The contractor on the port modernization project, says they are on schedule with works on site in Rose Place. As we hear in this report by Larisa Pugsley Kydd, installation of the offshore section of the new sewer line is underway as the contractor and his team continue to prepare a lay-down space which will eventually see a temporary jetty and bridge constructed in the area. https://youtu.be/SOPVhmQJIMY
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Shop owners and vendors at Little Tokyo welcome the government’s initiative to clean up the area, however, they would like to be properly informed of the timeline for their shops or stalls to be removed. As we hear in this report, some would like to be relocated while others would like consideration to be given for them to return after the clean-up. https://youtu.be/1AhSH4Lt1RI
Form three students of the Girls’ High School over the next few weeks will sharpen their entrepreneurial skills as they participate in the Shafia London 2023 business department challenge, which officially launched Friday. The challenge which is sponsored by GHS past student and businesswoman Shafia London-Williams and the Kingstown Cooperative Credit Union- KCCU, will engage 21 teams, who have been paired with 21 mentors and 21 student mentors, to create and run a small business with a start-up capital of $250 each. Giving an overview of the business challenge, teacher Rolis Nanton said the challenge is geared towards providing beneficial…
Self-employed persons in the country are strongly encouraged not only to put aside something for rainy days but also to join a social insurance program in which they will be entitled to a benefit at retirement. The encouragement came from the Director of the National Insurance Services Stewart Haynes during an appearance on NBC radio last week. The NIS is currently engaged in public consultations about the considerations for pension reform. https://youtu.be/uiCpLs7PQjE
In an effort to improve public confidence in the RSVG Police Force, the hierarchy of the police force will be making their presence felt on the ground. The first of many community outreaches started in Rose Place and last week they were in Little Tokyo. https://youtu.be/XaaHQimiaGk
A small group of vendors picketed the Kingstown market today calling for a meeting with the Town Board. Some say they have been threatened by the authorities and feel they are being silenced, but others say they will let their voices be heard. https://youtu.be/525Mdv80XVA
https://youtu.be/DQhrKyVrK5s A local butcher was forced to close his business temporarily this week as he is experiencing a shortage of meat. He is contemplating a permanent closure if the shortage continues.
Several female organisations here stand to benefit from financial and technical support through the 3rd phase of the Women Empowerment Programme supported by the governments of SVG and Taiwan under the International Initiatives Program. A memorandum of understanding was signed Thursday at the Blue Lagoon conference room between the Embassy of the Republic of China on Taiwan and the nine female recipients. Nine proposals were selected in July 2022 for support under the International Initiatives program. They include agro-processing, animal husbandry, horticulture, menstrual knowledge teaching, and other aspects involving women. Congratulating the beneficiaries Taiwan’s ambassador to SVG His Excellency Peter…
In light of discussions surrounding pension reform, Director of the National Insurance Services-NIS Stewart Haynes has made it clear that he doesn’t foresee any changes at this time in the retirement age for most Vincentians which now stands at 65. Haynes clarified the issue during an interview on NBC radio Face-to-Face program Wednesday. Discussing the work of actuaries and the country’s demographics, Haynes said the population of SVG is projected to decline and age, which means that there will be a larger proportion of persons 65 and over compared to those of working age and children. In terms of payment…
Plans are said to be progressing for the Calliaqua clinic to be transformed into a full polyclinic, with rehabilitation work to take place on other health facilities across the country. This is according to area representative and Minister of Finance Camille Gonsalves, who was on the API’s Marnin SVG programme. The minister said given the growing population of the communities to which the Calliaqua clinic provides service to, as it now stands, the clinic cannot continue to manage the volume of people, and hence the facility has to be upgraded. On the roads program to be undertaken this year, Minister…
Frankie Gooding (Facebook) According to a police release, an investigation has been launched into the circumstances surrounding the death of Frankie Gooding, a 62-year-old businessman of the United States/Bequia. The police say investigations revealed that on Saturday, January 21st, 2023 at about 7:30 pm, Gooding and a friend were boarding a vehicle when an assailant approached and shot him. Gooding was taken to the Port Elizabeth hospital for medical attention, where he subsequently succumbed to his injuries. A postmortem examination will be carried out on the deceased to ascertain the exact cause of death. The police are asking for assistance…
