AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoCARICOM Focus: Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre says his CARICOM chairmanship will be people-centred, pushing integration that’s felt in communities, schools, homes and everyday opportunities as he takes over on July 1. Gender & Capacity Building: The OECS Commission launched a three-part Gender Mainstreaming staff training series to help embed gender-responsive planning across programmes, linked to the EC-STEMS project. Agriculture & Food Security: Agriculture Minister Lisa Jawahir unveiled a “Green Revolution” push with IICA and CATIE, aiming to modernize farming and strengthen climate resilience. Health Preparedness: Saint Lucia’s health officials continue strengthening national Ebola Virus Disease plans amid the WHO-declared public health emergency in the region. Education Win: Saint Lucia topped the Caribbean Primary Exit Assessment, improving scores in every subject, with girls outperforming boys nationwide. Water Woes: A new report highlights St Lucia’s ongoing water supply crisis, with residents still struggling despite major spending. Security in Soufrière: Police and stakeholders formed a working group to tackle crime and violence in Soufrière. Sports & Culture: Bonne Terre Blazers won the KFC Basketball League title; Tamis Modeste was crowned Soufrière Carnival Queen 2026. Local Agriculture Crisis: Outrage grows over starving cattle in Vieux Fort, with calls for stronger accountability and faster action.
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