AGP Executive Report

Caribbean Culture & Fashion: St. Kitts and Nevis’ FRO Fest 2026 returns June 20 at National Heroes Park, celebrating natural beauty, hair, fashion, culture, community and local entrepreneurship under the theme “Sunflower and Curls.” Grenada Heritage on Screen: “Echoes of Waltham,” a heritage film about Waltham, Grenada, won Best Video Production at the CTO Media Awards, built through the Island Echoes project linking Grenada with Paxton House and the wider diaspora. Police & Culture: The Royal Grenada Police Force warns against unlawful masquerading linked to traffic obstruction, property defacement, excessive noise and intimidation, urging lawful participation and reporting. Wildlife Protection: Grenada’s BEMA condemns the illegal slaughter of a Leatherback turtle near Solamente Guesthouse and reiterates strict closed-season rules. Local Jobs & Luxury Hospitality: Jumby Bay Island posts roles for an Estate House Gardener and Estate House Director, both focused on ultra-luxury, guest-ready operations. Tourism Meets Health: Grenada launches its Tourism and Health Program with CARPHA to strengthen visitor-based surveillance and infectious disease prevention across hotels and vessels. Mental Health Support: Grenada’s National Suicide Prevention Hotline is expected to go live by end of June as officials report rising suicide figures.

Award Spotlight: “Echoes of Waltham” just won Best Video Production at the CTO Media Awards, a heritage film built through Island Echoes linking Grenada with Paxton House and the wider Caribbean diaspora. Jobs & Local Life: Jumby Bay Island posted two roles—Estate House Gardener and Estate House Director—aimed at keeping its ultra-luxury estate operations guest-ready. Culture Under Scrutiny: The Royal Grenada Police Force is warning the public about unlawful masquerading linked to obstruction, property damage, noise and intimidation, urging lawful participation. Environment & Accountability: BEMA condemned the illegal slaughter of a Leatherback turtle near Solamente Guesthouse and reminded residents that Leatherback capture remains a closed fishery. Health & Tourism: Grenada launched its Tourism and Health Program with CARPHA to strengthen visitor-based surveillance and disease prevention across hotels and vessels. Sports & Strategy: Grenada’s chess team is set for the 46th FIDE Chess Olympiad with top South African coaching support. Community Support: Grenada is moving toward a National Suicide Prevention Hotline expected to be operational by end of June.

Grenada Tourism & Health Push: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA support, training staff for visitor-based surveillance and infectious disease prevention at hotels and vessels. Tourism Agenda: The government mapped out a 12–24 month tourism plan focused on boosting arrivals, upgrading key sites (Grand Anse, falls, parks, heritage spots, Underwater Sculpture Park), and strengthening digital marketing and community tourism. Public Transport Funding: The Grenada Transport Commission says EC$1.7M was invested via fuel tax rebates and western bus relief, with a 50% duty-free concessions programme for registered bus owners in the works. Local Arts Spotlight: Coreset in the UK unveiled an “urgent and necessary” international residency programme bringing Grenadian artist Oliver Benoit to Newark for research and production, plus networking with galleries and curators. Sports—Diamond League Buzz: Grenada’s Anderson Peters earned second at the Rome Diamond League javelin meet, while Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage set a record-breaking 92.62m. Community Legal Watch: A Woodford group says it may pursue legal action over the Rayneau Development, alleging planning and environmental safeguards weren’t properly followed. Mental Health Service: Grenada announced a National Suicide Prevention Hotline expected to go live by end of June.

Tourism & Health: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA, training hotel and vessel surveillance teams and pushing visitor-based disease prevention to boost health security in the tourism sector. Mental Health Support: Grenada is set to launch a National Suicide Prevention Hotline by end of June, with officials citing rising concern over suicide rates and calling for wider access to crisis help. Tourism Agenda: The country mapped out an ambitious 12–24 month tourism push, focusing on product upgrades at major sites, stronger digital marketing, community tourism, and safer, more authentic visitor experiences. Arts & Culture: Coreset in the UK announced an “urgent and necessary” international residency for Grenadian artist Oliver Benoit, bringing his research and new work to Newark. Sports Spotlight: Anderson Peters stayed in the Diamond League hunt after a strong Rome showing, while Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage’s 92.62m javelin win stole global headlines. Community Watch: A Woodford residents’ group is considering legal action over the Rayneau Development, alleging planning and environmental safeguards were not properly followed. Local Notices: Magistrate Courts cash services pause on 8 June for cashier training, and demolition work begins on the old Beausejour Playing Field pavilion.

