“Food and nutrition security are vital pillars for the agricultural sector and are key to maintaining the health and well-being …
New CDB EU Financed Programme to Strengthen Caribbean Food Security
Labour Department Endorses Enactment of Minimum Wage Bill
THE Department of Labour is delighted to announce the enactment of the Livable Minimum Wage Bill, which took effect on …
ESL Prepares for Inaugural B2B Tourism Expo
Export Saint Lucia (ESL), in collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and the Saint Lucia Hospitality and Tourism Association (SLHTA)…
BOSL Launches ‘Leaf’, a Credit Card for Everyone
Bank of Saint Lucia (BOSL) launched its new ‘Leaf’ card this week, and unlike the Bank’s other credit cards, this one provides customers with a moderate limit…
‘Lucian Breadfruit’ Set for Global Export
Saint Lucian breadfruits are poised to become a high-quality staple on the global market under the official brand name: Lucian Breadfruit…
CDB, OECS, World Bank Working to Increase Procurement Opportunities for Caribbean Businesses
The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB, the Bank) in partnership with the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States Commission (OECS) and the …
More Point-of-Sale Machines for Local MSMEs
The Ministry of Commerce, in collaboration with the Organization of American States (OAS), will be distributing additional point-of-sale machines to …
Community Seed Mentors Aim to Transform Lives
Ten graduates of the recently concluded Seed Mentor Training Program are now equipped with the requisite skills and knowledge to …
Actress Kim Fields Partners with Stonefield Villa to Launch Coffee Brand in Saint Lucia
Iconic actress and Director Kim Fields has announced an exciting partnership with Stonefield Villa Resort in Saint Lucia to introduce her Signature Blends By KF coffee brand…
Commerce Department Undertakes Business Tour to Promote MSME Loan-Grant Facility
The Commerce Department recently conducted a business tour to promote the MSME Loan-Grant Facility Project, aiming to enhance the operations …
Chamber Holds successful “Listening Session” with former IRD Comptroller
On August 14th, 2024, the St. Lucia Chamber of Commerce hosted a significant “Listening Session” with Mr. Trevor Brathwaite, former …
1st National Bank Launches “SVG Preserve”
Following the devastating impact of Hurricane Beryl on St. Vincent and the Grenadines, 1st National Bank St. Lucia Limited has …
Saint Lucia Bolsters Pig Production
Amidst the impacts of Hurricane Beryl on the island, some 25 pig farmers and technicians participated in a training programme on pig reproduction and breeding provided…
3rd Installment of SBDC YEA Programme Starts Monday
The Ministry of Commerce, Manufacturing, Business Development, Cooperatives and Consumer Affairs is pleased to inform of the 3rd installment of …
Top Local Startups for Entrepreneurship World Cup St. Lucia 2024 National Finals
The stage is set for one of the most anticipated events in St. Lucia’s entrepreneurial landscape. The Entrepreneurship World Cup …
Saint Lucia’s May 2024 Tourism Arrivals Surpass Same Period in 2023
Saint Lucia has reached a significant milestone in its tourism sector. In May 2024, the island welcomed 36,375 stay-over arrivals, …
CDB’s Statement On LIAT (1974) Limited Aircraft Sale
Earlier this year, LIAT (1974) Limited ceased operating after entering administration in 2020. The company’s shareholders – the governments of Antigua and Barbuda…
Sandals Resorts Champions Work-Life Balance with New Paternity and Birthday Leave Incentives for Team Members
In an unprecedented move, aimed at further prioritizing employee well-being, Sandals Resorts International announced enhancements to its ‘Time Away from …
Government to Enhance Private Sector Participation in Tourism Industry
The government is actively seeking to enhance private sector participation in Saint Lucia’s local hospitality industry…
Chamber Business Performance Report (Take 10)
The most recent Business Performance Survey (Take 10) by the St. Lucia Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture, conducted during …