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Calls for more investment in statistics systems
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Regional News

Greater Investment in Statistics

Calls for more investment in statistics systems, focus on literacy Greater investment in statistics, and the infusion of statistics in schools to help to demystify the science and attract younger minds, were among the rallying calls at the Third High Level Advocacy Forum on Statistics. The Forum was held Friday 22 February 2019, at the Grenada Trade Centre in St. George’s under the theme ‘Investing in Statistics to Build Resilience and to Achieve Sustainable Economic Growth and Development in the […]

todayFebruary 26, 2019

Vital Voices Global Mentoring Walk
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Press Release

Vital Voices Global Mentoring Walk

Celestial Self Development Centre hosts its 5th Vital Voices Global Mentoring Walk. On Saturday March 09th, 2019, Saint Lucian women will join thousands of women around the world who will be celebrating International Women’s Day with Vital Voices Global Partnership Network through their signature event – Global Mentoring Walk. International Women’s Day is a global celebration of the social, economic, cultural and political contributions of women around the world.  International Women’s Day serves as a call to action to close […]

todayFebruary 25, 2019

Independence 40 - Saint Lucia
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INDEPENDENCE 40 – St. Lucia Celebrates

Calling on All Saint Lucians to be “ALL IN” for Independence Activities Saint Lucia is now in full Independence mode as the fluttering of flags and buntings and beautifully decorated schools and business places, reflect a sense of national pride and joy. In preparation for a year-long celebration of the 40th Independence Anniversary a full calendar of activities was launched on December 12, 2018 as well as the theme: “All in, Our Journey, Our Future.” Since then, a number of […]

todayFebruary 22, 2019

CIP - Saint Lucia ( CIPA )
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CIPA appoints a new chairman

Nestor Alfred, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Saint Lucia’s CIP has been appointed as the incoming Chairman of the Citizenship by Investment Programmes Association (CIPA). Nestor replaces Les Khan, who is the CEO of Saint Kitts & Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme. CIPA is a regional body made up of the CIU-heads of the Caribbean’s five (5) citizenship by investment programs namely; Antigua & Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Kitts & Nevis and Saint Lucia as a means to forge […]

todayFebruary 21, 2019

ECCO
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ECCO commends law enforcement officials

Law enforcement officials have come under commendation for efforts at ensuring that mass crowd events are executed in keeping with judicial regulations. The comments were made by Chaiman of the Eastern Caribbean Collective Organisation for Music Rights (ECCO) Mr Martin James, while addressing the outcome of a recent gathering of the organization hosted to engage its membership. According to James, the input of law enforcement officials forms a critical part of ensuring that the mandate of ECCO is achieved, a […]

todayFebruary 21, 2019

Dr. Gale Rigobert - Decade of Research and Innovation
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Local News

Decade of Research and Innovation

The Ministry of Education has commence a targeted effort toward continued development, with today’s launching of the Decade of Research and Innovation (2019-2029). Hosted under the theme “Unleashing our Creativity, Crafting Our Destiny” the event was held earlier today, at the conference room of the Finance Administrative Centre. Minister with responsibility for Education, Innovation, Gender Relations and Sustainable Development Dr. Gale Rigobert, outlined the expected impact of streamlining efforts in her comments to those in attendance. The Decade of Research […]

todayFebruary 18, 2019

Prince of Wales
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Prince of Wales to visit St. Lucia

Celebrations surrounding the 40th anniversary of Saint Lucia’s Independence will be marked by an official visit by the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall. Their Royal Highnesses will visit the Island on 17th March, where the Prince of Wales and the Duchess of Cornwall will be guests of honour at an event to mark the country's 40th anniversary of Independence. Governor General of Saint Lucia, His Excellency Sir Emmanuel Neville Cenac and Prime Minister, the Honourable Allen Michael […]

todayFebruary 18, 2019

Folk Research Centre gets support
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Folk Research Centre gets support

Efforts of the Folk Research Centre to preserve items of cultural significance have been bolstered through the support of local artistes.    Recently the Msgr. Patrick Anthony Folk Research Centre at Barnard Hill, received several valuable gifts from leading artists as a meant of adding to the collection of items being replaced following the devastating 2018 fire which completely destroyed the centre and its contents.  leader and violinist of the Manmay Lakay folk group Mr. Augustin ‘Charlie’ Julien presented his first violin and a hand-made banjo to the FRC collection while […]

todayFebruary 16, 2019

Health System Strengthening Project
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Health

Health System Strengthening Project launched

The accessibility, efficiency and responsiveness of key health services is expected to be improved as the Health System Strengthening Project for Saint Lucia was launched recently.   The Health System Strengthening Project is aimed at improving health coverage to the people of Saint Lucia.   The project will entail a package of health services, introduction of financial incentives to improve service delivery, institutional capacity building and also enhancing preparedness and response for public health emergencies.   Minister for Health and Wellness Sen. Hon. […]

todayFebruary 15, 2019