Day: January 31, 2025

With road accidents on the rise, citizens are being called to help curb the crisis by participating in a national road safety survey. The initiative, led by Fred Engineering in partnership with the Ministry of Infrastructure, aims to assess public awareness and improve road safety measures. The survey is available online and through face-to-face interviews, running until February 14. With over 1,000 accidents and 22 fatalities recorded in 2024, officials stress that collective action is crucial to saving lives on Saint Lucia’s roads.

The Ministry of Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs is reaffirming its commitment to Saint Lucia’s aging population through a series of visits to elderly care homes. Led by the Elderly Affairs Unit, the initiative aims to strengthen collaboration with caregivers, assess needs, and enhance the quality of care for seniors. With the nation’s elderly population on the rise, the Ministry is focused on ensuring the necessary support systems are in place.

The Shotokan Karate-Do International Federation Saint Lucia (SKIF SLU) hosted its 55th Examination and Grading recently, marking another milestone in the development of karate on the island. Under the guidance of an esteemed panel of examiners, students from various dojos demonstrated their skills and dedication, advancing in rank.

Ahead of World Cancer Day on February 4th, the Ministry of Health is urging citizens to take action through its “Pledge 5 Campaign.” The initiative encourages donations to cancer support agencies, adopting five cancer-fighting habits, and scheduling annual screenings. The public is encouraged to participate in awareness activities and support the fight against cancer.

Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet is once again raising concerns about the government’s agreement with Global Ports Holding. Following the increase in the cruise passenger head tax that took effect on January 1st, Chastanet claims that the government’s deal with GPH is a poor one, arguing that the majority of the revenue from the increased taxes is going to the company, while the country misses out on potential funds to upgrade the ports itself. He has repeatedly criticized the agreement, which he believes heavily favors GPH, and continues to call for greater transparency in the deal.