Buju Banton donates US$200,000 to Accompong Town Maroons for economic development

Buju Banton has made a significant financial contribution to the Accompong Town Maroons, donating US$200,000 (over J$31 million) to support infrastructure and economic development in the north-western St. Elizabeth community.

The donation was presented on last Tuesday during the Washington, D.C. leg of Buju’s Overcomer tour at the Capital One Arena, where members of the Accompong Town Maroon Culture group joined him onstage. The legendary Dancehall/Reggae artist, whose real name is Mark Myrie, made the presentation to the group, reaffirming his commitment to the Maroon community.

Accompong Maroon Chief Richard Currie paid tribute to Buju Banton, who serves as the Cultural Ambassador for Accompong, in a heartfelt Instagram post. Currie shared photos and videos of the presentation, expressing deep gratitude for Buju’s continued support.

“On behalf of the Maroons of the Sovereign State of Accompong, I take this opportunity to express our sincere gratitude to Buju Banton for donating USD$200,000.00 towards infrastructure development and the economic mobility of our Nation,” Currie wrote.