AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTourism & Airlift: St. Lucia’s Tourism Minister Ernest Hilaire says the winter season (Nov 2026–Mar 2027) is set for a boost, with 295,244 seats expected—up 7.3% year-on-year—plus major gains from the US, Canada, and new/expanded services. Kwéyòl Heritage Month: The Folk Research Centre will officially launch Kwéyòl Heritage Month 2026 on Sept. 30 at the Laborie Market, with a month of cultural events celebrating Kwéyòl language and identity. Arts & Culture: The Calypso Review Committee marked the 15th anniversary of Jeff Elva (“The Mighty Pelay”) with a Grand Kaiso Exhibition at Constitution Park, while tributes continue for calypso legend Mighty Sparrow, who died at 91. Youth & Community: Junior Achievement Saint Lucia was honoured at the JA Americas Leadership Summit for reviving the programme through private-sector support. Safety Call: Police report a sharp rise in fatal and non-fatal road crashes, renewing calls for stiffer penalties for reckless driving. Sports: The Piton Boyz bounced back with a 5-2 win over Bermuda in CONCACAF Nations League action; Saint Lucia also earned chess medals at the 2026 Olympiad in Uzbekistan.
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