The combined Ministry of Tourism, Civil Aviation, Transportation and Investment has issued an official statement of mourning following the passing of long-time staff member Sarah Laurent, honoring her contributions to the institution and extending heartfelt sympathies to her inner circle.
Laurent served as a member of the ministry’s Tourism Statistics Department, a role that supported the organization’s core work tracking and analyzing industry trends for the national tourism sector. The formal tribute, released on Monday, carried the unanimous backing of Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez, the ministry’s senior management team, and all agency employees.
In the statement, ministry officials reflected on Laurent’s time with the organization, emphasizing that the entire tourism community is pausing to recognize and celebrate her life and service. “Today we remember and honour the life of our dear colleague, Sarah Laurent,” the statement read.
Amid the sudden loss, the entire ministry has rallied around those closest to Laurent, offering emotional support and collective sympathy. “Our thoughts and prayers are with her loved ones during this difficult time,” the ministry added.
The statement closed with a final farewell to the beloved team member, noting that her presence within the ministry will leave a lasting gap that will be felt by all who worked alongside her. “Rest peacefully, Sarah. You will be deeply missed.”