Agriculture Ministry Launches Red Snapper Pilot to Strengthen Food Security and Blue Economy

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Mining is advancing Jamaica’s food security and pioneering a new frontier in blue economy sustainability through a Red Snapper Cage Culture Fin Fish Pilot Project. The project is spearheaded by the United...

Home Care Providers In Saint Lucia Receive Permanent Tenure

- Advertisement - Saint Lucia – A total of 667 Home Care Providers converged at the National Cultural Centre last week, to receive letters of permanent employment. Their transition to permanent tenure effectively ended a system where Home Care...

Foundation work begins on Saint Lucia’s new Halls of Justice

Construction of Saint Lucia’s long-awaited Halls of Justice has reached a major milestone. On October 4, crews poured the first section of the foundation for the Annexe Building, which will house six new criminal courts. The pour marked the...

Dennery Segment anchors Saint Lucian Carnival international launch

The international launch for Saint Lucian Carnival is being held for the fourth year in Miami as part of Miami’s annual Carnival celebration. Miami Carnival, which started on October 4, culminates on October 12 with the parade of the bands and a...

Saint Lucia Wins Big at World Travel Awards

Photo credit: SLTA Saint Lucia cemented its position as one of the Caribbean’s leading destinations for world-class events and luxury experiences as it hosted the World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony 2025 on Saturday,...

CARICOM urges preservation of Caribbean as ‘Zone of Peace’

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has reiterated the need to preserve the region as a Zone of Peace, amid concerns over increased security activity and recent United States military operations in Caribbean waters. In a statement issued on October...

Saint Lucia emerges as a leader in authentic, nature-focused Caribbean tourism

8 October 2025 Saint Lucia is emerging as a key player in the Caribbean’s changing tourism landscape, tapping into rising demand for authentic, immersive, and sustainable travel. Tourists enjoy the lush landscapes of Saint Lucia Often called the...

Return to the Barber’s Shop 2

with Chidi Amuta When I arrived the Barber’s shop, there was excitement. Recitations of my past heroic exploits in the realm of journalism and contacts with the high and mighty in government and power filled the air. I had always gone and returned...

Saint Lucia to open Prosthetic Limb Centre next year at Tapion Hospital

The Ministry of Home Affairs signed a memorandum of understanding last Friday with Tapion Hospital and Rotary Caribbean Plus to open an artificial limb centre in Saint Lucia. The centre aims to make prosthetic limbs more accessible and affordable...

St. Lucia OPINION: What cannabis legislation can teach us about foreign direct investment (Part 1)

(St. Lucia Times) – More often than not, when you hear the vox populi describe the intrinsic issues and drawbacks of foreign direct investment and development, they note among other things that the investors come in without capital, they receive...

Saint Lucia pushes for healthier school meals through Regional Nutrition Workshop

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs, in collaboration with the EU-Caribbean Nutrition (EU-CaN) initiative and the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO), recently hosted a two-day nutrition workshop at the Harbor Club Hotel in...

Saint Lucian entrepreneur secures US$54K Grant for BizConnect initiative

Michelle Samuel’s upcoming BizConnect Caribbean programme is gearing up to make a meaningful impact and it’s happening right here in Saint Lucia. Samuel, founder and CEO of SLUDTERA as well as the programme lead for BizConnect, recently secured...

Saint Lucian Woman Charged in Connection with Ponzi Scheme

Electra Fernand [Photo credit: RSLPF]A Saint Lucian woman has been charged in connection with the Creators Alliance Ponzi scheme. The Major Crimes Unit conducted a thorough investigation and surveillance over three months, leading to the arrest of...

Saint Lucia regulator sets year-end target for cannabis bills

Saint Lucia’s new cannabis regulator says two cornerstone bills are before Cabinet and could pass before year-end, setting up a licensing framework that prioritises legacy cultivators, and channels the industry’s value through a central trading...

Saint Lucia’s Senior Dental Surgeon Participates In Oral Health Pacific Islands Association (OPIA) Conference In Vanuatu, Fiji

- Advertisement - Saint Lucia – Saint Lucia is making strides towards networking and developing innovative approaches to improve oral health outcomes in country, following the participation of Senior Dental Surgeon, Dr. Sherry Ephraim-Le Compte at...

The Absolute Best Hotels In St. Lucia

St. Lucia has long been one of the most popular places for holidaymakers looking to unwind, and for good reason. With beautiful beaches, lush, exotic greenery, tranquil sunsets and breathtaking views thanks to the infamous Piton Peaks, a UNESCO...

Saint Lucia upbeat ahead of OECS golf

A strong and confident Saint Lucian team travelled to St Kitts and Nevis a day early for the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Amateur Golf Championships. Dwayne King, public relations officer of the Saint Lucia Golf Association,...

Saint Lucia, Cambodia Establish Diplomatic Relations

Saint Lucia’s foreign ministry is touting its new diplomatic ties with Cambodia as a step toward deeper cooperation on tourism, climate resilience and investment. The formal agreement, signed on September 26 during the 80th session of the United...

Saint Lucia Takes Bold Steps To Ensure Healthier School Food Environments

- Advertisement - Saint Lucia – The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs in collaboration with EU-Caribbean Nutrition (EU-CaN) and the Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) recently hosted a two- day nutrition workshop at the Harbor...

Record-breaking 750 000 visitors expected as Saint Lucia reopens cruise ship season

Coming off a “record-breaking” 2024–2025 season that “welcomed over 650 000 cruise passengers”, Saint Lucia has officially reopened its 2025–2026 season today with projections to surpass those figures by 14 per cent, aiming for 750 000 cruise...