A range of topical information based radio programming brought to you from the Government Information Service of Saint Lucia. This podcast aims to bring an array of programming to the listening public. Our goal is to keep listeners up to date with all government developments, from the political arena through to the cultural sphere. Learn about the latest policy changes, growth initiatives and social projects. Stay attuned to Saint Lucia's rich heritage and culture, from our annual Independen ...
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In the headlines: The Honourable Minister Shawn Edward speaks to creativity and innovation and; the Blue Economy of the Caribbean promises economic growth. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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St. Lucia and the world continue to build resilience following the devastation caused to the individual health systems by the Coronavirus of 2019. With assistance from the Caribbean Development Bank, the island hosted participants from countries within the region, for a 2-day Capacity Building and Resilience workshop. For details on these governmen…
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Health officials have expressed satisfaction with the progress made on the reconstruction of the La Ressource Wellness Centre. The facility was decommissioned after a mysterious fire, leaving the community to access care at the Richfond Facility. Health officials are looking forward to the recommissioning, which they say will bring much needed care…
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Debtors and Creditors will soon benefit from Insolvency Legislation
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The National Competitiveness and Productivity Council is at the forefront of the Insolvency legislation reform project. This crucial piece of legislation aims to establish a robust legal framework safeguarding individuals and businesses facing economic adversity, ensuring they receive the necessary protection amidst financial challenges. The antici…
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In the headlines: BELfund has Spearheaded Efforts to Reduce Unemployment & Empower Entrepreneurs in Saint Lucia and; The winners of this years Island Champs are rewarded for their efforts. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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Ministry of Health statement on the 68th Annual CARPHA Conference
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Saint Lucia is privileged to collaborate with the Caribbean Public Health Agency to host the 68th Annual Health Research Conference under the theme Violence in the Caribbean: “A Public Health Crisis” from Thursday 25-Saturday 27 April, 2024 at The Royalton. This conference is the largest health research conference in the English speaking Caribbean.…
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In the headlines: The Ministry of Agriculture endeavors to propel the beekeeping sector to greater Heights and; Saint Lucia can look forward to a restored and rehabilitated George Odlum National Stadium. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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Export Saint Lucia Empowers Local Businesses through EXCELP Workshop on Social Media Marketing
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Export Saint Lucia successfully conducted a pivotal component of its Exporter Capacity Enhancement Learning Program (EXCELP), focusing on social media marketing. The session, facilitated by key members of the Export Saint Lucia team, saw the participation of over 80 individuals virtually, from both the private and public sectors, including business…
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The Government of Saint Lucia enacts New Public Debt Management Legislation
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The Debt and Investment Unit in the Department of Finance announced the enactment of the new Public Debt Management Act 2023. The commencement of the Public Debt Management Act represents a significant step forward to ensure sound fiscal management and sustainable economic growth. This landmark legislation reaffirms the government’s commitment to r…
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In the headlines: The advancement of Saint Lucian Youth is the focus of Youth Month 2024 and; A Parenting Programme zeroes in on Developmental Issues Facing the Youth For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: The transformation of four secondary schools into full-fledged TVET Centres continues to progress positively and; The Royal Saint Lucia Police Force receive Cybercrime and Cryptocurrency training. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: The St. Lucia Bureau of Standards celebrates 33 years of service and; The SRDF Hosts a Labour Law Content Training Session. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: The Prime Minister of Saint Lucia has travelled to Brussels, Belgium and; World Health Day is observed under the theme, My Health My Right For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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Education Minister Hon. Shawn Edward, meets with cooks from the School Feeding Programme
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A recently held meeting between Education Minister Shawn Edward and cooks under the Schools Feeding Programme is being seen as a step in the right direction for improving the programme and ensuring that it is sustained for years to come. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc…
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Ginger Single Bud Technology/Nursery Development and Field Production Workshop
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Beekeepers have been equipped with essential business building strategies as the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security, and Rural Development endeavours to propel the sector to greater heights. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: Officials from the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival receive sponsorship Cheques and; the Ministry of Youth Development and Sports herald in youth month. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: The sod turning ceremony for the Micoud Jetty is held and; The Ministry of Tourism announce the 10 finalists of the National Tourism Speaking Competition. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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Progress being made at the Four TVET Schools
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Work to transform four secondary schools into full-fledged Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) Centered institutions is said to be progressing smoothly.
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In the headlines: Saint Lucia gets set to welcome Julian Alfred home and; The Mnister for Equity continues work towards the establishment of a National Youth Service Centre for Saint Lucia. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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The limelight was cast upon the fisheries sector as a significant stride forward for its development with a sod-turning ceremony recently conducted in Micoud. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: The Office of the Prime Minister announces that the unemployment rate has declined to its lowest rate in more than a decade and; The Government continues efforts to support vendors who have been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc…
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In the headlines: Beekeepers have been equipped with essential business building strategies and; CARPHA get set for the 68th Health Research Conference For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre has promised to review the Procurement Act to address bottlenecks that impede project implementation; and the Public Debt Management Act takes effect. For details on these government developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre presents the 2024-2025 Estimates, pledging sustainable growth and a more stable economic outlook for Saint Lucia, and the Ministry of Agriculture educates on yam rust. For details on these and more national developments, visit www.govt.lc
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Special Needs Schools from across the island converged on the La Resource Playing Field recently for a sports-meet with a difference. The annual event organized by the Special Education Unit was held on World Down Syndrome Day, on March 21.
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Ministry of Agriculture hosts farmers meetings on Yam Rust Disease
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The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security, and Rural Development intensifies the battle against the Yam Rust Disease gripping the agricultural sector, launching educational meetings island-wide.
