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  • Commonwealth and UK provide investment support to Grenadian businesses

    Commonwealth and UK provide investment support to Grenadian businesses

    A groundbreaking initiative to drive sustainable investment in vulnerable island nations has been launched during the 2024 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting. The Commonwealth Investment Network (CIN) represents a strategic partnership framework designed to identify and fund climate-positive projects across Small Island Developing States (SIDS) within the Commonwealth.

    The Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance (CCAF) has been appointed by the Commonwealth Secretariat and the UK Government to lead the implementation of this ambitious program. From February 2-6, 2024, a joint delegation comprising representatives from CCAF, the Commonwealth Secretariat, and the UK Commonwealth Unit conducted a working visit to Grenada to launch a three-month accelerator program for selected local enterprises.

    Three Grenadian companies emerged victorious from a highly competitive selection process to join the inaugural cohort: Belmont Estate (agribusiness), SarGas (renewable energy), and Green Feeds (sustainable agriculture). Each enterprise is receiving comprehensive support including customized advisory services, growth-focused mentorship, strategic stakeholder connections, and direct investor pitch opportunities.

    The program specifically aims to enhance project bankability while strengthening the broader investment ecosystem through knowledge transfer, capacity building, and targeted technical assistance. Beyond individual company support, the CIN initiative seeks to develop systemic solutions that address critical financing bottlenecks and unlock large-scale climate finance.

    During their Grenada visit, the delegation engaged extensively with government officials, private sector representatives, development agencies, and participating companies to identify key investment barriers and opportunities. British Commissioner to Grenada Victor Clark emphasized the nation’s innovative potential, stating: ‘Grenada is not short of innovation. I hope this technical support will help these companies realize their ambitious plans through accelerated investment and growth.’

    The initiative represents a significant step toward building climate resilience and sustainable economic development in vulnerable island nations facing disproportionate climate change impacts.

  • Hon. Dennis Cornwall to attend 112th ECCB Monetary Council Meeting

    Hon. Dennis Cornwall to attend 112th ECCB Monetary Council Meeting

    Grenada’s Finance Minister, Honourable Dennis Cornwall, is set to participate in the 112th Monetary Council gathering of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) on February 13, 2026. The high-level meeting will be hosted at the ECCB headquarters in Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, bringing together finance ministers from across the currency union.

    The council session represents a fundamental component of the ECCB’s governance framework, tasked with conducting comprehensive assessments of monetary and credit conditions throughout the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU). Minister Cornwall will be accompanied by Mike Sylvester, Permanent Secretary within Grenada’s Ministry of Finance, forming the island’s official delegation.

    These biannual meetings serve as critical policy-making platforms where council members examine the ECCB Governor’s detailed report on regional economic performance. The agenda typically encompasses deliberations on financial stability mechanisms, credit market evolution, and strategic policy initiatives designed to foster sustainable economic development across member nations.

    The Grenadian government has reaffirmed its dedication to active engagement in regional financial governance structures, emphasizing its commitment to policies that enhance economic resilience and promote developmental objectives within the Eastern Caribbean framework.

    The ECCB Monetary Council operates as the supreme decision-making body for the currency union, maintaining oversight of monetary policy and financial sector stability across its eight member territories.

  • Liberty Business launches in Grenada

    Liberty Business launches in Grenada

    GRENADA – Liberty Business, the rebranded entity formerly known as Cable & Wireless Business, officially unveiled its new regional identity on February 5th at the Grenada Trade Centre. The launch event marked a significant expansion of digital solutions tailored for Caribbean businesses, positioning the company as a catalyst for technological advancement across the region.

    The summit gathered business executives, government officials, and technology partners to demonstrate Liberty’s next-generation connectivity solutions and world-class support infrastructure. Under its renewed mission of ‘Connecting Communities and Changing Lives,’ the company reaffirmed its commitment to driving progress through technological innovation and operational excellence.

    Lincoln Baptiste, Country Manager for Flow Grenada, emphasized the strategic importance of this transformation: “Liberty Business represents a bold step forward in how we serve and support enterprises. We’re investing substantially in technologies, partnerships, and human capital to build a robust digital ecosystem that empowers innovation.”

