UK Visa Rules: The UK published a list of 18 countries and territories whose citizens are exempt from the English-language test for UK family visas, including Grenada, Dominica, Barbados, and Trinidad and Tobago—while most African and Asian countries still must prove English. Grenada Politics & Elections: The Parliamentary Elections Office says the Government of Grenada has granted a 100% waiver of Common External Tariff and VAT on qualifying promotional and informational materials imported by registered political parties and independents. Healthcare & Public Service: Grenada’s Pharmacy Council chairman delivered a recorded address, while NAWASA industrial action resumed amid an unresolved dispute over outstanding payments and bargaining. Local Governance & Development: Grenada published a tender for preparatory civil works and water-supply equipment ahead of geothermal slim-hole drilling at two sites, funded with support from the Caribbean Development Bank. Diplomacy: Grenada and Nepal formally established diplomatic relations effective September 14, with a joint communiqué signed in New York. Regional/International: OECS foreign ministers pushed for stronger regional diplomatic coordination at UNGA sidelines, and India-CARICOM foreign ministers met to discuss deeper cooperation and UN reform priorities.
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Election Politics: “General PP” Fabian Wayne Aird has endorsed DPM leader and Town of St. George MP Peter David, urging St. George voters to back him ahead of his next contest. Diplomacy: Grenada and Nepal formally established diplomatic relations effective Sept. 14, with a joint communiqué signed in New York by Grenada’s Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall and Nepal’s Foreign Affairs Minister Shisir Khanal. Campaign Finance Rules: The Parliamentary Elections Office says the Government of Grenada granted a 100% waiver of CET and VAT on qualifying promotional and informational materials imported by registered political parties and independents. Labour/Services: NAWASA industrial action has resumed over outstanding payments and unresolved collective bargaining, with the union calling out the dispute. Public Procurement/Climate Resilience: Government has published a tender for preparatory infrastructure and water supply equipment for geothermal slim-hole drilling at two sites, with bids due Nov. 6, 2026. Regional Tourism & Investment: Royal Caribbean’s $3 billion plan to buy a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches is framed as a potential boost for cruise-and-stay growth across the Caribbean, including possible knock-on effects for Sandals redevelopment plans in the region. Health & Community: World Pharmacists Day greetings highlight pharmacists’ role in safe, effective medicine use, while St. Andrew’s Development Organisation marks breast and prostate cancer awareness with a calendar of community events.
Labour & Public Services: NAWASA workers are back on the picket line in Grenada after a dispute over outstanding payments and collective bargaining remains unresolved, with union president Daisy Hazzard outlining the workers’ position. Elections & Political Process: The Parliamentary Elections Office says Grenada has granted a 100% waiver on CET and VAT for qualifying promotional and informational materials for registered political parties and independents, aiming to level the playing field and boost transparency ahead of the next general election due by Nov. 2027. Government Infrastructure: Grenada has published a tender for preparatory civil works and water-supply equipment for geothermal slim-hole drilling at two sites, with bids due 6 Nov. 2026. Regional Diplomacy: Grenada’s Finance Minister took part in the India-CARICOM foreign ministers’ meeting on UNGA sidelines, where cooperation on trade, climate resilience, digital governance and UN reforms was discussed. Tourism & Investment: Royal Caribbean’s planned US$3 billion purchase of a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches is being framed across the region as a major boost for Caribbean resort redevelopment, with Grenada listed among Sandals’ locations. International Ties: Nepal and Grenada have formally established diplomatic relations, with a joint communiqué signed in New York.
UN Diplomacy: Grenada’s Finance Minister joined India-CARICOM foreign ministers in New York, where ministers discussed deeper political engagement, trade and investment, and cooperation on agriculture, digital governance, climate resilience, energy, and UN reforms. Regional Coordination: OECS foreign ministers also met in New York to push stronger collective diplomacy and tighter regional coordination as small states face mounting global pressures. Grenada Election Watch: A political consultant weighs in on how soon Grenada’s next general election could be called, with attention on signs of election readiness. Geothermal Push: The Grenada government published a tender for preparatory infrastructure and water-supply equipment ahead of exploratory geothermal slim-hole drilling at two sites, with bids due 6 November 2026. Healthcare Infrastructure: The Ministry of Mental Health says renovation works will begin on Block C of Mt. Gay Psychiatric Hospital on 28 September, with patients relocated within the compound during refurbishment. Tourism & Investment: Royal Caribbean’s $3bn plan to buy a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches is framed as a potential boost for Caribbean resort redevelopment, with Grenada included among Sandals locations. Public Finance Debate: An opinion piece questions the government’s economic narrative, citing concerns over projected deficits, debt, deposits, and off-budget commitments.
Geothermal Push: Grenada’s government has published a tender for preparatory infrastructure and water-supply equipment for two geothermal slim-hole wells, split into three lots (roads/pads/pipelines, plus generators and pumps), with bids due 6 November 2026. Election Watch: Political consultant Peter W. Wickham weighs signs that Grenada’s next general election could be called sooner than 2027, as PM Dickon Mitchell hints the poll will “come soon.” UNGA Diplomacy: OECS foreign ministers met in New York to strengthen regional diplomatic coordination, while India and CARICOM foreign ministers discussed deeper cooperation on trade, investment, climate resilience and energy. New Diplomatic Ties: Nepal and Grenada formally established diplomatic relations in New York, opening a new cooperation framework. Health Infrastructure: Mt. Gay Psychiatric Hospital renovation begins 28 September 2026 with Block C patients temporarily relocated. Regional Security: Operation ATLAS NEXUS wrapped up with 490+ arrests and major drug and asset seizures, with Grenada among participating countries. Tourism/Business: Royal Caribbean agreed to invest about US$3 billion for a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches, with Grenada listed among Sandals’ resort locations.
OECS Diplomacy: OECS foreign ministers met in New York and pushed for stronger regional diplomatic coordination, with chairmanship shifting from St Vincent and the Grenadines to Antigua and Barbuda. Grenada Foreign Policy: Nepal and Grenada formally established diplomatic relations in New York, opening a new framework for cooperation on SDGs, climate impacts, tourism and education. Grenada Politics: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell told NDC supporters to prepare for the next general election, urging door-to-door registration and polling-division readiness. Hospital Governance: Grenada launched a national naming competition for the proposed Grenada Public Hospitals Authority, inviting submissions for name, logo and tagline. Health Infrastructure: Renovation works at Mt. Gay Psychiatric Hospital will begin Sept. 28, with Block C patients relocated to a newly renovated block. Local Services: The Special Education Needs Unit was temporarily relocated to Galleria Mall (Grand Anse), with other units moved within the ministerial complex. Infrastructure Updates: Temporary one-lane traffic restrictions are set for Mt Alexander Road, St Patrick, for about four weeks starting Sept. 21. Regional Security: Operation ATLAS NEXUS wrapped up with hundreds of arrests and major drug and asset seizures, including Grenada participation. Tourism/Business: Royal Caribbean agreed to buy a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches Resorts in a roughly US$3B deal, with Grenada among Sandals’ resort locations.
Diplomacy: Nepal and Grenada have formally established diplomatic relations, with Foreign Affairs Minister Shishir Khanal and Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall signing a joint communiqué at Nepal’s UN mission in New York. Hospitality & Tourism: Royal Caribbean has signed an agreement to buy a 50% stake in Sandals Resorts for about $3b, with the deal expected to close in early 2027—Sandals properties include locations in Grenada. Public Health: St. George’s University is pushing dementia awareness and patient-centered care across Africa, citing WHO figures on the scale of dementia and the need for earlier recognition. Health Infrastructure: Renovation works are set to begin Sept. 28 at Mt. Gay Psychiatric Hospital (Block C), with patients relocated within the compound to keep services running. Local Governance & Services: Grenada’s Transport Commission has relocated bus route sticker services to the Kirani James Athletic Stadium. Governance & Oversight: IMA Grenada has commissioned an independent review of the Citizenship by Investment programme, with public and stakeholder input collected anonymously in Sept–Oct 2026. Security: A major regional operation, ATLAS NEXUS, reported 490+ arrests and 156.9 tonnes of drugs seized, with Grenada among participating countries. Politics (Regional): Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell urged NDC supporters to prepare for the next general election, widely expected sooner than the constitutional deadline.