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In the headlines: Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre has laid the Estimates of Revenue and Expenditure for fiscal year 2024-2025, and the Black Bay Farmers’ Cooperative has received support to resume seedling production. For details on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc
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WUSC, MOA visit Black Bay Farmers Cooperative
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The Black Bay Farmers’ Cooperative have received support to resume seedling production; an outcome of the partnership between the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Rural Development and Global Affairs Canada (GAC), and World University Services of Canada (WUSC).
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In the headlines: Qualified fishing vessel owners will now receive a $2.50 per gallon rebate on fuel, and CARPHA prepares for the 68th Annual Health Research Conference. For details on these national developments and more, visit www.govt.lc
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Saint Lucia has been playing host to a professional development retreat for leaders in the tertiary education sector across the Caribbean, Dubbed Caribbean Educational Leadership Institute, CELI 2024 the meeting which ended Friday at the Bel Jou Hotel sought to find solutions to emerging challenges facing tertiary education within the region.…
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In the headlines: the Sentencing Guidelines Advisory Committee of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court meet in Saint Lucia, and the Department of Fisheries announce new initiatives and programs for the sector. For details of these updates and more, visit www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: Saint Lucia and France strengthen cooperation, and today is World Down Syndrome Day. For updates on these developments and more, visit: www.govt.lc
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Taiwan Makes Greater Mobility Possible for Persons with Disabilities
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In a display of international solidarity and kindness, the Taiwanese government has generously provided essential mobility aids to the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment for distribution to vulnerable citizens. During a ceremony on March 12, 2024, at the Ministry’s conference room, the benevolent gesture was celebrated, signifying …
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Saint Lucia to observe World Tuberculosis Day
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March 24 marks the 42nd anniversary of World Tuberculosis Day since its beginning in 1982. The theme for 2024 is "Yes! We Can End TB." Persons who have tuberculosis disease have TB bacteria within them that is actively reproducing. Coughing will spread the disease to other persons who are exposed. Saint Lucia has the ability to eliminate TB. This r…
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In the headlines: the House of Assembly has a new Deputy Speaker, and staff at the Ministry of Health receive Geographic Information Systems training. For details on these and more government developments, visit: www.govt.lc
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In the headlines: the Minister for Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment delivers a compelling statement at a UN World Food Programme event, and medium, small, and micro enterprises benefit from free business enhancement training sponsored by the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project. For details of these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc…
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In the headlines: Francophonie month is launched, and the Government of Saint Lucia will host a two-day Cannabis Symposium this week.
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Windward Islands prepare Global Partnership for Education Compact
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Key technical teams from the four Windward Islands met this week in Saint Lucia to advance their work on a Partnership Compact initiative, funded by the Global Partnership for Education (GPE) to help transform education in the sub regional grouping.
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Saint Lucia’s Minister for Equity speaks at UN World Food Programme event
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Honorable Joachim Henry, Minister of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment of Saint Lucia, delivered a compelling statement at a major event held at the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) headquarters in Rome, Italy, shedding light on the pressing challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS). The event, dubbed ‘WFP in SIDS: Pe…
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Ministry of Health officers trained in GIS mapping
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Several departments within the Ministry of Health receive training to develop their Geographic Information Systems (GIS) capabilities which in turn will revolutionize the ways in which decisions are made to respond to outbreaks and disasters.
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In the headlines: Saint Lucia observes World Kidney Day, and the Department of Home Affairs convenes a critical review exercise with the management team of the Saint Lucia Fire Service. For details on these updates and more, visit www.govt.lc
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A select number of medium, small, and micro enterprises are benefiting from free business enhancement training sponsored by the Caribbean Digital Transformation Project and coordinated by the National Competitiveness and Productivity Council. Over 180 businesses are projected to benefit from the productivity training scheduled to conclude in 2026.…
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OECS PEARL plaque presentation ceremony at the Dennery Infant School
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Pilot schools of a Pre-Kindergarten initiative under the OECS Programme for Educational Advancement and Relevant Learning (OECS-PEARL) Project are now in operation following work accomplished over the past two years for the establishment of the new educational level within the government school structure.…
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In the headlines: The SSDF reintroduces the highly-impactful "Our Boys Matter" mentorship programme, and a handover ceremony is held in recognition of the Marchand Football League. For details on these updates and more, visit www.govt.lc
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World Kidney Day (WKD) provides a global platform to raise awareness of the importance of our kidneys to overall health and to reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and its associated health problems. Read: https://www.govt.lc/news/world-kidney-day-observed-tomorrow
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In the headlines: Several tourism projects receive funding, and the Water Resource Management Agency harnesses the power of Isotopic Hydrology. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc
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Government Notebook (March 12, 2024) In the headlines: The Caribbean Association of National Training Agencies (CANTA) reassesses Technical and Vocational Education standards within the Caribbean region, and the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs addresses global hearing loss. For details on these updates and more, visit: www.govt.lc…
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In a pioneering move towards sustainable water management, the Water Resource Management Agency is harnessing the power of Isotopic Hydrology to comprehensively characterize and safeguard groundwater resources. Watch via YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KHVEeINfKl8 For additional government updates visit www.govt.lc…
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'Our Boys Matter' Programme prepares more Saint Lucian youth for future success
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To address the issue of deviant behavior and the lack of employable skills among the nation's youth, the Saint Lucia Social Development Fund (SSDF), an agency under the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice, and Empowerment, has reintroduced the highly impactful Student Retreat component as part of its 'Our Boys Matter Programme.' The program targeted…
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