The Micoud South constituency, traditionally a bastion of the United Workers Party (UWP), is set to witness a fiercely contested general election as the Saint Lucia Labour Party (SLP) unveils its latest candidate, Dr. Shanda Harracksingh. A medical professional and native of Micoud, Harracksingh was officially introduced on October 5, 2025, at the Micoud Playing Field. The event reportedly drew one of the largest crowds in the SLP’s recent history, signaling a potential shift in voter sentiment. Harracksingh faces a formidable opponent in Allen Chastanet, the UWP’s political leader and current Member of Parliament for the constituency. Since 1997, Micoud South has remained under UWP control, largely due to the enduring legacy of the late Sir John Compton. In her inaugural address, Harracksingh acknowledged the challenges ahead but emphasized the need for change. She criticized Chastanet for his prolonged absence from the constituency, declaring, “We have given him several chances. It is time to turn the page. No more excuses. It is time for change.” Harracksingh outlined her vision for the constituency, focusing on elderly care, agricultural development, and infrastructure improvements. She pledged to establish an elderly care center, enhance road access for farmers, and promote agro-processing initiatives. “I am a daughter of the soil,” she asserted, “and I will deliver for this community.” As the election season heats up, Micoud South emerges as a critical battleground, testing whether voters will remain loyal to the UWP or embrace the SLP’s message of renewal.