Around the Caribbean

Leveraging Legislation to Scale Up Recycling for Sustainability Across The OECS

The implementation of the Recycle OECS Project has identified critical policy imperatives necessary to successfully scale up recycling efforts and chart a sustainable course for Small Island Developing States (SIDS). By focusing on legislative reform, innovative financing, and strategic public-private partnerships, the project lays a foundation for addressing the region’s plastic waste challenges.

A Celebration of Community and Climate Action: Government of Grenada Opens Soubise Fisher Facility

The Nature Conservancy (TNC), the Government of Grenada, along with the International Climate Initiative (IKI), The Federal Ministry for the Environment, Nature Conservation, Nuclear Safety and Consumer Protection (BMU), the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), and the Grenada Red Cross Society (GRCS) officially opened a newly constructed Climate-Smart Fisher Facility in Soubise, St. Andrew, Grenada, on Saturday, February 22. The dedication ceremony, themed “A Celebration of Community and Climate Action,” featured remarks from the Hon. Dickon Mitchell, Prime Minister of Grenada; Hon. Kerryne James, Minister for Climate Resilience, the Environment, and Renewable Energy; and representatives from key stakeholders and partners, including the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).

Gabrielle Esprit Crowned Miss Teen Dominica 2025

Gabrielle Esprit, representing the Dominica Girl Guides Association, has been crowned Miss Teen Dominica 2025. The prestigious event took place at the Stadium Forecourt, where Esprit outshone her competitors with an outstanding performance across multiple categories.

OECS Entrepreneurs Set Voyage On 5th Edition of the Caribbean Business Cruise

The Caribbean Business Cruise (CBC) is back for its 5th edition, promising to empower micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) from the Caribbean with unique opportunities for business growth and networking. The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), through its Competitive Business Unit (CBU), is collaborating with ISANAJA Consulting to bring this innovative and effective approach to regional trade and business missions.