Government of Saint Lucia

In the headlines: The Government of Saint Lucia launches a summer unemployment programme and Prime Minister Honourable Philip J. Pierre has provided an update on road infrastructure works that will be undertaken in the District of Gros Islet. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

Four Saint Lucian students are preparing to embark on academic journeys in Hungary, after receiving scholarships under the Stipendium Hungaricum programme.

In the headlines: 50 art students will represent Saint Lucia at Carifesta 2025, and; a Southeast Coast project strengthens agriculture and livelihoods. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Gros Islet Recreational Beach Park opens and; the Ministry of Equity revitalizes culture among youth in Choiseul through music. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The Environmental Health Division within the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs recently held a vector roadshow in the community of Choiseul as part of the Vector Awareness Campaign. Residents of the community were engaged with educational messages, practical demonstrations and prevention tips which will play a great part in reducing the spread of vector-borne diseases such as Dengue...

Dozens of young Saint Lucian creatives are preparing to join hundreds from across the region in celebrating regional culture at the Caribbean’s premier cultural showcase CARIFESTA XV.

In the headlines: The Ministry of Health solicits public input on a mental health bill and; health officials give progress report following St. Jude visit. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: A state-of-the-art hydroponic facility opens in Union and; Education Minister Honorable Shawn Edward endorses educational support for students. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Dennery Hospital hosts Spaces of Development Fair and; Grande Riviere Home Owners Association gives back to their community. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Eleven students awarded Cuban scholarships and an upgraded Jeremy Street Plaza enhances the city's tourism appeal. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank establishes A Financial Conduct and Inclusion Office, and; the Ministry of Sports endorses the Caribbean Film Festival. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

A fresh group of Saint Lucian students are preparing to embark on academic journeys in the Republic of Cuba, having been awarded full scholarships to pursue studies in various disciplines. The awardees were officially congratulated by the Minister of Education during a brief send-off ceremony.

The Dennery Hospital recently collaborated with the Faces of Development Summer Camp to provide health screening, wellness checks and educational information to participants of the camp and residents of Dennery through a health fair. The health fair was undertaken at the Clendon Mason Memorial School and was aimed at ensuring health professions educate and empower community members on the importan...

In the headlines: Saint Lucia to implement an insurance program for the unemployed.and Ministry of Health advances HIV prevention via sensitization workshops. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Government launches the MIC7 survey, strengthening its approach to data-driven policy and; investigative officers are enforcing government's zero-rated VAT policy. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

A week-long workshop at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College is preparing instructors from across the Caribbean to service electric and hybrid vehicles. The initiative is in direct alignment with national goals for TVET training, sustainability and technical workforce development.

Tune in today and catch the latest stories shaping our region. This week: ⿡ The 2025 OECS Boxing Championships successfully concluded. ⿢ The UBEC business development services information session in Grenada empowers blue Economy Entrepreneurs.  ⿣ The staff of the OECS Commission pay tribute to Her Excellency Elma Gene Isaac, a long-serving Commissioner of the OECS, Ambassador of Saint Lucia to CAR...

In the headlines: The Saint Lucia government secures financing to revitalize the island's water infrastructure and; the Immigration Department has begun issuing 10-year passports. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities has officially launched a state of the arts aquaponics facility and its associated Organic Able brand. The facility is located in the south of the island and is operated and managed by persons with disabilities.

Healthcare professionals and Private Sector Providers recently got the opportunity to participate in a workshop on the use and prescribing of Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP). The workshop was aimed at building the capacity and knowledge of participants on PrEP and to also take a look at the proper practices for prescribing the medication, explore key indications for PrEP use and also discuss some...

In the headlines: The Ministry of Agriculture is developing a national food production plan to safeguard food security and; 130 students enter the public service as part of government's summer employment program. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Prime Minister Honorable Philip J. Pierre addresses the lingering impact of slavery and; 44 St. Lucian students head to Taiwan on full scholarships. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc

In the headlines: Several faith-based organizations receive government subventions and; access to Reduit Beach is restricted to facilitate construction works. For details on these stories and more, visit www.govt.lc