Election Watch: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell told NDC supporters to start “boots, boots, boots” preparations for the next general election, widely expected sooner than the constitutional deadline, urging door-knocking, voter registration checks, and polling-division readiness. Health Infrastructure: The Ministry of Mental Health says renovation works will begin Monday Sept. 28 at Block C of Mt. Gay Psychiatric Hospital, with patients relocated within the compound and services continuing without interruption. Public Services & Access: The Ministry of Education temporarily relocated the Special Education Needs Unit to Galleria Mall (Grand Anse) and listed other temporary moves for key education units. Transport & Works: Temporary one-lane traffic restrictions start Monday Sept. 21 on Mt Alexander Road, St. Patrick, for about four weeks of road upgrade works. Governance & Public Order: New Kingston renewal efforts continue with a multi-agency walkthrough led by Minister of State Delano Seiveright and Mayor Andrew Swaby, targeting harassment, disorder, sanitation issues, and mental health/substance-related concerns. Tourism & Culture: Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in visitor arrivals, reaching 11,299 arrivals for Aug. 2–11. Regional Sports: Grenada’s U-23 volleyball team departed for El Salvador to compete in the NORCECA U-23 Copa America Championships. International Security: Operation ATLAS NEXUS reported 490+ arrests and major seizures across multiple criminal markets, including Dominica among participating countries. CBI Scrutiny: IMA Grenada commissioned an independent review of its Citizenship by Investment programme, with public input via an online questionnaire and field interviews during Sept–Oct 2026.
Election Watch: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell told NDC supporters to get ready for the next general election, urging door-to-door registration and polling-division checks, with the constitutional deadline of October 2027 but expectations of an earlier vote. Public Safety & Order: In Jamaica’s New Kingston, Minister Delano Seiveright and Mayor Andrew Swaby led a police and stakeholder walkthrough targeting harassment, disorder, theft, and incidents involving people with mental health or substance challenges. Hospital Plans: Grenada launched a national naming competition for the proposed Grenada Public Hospitals Authority, inviting submissions for a name, logo, and tagline as part of the hospital statutorisation push. Governance & Services: The Ministry of Education temporarily relocated the Special Education Needs Unit to Galleria Mall (Grand Anse) and listed other temporary moves, while the Transport Commission shifted bus route sticker services to the Kirani James Athletic Stadium. Cost Pressures: Fisherfolk at Bridgetown Fisheries Complex demanded action after a six-week ice outage and rising diesel costs disrupted operations. Energy Update: Grenada raised kerosene and LPG prices while gasoline and diesel stayed unchanged. Regional Diplomacy: Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall led Grenada’s delegation to UNGA 81 in New York, with a national statement focused on restoring trust and managing transformation. CBI Review: IMA Grenada commissioned an independent review of its Citizenship by Investment programme, using an anonymous public questionnaire and stakeholder interviews in September–October 2026. Culture & Tourism: Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in visitor arrivals, with 11,299 arrivals during the festival period. Sports/Community: Grenada’s draughts player Bernard “King Premier” Willock led Antigua and Barbuda to a top-four OECS finish, with Grenada players taking the top three individual spots.
Grenada Politics: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says an election will “come soon,” while also briefing on plans to select a design-build contractor for a new 250-room hospital in Calivigny/Hope Vale, with a contract expected in the first quarter of 2027. Citizenship by Investment: IMA Grenada has commissioned an independent review of the CBI programme, using Caribbean Analytics to gather anonymous input from residents, the diaspora, applicants, and stakeholders during September–October 2026. Justice & Public Safety: Grenada is moving toward a specialised Sexual Offences Court expected to begin in January 2027, alongside proposals for a Sex Offender Registry. Health Infrastructure: Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital will start renovations on Block C on 28 September 2026, with patients temporarily relocated on-site. Local Governance & Services: The Grenada Transport Commission has relocated Bus Route Sticker services to its Kirani James Athletic Stadium offices. Environment & Waste: GSWMA commissioned a glass pulveriser funded through the Tourism Enhancement Fund, boosting glass recovery capacity. Energy Costs: Kerosene and larger LPG cylinders rise, while gasoline and diesel stay at $17.00. Culture: Grenadian soca star V’ghn wins Jab Artist of the Year at the Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad.
