Jamaicans fight to keep Bob Marley Beach public amid luxury resort development plans

A community in Jamaica is battling to ensure public access to Bob Marley Beach amid a luxury resort development. In 2019, a company bought nearby land for a $200-million resort, which overlaps with the only access road and a Rastafarian family's property. The community seeks to keep the road open for public use, arguing that access is crucial for their daily lives. The area, which has been a refuge for Rastafarians since the 60s and 70s, faces ongoing challenges as tourism drives beach privatisation, limiting public access. The community also highlights the need for tourism to respect and preserve Rastafarian culture.
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