Jamaica is ready to ditch the monarchy as coronation looms

King Charles’s coronation is a non-starter in Jamaica, which is working to remove him as head of state by 2025. It’s also pushing for reparations for the suffering inflicted by the British during centuries of slavery. CBC’s Ellen Mauro went to Jamaica to meet those calling for change and atonement.

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