Justice & Public Safety: Antigua PM Gaston Browne defended his chemical castration proposal for repeat child sex offenders after Grenadian defence attorney Jerry Edwin called it “barbaric,” arguing current short sentences aren’t justice and framing it as an optional legal alternative. Courts & Legal Reform: Grenada is moving toward a dedicated Sexual Offences Court expected to begin in January 2027, alongside plans for a Sex Offender Registry, after concerns raised during DMs with PM Dickon Mitchell. Health Infrastructure: Renovation works are set to start on Block C at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital on Sept. 28, with patients temporarily relocated and services promised to continue. Cost of Living: Grenada’s petroleum prices rose for kerosene and larger LPG cylinders while gasoline and diesel stayed at $17.00; bulk LPG also increased. Local Governance & Development: PM Dickon Mitchell says the design-build contractor selection for a new 250-room hospital in Calivigny/Hope Vale is underway, targeting a contract award in early 2027. Environment & Resilience: New UNICEF-backed research warns Eastern Caribbean children face overlapping climate hazards, with no “safe zone” expected by mid-century. Culture & Tourism: Spicemas 2026 delivered a tourism boost, with visitor arrivals up 20% to 11,299 during Aug. 2–11. Regional Opportunities: Grenada will host an OECS climate finance capacity-building session to help turn national priorities into investment-ready projects.
Justice System Update: Grenada is set to open a dedicated Sexual Offences Court in January 2027, alongside proposed changes including a Sex Offender Registry, after concerns raised in a DMs with PM session. Health Infrastructure: Renovation works will begin on Block C at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital on Sept. 28, with patients temporarily relocated and services continuing. Energy Costs: Petroleum prices in Grenada rise for kerosene and larger LPG cylinders, while gasoline and diesel stay at $17; LPG 100-lb jumps in both Grenada and the sister islands. Hospital Project: PM Dickon Mitchell says a contractor is being selected to build a new 250-room hospital in Calivigny/Hope Vale, with a contract expected in the first quarter of 2027. Governance & Courts: A court ruling addresses management of the Dougaldston Estate dispute in St John. International Relations: PM Mitchell marked the 77th anniversary of the PRC’s founding, reaffirming Grenada–China ties. Climate & Children: A UNICEF-commissioned study warns there may be “no safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children as overlapping climate hazards intensify. Sports Planning: Grenada’s sports stakeholders set 2027 funding priorities and begin work on a coordinated national sports calendar.
Petroleum Prices Watch: Grenada raised retail kerosene and some LPG prices on Sept. 18, while gasoline and diesel stayed at $17.00; a 20-lb LPG cylinder remains unchanged, but 100-lb LPG and bulk LPG increased, with higher impacts for Carriacou and Petite Martinique on larger cylinders. Health Infrastructure: Renovation works at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital begin Sept. 28 on Block C, with patients temporarily moved within the compound and visitation arranged in advance. Justice System Update: Grenada is moving toward a dedicated Sexual Offences Court expected to start in January 2027, alongside proposed changes including a Sex Offender Registry. Government & Development: PM Dickon Mitchell says a design-build contractor for a new 250-room hospital in Calivigny/Hope Vale is being selected, with a contract expected in the first quarter of 2027. Climate & Children: A UNICEF-commissioned study warns Eastern Caribbean children face overlapping climate hazards, with no “safe zone” expected by mid-century. Regional Policy & Skills: A DPM push calls for major reform of vocational training so Grenadians can fill jobs from construction and other growth sectors. Sports Planning: Grenada’s sports associations shaped 2027 funding priorities and a national sports calendar through a workshop with the National Sports Council and Youth & Sports Ministry. Energy & Business Tech: IntellicoERP’s AI-native enterprise platform is expanding regionally after a launch in Trinidad and Tobago, with plans to deepen partnerships across the Caribbean.
