{
  "id": 149723,
  "title": "Mahama addresses the joint sitting of Jamaican Lower/Upper Houses in Kingston",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/04/mahama-addresses-the-joint-sitting-of-jamaican-lower-upper-houses-in",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-04T22:10:51.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/mahama-addresses-the-joint-sitting-of-jamaican-lower-upper-houses-in-kingston/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "President John Mahama addressed a joint sitting of Jamaica's House of Representatives and Senate on Tuesday during his state visit to the Caribbean nation. The event coincided with Jamaica's Emancipation Day and 64th Independence Day commemorations. The President emphasized that the celebrations symbolize humanity's resilience in overcoming oppression and reclaiming dignity. He highlighted how Africa's rich history, from ancient civilizations to modern liberation movements, is intertwined with Jamaica's story. The President paid tribute to the enslaved men and women who endured unimaginable hardships, while also acknowledging the ongoing impact of historical injustices. He called for Ghana and Jamaica to continue addressing the issue of reparatory justice, which he believes is motivated by a commitment to truth, accountability, reconciliation, and healing. President Mahama reiterated Ghana's support for Jamaica's advocacy on this matter at the United Nations and the Accra Next Steps Conference. The President stressed that while the story of African people is one of suffering, it is equally a story of resilience, excellence, and achievement. He urged the audience to remember both the injustices of the past and the enduring legacy of the African spirit.",
  "summary": "President John Mahama on Tuesday addressed a joint sitting of the Jamaican House of Representatives (Lower House) and the Senate (Upper House) in Kingston.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}