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St Lucia govt to set up $1M insurance scheme for banana, plantain farmers
Minister for Agriculture Hon. Alfred Prospere has announced that the government has reached an agreement with GK Insurance Limited to set up a landmark insurance scheme for registered banana and plantain farmers in Saint Lucia. The government will...
ST. LUCIA-COURT-American national fined for marijuana possession

Saint Lucia plans a 26 MWh solar plus storage project
St Lucia Electricity Services (LUCELEC) plans to tender a 10 MW solar plus storage project in St Lucia. According to an announcement released by the company, the facility will be the island’s second industrial-scale solar project. Construction...

Saint Lucia plans 10 MW solar project
Electric utility company St Lucia Electricity Services is set to tender a 10 MW solar project with accompanying battery energy storage later this year. July 14, 2025 Patrick Jowett Castries, capital of Saint Lucia Image: Omar Eagle/Unsplash St...

Coconut Bay Beach Resort and Spa review: St Lucia's answer to stress-free all-inclusive holidaying
Dreaming of a holiday to St. Lucia? I have just the place for you. There’s nowhere quite like the Caribbean, and as I stared out at the ocean from the entrance lobby, cool towel and freshly cut coconut in hand, I knew that Coconut Bay Beach Resort...

From Saint Lucia to Brazil, Tinubu returns to Abuja
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu returned to Abuja Saturday night from his trips to Saint Lucia and Brazil. He was welcomed at the Presidential wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe Airport, Abuja by the Minister for Budget and Economic Planning, Abubakar Atiku,...

Saint Lucia’s Employers Join National Fight for Healthier Workplaces
- Advertisement - Saint Lucia – The Saint Lucia Employers’ Federation (SLEF) is lending its voice to the national campaign for healthier lifestyles by calling on businesses across the island to make workplace wellness a strategic priority. At a...

Saint Lucia Launches National Event-Based Surveillance System for Public Health
Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Sharon Belmar-George Saint Lucia has taken a bold step toward enhancing its national health security with the official launch of a National Event-Based Surveillance (EBS) System, designed to ensure early detection and...

Saint Lucia’s Ministry Of Equity Deepens Ties With Martinique-Based Donor Organizations
- Advertisement - Saint Lucia – In an effort to continue strengthening regional partnerships in support of Saint Lucia’s social protection systems and disaster resilience efforts, officials of the Ministry of Equity, Social Justice and Empowerment...

Tinubu’s state visit to Saint Lucia
The recent eight-day visit by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to Saint Lucia, an Island country in the Caribbean, not only attracted criticisms, but also acclamation. Amidst some of the challenges bedeviling Nigeria, a cross-section of Nigerians have...

Saint Lucian teen charged with attempting to commit murder
Condoleezza Henry A Saint Lucian teen, Condoleezza Henry, appeared yesterday at the Georgetown Magistrate’s Court before Acting Chief Magistrate Faith McGusty, charged with possession of a firearm and ammunition without a licence, robbery under...

Saint Lucia Carnival enters final week with packed schedule
Carnival has entered its climactic final week, promising an unforgettable explosion of music, colour and culture. From the pulsating rhythms of Dennery Segment to the fierce battles of calypso and soca monarch competitions, the country is ready to...

Team Saint Lucia Finishes 6th at CARICOM Classic 2025 Chess Tournament
R Gabriel on board 1;CM Elizee on board 2; WCM Wahid on board 3; Lambert on board 4. Photo via Saint Lucia Chess Federation The Saint Lucia Chess Federation (SLCF) has commended the national chess team on a commendable 6th place finish at the...

Planning a Couples Trip? These Are the 17 Best Adults-Only Resorts in St. Lucia
St. Lucia is one of the most romantic destinations in the Caribbean — a lush island of dramatic landscapes, emerald peaks, and golden beaches. It’s a haven for couples looking to unwind, reconnect, or celebrate something special, whether it’s a...

Sunny skies or quiet shores? How to pick the best time to visit St. Lucia
In my opinion, St. Lucia easily ranks among the best Caribbean islands to visit. It’s a destination that truly has it all, from dramatic volcanic beaches to incredible rainforests to charming fishing villages to top-tier luxury resorts. Whether...

Saint Lucia Medical And Dental Association Partners With The Blood Bank
- Advertisement - Saint Lucia – The Saint Lucia Medical and Dental Association recently took the opportunity to partner with the Blood Bank to undertake a blood drive activity. This activity was aimed at ensuring the doctors also play their part...

Saint Lucia Hosts Successful DIHMAR 4 Meeting
Caribbean Maritime Leaders Align on Safety, Sustainability, and Regional Cooperation Sponsored | Article continues below Photo via GOSL Saint Lucia recently took centre stage in regional maritime governance by successfully hosting the 4th Regional...
SLP ENDORSES SENATOR LISA JAWAHIR FOR CASTRIES SOUTH EAST
Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre, Political Leader of the incumbent Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP), has publicly thanked Joachim Henry for his dedicated service to the nation, affirming that Henry will not be seeking re-election. Senator Lisa...

Expert queries SVG’s grab for TT-run airspace
News Sean Douglas 6 Hrs Ago Ramesh Lutchmedial, former Civil Aviation Authority director general - FORMER director-general of the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) Ramesh Lutchmedial is questioning moves by St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) Prime...
FOREIGN DOCTOR CHARGED FOR PRACTICING MEDICINE WITHOUT LICENSE IN SAINT LUCIA.
A shocking breach of medical protocol has landed a foreign national in legal trouble, after authorities discovered that he had been practicing medicine in Saint Lucia without a valid license. This triggered swift action by the office of the chief...