MINISTRY WARNS OF RESPIRATORY RISKS AS SAHARAN DUST BLANKETS ISLAND
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs is urging members of the public to exercise caution as Saint Lucia experiences elevated levels of Saharan dust, which continue to blanket the island and pose significant health risks—especially for individuals with pre-existing respiratory conditions.
UNDP LAUNCHES RESTORATIVE JUSTICE TOOL KIT
In a major step toward modernizing regional justice systems, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has officially handed over a Victim-Offender Mediation (V-OM) Toolkit to the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court, signaling growing momentum for the adoption of restorative justice practices across the subregion. The toolkit, the first of its kind in the Caribbean, is designed to help ease systemic backlogs and improve outcomes for both victims and offenders by promoting dialogue and accountability over traditional court proceedings.
WORKSHOP AIMS TO EMPOWER STRUGGLING PARENTS AND STRENGTHEN FAMILIES
On Friday, the Saint Lucia Crisis Centre, in collaboration with the Division of Gender Affairs, hosted a Parental Guidance Workshop aimed at empowering parents—especially struggling single parents—to better navigate the challenges of raising children and reshaping their families for a more stable future.
TRUCKERS AND SLASPA REACH DEAL TO EASE PORT CONGESTION
After days of protest over worsening space constraints at Port Castries, truckers and port officials have reached an agreement on immediate corrective measures. With container haulage services set to resume Monday, the central government has directed SLASPA to act urgently to address long-standing logistical challenges, signaling a potential turning point in the ongoing standoff.
HEALTH MINISTRY EXPOSES TOBACCO INDUSTRY TACTICS ON WORLD NO TOBACCO DAY
In observance of World No Tobacco Day 2025, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs—through the Substance Abuse Advisory Council Secretariat—reaffirms its commitment to tobacco control and the protection of public health.
This year’s global theme, “Unmasking the Appeal,” shines a spotlight on the deceptive and manipulative tactics used by the tobacco and nicotine industries, especially those aimed at youth.
PUBLIC INVITED TO EXPERIENCE LIFE WITHOUT SIGHT AT BLIND WELFARE EVENT
On Thursday, the Saint Lucia Blind Welfare Association (SLBWA) hosted its signature awareness initiative, “Walk in My Shoes,” giving members of the public—including representatives from various government ministries—an opportunity to experience the daily realities of living with blindness.
SAINT LUCIA CRUISE PORT RECORDS GROWTH AS OFFICIALS PLAN FOR EXPANSION
Saint Lucia Cruise Port, the Ministry of Tourism, and key stakeholders met Friday to review the island’s record-setting cruise season and plan for future growth. With over 723,000 cruise visitors in 2024—an 18% increase—officials are now focused on infrastructure upgrades as Global Ports Holding marks one year managing the port.
STREET VIBES – MAY 30TH, 2025
STREET VIBES – MAY 30TH, 2025
