Government of Saint Lucia

Following the completion of SMART rehabilitative works on the Fond Assau Wellness Centre under the OECS Regional Health Project, the facility officially reopened its doors to serve the residents of the community. The wellness centre is now a more upgraded and comfortable space for residents to access health services. With the SMART works undertaken, the facility is more resilient to managing durin...

In the headlines: Construction work at the Hewanorra International Airport will begin in the first half of the year, and the media launch for the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival is scheduled for next week. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

January is observed as Cervical Cancer Awareness Month and therefore the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition has renewed its commitment to ending cervical cancer as a public health problem—an achievable goal when we vaccinate, screen, and treat in a timely and equitable way. Saint Lucia has already made meaningful strides towards elimination targets and has seen increased HPV coverage in gi...

Senior Leadership within the Ministry of Health which included the Minister for Health, Permanent Secretary, Heads of Departments, representatives from projects such as OECS Regional Health Project and CDB and high level representatives from St. Jude Hospital and OKEU Hospital met for an Introductory and Strategic Meeting at the Bay Gardens Hotel. The purpose of the meeting was to assess the progr...

In the headlines: The government of Saint Lucia advances reforms to support business development and; farmers are being asked to prepare for a severe dry season. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Minister in the Ministry of Education , Danny Butcher who has responsibility for Special Schools, has undertaken visits to all five Special Education Institutions on Island.

In the headlines: A discretionary MOU between Saint Lucia and the US will allow for the transfer of third country nationals from the United States and; the 2026 Nobel Laureate Festival is underway. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Prime Minister Honorable Philp J. Pierre delivers a New Year address to the nation at the start of a new term and; newly assigned ministers visit the departments under their purview. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Government of Saint Lucia is exhibiting its commitment to ensuring schools on the island are given the best environment in which to operate.  Minister in the Ministry of Education, Honourable Danny Butcher toured a numbe of schools in the south of the island to get a feel of the enthusiasm within the school population at the start of a new school term.

A delegation of senior officials from the Ministry of Education, headed by newly-appointed Minister Hon. Kenson Casimir has successfully conducted a tour of schools in Education District ONe, which saw them visit nine schools in one day.

Throughout 2025, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Rural Development advanced a bold and coordinated agenda focused on food security, climate resilience, and sustainable livelihoods. Through strategic partnerships, targeted investments, and people-centered action, the Ministry delivered measurable results for farmers, fishers, and communities, strengthening national product...

As the new school year begins, Hon. Kenson Casimir, Minister for Education, extends best wishes to students, parents, teachers and administrators for a successful and productive academic year.

Candidates writing the Caribbean Examinations Council January 2026 CSEC Examinations are being advised that there will be some important details they will need to know regarding the method of Examination administration.

New Minister, Hon. Lisa Jawahir Signals Bold Vision for Food Security and Innovation in Agriculture.

In the headlines this week: ☑️ Five Caribbean Nations team up to develop geothermal energy. ☑️ The 64th Annual Antigua Charter Yacht Show brings together some of the world’s most iconic luxury vessels and leading players in the global yachting industry. ☑️ The OECS has successfully completed its mission to Caribbean Innovation Days.

Thirteen healthcare professionals recently graduated and became certified rapid HIV and syphilis testers following a ceremony hosted by the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition. This certification of healthcare professionals marks a significant milestone in Saint Lucia’s national response to HIV/AIDS and the prevention of congenital syphilis. The newly certified testers are nurses, community...

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition, through the National Early Warning System (EWS) for new and emerging drug threats, urging citizens and visitors to exercise extreme caution regarding the use of illicit substances. Illicit substances are substances that are manufactured, sold, processed or used illegally or in a manner not intended for legitimate medical purposes. Recent intelligence...

A new chapter of leadership is underway at the Ministry of Education, Youth Development, Sports and Digital Transformation, as Honourable Kenson Casimir officially assumed duties today as Minister, alongside Minister in the Ministry of Education, Honourable Danny Butcher, who has responsibility for Early Childhood, Continuing and Special Education, and Digital Transformation. The first day was mar...

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs recently collaborated with several key development partners to officially  launch a national training initiative for healthcare providers with the aim of strengthening adolescent healthcare in Saint Lucia. The training session brought together a wide cross-section of medical professionals who are committed to improving service delivery for the n...

In a vibrant effort to bridge cultural connections through cuisine, the Taiwan Technical Mission partnered with the National Skills Development Centre (NSDC) to offer specialized culinary training in authentic Taiwanese cooking. 

As the festive season approaches and demand for fresh meat increases, the Environmental Health Division of the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture and the Royal Saint Lucia Police Force, hosted a series of meetings and training sessions aimed at strengthening food safety standards and supporting local butchers to ensure the safe and l...

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs is closely monitoring the increasing influenza activity in several regions worldwide and continues to strengthen public health interventions geared towards reducing local transmission and safeguarding public health.  Among the circulating respiratory viruses globally, influenza has been primarily linked to the recent increases in cases and hospi...

The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs has undertaken a creative and powerful strategy to bring awareness about HIV to the population through the hosting of a bingo competition. The bingo competition included the participation of the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Tourism. Also, the Ministry of Health took the opportunity to collaborate and engage artist Arthur Allain to...

In the headlines this week: ☑️ OECS Trade Finance Workshop targets systemic barriers to SMEs accessing finance to grow their businesses ☑️ OECS Commission extends deadline for the OECS Student Census