The Government of Grenada has made a landmark announcement to advance its national digital agenda, confirming the appointment of Honourable Ron Livingston Redhead to two key positions: Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister and designated Minister for Digital Transformation. His appointment will officially take effect on 1 June 2026, placing him at the helm of all government initiatives related to Information and Communications Technology (ICT) and the country’s broader national digital transition. Redhead’s new portfolio spans six core priority areas that form the backbone of Grenada’s digital transformation strategy. First, he will oversee the development of national ICT infrastructure, including the formulation of telecommunications policy, expansion of broadband access across rural and underserved regions, and the improvement of nationwide connectivity. Second, he will lead digital government reform, which covers the modernization of public service delivery, the rollout of national digital identity systems, and the development of shared cross-government digital platforms. Third, Redhead will take charge of national data governance, covering open data promotion, data protection and privacy regulation, and the establishment of interoperability standards for disparate government IT systems. Fourth, national cybersecurity will fall under his remit, including the development of a unified national cybersecurity policy, strengthening systemic resilience against cyber threats, and protecting critical national information infrastructure. Fifth, he will drive growth in the digital innovation ecosystem, with a focus on supporting start-ups and expanding the technology-driven digital economy. Finally, Redhead will lead the development of a cross-sector national artificial intelligence policy integrated into Grenada’s broader digital transformation framework. This appointment is framed as a clear signal of the Grenadian government’s commitment to accelerating digital transition, closing connectivity gaps, and positioning the country as a competitive, forward-looking technology-led economy in the Caribbean region. In his new leadership role, Redhead will be responsible for steering national policy and cross-sector initiatives that strengthen digital infrastructure, expand equitable access to ICT services, and foster innovation across both public and private sectors. Prime Minister Honourable Dickon Mitchell formally welcomed Redhead to the new role, highlighting the unique value he brings to the portfolio. “Hon. Ron Redhead brings a strong vision and youthful energy to public service,” Mitchell noted. “His leadership in the Digital transformation portfolio will be pivotal as we continue to modernise government services, bridge the digital divide, and create new opportunities for economic growth through technology.” For his part, Redhead expressed gratitude for the opportunity to lead this critical national initiative. “I am honoured to serve as Minister for Digital Transformation at this important time,” he said. “The digital transformation of our nation is essential to our future prosperity. I look forward to working with stakeholders across government, industry, and the wider community to ensure that all citizens benefit from the opportunities technology can provide.” The government reaffirmed its long-term commitment to building a fully digitally inclusive society, where widespread connectivity and continuous innovation drive sustainable economic development and deliver measurable improvements to quality of life for all Grenadian citizens. This announcement was released via the Office of the Prime Minister of Grenada. Disclosure: NOW Grenada holds no responsibility for the opinions, statements or third-party contributed content referenced in this announcement, and provides a channel for users to report content that violates community guidelines.