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Water Interruption Update

WASCO acknowledges the inconvenience caused by recent water supply interruptions to some areas on the northern system due to essential maintenance work. Your frustration is understandable and we sincerely apologize for the extended duration of these interruptions. At present, maintenance work is being carried out at the Theobalds Treatment Plant in Ciceron. These works are responsible for the current low pressures experienced on the network and will continue for the next five days. To alleviate the situation, WASCO has activated valving […]

February 8, 2024

Press Release

BOSL Global Investment Fund Launches Pioneering Diversified Mutual Fund in the OECS

The Bank of Saint Lucia Limited (BOSL) proudly announces the launch of the BOSL Global Investment Fund (the Fund), the first ever indigenous mutual fund, marking a milestone in the financial landscape in Saint Lucia and the wider Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU). This innovative mutual fund demonstrates our unwavering dedication to empowering individuals and corporations to achieve their financial aspirations. The BOSL Global Investment Fund is a professionally managed investment opportunity that pools money from many investors to invest […]

January 31, 2024

OECS

First Shipment of Recyclable Plastics Expedited under Recycle OECS Project

The first shipment of recyclable plastic waste has been dispatched under the Recycle OECS Project. The shipment out of Dominica left at the end of December 2023 for Honduras with an arrival date of January 10. This project milestone also represents a significant first for the Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC), the Waste Management agency leading the implementation of the Recycle OECS Model Demonstration Project in Dominica. While the DSWMC has been collecting and stockpiling recyclable plastics for some […]

January 16, 2024

OECS

OECS, CDB and World Bank Partner to Fight Poverty

The fight against poverty is being accelerated in 2024. Poverty reduction in the context of sustainable development remains high on the agenda for the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, in pursuit of the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 1- The Eradication of Poverty in all its Manifestations. Following requests made from Member States as well as the aftershocks of the COVID-19 pandemic which posed health challenges, negatively impacted learning, caused job loss and exacerbated economic and social ills, […]

January 15, 2024

CARICOM

Condolence Message on passing of former Prime Minister Basdeo Panday

The Caribbean Community is deeply saddened at the passing of The Hon. Basdeo Panday, Former Prime Minister of Trinidad and Tobago, on 1 January 2024. The Hon Basdeo Panday held a multi-faceted career in service of his country, as politician, trade unionist and civil servant. He used his exceptional skill as a barrister to advocate passionately for workers’ rights. His belief in the value of education, and his ideologies and initiatives, have made a lasting impact on the twin-island republic. […]

January 3, 2024

Press Release

Winners of Parade of the Bands 2023

Saint Lucia Carnival 2023 climaxed with the national parade of the bands on Monday, July 16, and Tuesday, July 18. A total of 10 bands participated in this year’s national Parade of the Bands and 12 in the J’Ouvert Parade. The results from J’Ouvert and the national Parade of the Bands for Saint Lucia Carnival 2023 are as follows: J'Ouvert J’Ouvert Band of the Year PositionBandPortrayalPoints1Back In TimeCelebrating Mother Africa4202J’Ouvert JammersBack Out Dirty Horns For Soo3513MudstersLabou Love3174Come To Me Tyre […]

July 19, 2023

Press Release

Traffic Diversion for Parade of the Bands

The following road closures and diversions will be implemented for the hosting of the Parade of the Bands for Saint Lucia Carnival 2023. The implementation of the traffic diversions and road closures will take effect on Monday, 17 July from 9:00 a.m. and Tuesday, 18 July, from 11:00 a.m. The public is hereby informed of the closure of the Choc and John Compton Highway. This closure will commence at the Choc Round About to the Castries Waterfront. These closures will […]

July 13, 2023

Press Release

Carnival Comes To The City – July 13 and 14

Carnival comes alive at the Derek Walcott Square on Thursday, July 13 and Friday, July 14 from 12 noon to 2 pm. Organised by the Carnival Planning and Management Committee, ‘Carnival in the City’ is an opportunity for all Saint Lucians to enjoy the different aspects of Saint Lucia Carnival in the lead up to the main parade on Monday, July 17 and Tuesday, July 18. Patrons will enjoy performances by Soca Kings; Arthur Allain and Imran Nerdy, Calypso King; […]

July 12, 2023

Press Release

A New King and Queen of the Band Have Been Crowned

15 majestic costumes, some towering 30 feet, went on display for last evenings King and Queen of the Bands competition held at the SAAB. For King and Queen of the Bands, bands select a theme and create large costumes to depict the chosen theme. The costumes are judged based on craftsmanship, portrayal of the theme, design, and presentation. The winners of the King and Queen of the Bands competition are as follows: Queen of the Band Rank Band Portrayal Points […]

July 11, 2023