Hospital Procurement: PM Dickon Mitchell says the government is selecting a design-build contractor for a new 250-room hospital in Calivigny/Hope Vale, with a contract expected in the first quarter of 2027 after an ongoing evaluation and RFP process. Legal System Update: Grenada is moving toward a dedicated Sexual Offences Court expected to start in January 2027, alongside proposed changes including a Sex Offender Registry, after concerns raised during DMs with PM. Health Infrastructure: Renovation works at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital’s Block C begin Monday, 28 September 2026, with patients temporarily relocated and services assured to continue. Environment & Governance: Grenada hosted an OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session to help ministries access and mobilise climate finance and turn priorities into investment-ready projects. Climate Risk for Children: A UNICEF-commissioned study warns that across the Eastern Caribbean, more than 9 in 10 children could face at least three climate hazards by mid-century, with no “safe zone.” Public Safety & Economy: Gas prices show mixed movement—kerosene up, while gasoline and diesel stay unchanged; LPG sees increases for larger cylinders and bulk. Diplomacy: PM Mitchell gave assurances to China at events marking the PRC’s 77th anniversary, reaffirming “mutual respect” and partnership. Sports & Youth: Sports stakeholders shaped Grenada’s 2027 funding priorities and national sports calendar, while a vocational-skills push argues young people must be trained for jobs created locally. Culture: Grenada’s soca presence continues to build for the Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad, with local performers among nominees and presenters.
Sex Offences Overhaul: Grenada is set to open a dedicated Sexual Offences Court in January 2027, alongside proposed legislative changes including a Sex Offender Registry, after concerns raised during DMs with PM. Justice & Public Safety: PM Gaston Browne doubled down on calls for chemical castration for repeat sex offenders, citing the case of “Bulgani” amid pushback from a Grenadian defence attorney. Health Infrastructure: Renovation works will begin on Block C at Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital on 28 September 2026, with patients temporarily relocated and visitation arranged in advance. Climate & Children: UNICEF-backed research warns that across the Eastern Caribbean there may be “no safe zone” for children, with more than nine in 10 projected to face at least three climate hazards by mid-century. Consumer & Cost of Living: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal has started operating, while petroleum prices show kerosene up and LPG cylinder prices rising for larger sizes. Tourism & Culture: Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in arrivals, and Grenada’s Dive and Conservation Festival runs Oct. 26–Nov. 1. Regional Diplomacy: U.S. President Trump nominated Kimberly Greenwood as ambassador to Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, including Grenada. Sports Governance: Grenada’s sports stakeholders shaped 2027 funding priorities and a coordinated national sports calendar. Work & Inclusion: The HireAbility campaign is pushing for more inclusive workplaces and better access to jobs for persons with disabilities across the Caribbean.
Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in visitor arrivals, rising from 9,448 (2025) to 11,299 (2026), with non-national arrivals up 24%—a boost the Tourism Minister links to culture-led growth. Arts & Youth Employment: The HireAbility Campaign, sparked by Grenada youth advocate Zinzee Noel, is pushing Caribbean governments and employers to remove workplace barriers for persons with disabilities. Climate & Children: A UNICEF-backed Eastern Caribbean study warns there’s “no safe zone” for children as more than nine in ten could face overlapping climate hazards by mid-century; Grenada is named among the countries assessed. Local Governance & Accountability: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal has started hearing disputes, with a five-member panel aimed at strengthening consumer redress. Sports Policy: Grenada’s sports stakeholders are shaping the 2027 funding priorities and a coordinated national sports calendar through a workshop with the National Sports Council, Youth and Sports Ministry, and the National Lottery Authority. Environment & Community: The fifth annual Grenada Dive and Conservation Festival runs Oct. 26–Nov. 1 under “Sustainable Legacy,” spotlighting wrecks, reefs, and coral restoration education. International Spotlight: Grenadian attorney Yolande I. Nicholson helped secure a historic $60M NYC civil rights settlement over unlawful property seizures.
U.S. Ambassador Shake-Up for the Eastern Caribbean: President Trump has nominated Kimberly Greenwood—wife of “God Bless the USA” singer Lee Greenwood—to be U.S. ambassador to Barbados, with concurrent oversight of St. Kitts and Nevis, St. Lucia, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and St. Vincent and the Grenadines, pending Senate confirmation. Grenada Tourism Boost: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in arrivals, rising to 11,299 total visitors (from 9,448 in 2025), with non-nationals up 24%. Climate Finance Capacity in Grenada: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session to help ministries access and deploy climate, nature, and sustainable finance into investment-ready projects, supported by the EU. Sports Governance for 2027: Grenada’s sports stakeholders met to shape 2027 funding priorities and a coordinated national sports calendar, pushing better accountability and realistic programme ranking. Consumer Protection Step Forward: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal began sitting on Sept. 16, with a five-member panel to hear and determine consumer disputes. Youth and Skills Debate: The DPM renewed calls to overhaul vocational and technical training so young Grenadians can fill local jobs instead of importing skilled labour. Climate Risk to Children: A UNICEF-backed study warns climate plans across the Eastern Caribbean lack child-focused tracking, while another analysis finds no “safe zone” for children as hazards intensify. Waste Management Upgrade: A new EC$486,000 glass pulveriser commissioned via the Tourism Enhancement Fund strengthens Grenada’s ability to process and divert glass waste.