Tourism & Health: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA, training hotel and vessel surveillance teams and pushing visitor-based disease prevention at Radisson Grenada Beach Resort. Wellness Travel Buzz: A new regional roundup spotlights how Caribbean wellness travel is shifting toward nature, quiet, movement and farm-to-table-style escapes. Sports Spotlight: Anderson Peters remains in Diamond League form after a strong Rome run, while Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage stole headlines with a record 92.62m javelin throw—setting up more drama for the season. Local Arts & Culture: “Urgent and necessary” art programming brings Grenadian artist Oliver Benoit to the UK for an international residency, with research, production and new gallery connections. Mental Health Support: Grenada is set to roll out a National Suicide Prevention Hotline by end of June, aiming to expand crisis help as suicide concerns rise. Entertainment Streaming: Apple TV’s Cape Fear reboot is already trending globally after debuting as a major streaming hit. Community Notices: Magistrate cash services pause Monday, 8 June, for cashier training.

Tourism & Health: Grenada officially launched its Tourism and Health Program (THP) with CARPHA, training hotel and vessel surveillance teams and pushing the Tourism and Health Information System (THiS) after visits to eight properties. Wellness Travel Buzz: A new regional roundup highlights how Caribbean wellness travel is shifting toward nature, movement, food, and slower “reconnection” experiences. Belmont Stakes Fever: The final Triple Crown leg hits Saratoga on Saturday with Golden Tempo and Renegade leading the betting conversation, plus full odds and promo-code guides for fans. Mental Health Push: Grenada is set to launch a National Suicide Prevention Hotline by end of June as officials report rising suicide figures in 2026. Tourism Agenda: Minister Adrian Thomas outlines a 12–24 month plan to boost arrivals and spending, upgrade major attractions, and strengthen digital marketing and community tourism. Public Transport Relief: The Grenada Transport Commission reports EC$1.7M invested via bus support programmes and flags upcoming duty-free concessions for bus parts and tyres. Arts Spotlight: Coreset on Friary Road in Newark announces an “urgent and necessary” residency launching with Grenadian artist Oliver Benoit. Quick Note: Magistrate Courts cash services pause Monday, 8 June, for cashier training.

Streaming Buzz: Apple TV’s new 10-part crime thriller “Cape Fear” (based on Robert De Niro’s classic) is already a hit, landing in top spots across dozens of countries including Grenada. Mental Health Support: Grenada is set to launch a National Suicide Prevention Hotline by end of June, with officials citing rising suicide figures and calling for wider counselling access. Tourism Push: Grenada outlines an ambitious 12–24 month tourism agenda, focusing on airlift, safer visitor experiences, and upgrades to major sites like Grand Anse Beach, Annandale Falls, and heritage locations. Public Transport Relief: The Grenada Transport Commission reports EC$1.7M invested via fuel rebates and western bus relief, with a 50% duty-free concessions plan for bus owners and operators in the works. Arts & Culture: Oliver Benoit, a Grenada artist, is the inaugural participant in an “urgent and necessary” international residency programme in the UK. Local Sports Spotlight: Anderson Peters remains in Diamond League contention after a strong Rome run, while Grenada’s presence continues to show up on the global athletics stage.

Visa & Tourism: Newly elected CHTA president Gregor Nassief says his US visa renewal was denied, pointing to Washington’s partial travel restrictions tied to Citizenship-by-Investment screening. Grenada–Nigeria Business Push: Grenada is moving toward visa-free entry for Nigerians (from July) and is exploring direct flights to boost trade, investment, and tourism. Music & Carnival Energy: Alyssa Joseph drops “Favor,” a gospel track built on divine reversal and encouragement for anyone feeling overlooked. Track & Field Spotlight: Grenadian javelin star Anderson Peters stays in the headlines as Rumesh Pathirage rockets to 92.62m in Rome; Peters is also featured in the Diamond League build-up. Arts in the UK: Grenadian artist Oliver Benoit lands an “urgent and necessary” international residency at Coreset on Friary Road, with research and new work planned. Local Arts Event: An “urgent and necessary” art show is set to launch, featuring Caribbean-focused work.

Football on TV: Ireland and Canada meet in a World Cup warm-up at Saputo Stadium, Montreal, kicking off around 12:30am BST/12:45am Irish time on Saturday 6 June, with Ireland coverage on RTÉ2 and streaming via RTÉ Player. Grenada on the global athletics stage: Grenadian javelin star Anderson Peters opened his 2026 Diamond League campaign with a win in Rabat, then faced a stacked Rome field where Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage stunned everyone with a record 92.62m—Peters still finished second with 83.91m. Music & faith: Trinidad-and-Tobago gospel artist Alyssa Joseph drops “Favor,” a message of divine reversal and encouragement for anyone feeling overlooked. Local arts spotlight: Grenada artist Oliver Benoit is set to begin an international residency in the UK with Coreset on Friary Road, Newark, as part of an “urgent and necessary” programme. Business/visas: Grenada moves to strengthen ties with Nigeria, with visa-free entry for Nigerians planned from July and talks on direct flights.

