During his 91st birthday celebration last Friday, Dr. Julius Garvey, the son of Jamaica’s first National Hero Marcus Garvey, took the opportunity to advocate for a change in Jamaica’s leadership. Hosted at the home of entertainer Richie Stephens in St. Andrew, the event was organized by PNP figures Claude “Big Stone” Sinclair and Paul Burke.
Dr. Garvey, reflecting on his age with humor, quickly shifted focus to his message of national change, urging Jamaicans to steer the country in a new direction. He emphasized the need for fresh leadership to guide Jamaica through its current challenges, hinting at a potential shift in 2025. Dr. Garvey, who lives abroad, expressed pride in his Jamaican heritage but voiced concern about the nation’s current state and international perception.
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Dr. Garvey also acknowledged the ongoing efforts to integrate his father’s teachings into Jamaican schools, praising Major Effiom Whyte for his dedication to promoting Marcus Garvey’s philosophies. He reminisced about growing up with Garveyism and the importance of continuing that legacy.
The event was attended by Opposition Leader and PNP President Mark Golding, who shared his admiration for Dr. Garvey and the significance of Marcus Garvey’s teachings. Golding highlighted the ongoing pilot program to introduce Garvey’s philosophies into schools, viewing it as a crucial step toward addressing societal issues in Jamaica.
Dr. Garvey concluded with a call to action, emphasizing the importance of African humanism, a core principle of his father’s teachings, and the need for change in Jamaica. His new book, titled Awoke, is set to launch at Mecca in St. Andrew, underscoring his ongoing commitment to his father’s legacy and the future of Jamaica.
