The OECS Commission commenced the implementation of this Project, Recycle OECS. It is intended to reduce plastic pollution by developing and demonstrating an OECS model waste separation, collection, and recycling programme that takes into account a regional approach, self-financing, sustainability, and business viability.

The event is scheduled to take place on May 21 at the Finance Administrative Centre, and aims to: 1. Create a platform for learning, sharing experiences, and fostering sustainable partnerships. 2. Fulfill SLASPA's goal of enhancing stakeholder knowledge of the air and seaport industry while expanding the Authority's contractor database. 3. Sensitize and reacquaint participants with the diverse issues and processes associated with the Tender Process. 4. Introduce the latest industry trends. To register, visit: https://forms.gle/UutPERBfyyAYsoXZA

As the 2024 Hurricane Season approaches, Saint Lucia has initiated proactive steps to protect vulnerable communities from the devastating impact of natural disasters. A series of Anticipatory Action workshops has begun, led by the World Food Programme (WFP) in collaboration with the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment. In 2023, Saint Lucia, and other Caribbean governments participated in an initiative led by the WFP, focusing on the importance of anticipatory action in disaster preparedness. Since then, the WFP and the Ministry of Equity, have been diligently working on a plan tailored to Saint Lucia's needs.

The long process of updating Saint Lucia's Education Act is reaching the home stretch. The public will be presented with the most recent changes on Tuesday, May 21 at 5 p.m.

Soufriere Jazz 2024- the Ultimate Experience, lived up to its name. Organizers and patrons alike say the event was at an International Standard. The event saw a record number of patrons and a stellar lineup.

To address the root cause of poverty and uplift vulnerable communities across Saint Lucia, the transformative Koudmen Sent Lisi Programme will be relaunched by the SSDF, to reflect the diverse range of interventions relying on an integrated service delivery model among select stakeholders.

Several households in Soufriere will benefit from phase 2 of the National Housing Development Project. The Member of Parliament for Soufriere/Fond St Jacques says she is committed to improving the lives of all her constituents.

Sitting of the Senate (May 9, 2024) Part II

Sitting of the Senate (May 9, 2024) Part I

The importance of making reading accessible to all, formed a key highlight of the recent launch of the CAMDU-led Reading Month 2024. In a series of presentations engaging parents and students, dedication to exploring the worlds found between pages was outlined as providing significant opportunities for development.

Agriculture on the Move (May 8, 2024)

Saint Lucia Red Cross Address - 105th Anniversary of the Founding of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies