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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
More Young Saint Lucians will soon be provided with opportunities to learn a new sporting discipline. The Kids InFLOW Development Series is in the process of expanding, even while remaining the largest tennis programme in Saint Lucia. Director of of Tennis with the Accademy Sir Sean Allain, commenting on the expansion of the programme, noted that the effort creates a groundbreaking opportunity for athletes at the primary level. From its inception, over 3000 children have been introduced to the sport of […]
West Indies fast bowler Shannon Gabriel will miss the first four one-day internationals against England after being suspended for the said matches by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday. West Indies and England will play a series of five ODIs from February 20. Gabriel was found guilty of breaching the ICC Code of Conduct, for which he received a 75 per cent fine and three demerit points. Gabriel was […]
The International Soca Monarch Semi-finals was held on 10th February in Arima in Trinidad and Tobago. Soca artistes from Antigua, Grenada, St. Lucia and host island, Trinidad made it to the finals. The 2019 International Soca Monarch finals will be held on 1st March - Fantastic Friday. Mr Killa with his hit Soca track "Run with It" was a crowd favorite in the Power Soca section while V'ghn had everyone […]
