Day: February 20, 2025

Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre is attending the 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), in Barbados. Convened under the theme “Strength in Unity: Forging Caribbean Resilience, Inclusive Growth, and Sustainable Development,” the Meeting is addressing some of the critical issues confronting the region with many Leaders expecting a clear direction on freedom of movement and food security.

The Ministry of Agriculture has recently highlighted its ongoing efforts to protect Saint Lucia’s indigenous bird, the Amazona versicolor, also known as the Saint Lucian Parrot. This species has faced significant threats in recent years, largely due to climate change. Minister for Agriculture, Alfred Prospère, spoke about the crucial steps the ministry is taking to safeguard the parrot’s population, which has been steadily declining.

A family in Rose Hill, Castries, is mourning after a dispute between brothers turned deadly. Eighteen-year-old Kyle “Ibu” Sylvester was allegedly stabbed by his 21-year-old sibling, who is now in police custody.
Police are investigating what is now the island’s seventh homicide for the year.

Health officials and Ministry of Health team members proudly took part in the Independence Baton Relay on February 18, marching through Castries to celebrate national pride and unity. The relay, a key highlight of Saint Lucia’s Independence celebrations, saw the Ministry’s representatives carry the baton from the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception to William Peter Boulevard before passing it on to the next team.

Opposition Leader Allen Chastanet has filed a judicial review claim in the High Court, seeking answers about alleged corruption within Saint Lucia’s Citizenship by Investment Program (CIP). He is also requesting an injunction to temporarily halt the issuance of citizenships until the case is heard.