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Sparking and sustaining grassroots advocacy for climate justice in the Caribbean

The Caribbean Natural Resources Institute (CANARI) and Caribbean Climate Justice Alliance are very pleased to support climate justice advocacy led by six civil society…

3 Sept 2026 · 2m read

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United Nations launches regional Campaign to advance disability-inclusive employment across the Caribbean

Persons with disabilities across the Caribbean are set to gain greater access to employment opportunities with the recent launch of the United Nations’ ‘HireAbility Campaign’,…

2 Sept 2026 · 3m read

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Advantage General Insurance Company Rebrands to Sagicor General Insurance Jamaica

Advantage General Insurance Company, one of Jamaica’s most recognised and trusted general insurance providers, has officially rebranded as Sagicor General Insurance Jamaica…

2 Sept 2026 · 2m read

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Caribbean Energy Leaders to Convene in The Bahamas to Strengthen Regional Collaboration and Drive Solutions for the Caribbean’s Energy…

The annual CARILEC Resilient/Renewable Energy Community (CAREC) Conference & Exhibition 2026 will convene the Caribbean energy community to advance practical solutions to the…

2 Sept 2026 · 3m read

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Celebrates the Successful Completion of the CAD-UWI Scholarship Programme by Three Outstanding Scholars

The Caribbean Association of Banks (CAB) proudly celebrates the academic achievements of three outstanding professionals who have successfully completed their studies under the…

1 Sept 2026 · 2m read

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Blue Lagoon Island Welcomes “The Breakfast Club”: A Trio of Capybaras Join The Bahamas’ Premier Private Island

Blue Lagoon Island has a new welcoming committee: a trio of capybaras named Maple, Waffle and Biscuit, collectively known as “The Breakfast Club.” Their arrival marks the first…

31 Aug 2026 · 1m read

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President Ali Calls for “Multidimensional” Approach to Address Cost-of-Living Crisis

President Dr Mohamed Irfaan Ali said rising cost of living in Guyana stems from several converging factors, ranging from global imported inflation to shifting consumer habits and…

26 Aug 2026 · 1m read

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Guyana Leads Push to Boost Regional Food Production

Guyana is positioning its agricultural sector as a regional production and investment hub, leveraging its land, freshwater resources, expanding infrastructure and strategic access…

25 Aug 2026 · 1m read

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FAO promotes a new agenda to mobilize investment in agrifood systems in Latin America and the Caribbean

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) brought together 70 representatives from governments, regional integration mechanisms, international cooperation…

25 Aug 2026 · 4m read

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“We tell mothers to breastfeed but do we make it possible?”

The room grows quiet as a newborn’s first cry cuts through the air. Within moments, the baby is placed gently against its mother’s bare chest, fingers unfolding as it adjusts to…

25 Aug 2026 · 2m read

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Bahamian Patient Finds Answers, Undergoes Robotic Kidney Surgery at Health City Cayman Islands

After years of uncertainty, repeated tests and postponed surgeries, 59-year-old Bahamian Charlene Dorsette arrived at Health City Cayman Islands seeking clarity about a large mass…

21 Aug 2026 · 3m read

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Anguilla Strengthens Luxury Travel Partnerships at Virtuoso Travel Week 2026

The Anguilla Tourist Board (ATB) strengthened relationships with leading luxury travel advisors and industry partners during Virtuoso Travel Week 2026, reinforcing the…

21 Aug 2026 · 1m read

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SOTIC 2026 to Feature Cruise Master Class as Guyana Advances Cruise Tourism Ambitions

The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO), in collaboration with Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence, will host a special Cruise Master Class during the 2026 State of the Tourism…

20 Aug 2026 · 1m read

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GOVERNMENT ADVANCES BUDGET PROMISE TO TRAIN POLICE OFFICERS AS PROSECUTORS

The Government of Saint Lucia is advancing a commitment made in the 2026/2027 Budget to provide law scholarships to police officers and improve the Prosecution Unit of the Royal…

20 Aug 2026 · 1m read

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Caribbean Poised to Attract Future Global Investment

To increase global capital, planning and policy-making across the Caribbean region, the public and private sectors must be “punctilious, increasingly evidence-based, data-driven,…

18 Aug 2026 · 2m read

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PM Holness Urges National Unity to Drive Major Rebuilding Effort

As the nation marks 64 years of Independence amid ongoing post-Hurricane Melissa recovery efforts, prime minister, Andrew Holness, has called on Jamaicans to unite behind what he…

18 Aug 2026 · 2m read

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CDB and GCF Finance US$27 Million Initiative to Strengthen Early Warning Systems in Belize and Trinidad and Tobago

The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), through its partnership with the Green Climate Fund (GCF), is financing a USD 27.1 million initiative to scale up hydrometeorological…

18 Aug 2026 · 2m read

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Fidel at 100: A Legacy of Dignity, Solidarity and ResilienceBy Miguel Fraga, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to the Commonwealth of…

Today, August 13, 2026, Cuba commemorates the 100th anniversary of the birth of Fidel Castro, the historic leader of the Cuban Revolution. But on this centenary, we are not paying…

13 Aug 2026 · 3m read

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Anguilla Tourism Director Champions Regional Unity and Youth Development

Anguilla’s tourism director is urging more young people to pursue careers in hospitality and calling on Caribbean destinations to collaborate rather than compete, saying the…

11 Aug 2026 · 2m read

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Barbados Moves to Build a Stronger Education System While Maximizing Every Dollar

Walk into a primary school classroom in Barbados, and you see all the right elements: eager and curious kids, dedicated teachers, and a culture that truly values education. Visit…

11 Aug 2026 · 3m read

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Guyana’s New Energy Agreements Usher in New Era of Caribbean Integration

Guyana and Jamaica’s decision to establish a joint energy working group marks the latest step toward a more integrated Caribbean energy market, as the region’s fastest-growing oil…

10 Aug 2026 · 2m read

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Jamaica and Ghana Move to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation

Jamaica and the Republic of Ghana are poised to deepen cooperation in key areas, including health, education, tourism and air services, following extensive bilateral discussions…

10 Aug 2026 · 4m read

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The Choiseul-Saltibus Constituency Group of the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) hosted a highly successful and energised Annual General…

In fulfillment of a major campaign promise, Hon. Keithson “Kiffo” Charles, Minister for Physical Development and Public Utilities and Parliamentary Representative for…

5 Aug 2026 · 2m read

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Antigua and Barbuda Wins First-Ever Miss Caribbean Culture Queen Title

Antigua and Barbuda has made pageant history after Zaine Frederick was crowned Miss Caribbean Culture Queen 2026, becoming the country’s first representative to win the…

4 Aug 2026 · 1m read