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Agnes Francis Joins Global Marketing Elite with Prestigious FCIM Recognition

After more than three decades shaping brands, influencing public behavior campaigns, and helping Caribbean businesses expand into new markets, Saint Lucian marketing strategist and Accela Marketing Founder Agnes Francis has earned the highest professional distinction awarded by the Chartered...

NIC Warns Missing Employer Forms Could Delay Workers’ Benefits

The National Insurance Corporation (NIC) is warning employers across Saint Lucia that failure to submit outstanding contribution forms could leave workers facing delays in accessing critical benefits. In a statement issued Tuesday, the NIC urged employers to immediately regularize outstanding...

PM Pierre Introduces Conditions for Vendor Relief After Earlier Assurances

Vendors displaced by the ongoing redevelopment of the Castries Vendor Arcade could soon receive financial relief, after Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre confirmed Tuesday that government is preparing a support package for operators affected by the controversial relocation exercise. The...

New Export Rules Could Block Saint Lucia Sea Moss Shipments to the U.S.

Saint Lucia’s rapidly expanding sea moss industry is now facing stricter international export requirements, as exporters are being warned that shipments without key certification documents could be denied entry into overseas markets. Chief Executive Officer of Export Saint Lucia, Sunita...

NTU President Accuses Former Executive of Undercutting Union in Explosive Jazz Transport Dispute

A deepening rift within the National Taxi Union (NTU) has spilled into the public domain, with President Terry Valcin forcefully rejecting criticism from former executive member David “Shakes” Christopher while accusing him of competing against the very organization he...

Saint Lucia’s Calypso Tents Launch Ambitious 2026 Season

Saint Lucia’s calypso fraternity is promising a 2026 season that goes far beyond the battle for crowns, with tent leaders unveiling ambitious plans aimed at strengthening culture, expanding community outreach and developing the next generation of performers. As the island...

No Confidence In Leadership: National Taxi Union PRO David Christopher Resigns

Public Relations Officer (PRO) of the National Taxi Union, David Christopher has officially resigned from his position, citing a complete lack of confidence in the leadership of Union President Terry Valcin. In his resignation letter submitted to the Executive Committee,...

Minister Warns Against Snake Panic Fueled by Social Media Misinformation

Minister for Agriculture Lisa Jawahir is cautioning Saint Lucians against spreading and believing unverified reports about snakes circulating on social media, warning that misinformation is contributing to public panic amid growing concern over snake sightings across the island. THe appeal...

Saint Lucia Moves to Transform Economy with Aggressive Push Toward High-Value Exports

Saint Lucia is moving to fundamentally reshape its economy, with government and private sector leaders aligning on a strategy to transition the country away from traditional volume-based exports toward high-value, niche goods and services for global markets. That shift took...

Historic UN Vote Could Allow Saint Lucia to Pursue Climate Damages from Major Polluters

Saint Lucia and other vulnerable Small Island Developing States (SIDS) could soon have stronger legal grounds to pursue accountability from major polluting nations after the United Nations General Assembly approved a landmark climate resolution that significantly raises the stakes...

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Saint Lucia’s Nina Compton Lands Prestigious ESSENCE Honour, Earns Praise from Export Saint Lucia

Saint Lucian culinary star Chef Nina Compton has added another major international accolade to her growing list of achievements...