    Executive presentations by Daniel Neiva, VP Chief Commercial Officer of B2B, detailed Liberty’s substantial investments in infrastructure modernization and customer experience enhancement across Caribbean markets. The event featured immersive demonstrations of cutting-edge solutions including:

    – Next-Generation Connectivity and Digital Health solutions enabling operational agility
    – Smart Room technologies for hybrid meeting environments
    – Advanced Mobile Solutions for remote workforce management
    – Data Resiliency Services ensuring business continuity and secure architecture
    – Comprehensive Cybersecurity protections against evolving digital threats

    The company showcased its strategic partnerships with industry leaders including Fortinet, Cisco, Microsoft, Oracle, and IBM. A panel discussion moderated by Bradley Ramcharan, Director of Multinational Accounts & Government Sales, examined digital transformation trends specific to the Caribbean business landscape.

    Elena Dyer, Director of B2B Sales South Caribbean, concluded the event by emphasizing Liberty’s readiness to guide organizations through their digital evolution: “We stand beside our customers with both technological expertise and genuine passion for their success. Our team is committed to accelerating Grenada’s transition toward a digital-first economy.”

    Local management, including B2B Manager Thomas John, highlighted the deployment of specialized account managers and support teams dedicated to serving Grenadian businesses. The Liberty Business initiative represents a comprehensive commitment to powering the Caribbean’s digital future through innovation-driven partnerships.

  • PM congratulates Barbados PM‑elect Mia Amor Mottley

    PM congratulates Barbados PM‑elect Mia Amor Mottley

    In a significant diplomatic gesture, Grenadian Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell has extended his warmest congratulations to Mia Amor Mottley following her unprecedented third consecutive electoral triumph in Barbados. This landmark victory, Mitchell emphasized, stands as a powerful testament to Mottley’s exceptional leadership and the profound confidence Barbados’ citizenry continues to vest in her governance.

    Prime Minister Mitchell articulated that this decisive electoral mandate underscores the widespread endorsement of Prime Minister-elect Mottley’s strategic blueprint, which prioritizes building economic resilience, accelerating social progress, and fostering inclusive national development for Barbados.

    Beyond domestic acclaim, Mitchell lauded Mottley’s formidable influence and advocacy on broader international platforms. He specifically highlighted her pivotal role in championing critical global issues, including urgent climate action, the pursuit of economic justice, and the strengthening of multilateral cooperation. Her re-election, Mitchell noted, is poised to fortify the collective voice of the Caribbean region on the world stage. This renewed mandate is widely anticipated to catalyze further advancements within Barbados and to significantly deepen collaborative efforts aimed at achieving shared prosperity and sustainable development across the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).

    Reaffirming Grenada’s commitment to bilateral and regional partnership, Prime Minister Mitchell pledged his nation’s continued close collaboration with Mottley’s incoming administration. The mutual objectives will center on driving sustainable development initiatives, enhancing climate resilience strategies, and accelerating the ongoing agenda for deeper regional integration, thereby strengthening the bonds between Grenada and Barbados.

  • US Radiologist donates mammogram equipment to General Hospital

    US Radiologist donates mammogram equipment to General Hospital

    In a transformative development for women’s healthcare, Grenada has achieved a medical milestone with the installation of its first mammogram equipment featuring integrated biopsy capability at the General Hospital. This advanced diagnostic technology was formally donated by prominent US radiologist Dr. Randy Becker, marking a significant upgrade to the nation’s public healthcare infrastructure.

    The donation addresses a critical health priority in Grenada, where breast cancer represents the predominant cause of cancer-related mortality among women. The sophisticated machinery promises to revolutionize early detection capabilities, enabling radiologists to conduct comprehensive breast examinations with real-time precision and manage complex diagnostic procedures more effectively.

    During the handover ceremony last Friday, Health Minister Hon. Philip Telesford characterized the acquisition as an historic achievement in the nation’s healthcare evolution. Minister Telesford emphasized the government’s unwavering commitment to rebuilding Grenada’s medical landscape with technology that directly addresses citizens’ most pressing health needs, noting this equipment exemplifies their vision for transformative healthcare delivery.

    Dr. Becker explained the clinical significance of the technology, highlighting its capacity to enhance diagnostic accuracy and streamline patient management. The initiative substantially improves accessibility to essential women’s health screening services, representing a major advancement in preventive healthcare for Grenadian women.

    The Ministry of Health has endorsed this development as a cornerstone in its ongoing efforts to modernize medical services and reduce breast cancer mortality through early intervention and state-of-the-art diagnostic capabilities.

  • Acado Grenada vacancy: Brand Manager

    Acado Grenada vacancy: Brand Manager

    Acado Grenada Ltd. has announced a career opportunity for a Brand Manager, inviting professionals to join their dynamic team in a challenging and rewarding environment. The company is seeking an individual to enhance brand presence across all sectors within an assigned portfolio.

