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Local Radio,07 Nov 2025,180 mins

Diaspora unites after Hurricane Melissa (07/11/2025)

Kamilah McInnis

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Kamilah McInnis speaks with Paulette Simpson of the Jamaica National Group about the devastating impact of Hurricane Melissa and their I Support Jamaica Fund. Afrori Books in Brighton is working with them as an official donation drop off point. Dionne Simpson also joins to share how her Walk with Jamaica movement is encouraging communities across the UK to raise funds through local walks. Also on the show, a team of Nigerian health professionals reflect on their visit to the Royal Berkshire Hospital’s stroke department. Dr. Kiruba Nagaratnam explains how the exchange is strengthening healthcare links between Nigeria and the UK. And ahead of her new play Congo opening in Reading, Doris Allimadi discusses identity, storytelling and the power of community recognition.

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