By: OECS Press |Photos courtesy: OECS Press The Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, in collaboration with the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF) of Japan, successfully convened the first Caribbean Regional Dialogue on August 21–22, 2025, under the theme Advancing Resilient Prosperity in the Caribbean. Hosted at the Bay Gardens Hotel in Saint Lucia, the two-day Dialogue […]
By: Emerald Green| Editorial attribution: Erik van Leeuwen (bron: Wikipedia)., GFDL , via Wikimedia Commons Zurich, Switzerland – August 28, 2025 – In a commanding display at the prestigious Diamond League Final at Letzigrund Stadium, Olympic 100m champion Julien Alfred of Saint Lucia reaffirmed her elite status by winning the women’s 100m in an impressive […]
Saint Lucia is a volcanic twin-peaked island in the Eastern Caribbean, celebrated for its lush rainforests, Creole heritage, and globally recognized Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program. Blending Afro‑Creole identity, English accessibility, and investor-friendly incentives, it offers African American investors rich opportunities in tourism, culture, agriculture, and citizenship mobility. Culture & Identity Saint Lucia’s culture is […]
By Caribbean Business Report | Editorial credit: Shaun Robinson / shutterstock.com On February 18th, Saint Lucia took another bold step in fortifying its position in the Canadian travel market. CEO of the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority, Louis E.A. Lewis, alongside Head of Marketing, Dexter Percil, engaged with top-tier media houses in Canada, ensuring that the […]
By OECS | Photo credit: OECS March 7, 2025 – Grenada has received six state-of-the-art automated Kiosk Machines from the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission. This initiative was supported by the European Union (EU) through the Regional Integration through Growth Harmonization and Technology (RIGHT) Programme. This is part of an ongoing Border Management Enhancement Programme which […]
By Pearl Phillip Photo Courtesy: Tayla St Rose Listen to our exclusive interview with Tayla St Rose here. Tayla St Rose is not just your average singer-songwriter; she is a powerhouse of creativity, dedication, and ambition. A Saint Lucian American artist with a heart for mentorship and community, Tayla’s multifaceted career has recently reached a […]
By Prime Minister’s Office | Photo credit: Prime Minister’s Office Following the successful conclusion of negotiations between the Government Negotiating Team (GNT) and the Trade Union Federation (TUF), the Cabinet of Ministers have agreed to pay out an additional $32 million in back pay to more than 11,000 public servants in February. The government will commence […]
By Caribbean Business Report A historic graduation ceremony was recently held in Laborie, marking the successful completion of the first cohort under the Community Tourism Basic Training Program. This program, a direct result of the MOU collaboration between the Community Tourism Agency (CTA) and the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College, is specifically tailored for tourism […]
By Caribbean News Report | Editorial credit: fokke baarssen / shutterstock.com Schools, sports clubs, healthcare advocates, and community welfare organizations across Saint Lucia received a boost to their programs through donations totalling XCD15,800 from CIBC Caribbean. The bank hosted an intimate handover ceremony where beneficiaries shared their visions for community development and social impact. Representatives […]
By Caribbean News Report The Government of Saint Lucia under the leadership of Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre, continues to prioritize the growth of the apiculture sector. On Friday, December 5th, 2024, at the 12th Caribbean Beekeeping Congress and the 4th OECS Hewanorra Honey Show, the Prime Minister reaffirmed the government’s commitment to advancing […]