INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Grenada celebrates 51st Independence Anniversary
Inaugural Fireside Chat with Aliko Dangote
Youth Parliamentarians take oath to serve
Project 500 Update
Inside Carriacou and Petite
Martinique
Community Highlight: New Library for St. David’s Catholic Primary School
Grenada Celebrates its 51st Anniversary of Independence under the theme “The Next 50-Embracing a future of Development and Transformation.”
Unity is what will carry us through storms and hardships. It is the unyielding spirit of our people, the ability to rise together even when the odds seem insurmountable. This year, let us commit to strengthening our resilience, ensuring that no challenge can break us and that every obstacle becomes an opportunity for growth.
As we chart the course for this new year, I call upon every citizen to be an active participant in our shared destiny. Let us dream bigger, work harder, and support one another with kindness and compassion. Together, we will make this year a time of remarkable achievement, where growth is abundant, transformation is visible, and resilience is celebrated.
This series will continue to bring global thought leaders to Grenada, fostering innovation, networking, and business growth. The Fireside Chat is part of a larger vision to inspire and equip Grenadians with the tools for success in an evolving global economy.
Celebrating the birth of a new era in youth leadership, civic engagement, and national development.
The historic Swearing-In Ceremony of the first ever elected National Youth Parliamentarians of Grenada was held at the Grenada Houses of Parliament Building at Mt. Wheldale on Wednesday, 26th February, 2025.
Fourteen (14) young leaders were successfully elected in the recently held National Youth Elections for an opportunity to represent the young people in their constituencies on a national level. During the Ceremony, they received their assigned Parliamentary portfolios, took their oath of Office and gave their maiden speech as official National Youth Parliamentary Representatives.
The National Youth Parliamentarians are as follows:
Ms. Kerri-Ann Marrast, St. Andrew Northeast
Ms. Amanda Japal George, St. Andrew Southeast
Mr. Tariq Miller, St. David
Mr. Jonathan Mitchell, St. George South
Ms. Angela Bowen, St. George Northwest
Mr. Akim Phillip, St. Mark
Mr. Sean Williams, St. Patrick West
Mr. Joshua Andall, St. Andrew Northwest
Mr. Kamran St. Cyr, St. Andrew Southwest
Mr. Akim Williams, St. George Northeast
Ms. Vernique Lewis, St. George Southeast
Ms. Sashanna Mcvean, St. John
Ms. Shanida Shade, St. Patrick East
Ms. Ramiah Griffith, Town of St. George
The elected Youth Parliamentarians were officially sworn in, marking a significant step in youth leadership and civic engagement. These young leaders shared their vision, goals, and passion, showcasing the bright future of Grenada. Their journey reflects bold ambition, commitment, and the drive to shape a better tomorrow.
This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to empowering young people by providing platforms where they can develop leadership skills, influence policy, and contribute meaningfully to national development. It is a testament to investing in the next generation to ensure Grenada’s continued progressandresilience.
The Soubise Fisher Facility (SFF) was officially opened on February 22, 2025. This is the first of its kind for Grenada. Designed with climate resilience and renewable energy in mind, this facility supports the local fishing community while protecting marine habitats. This initiative was made possible through strategic partnerships between the Government of Grenada, The Nature Conservancy (TNC), the International Climate Initiative (IKI), Germany’s Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMU), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and the Grenada Red Cross Society (GRCS) andreflectsGrenada’scommitmenttoinnovation,sustainability,andeconomicempowerment.
This facility is a critical step toward modernising Grenada’s fishing industry, ensuring that fisherfolk have the necessary infrastructure to thrive while preserving marine ecosystems. It is a model for future sustainable developmentprojectsthatbalanceeconomicgrowthwithenvironmentalresponsibility.
students facing financial barriers. Our government is building a future of skilled professionals and leaders across various industries by investing in our human capital.
CARICOM leaders gathered at the 48th Regular Heads of Government Meeting in Bridgetown, Barbados, reaffirming their commitment to unity and regional resilience. Outgoing CARICOM Chair Hon. Dickon Mitchell called for bold leadership and decisive action, while international partners, including the UN Secretary-General and the European Commission President, emphasized the importance of cooperation and shared progress
Centered around the theme "Strength in Unity: Forging Caribbean Resilience, Inclusive Growth and Sustainable Development”, the Conference addressed matters on the regional agenda including climate change, food and nutrition security and finance, reparations, the ongoing challenges in Haiti, regional security, digital resilience and the CARICOM Single Market and Economy (CSME).
The 48th regular meeting demonstrated the Caribbean’s strength in advocating for fairer global policies and securing opportunities for sustainable growth.
Prime Minister of Grenada and Outgoing Chair, Honourable Dickon Mitchell, noted that following the passage of Hurricane Beryl, Grenada had rebounded more determined to advocate on climate issues. He also noted CARICOM’s history of collective action, including on the sovereignty of the State of Palestine and the former apartheid regime of South Africa.
“We must not de-emphasise the role of our unity and advocacy.”- Honourable Dickon Mitchell
Grenada to host AfriCaribbean Trade & Investment Forum
