Government of Saint Lucia

In the headlines: The National Independence Baton Relay launches, and; the Minister for Equity undertakes a familiarization tour of community organizations. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition will officially implement the Event-Based Surveillance (EBS) system on island, which will assist with the collection and investigation of reports regarding unusual health events from healthcare workers and the community in a timely manner. This system will help the ministry to be more proactive in detecting and responding to emerging health risks. Eff...

The Environmental Health Division of the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition has partnered with residents of Anse La Raye to conduct an intensive source reduction and community cleanup campaign aimed at eliminating mosquito and rodent breeding sites. This initiative was undertaken in response to growing concerns over an increase in mosquito and vector breeding sites identified throughout th...

In the headlines: Saint Lucia launches its 47th anniversary of independence, and renowned economist Sir Tim Besley explores how to make economic policies work. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Newly appointed Minister for Equity, Labour, Gender, Elderly Affairs, Social Justice and Consumer Welfare, Hon. Emma Hippolyte, today undertook official visits to Cornerstone Humanitarian Society and the Saint Lucia Crisis Centre, as part of a broader familiarization and sensitization exercise across her expanded ministerial portfolio. The visits form part of the Minister’s ongoing effort to gain...

At a time when education systems across the region are being called to adapt, innovate, and respond to rapidly changing global realities, Saint Lucia’s education leadership is taking a proactive step forward. Today, the Minister for Education, Youth Development, Sports and Digital Transformation met with school principals from across the island, underscoring a renewed commitment to collaboration,...

In the headlines: Saint Lucia Jazz 2026 is reimagined as a lifestyle, and; the Saint Lucia Fire Service receives radiation sensing devices. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In 2025, the health system expanded Universal Health Coverage, improved health facilities, managed many health programs, health conditions ranging from infectious diseases, chronic non-communicable diseases and international, regional and local collaborations and Medical Missions. From the summary of the health status of the country, some of the health data analyzed are below: The Total Fertility...

In the headlines: The Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival boosts local talent, and; cruise tourism numbers trend toward a record-breaking year. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: A Saudi delegation applauds the completion of the St. Jude Hospital and Saint Lucia observes World Leprosy Day. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Through the Universal Health Coverage (UHC) project, the Ministry of Health hosted a robust four-day palliative care workshop for home caregivers. Led by Dr. Owen Gabriel and experts from Harvard Medical School. This initiative ensures our elderly receive the dignity, comfort, and professional care they deserve.

In the headlines: Major infrastructure work continues in Gros Islet, and the New Beginnings Transit Home celebrates its 15th anniversary. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Senior leadership within the Ministry of Education, Youth Development, Sports and Digital Transformation has begun a critical two-day strategic exercise aimed at sharpening direction, strengthening coordination, and repositioning education in Saint Lucia for the demands of a rapidly changing world. The Heads of Department Strategic Planning Meetings, which opened this morning, brings together tech...

World Leprosy Day is observed annually on the last Sunday of January and will be marked this year on January 25, as Saint Lucia joins the global community in raising awareness about leprosy. The observance provides an opportunity to reflect on the significant progress made in combating the disease while acknowledging the challenges that remain. Under the theme  “Leprosy is Curable; the Real Challe...

Community focal persons which include representatives from Red Cross, National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) and community disasters groups recently participated in a training workshop on Event-Based Surveillance (EBS) system. This training was hosted by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition and the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) and aims to familiarize the participant...

In the headlines: The last of Saint Lucia's Second World War veterans has passed, and; the agriculture organizations highlight the importance of small-scale farming in addressing food security. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The La Fargue Wellness Centre recently hosted an Open Day and Health Fair to mark the official reopening of the facility following refurbishment and upgrade works. The event highlighted the Ministry of Health's commitment to improving access to quality primary health care services, with residents from La Fargue and surrounding communities benefitting from free services including cervical cancer sc...

Education officials took to the streets to launch a harmonised curriculum that will impact primary education in schools in Saint Lucia and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS).

In the headlines: Senior education officials convened to chart a plan for the education sector, and the Food Security Competition Awards Ceremony showcases the importance of youth engagement in agriculture. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Division of Transport launches a road safety initiative, and; Prime Minister Honorable Philip J. Pierre says St. Lucia's investment profile is expected to strengthen in 2026 despite global economic uncertainty. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The future direction of Saint Lucia’s education system took centre stage this morning as the Ministers of Education and senior technical leaders convened for a high-level orientation with the Schools’ Supervision Team. The session focused on strengthening oversight, student support, and institutional coordination, critical pillars in ensuring that education delivery across the island remains respo...

In the headlines: The Inland Revenue Department is developing a new business plan to guide its operations from 2026 to 2029, and the government has announced plans to partner with the CARE Institute. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Ministry of External Affairs addresses the U.S. pause on immigrant visa processing, and Minister for Equity, Honorable Emma Hippolyte, meets with key agencies under her new portfolio. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Inland Revenue Department (IRD) is developing a new three-year Corporate Strategic Business Plan to guide its operations from 2026 to 2029. The week-long, in-house workshop brought together senior IRD leadership and consultants from the Caribbean Regional Technical Assistance Centre (CARTAC), who are providing technical guidance and facilitation.