    The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, conceptualizing, coordinating, and executing comprehensive marketing and promotional strategies on behalf of brand principals and product lines. Key objectives include achieving agreed distribution targets, sales goals, return on investment metrics, and gross profit margins while consistently applying internal operational procedures for efficient divisional performance.

    Applicants must possess a degree or diploma in Business Management, Marketing, Sales, or a related discipline, along with CXC/O-Level certifications in English Language and Mathematics. A minimum of five years of marketing experience at a managerial or supervisory level is required, with demonstrated hands-on involvement in brand development, promotion, and in-trade exposure. Experience in the food and consumer goods sector will be considered particularly valuable.

    The position demands exceptional organizational capabilities with superior time management skills and the ability to multitask effectively. Candidates should demonstrate outstanding interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills, with the capacity to build relationships and interact effectively with diverse groups while representing the company and its brands positively. Additional requirements include creativity, strong presentation abilities, commercial acumen, numerical proficiency, and proven initiative in resolving day-to-day issues.

    Major duties encompass implementing marketing strategies and budgets to achieve sales and distribution targets, coordinating advertising and public relations activities, managing inventory levels, supervising merchandising activities, ensuring proper management of Point of Sale materials, analyzing market trends and competitive activity, and establishing effective working relationships with brand owners and internal/external customers.

    Interested candidates must submit written applications and current CVs by February 28, 2026, to the Human Resources Manager at P.O. Box 1298, St. George’s, Grenada, or via email to the provided address. The position requires flexibility to work outside normal hours, including weekends, and mandates a valid driver’s license with access to transportation.

  • Acado Grenada vacancy: Sales Supervisor

    Acado Grenada vacancy: Sales Supervisor

    Acado Grenada Ltd, a premier Food & Beverage Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) enterprise with operations dating back to 1973, has announced a strategic recruitment initiative for a Sales Supervisor position. This opening represents a career opportunity for sales professionals seeking to advance within Grenada’s dynamic consumer goods sector.

    The company emphasizes that the ideal candidate will assume pivotal responsibilities in sales team leadership, revenue growth acceleration, and customer service excellence. This supervisory role demands strategic oversight of daily sales operations, requiring a blend of analytical thinking and practical sales management.

    Core responsibilities encompass comprehensive team development through weekly meetings and ongoing training, sales strategy execution involving competitive market monitoring and marketing collaboration, and performance monitoring utilizing advanced ERP and CRM systems. The position additionally requires sophisticated data analysis for trend identification, alongside active route management to optimize SKU sales and strengthen customer relationships.

    Qualifications mandate 3-5 years of food and beverage sales experience with minimum two years in supervisory capacity, complemented by a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Marketing. Essential competencies include proven sales target achievement, leadership excellence, advanced communication skills, and proficiency in sales data analysis amidst fast-paced environments.

    Compensation packages will be competitively structured relative to qualifications and experience, with comprehensive benefits. Applications including detailed curriculum vitae must be submitted via postal mail to P.O. Box 1298, St. George, Grenada or electronically to hrm@acadogrenada.com by February 28, 2026.

  • GNOW expresses outrage at death of Aleandra Lett Hypolite

    GNOW expresses outrage at death of Aleandra Lett Hypolite

    The Grenada National Organisation of Women (GNOW) has issued a powerful statement expressing collective grief and anger following the brutal murder of Aleandra Lett Hypolite, whose death has sent shockwaves throughout the Caribbean nation. The women’s rights organization conveyed its deepest sympathies to Hypolite’s family, friends, and community across Grenada, Carriacou, and Petite Martinique, characterizing the killing as a devastating manifestation of systemic failures in protecting women from gender-based violence.

    This tragic incident has highlighted the urgent need for enhanced protective measures and institutional reforms, according to GNOW. The organization emphasized that such violence against women and girls persists when societal structures inadequately safeguard potential victims from known offenders. In response, GNOW is intensifying its collaborative efforts with policymakers, frontline responders, and community stakeholders to strengthen prevention mechanisms, raise awareness, and implement more effective safety protocols.

    The advocacy group issued a urgent public appeal encouraging citizens to report any suspicious behavior or warning signs of violence to local law enforcement authorities immediately. Stressing that ‘silence can cost lives,’ GNOW emphasized the collective responsibility community members share in preventing future tragedies and protecting vulnerable individuals.

