By Dr Delon Human Smoking remains a major public health challenge in the Caribbean. In Trinidad and Tobago, for example, almost one in three men smokes. Elsewhere across the region, the adult smoking prevalence ranges from 15 to 25 percent, contributing to high rates of cancer, heart disease and chronic lung illness. The burden of smoking-related […]
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By CARICOM Secretariat GEORGETOWN, Guyana – Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member states – Barbados, Belize, Dominica and St Vincent and the Grenadines- will implement full Free Movement of their nationals among themselves from, 1 October 2025. This means that nationals of these four countries will not be limited to temporary entry of up to six months, or […]
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WASHINGTON, USA, (PAHO) – Director of the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), Dr Jarbas Barbosa, presented his Annual Report Monday at the opening of the 62nd Directing Council, highlighting major progress in health security, disease elimination, primary health care, and digital health—despite the many challenges faced over the past year. “This report shows how collective action can improve […]
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BELMOPAN, Belize – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Culture, and Immigration (MFAFTCI), in partnership with the Taiwan International Cooperation and Development Fund (Taiwan ICDF) and Home of Indigenous Arts Belize Limited, successfully implemented Phase Two of the Advanced Product Development and Design Project. Through this vocational training project, indigenous women artisans in southern […]
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USA / ST LUCIA – The World Bank’s board of executive directors has approved a new project to reduce flood risk in Saint Lucia’s most vulnerable communities. The 25 million Saint Lucia Urban Resilient Flood Investment Project is expected to benefit almost 67,000 Saint Lucians. Saint Lucia faces serious risks from hurricanes, storm surges and […]
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BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) is designing a transformative education policy and strategy to unlock the potential of the Caribbean’s predominantly young population, with nearly 60 percent under age 30. Speaking at the opening of CDB’s 2025 Regional Transforming Education Symposium and Policy Dialogue in Barbados, CDB President, Daniel Best revealed that […]
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Former Biden-era officials abused authority by using TSA watch lists to target political opponents WASHINGTON, USA — Today, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the results of an internal investigation uncovering widespread abuses committed by Biden administration officials, who weaponised the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) against innocent American citizens. These officials, under the direction […]
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Speaker: Lucy Castledine, Director, Consumer Investments Event: PIMFA Compliance Conference 2025 Delivered: 25 September 2025 Key messages: We want to challenge ourselves to be a smarter regulator and engage with you so we can raise standards together. Input into our proposals on targeted support and simplified advice – these will define the future for decades to come. […]
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The African Development Bank’s support for the project will help reduce unemployment and underemployment, improving economic inclusion and driving social stability, particularly in Bioko Sur and Welé-Nzas ABIDJAN, Ivory Coast – The board of directors of the African Development Bank Group has approved a €73.27 million loan to Equatorial Guinea for the first phase of […]
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GEORGETOWN, Guyana, (DPI) – GuyExpo 2025 was officially launched on Monday, with a clarion call for large and small-scale businesses and entrepreneurs to take the opportunity to showcase their products to local and international customers. The most sought-after event is scheduled for November 13 to 16, at the Sophia Exhibition Centre under the theme “Transformation […]
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KINGSTON, Jamaica — Dancehall artiste eNGee Dadon has been creating more momentum with the tracks Crocodile Masicka and Is Masicka A Nanny?.
The entertainer, who was formerly known as Pickney, explained that these songs are social commentary based on observations in the industry.
“Crocodile Masicka” came from a review on the present Dancehall situation. The fans [have] been talking about Masicka’s sidekick who got whipped by Devin Di Doctor and Masicka didn’t defend his bro — that was the spark. I didn’t jump in to throw shade, I just analysed the conversation through music. Dancehall is commentary, so I put the narrative in melody form. It’s social reflection mixed with lyrical observation. The crocodile in the story represent fear and pride hiding behind silence,” eNGee Dadon said.
Crocodile Masicka was released on August 9 and has since earned thousands of streams. The other release made its debut at the beginning of October, and has upped the ante on discourse among music fans and analysts.
Reiterating that there is no bad blood between him and Masicka, the deejay anticipates that listeners will be able to appreciate music artistry and its link between current happenings.
“My hope is that Crocodile Masicka open people eyes to how powerful Dancehall still is when it mirror the culture. I want it to show that you can address current issues without losing creativity. If it sparks more artistes to go lyrical again, mission complete. And if it cross over to international audience, even better—because the world love truth told with rhythm,” he explained.
As for the second track, eNGee Dadon noted that some listeners have found the title bold, while some have found humour and others appreciate the literary devices in the lyrics.
“That one came straight from curiosity and cultural debate. Everybody was calling themselves GOATs (greatest of all time) in dancehall, and mi just flip it. If the goat is a female, is the goat a nanny? It’s satire mixed with wordplay. The title itself is a question — not an insult, but a mirror to how titles and ego move in the game. It’s dancehall theatre; intelligent provocation with humour,” he explained.
Amidst the new releases, eNGee Dadon is also celebrating his second place ranking on the Brando Music Review Show’s weekly chart for the track Dancehall Jealousy.
“It’s a blessing and a big acknowledgment of the work I’ve been putting in. Brando Music Review is respected, so being number two shows that independent artistes like me can move the space without major label push. It’s fuel for the fire. I appreciate the recognition but I’m still aiming for that number one spot. It also validate the fans who been supporting eNGee Dadon from day one,” he said.
The deejay is currently pushing multiple projects under New Generation Music Entertainment including: Venus Inna Vans, Christian Girl Gone, and Thanks You.
