Junior Jazz Event Makes A Return

A call tonight for more local jazz musicians to appear on the main stage of the Saint Lucia Jazz and Arts Festival.

The United Workers Party is calling upon the government to take steps to spare the nation embarrassment as well as sanctions over the island’s its Citizenship By Investment Program. This comes as the clock is winding down on MSR Media’s invitation to present the government with evidence of corruption in the nation’s CIP Program.

The Republic of China (Taiwan) has pledged its continued support for the local youth economy. The Taiwanese Ambassador to Saint Lucia signed an agreement with Prime Minister and Youth Economy Minister Philip Pierre on Tuesday. The Youth Economy Agency, which was established by the Youth Economy Act No. 17 of 2022, and launched in March 2023, provides young people between 18 and years old with a special economic space to turn hobbies into entrepreneurship and skills into businesses.

On Tuesday, April 30th, 2024, senators met to debate the 2024/2025 Appropriation Bill. Government Senator, Lisa Jawahir, is optimistic about the plans which the government is to implement as part of its “year of infrastructure.” However, the opposition senators are calling for more information and transparency concerning the information within the budget presented by the prime minister.

Today, our people speak to an open mic.

A call for major adjustments to be made at the Labour Department ahead of the implementation of the new minimum livable wage in August.

The Youth Economy Agency is hosting a week-long Business Readiness Workshop. This workshop aims to sensitize and equip one hundred youth entrepreneurs with essential knowledge and resources to navigate the complexities of entrepreneurship. Throughout the week, experts will provide invaluable insights into various aspects of business operation and management.

Saint Lucias will have the chance to experience the first African singer to perform at the Grammys live in concert. Burna Boy and his band will be performing at the Sabb Playing Field in Castries on Friday. Local artistes will also be performing alongside the afro beat’s star.

The seven (7) delegates participating in the 2024 National Carnival Queen Pageant were officially presented to their corporate sponsors over the weekend, at the annual Sashing Ceremony held at Sandals Grande Saint Lucian Spa and Beach Resort.

Dramacan Talent House in collaboration with The Theatre Arts Schools Association (TASA) teamed up to host a “Playmaking Symposium” last Friday. The event also served as the official launch of the Theatre Arts Schools Association and the launch of a book based on the local film production titled the “grow pwel rehab centre”.

Vendors at the Castries Vendor’s Arcade have submitted a petition to the Castries Constituency Council asking for a meeting to discuss a new lease agreement with the CCC. According to vendors, some were asked to sign without being sufficiently educated on the contents of the lease.

During his first budget debate as the newly appointed Minister for Persons with Disabilities, Jeremiah Norbert passionately advocated for significant changes to improve access and support for those living with disabilities.

The Monsignor Patrick Anthony Folk Research Centre has partnered with UNESCO for the 'Bridging Heritage and Livelihoods- Plas Sesenne Museum Project'. This project aims to create a museum at the former residence of Dame Marie Selipha Sessene Descartes. The museum will also honor other stalwarts who have contributed to the island’s culture.

The Eastern Caribbean Alliance for Diversity and Equality (ECADE) has welcomed what it sees as an historic victory for human rights with the April 22nd ruling by the High Court in Dominica, that criminalizing consensual same sex acts is unconstitutional. This landmark decision which comes on the heels of similar decisions in Trinidad and Tobago, Barbados, St. Kitts Nevis and Antigua & Barbuda, marks a significant step forward in the fight against discrimination and stigma faced by LGBTQ+ individuals across the Caribbean.

The Department of Labour held an open air fair at Constitution Park on Friday, to sensitize the public on labour legislations and to create an awareness of the rights enshrined in the Act.

Retired Chartered Accountant, Richard Peterkin, is optimistic about the Prime Minister's Budget. Calling it one of the best he has seen in 30 years, Peterkin points to improvements in the country’s economy as one of the highlights of the prime minister’s address.

The nation’s homicide toll has risen to 32, after twenty-five-year-old, Kervon Adonis, was fatally shot. The shooting occurred at Grand Riviere, Gros-Islet in the wee hours of Thursday 25th April, 2024.

Thecla Goodman has been elected as the new president of the St. Lucia Civil Association. The CSA electoral commission is reporting a greater voter turnout.