Ebuzz News
Now Fete Lovers Can Purchase Online Tickets with Debit Card Ease, at Island E Tickets.
Recent confirmation that internationally sought-after megastar, Burna Boy, would be performing live in Trinidad this December, has been met with even bigger news for Trinidad and Tobago.
Reputed online event ticketing merchant, Island E tickets confirms that fans from all walks of life, can now quickly make their digital ticket purchases with any debit card in T&T, from any local bank that bears the VISA logo. The latest technological development is welcome news for many, since, despite efforts over the years, only credit card holders had been able to make online ticket purchases for events, prior to November 23rd, 2022. “Getting this finalized has taken some time,” admitted Island E-tickets founder, Kwesi Hopkinson. “Our team has been in continued negotiations with the banks and we’re happy to announce this breakthrough.”
The move will prove to be a step forward for not just Trinidad and Tobago’s finance sector, but also the entertainment industry. It comes ahead of what is projected to be an extremely busy Christmas into Carnival season in Trinidad and Tobago. “The option is now available for anyone with a debit card to simply head to www.islandetickets.com and follow the instructions to purchase any event ticket, in Trinidad and Tobago currency, from wherever they are,” said Hopkinson. He emphasized that this option is a favorable one, as promoters will no longer need to print physical tickets and those making ticket purchases can easily obtain their tickets without the safety risk of walking to ticket outlets carrying cash.
The team at Island E-tickets believes this advancement in technology is one that promoters will whole-heartedly embrace. “What this option offers, is real-time accounting and while it may not immediately eliminate the scalping problem, it will decrease the trend, since promoters can now place restrictions on how many tickets one person can purchase,” Hopkinson explained.
Stressing that physical tickets will very soon be a thing of the past globally, Hopkinson said it is commendable that T&T is now in competitive standing with the rest of the world where this business feature is concerned. “The Island E tickets app will be launched in the next few weeks. We’re also looking forward to expanding the range of events that are accommodated via our platform. This new debit card option means more people can comfortably buy any ticket they wish, from the safety and comfort of their home. That’s big news!” he said.
Ebuzz News
Bob Marley Foundation to Jamaica: “We’ll Rise Again.”
What has been described by the National Hurricane Centre as the most catastrophic hurricane of 2026 – Hurricane Melissa, has moved past Jamaica and now moves onward to Cuba and neighboring territories. In the aftermath of the brutal natural disaster, videos across social media show fallen trees, massive swells, invasive water courses through streets and byways and certainly, infrastructural wreckage. The people of Jamaica, though resilient, are in need of strength and aid to rebuild.
The Bob Marley Foundation and the Bob Marley Museum, in a social media post said despite having gone through the hurricane, “we’re still standing.” The honorary organizations that stand in memory of Jamaica’s most loved icon, Bob Marley, relayed via social media, “The winds may have shaken us, but they could never break our spirit.” Noting that the journey to rebuild will not be an overnight one, the post read, “but together, we’ll rise again- stronger, more united and full of love.”
Consistent in the Marley legacy’s tone and posture of love and unity, the expression continued, “We can’t wait to spread the message of peace and love with you once more and help in whatever way we can. Until then, hold on to hope and remember – every little thing is gonna be alright.”
The government of Jamaica has created an official digital platform for information, and for the global community’s input where relief and assistance is concerned.
Visit https://supportjamaica.gov.jm. The website lists a preliminary needs list, which includes items such as batteries, bedding foam, flashlights, lanterns, mattresses, pillowcases, pillows, mobile storage units, heavy duty garbage bags and certainly much more.
Caribbean Buzz
Kerlz Goes Independent Ahead of T&T’s C2K26.
Trinidad and Tobago female soca artiste, Kerlz is going solo. The entertainer has announced her departure from the A Team Band, via media release. A 13-year-journey with the band’s front-line has been dubbed, ‘an amazing run’ by the entertainer who says she is grateful for the experience and the foundation built over the years.
Having recently unleashed a new single called, ‘Medicine’ on D’ Guitarman Riddim alongside fellow soca artistes, Ding Dong and Salty, Kerlz, whose real name is Kerlene Joseph, says she is excited to enter this new chapter. “I extend my deepest and most sincere thanks to the A Team Band for the incredible opportunity and the platform they provided me over the past 13 years,” she said, adding, “The journey has been formative and I will always cherish the music we created and the stages we shared together. I wish the entire A Team family nothing but the very best in all their future endeavours.”
Memories made and cherished, the singer now has her heart set on maximizing the potential of her recent release, which is already gaining ground as the 2026 season comes into focus. With a powerful voice and a dynamic stage presence, Kerlz says she is ready to captivate audiences as a solo performer.
