The Executive of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Football Federation (SVGFF), along with key employees, were exposed to training on governance, at the La Vue Hotel, Villa, August 17 and 18, 2024. Convened by Concacaf, under its Executive Mentorship Programme, the facilitators were Jamaican, Howard Mc Intosh- Head of One Concacaf, and David Sabir, long-standing General Secretary of the Bermuda Football Association. Some of the areas of focus were understanding the roles and functions of the Executive members; understanding the game and administration; time management; and learning about Concacaf’s good governance and best practices. President of the SVGFF- Otashie…
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St. Vincent and the Grenadines – August 19, 2024 – The Sandals Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts International in collaboration with Unique Vacations UK and other important agencies on the ground, is thrilled to announce the Island Challenge 2024. This event, which will take place over four days in October, aims to raise USD $100,000 to support paediatric healthcare at the Milton Cato Memorial Hospital in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and to provide healthcare assistance to communities in the Southern Grenadine Islands affected by Hurricane Beryl. The Island Challenge is not just a physical test; it is…
Hon. Dwight Fitz Bramble, the Parliamentary Representative for East Kingstown, has urged for greater investment in sustainable land use, stressing its importance for the economic growth and development of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG). His appeal follows his participation in the Global Changemaker Academy for Parliamentarians (GCAP) Conference in Bonn, Germany, which focused on influencing G20 nations to boost resource flows for restoration efforts. During the conference, Bramble emphasized the critical need for SVG to prioritize sustainable land use and the preservation and restoration of land resources, particularly in developing countries like SVG. He pointed out the financial strain…
Coreas Building Supplies Ltd. is proud to announce that over $300,000 worth of goods and vouchers were donated to the people of the Southern Grenadines as part of the ongoing relief efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl. In its commitment to support the people of St. Vincent and the Grenadines during these challenging times, Coreas Building Supplies Ltd. has so far donated items to the Grenadines such as plywood, lumber, wheel barrels, shovels, water boots and other essentials. Containers of water were also donated with the help of Goddards Enterprises Ltd/M&C Home Depot and King Ocean Services. Following…
has seen a dramatic rise in the cost-of-living under the Unity Labour Party (ULP) government. The surge in cost-of-living has caused significant hardship for Vincentians.Cost-of-living is skyrocketing and our economy is shrinking. Most families are struggling to make ends meet and to put food on their tables. In this regard, the government has not made any progress on a plan to ease the cost-of-living crisis in the country. In light of this, the NDP has issued a press statement calling on the government to implement measures to ease the cost-of-living crisis that is affecting Vincentians.The following is the release: ‘The…
The assassination attempt against former US president and current presidential candidate Donald Trump while he was addressing a crowd in Butler, Pennsylvania on Saturday July 13 has deeply shaken the US and is set to define everything until the November 5 election, which are the most crucial elections in the history of mankind and concern every person on the planet.This assassination attempt, the first since that of former Republican President Ronald Reagan in 1981, marks yet another new chapter in the dark history of political violence in the US. After all, the history of the United States is marked by…
The Windward Islands Cricket Board (WICB) and the Trinidad & Tobago Cricket Board (TTCB) are set to make history with the inaugural youth cricket series between the Trinidad and Tobago Under-13 Team and the Windward Islands Under-13 Team. This landmark event, which runs from August 23 to August 28, 2024, in Grenada, will feature four exciting limited-overs matches. The series is a pivotal moment in the development of youth cricket across the Caribbean, providing a platform for the region’s young talent to showcase their skills and gain vital competitive experience. Dwain Gill, President of the WICB, expressed his excitement ahead…
The Georgetown Secondary School will be holding its orientation session for First Form students for the 2024-2025 academic school year on Tuesday, August 27th, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm. Important Information: We appreciate your attention to this notice and look forward to your cooperation. Thank you for your continued support.
The Royal Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Police Force (RSVGPF) has taken decisive action against violent crime by arresting and charging Douglas Baptiste of Greiggs in connection with the murder of 27-year-old Rakeem Matthews. Matthews was found by his brother on the night of August 19, 2024, with gunshot wounds behind his home. Baptiste faces charges of murder, possession of a 9mm pistol (an unlicensed firearm), and possession of four rounds of 9mm ammunition without a license. These charges were formally laid on August 21, 2024. The RSVGPF is committed to pursuing justice for these heinous acts and continues to…
The Government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, under the World Bank-funded UBEC CERC “Food Insecurity Project,” distributed essential farming supplies to 1,333 farmers across mainland Saint Vincent between August 12 and 20, 2024. This initiative is part of the project’s Component 3.0, aimed at addressing food insecurity. The distribution took place at various centers, including: The supplies included critical tools such as knapsack sprayers, hoes, forks, shovels, rakes, files, and cutlasses, aimed at supporting the farmers in rebuilding and enhancing their agricultural activities. Key speakers at the distribution ceremonies included the Honourable Saboto Caesar, Minister of Agriculture; Honourable St.…