    GNOW has called for expedited and transparent judicial proceedings to ensure justice for Hypolite’s family, demanding that perpetrators face comprehensive investigations, appropriate sentencing, and proper risk assessment to prevent reoffending. The organization specifically addressed Grenadian women and girls, encouraging vigilance, mutual protection, and solidarity while reaffirming that victims are never responsible for violence committed against them. The statement concluded with a call to transform grief into decisive action, honoring Hypolite’s memory through concrete progress in combating gender-based violence.

  • Structured policy framework in development to sponsor recognised cultural entities

    Structured policy framework in development to sponsor recognised cultural entities

    The Grenadian government is pioneering a groundbreaking initiative to safeguard the nation’s cultural heritage through structured corporate sponsorship. The Ministry of Tourism, Creative Economy and Culture has unveiled the National Cultural Adoption and Sponsorship Programme (NCASP), mandating statutory boards and state-owned enterprises to formally adopt recognized cultural organizations as part of their strategic development investments.

    During a pivotal meeting convened on February 4th at the Ministry of Finance Conference Room, Chief Cultural Officer Kelvin Jacob presented the comprehensive framework to 43 representatives from 23 public entities. The assembly, attended by Minister of Finance Dennis Cornwall and Tourism Minister Adrian Thomas, marked a significant step toward addressing chronic underfunding in cultural preservation.

    The innovative program establishes a formal partnership model requiring every statutory body and state-owned enterprise to integrate cultural support into their approved annual budgets. Each participating organization must allocate a predetermined percentage of its operational budget—subject to Cabinet approval and oversight by the Ministry of Finance—to support adopted cultural entities.

    This strategic intervention directly tackles the persistent challenges facing cultural organizations, including limited institutional capacity and over-reliance on government subventions. Despite their crucial role in preserving Grenada’s national identity and fostering social cohesion, these organizations have historically operated with inadequate financial support and uncoordinated funding mechanisms.

    Minister Thomas reported overwhelmingly positive reception from participants, who unanimously endorsed the framework as timely, practical, and forward-looking. The initiative has been characterized as the foundation for a broader national movement toward cultural investment, with expectations that the private sector will eventually emulate the public sector’s commitment.

    The implementation architecture includes robust accountability measures: the Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with the Ministry of Finance, will maintain a national registry of cultural entities, monitor program execution, and present an annual State of Culture Partnership Report to Cabinet. This transparent approach aims to ensure effective utilization of resources across traditional festival committees, community cultural groups, and heritage sites.

    The NCASP represents a transformative approach to cultural sustainability, promising enhanced institutional capacity, reduced dependence on central government funding, and improved governance within Grenada’s creative economy sector.

  • Grenada’s 52nd Independence Address

    Grenada’s 52nd Independence Address

    In a profound address marking Grenada’s 52nd Independence Anniversary, Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell delivered a transformative vision of national sovereignty that transcends ceremonial observance. Speaking under the theme “Anchored in Faith, Guided by Purpose,” the Prime Minister challenged conventional understandings of independence as mere historical commemoration, reframing it instead as an active, daily practice requiring collective discipline and productivity.

    Mitchell articulated a crucial distinction between freedom ‘from’ colonial domination and freedom ‘for’ constructive nation-building. He emphasized that true independence represents not a completed achievement but an ongoing assignment demanding practical contribution from every citizen. “Independence did not hand us a finished house,” Mitchell stated. “It handed us tools and said: ‘Go forth and Build.’”

    The address outlined specific responsibilities across societal sectors: farmers must prioritize agricultural productivity, teachers must shape minds with excellence, public officers must serve with integrity, entrepreneurs must embrace innovation and risk, while young people must choose discipline over entitlement. Mitchell warned that “freedom without productivity is temporary” and that nations consuming more than they produce become like “fruitless trees” incapable of sustaining their people.

    Significantly, the Prime Minister rejected the notion of independence as isolationism, advocating instead for “interdependence with dignity” across personal, community, national, regional, and international levels. He positioned Grenada as a small state navigating a rapidly transforming global landscape where strategic thinking outweighs physical size. Key priorities include human capital investment, economic resilience, food and energy security, technological adoption, and climate adaptation.

    The government’s Vision 75 and National Sustainable Development Plan 2020-2035 provide measurable frameworks for progress assessment, focusing on tangible outcomes rather than political rhetoric. Mitchell concluded with a powerful metaphor: “Faith is our anchor. Purpose is our sail. Work is our wind,” urging citizens to embrace nation-building as their generational responsibility rather than resting on historical achievements.