The government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines on Friday signed documents with the Demerara Bank Limited of Guyana for an agreement on the procurement of 50 prefabricated houses from Guyana as part of the government’s housing relocation and repair program following the volcanic eruptions of La Soufriere. At the signing of the agreement at cabinet room, Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves described the moment as a breakthrough in the integration movement and the financing of public sector investment projects. Prime Minister Gonsalves said the housing agreement with the Demerara Bank Limited of Guyana is a win-win situation for all.…
Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves officially launched his latest book locally at the Methodist Church Hall last week. Persons in attendance were given a free signed copy of the book: A Time of Respair “ Beyond Covid, Volcanic Eruptions, Hurricane Elsa and Global Turmoil: Fresh Hope for St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Speaking on the key reason for writing the book, Prime Minister Gonsalves said that he was inspired by the challenges that were facing St. Vincent and the Grenadines with the Covid-19 pandemic, the volcanic eruptions, hurricane Elsa, and the global turmoil. PM Gonsalves further noted that the title…
Two years after the volcanic eruption here in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, the Roads, Building, and General Services Authority is reportedly seeing more damage to roofs, which is causing seemingly never-ending repairs. This is according to its Chief Executive Officer of BRAGSA Kem Bartholomew, who spoke about his observations at the launch of the volcanic ash block-making ceremony recently. BRAGSA’s CEO is encouraging all Vincentians to properly clean their roofs to minimise further damage. Two years into the repairs programme, Bathomolemew said BRAGSA is now at level 3 of the housing repair programme, having repaired more than 500 homes…
https://youtu.be/iwVp5g70-sc A fire in Upper New Montrose left three persons homeless Friday afternoon. The fire victims lost everything but are grateful for life.
https://youtu.be/takT752Z3ls An environmental organization in Mayreau is concerned about the non-existent solid waste dumpsite on the island, which needs to be urgently addressed. The organisation is now initiating research to ensure the proper disposal of garbage on the island.
The UWI Seismic Research Centre, the National Emergency Management Organization, and the UWI Open Campus are collaborating to host a two-day country conference in March this year focusing on the 2020-2021 eruption of the La Soufriere volcano. Professor Richard Robertson of the UWI Seismic Centre said the conference will be held under the theme: explosions, ash, and lahars, on March 29th and 30th and will include oral presentations and field trips. According to Professor Robertson, while there will be scientific presentations, the scientists are aware of the audience that they will be speaking to, hence the information will be tailored…
Minister of Finance, Economic Planning, and Technology Camillo Gonsalves says the Sandals Resort at Buccament is right on target to meet the completion of construction in early December this year. On the API’s Marning SVG program on Monday, Minister Gonsalves says he visits the site every few weeks and gets a weekly update from the project manager. Minister Gonsalves says the management of Sandals International is hoping to have a soft launch in December for the media, which will include the international travel media, and aims to have the resort open to the public in January 2024. The finance minister…
Minister of Health, Wellness and the Environment, St Clair Prince, described budget 2023 as a fresh hope for citizens. In his contribution to the budget debate in parliament, Minister Prince said budget 2023 responds to the many challenges that affect citizens and the country. The health minister noted that this year added focus will be paid to improving primary health care. Minister Prince said Vincentians will also see an expansion and enhancement of services and facilities for the elderly and developmentally challenged. He added that having a geriatric resource centre will remove the stigma of the facility being deemed as…
After an extensive three-day debate, parliament on Thursday approved the $1.4 billion budget for 2023 in the absence of members of the opposition, who boycotted the final day of the debate, which heard a four-hour-long presentation by Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves. PM Gonsalves claimed that the opposition members were running from the truth. He further pointed out budget 2023 is framed within the context of building a modern competitive many-sided postcolonial economy in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. PM Gonsalves said the country and its people are far better off today than in 2001 when the Unity Labour Party…