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Government of Saint Lucia
A range of topical information based radio programming brought to you from the Government Information Service of Saint Lucia.
This podcast aims to bring an array of programming to the listening public. Our goal is to keep listeners up to date with all government developments, from the political arena through to the cultural sphere. Learn about the latest policy changes, growth initiatives and social projects. Stay attuned to Saint Lucia's rich heritage and culture, from our annual Independence…
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Government of Saint LuciaHealth Ministry Launches Prostate Cancer Awareness Campaign
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition has launched a month-long prostate cancer awareness campaign encouraging men to take a proactive approach to…
Government of Saint LuciaRising Oil Prices Contribute to $26 Million Government Revenue Shortfall
The Government of Saint Lucia is reporting a $26 million revenue shortfall between April and September, attributed mainly to the reduction in excise tax on…
Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia Launches First Coroner’s Court
Saint Lucia has launched its first Coroner’s Court, marking a significant development in the country’s judicial system. Operating within the jurisdiction of…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Updates Public on Third-Country Nationals Program
The Government of Saint Lucia says it has accepted six of ten individuals proposed by the United States under the Third-Country Nationals Program following its…
Government of Saint LuciaCommissioners Sworn In for Anse Cochon Maritime Collision Inquiry
Four commissioners have been sworn in to investigate the July 18 maritime collision involving the Ocean Angel and Cazorla Jr. Retired Justice Mario Michel…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Sep. 14, 2026)
In the headlines: Commissioners sworn in for Anse Cochon collision iInquiry and Saint Lucia launches its first Coroners Court For details on these stories and…
Government of Saint LuciaEquity Department and Ubuntu Movement Explore Partnership to Empower Saint Lucia’s Youth
A new partnership aimed at positioning young people as leaders of positive change is being considered as the Department of Equity, Social Justice, Gender and…

Government of Saint Lucia‘See Ability, Not Disability’ Campaign Promotes Inclusion and Acceptance
The Ministry of Persons with Disabilities has launched the “See Ability, Not Disability” sensitization campaign to promote greater awareness, inclusion, equity…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Strengthens Inclusion and Support for Persons with Disabilities
The Government of Saint Lucia is advancing efforts to improve inclusion and the quality of life of persons with disabilities. Prime Minister Hon. Philip J…
Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia Marks International Day of Journalists’ Solidarity
Saint Lucia joined the global observance of the International Day of Journalists’ Solidarity on September 8, recognizing the important role of journalists in…
Government of Saint LuciaMet Director Urges Vigilance as Saint Lucia Enters Peak Hurricane Season
As Saint Lucia enters the most active period of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, the Director of Meteorological Services is urging residents to remain…
Government of Saint Lucia$1.2 Million Investment to Boost Banana Production and Food Security
The Government of Saint Lucia is investing $1.2 million in a new banana production initiative aimed at increasing the availability of locally grown foods. The…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Sep. 11, 2026)
In the headlines: A $1.2 million investment to boost banana production, and the MET Director urges vigilance during peak hurricane season. For details on these…
Government of Saint LuciaRaising Awareness on World Suicide Prevention Day
Suicide is an issue that can affect anyone despite of their status. In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, the Ministry of Health recognised the need…

Government of Saint LuciaBordelais Correctional Facility Expands Rehabilitation and Skills Training
The Bordelais Correctional Facility is expanding opportunities for rehabilitation, technical training and skills development among inmates. Between 40 and 50…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Announces Additional Support for Early Childhood Institutions
Early childhood institutions across Saint Lucia are set to receive additional financial assistance as part of government’s efforts to ease the cost of…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Strengthens Psychosocial Support in Schools
The Government of Saint Lucia is expanding psychosocial support for students with the addition of eight new counsellors and two social workers during the new…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Advances Renewable Energy and Sustainable Practices in Schools
The Government of Saint Lucia is advancing initiatives to increase the use of renewable energy and promote sustainable practices in schools. Solar energy…
Government of Saint LuciaUniversal Health Coverage Program Expands Access to Essential Health Services
Saint Lucia’s Universal Health Coverage (UHC) Program is broadening its range of services to improve access to essential healthcare. The expanded package…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Sep. 10, 2026)
In the headlines: The Universal Health Coverage Program broadens its range of services and government advances its renewable energy drive in schools.
Government of Saint LuciaHealth Report - Quality Rights Training
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition, in collaboration with the Pan American Health Organization and World Health Organization, is taking steps to…

Government of Saint Lucia76 Farmers Graduate from Major Capacity-Building Workshop
A total of 76 farmers have graduated from a six-week capacity-building workshop, including six interns from the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College. The…
Government of Saint LuciaJulien Alfred Claims First 200m Diamond League Final Title
Saint Lucia’s Olympic champion Julien Alfred has capped off an impressive Diamond League campaign with a commanding victory in the women’s 200 metres at the…
Government of Saint LuciaCDF Consults Stakeholders on Building a Stronger Creative Sector
The Cultural Development Foundation has convened stakeholders for a consultation focused on creating a more inclusive and connected creative ecosystem in Saint…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Moves to Reduce Saint Lucia’s High Food Import Bill
Saint Lucia spends an estimated $565 million annually on imported food, highlighting the need for increased local production. The Ministry of Agriculture is…
Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia Records Significant Decline in Unemployment
Saint Lucia’s unemployment rate has fallen to 10.1% for the April to June 2026 period, marking a two-percentage-point decline from the 12.1% recorded in the…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Sep. 9, 2026)
In the headlines: Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre reports on the latest unemployment figures and the Cultural Development Foundation aims to strengthen…
Government of Saint LuciaOpening ceremony of the medical unit at the Bordelais Correctional Facility
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition commitment to ensure that timely and appropriate healthcare services are made available to all regardless of…

Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia Sickle Cell Association Marks 39 Years of Advocacy and Service
The Saint Lucia Sickle Cell Association is marking 39 years of advocacy and service as the country observes Sickle Cell Awareness Month in September. Under the…
Government of Saint LuciaLegal Scholar Highlights Colonial Influences and Discrimination in Saint Lucia’s Legal System
Legal scholar and former Prime Minister Dr. Kenny Anthony has highlighted the historical and colonial influences that continue to shape aspects of Saint…
Government of Saint LuciaNew Medical Unit Opens at Bordelais Correctional Facility
A new Level One Medical Unit has officially opened at the Bordelais Correctional Facility, significantly expanding access to health care for inmates while…
Government of Saint LuciaSaint Lucia Submits Financial Estimate for U.S. Third-Country Nationals Arrangement
The Government of Saint Lucia has submitted its financial requirements to the United States in relation to an arrangement for receiving third-country nationals…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Sep. 8, 2026)
In the headlines: Saint Lucia provides the US an estimate for receiving third-country nationals and a new medical unit opens at the Bordelais Correctional…
Government of Saint LuciaThe Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition Launches Month Long Prostate Cancer Awareness Campaign
With prostate cancer continuing to pose a significant health concern for men, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition is urging greater awareness…
Government of Saint LuciaFAO’s FISH-ADAPT Project Mobilizes Stakeholders to Expand Access to Finance and Insurance for Saint Lucia’s Fisheries Sector
To protect the livelihoods of nearly 5,000 Saint Lucian fishers, aquaculture workers, and seafood processors against severe climate threats, the FISH-ADAPT…
Government of Saint Lucia76 Farmers Graduate from Capacity Building Workshop
Seventy-six (76) farmers from some of Saint Lucia’s agricultural regions have graduated from a recently-held six-week capacity building Farmers Workshop aimed…

Government of Saint LuciaTwo New Truancy Officers to Tackle School Absenteeism
The Government is strengthening its response to school absenteeism with the addition of two truancy officers. Working alongside social workers, counsellors and…
Government of Saint LuciaOECS Pharmaceutical Procurement Service Marks 40 Years of Regional Cooperation
The OECS Pharmaceutical Procurement Service is celebrating 40 years of service, having helped member states save millions of dollars while providing essential…
Government of Saint LuciaEducational and Skills Pathways Initiative Introduced for At-Risk Youth
The Ministry of Education is introducing the Educational and Skills Pathways for At-Risk Youth Program, aimed at providing greater opportunities and support…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Builds Future-Ready Workforce Through Digital Transformation
The Government of Saint Lucia is strengthening the country's digital capabilities by integrating digital skills throughout society. Initiatives including the…
Government of Saint Lucia100 Saint Lucians to Receive Monroe University Scholarships
One hundred Saint Lucians will have the opportunity to pursue bachelor's degrees through a first-generation scholarship programme with Monroe University. The…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Sep. 7, 2026)
In the headlines: 100 Saint Lucian's to receive Monroe Scholarships and Saint Lucia's workforce is key to digital transformation For details on these stories…
Government of Saint LuciaOlder Persons To Take Centre Stage As Helpage 50 Plus Pageant Promotes Talent, Empowerment And Active Ageing
The Department of Equity, Social Justice, Gender and Older Persons is strengthening its support for initiatives that empower older persons and create…
Government of Saint LuciaLaptops for Form One Students Delivered to Schools
For hundreds of students across Saint Lucia, the transition to secondary school this week came with more than new classrooms, new teachers and new…


Government of Saint LuciaSchools Reopen Following Extensive Upgrades and Student Support
Thousands of students have returned to classrooms for the 2026–2027 academic year following extensive infrastructural improvements at schools across Saint…
Government of Saint LuciaYoung Musician’s Success Sparks Call for Greater Support for Gifted Students
The achievements of 10-year-old musician Eli Jeon have renewed calls for Saint Lucia to strengthen how it identifies and develops exceptionally talented…
Government of Saint LuciaNational Street Lighting Upgrade Project Completed
Saint Lucia has completed the upgrade of street lighting along the island’s highways, replacing older high-pressure sodium fixtures with energy-efficient LED…
Government of Saint LuciaMidterm Break Introduced for 2026–2027 Academic Year
The Ministry of Education has officially incorporated a midterm break into the 2026–2027 academic calendar, with Education Minister Hon. Kenson Casimir…
Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Notebook (Sep. 4, 2026)
In the headlines: A midterm break is incorporated into Saint Lucia's academic year and street lighting upgrades across Saint Lucia are now complete. For…

Government of Saint LuciaGovernment Advances Development of Digital Payment System
The Government of Saint Lucia is moving forward with plans to develop a secure digital wallet for public services under the Caribbean Digital Transformation…
Government of Saint LuciaDr. Kenny Anthony Explains the Historical Development of Saint Lucia’s Mixed Legal System
Dr. Kenny Anthony is shedding light on the historical development of Saint Lucia’s legal system. He explains that the island’s mixed legal system combines…
Government of Saint LuciaTourism Industry Diversified Through New Visitor Experiences
Tourism Minister Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire says innovation is essential for Saint Lucia to remain competitive in the global tourism industry. The underwater…