for foreigners, then hired when the foreigner cannot manage. People leave out of frustration, but many also remain. Those who leave is mainly for the economics...also the crime.
@tiawannalcime5382
Жыл бұрын
People always think they know about other people country’ Jamaica have a lot of skilled workers
@loriscrawford8879
Жыл бұрын
The analysis showed a lack of understnd ing /. Interpretation of the employment statistics
@user-kk4xp9uo4c
Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your presentations… well researched and informative. Very well done!!! We left the island to better ourselves…hoping to return with our earned skills and experience. I’m sure many of us would return for a “livable financial package”, if current social and political environment was more favorable. Fix… no seriously address these issues and witness a deluge of our skilled returning residents: nurses, teachers, etc
@JAM2USA2018
Жыл бұрын
And businesses because we now have the financial resources to open up several businesses
@craigspencer4306
Жыл бұрын
Privilege is invisible to those who have it.
@simonwinter8839
Жыл бұрын
Especially when it comes to race. The number of white people who claim white privilege doesn't exist comes to mind.
@sayitasis8326
Жыл бұрын
@@simonwinter8839 What is white privilege?
@simonwinter8839
Жыл бұрын
@@sayitasis8326 I rest my case.
@BloomingRose60
Жыл бұрын
@@simonwinter8839 😁😊
@emjaydark2811
Жыл бұрын
The privilege of l❤iving in a beautiful climate year round, by the sea, is not counted by Jamaicans as such. People work hard and spend their earnings to enjoy such luxury and Jamaicans just take it for granted and say they have nothing.
@mevamccallum2263
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Irie great information I just shared it love you girlfriend ❤️
@BrixtonBeat
Жыл бұрын
Great seeing you on my Home Screen. Well presented and researched as always
@jameswalsh2427
Жыл бұрын
Irina welcome back to KZitem and I was wondering where you were. Love your presentations. Greetings from James J in Limerick city , Ireland 🇮🇪.
@johnblenkiron5126
Жыл бұрын
From my experience as a foreign entrepreneur in Jamaica I found that success was often dependent on developing a good foreign supply chain, developing a personal relationship with customs brokers, developing and rewarding contacts regularly with "brawta", and patiently waiting for paperwork to move through the governmental system. I also discovered that, prior to the liberalization of marijuana laws abroad. quite a few foreign nationals appeared to be living the "life of Riley" in rented villas with mysterious sources of income who turned out to be ganja gum smugglers who paid foreign backpackers to act as mules to carry the drugs back to drop-off points in Canada, USA and UK. Their enterprises were generally known locally but well protected against whistle blowers through hired enforcers.
@ashikrahman2340
Жыл бұрын
Missing your travel and food vlogs so much.I want to see your exploring of hidden jems of Jamaica 😢
@JAMAICAWITHIRIE
Жыл бұрын
one such video is coming up today! Well, it's about a farm, but lots of beautiful Jamaica footage :)
@Amidat
Жыл бұрын
I'm sorry but local contractors have proven they are not fit to build highways. Jamaica would spend three times as much and the projects might never finish. Any honest Jamaican knows that in their heart.
@diannetgoldingfrankson2105
Жыл бұрын
Loved this Vid, as usual the information was very eye opening.
@haddingtoniangcp2464
Жыл бұрын
This is so insightful, so Educational I learnt a lot. Keep up the good work, Irie!
@monicabourgeois301
Жыл бұрын
Yes!! Looking forward to your new documentaries!
@gervanmyers3066
Жыл бұрын
VERY TRUE...i know of a FOREIGN former Short order server/cook was TRANS JAMAICA general manager ..with all the LUXURY trimmings..
@chemsiesmall2162
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info.
@jabarsmith5180
Жыл бұрын
This is unequivocally the most UNBIASED piece I’ve ever consumed! Great work! I’m a Jamaican and I’m contemplating whether to come back! The reason for my contemplation has to do with the political atmosphere being created by current politicians…
@CreationNtheUniverse
Жыл бұрын
The research was impeccable as usual... prospective unique as well
@gloriarobinson1869
Жыл бұрын
Welcome back Irie. Thanks for another of your informative and interesting vlog. Take care of yourself.
@clivemiller1438
Жыл бұрын
Take a deeper look at the hospitality industry and tell us what percentage of the top five positions are filled by locals
@ebson4u
Жыл бұрын
Well done! Appreciate the insight. As a someone from the Dispora looking for an opportunity to move back. I really enjoyed the statistics behind it all. I just returned from a 2 week visit and took the opportunity to solicit business and found that there is demand in my industry and opportunities.
@septima_mayor
Жыл бұрын
Welcome back and happy anniversary, amazing content as always 💯
@normalegister3786
Жыл бұрын
Timely piece on immigration. The business community followed by the prime minister stated businesses were suffering due to the lack of skilled workers. There was uproar from the media. In my opinion jamaica missed the opportunity of not inviting some of the skilled venezuelans migrants that went to Trinidad and its Cuban neighbours to fill the shortages. Jamaica would benefit greatly from increased diversity.
@faithm2535
Жыл бұрын
Beneficial only if those laborers can be hired if paid comparable to native Ja residents.
@davidscott3726
Жыл бұрын
I always felt tht way
@Alkelly-hh6rv
Жыл бұрын
Diversity is many times overrated . many people from South America look down on Black people, or Negroes as subservient to themselves so no, we’re not missing anything.😮
@baltimoregreen8573
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much Irena for this clear and precise video.
@bernardkrarup6774
Жыл бұрын
Another outstanding video,Irina. It's actually really deep,in that it explores people's perceptions to evidential data. Always informative and contextual. Bad fi dem!
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