U.S. Diplomacy: President Donald Trump has nominated Kimberly Greenwood—wife of “God Bless the USA” singer Lee Greenwood—as U.S. ambassador to Barbados, with concurrent oversight of St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and St Vincent and the Grenadines, pending Senate confirmation. Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a clear win for the economy, with total arrivals up 20% to 11,299 (from 9,448 in 2025), and non-national arrivals rising 24% to 9,958. Consumer Protection: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal has begun operations, with a five-member panel chaired by Magistrate Nevlyn John, aimed at giving consumers a formal route to redress. Climate Resilience: New UNICEF-backed research warns there’s “no safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children, with multi-hazard exposure projected to soar by mid-century; Grenada is highlighted among countries facing worsening drought risk. Sports Governance: The Grenada Football Association moved 2026/27 Nations League home fixtures to Trinidad and Tobago over ongoing pitch compliance concerns, to avoid further sanctions. Mental Health: Calls are growing after reports of 10 suicides in Grenada last month, urging communities and workplaces to treat mental health as a daily priority.
Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a clear boost, with total visitor arrivals rising 20% to 11,299 (from 9,448 in 2025) during Aug. 2–11, and non-national arrivals up 24% to 9,958. Climate Resilience: A UNICEF-commissioned Eastern Caribbean study warns drought could last 3–4 months each year by mid-century, with projections flagging stronger impacts for Barbados and Grenada—raising risks for water, farming, child health and schooling. Infrastructure Delivery: The new RIISE facility is now operating for Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines, offering specialised technical help to push climate-resilient projects past implementation bottlenecks. Regional Cooperation: Grenada hosted an OECS capacity-building session under the Climate Finance Action Platform to help ministries access and mobilise climate finance and turn priorities into investment-ready projects. Justice & Governance: Tributes marked the departure of Justice Paula Gilford after 13 years on the Grenadian bench, with colleagues praising her role in restoring confidence in the criminal justice system. Sports Administration: The Grenada Football Association moved 2026/27 Concacaf Nations League home fixtures to Trinidad and Tobago over ongoing Kirani James Stadium pitch compliance concerns. Education & Scholarships: 85 students received national scholarship awards worth EC$6.82m, including a policy change expanding Economic Cost scholarships to law students.
U.S. Ambassador Nomination: President Trump has nominated Kimberly Greenwood—wife of “God Bless the USA” singer Lee Greenwood—to be U.S. ambassador to Barbados and, concurrently, the top envoy for St Kitts and Nevis, St Lucia, Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Grenada, and St Vincent and the Grenadines, with her appointment now headed to the Senate. Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a clear lift, with total visitor arrivals rising 20% to 11,299 (from 9,448 in 2025), and non-national arrivals up 24% to 9,958. Education & Recognition: UWI will award 13 honorary degrees in 2026, with honourees spanning entertainment, sport, journalism, diplomacy, medicine, agriculture, law and public service. Sports Governance: The Grenada Football Association moved its 2026/27 Concacaf Nations League home fixtures to Trinidad and Tobago due to ongoing Kirani James Athletics Stadium pitch compliance concerns. Climate Resilience Delivery: Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines can now tap the RIISE facility for technical support to push climate-resilient infrastructure projects past implementation bottlenecks. Mental Health Push: Calls are growing after 10 suicides were recorded in Grenada last month, urging communities and workplaces to treat mental health as a daily priority. Sports Infrastructure: Work on Grenada’s Aquatic Centre is advancing, with pool installation preparations underway after key materials arrived and specialised pool piping work was completed.
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