Track & Field Spotlight: Grenada’s Anderson Peters opened his 2026 Diamond League campaign with a win in Rabat (86.08m) and heads to Rome next. Local Athletics Rising: Carriacou’s Jamora Alves smashed the Grenadian senior discus record with 57.56m at NCAA East First Round, while Jamara Patterson ran 50.98s in NCAA heats and is now second on Grenada’s all-time 400m list. Grenada in the Arts Abroad: UK arts space Coreset launches an “urgent and necessary” international residency with Grenadian artist Oliver Benoit. Biennale Backlash: Over 100 Venice Biennale artists threaten legal action after being repeatedly left on the “Visitors’ Lions” awards ballots despite requests to withdraw. Caribbean Tourism Push: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 brings ministers together under “One Caribbean: Infinite experiences,” with Grenada among the delegations. Culture & Community: Grenada’s CYEN urges residents to protect sea turtles during nesting season. Public Service Note: Grenada’s Ministry of Education temporarily suspends in-person services at Tanteen, with remote support continuing.

Girls in Engineering: Grand Canyon University’s camp had 30-plus students testing ice-pop-stick bridges with weights, proving the builds held up to 700 grams and sparking hands-on mechanical engineering confidence. Caribbean Week in New York 2026: Tourism ministers and officials gathered at InterContinental New York Times Square for the CTO summit “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” aiming to boost resilience and push authentic, culture-led travel. Grenada sports spotlight: Javelin star Anderson Peters opened his 2026 Diamond League run with a win in Rabat (86.08m) and heads to Rome next. Local arts & culture: Lucia’s Afro-Caribbean chef Cleophus Hethington marked the restaurant’s one-year anniversary with Carnival-style nights and diaspora-inspired dishes. Grenada tourism & health: CARPHA launched the Regional Tourism and Health Programme in Grenada to strengthen health security for visitors. Community environment: CYEN Grenada urged residents to protect sea turtles during nesting season, stressing low noise, safe viewing, and no touching.

Track & Field Spotlight: Julius Yego and Ferdinand Omanyala headline Kenya’s charge at the Rome Diamond League today, with Grenada’s Anderson Peters fresh off a Rabat win (86.08m) and set to keep building momentum. Grenada Sports Rising: Carriacou’s Jamora Alves smashes the national senior discus record (57.56m) at NCAA action, while Jamara Patterson clocks a breakthrough 400m run (50.98m PB in heats; 51.43s for the title). Regional Tourism & Health: Grenada joins CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme, aiming to strengthen health security for a tourism sector that drives major GDP and jobs. Caribbean Week Buzz (NYC): Caribbean tourism ministers and leaders gather in New York for Caribbean Week 2026 under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” pushing connectivity and resilience. Local Culture & Community: CYEN Grenada urges residents to protect sea turtles during nesting season, warning that noise and lights can derail nesting. Arts & Culture Watch: Over 100 artists threaten legal action over inclusion in Venice Biennale “Visitor Lion” awards. Food & Identity: Miami chef Cleophus Hethington celebrates Lucia’s one-year anniversary with Afro-Caribbean, Grenada-rooted dishes and Carnival-style nights.

African Diaspora & Culture: Taraba State’s delegation brought standout performances to the 2026 African Liberation Festival in Grenada, with audiences drawing emotional links between Caribbean traditions and African heritage. Grenada Sports Spotlight: Javelin ace Anderson Peters kicked off his 2026 Diamond League campaign in Rabat with a win (86.08m), and sprinter Nazzio John qualified for the NCAA Division I Nationals after equalling Grenada’s 200m senior record (20.27). Track & Field Rising Stars: Jamora Alves smashed the Grenadian women’s discus record (57.56m) at NCAA action, while Jamara Patterson ran a historic 400m run, moving into the sub-51 conversation. Regional Leadership: Her Ladyship Madam Margaret Price Findlay was appointed 14th Chief Justice of the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court. Tourism & Health: Grenada launched CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme, boosting health security for a tourism sector worth over 25% of GDP. Clean Energy for Fisheries: STAR-Fish (Canada-funded) is ramping up renewable energy and low-carbon upgrades for Caribbean fisheries, including cold-chain support. Local Community Notes: CYEN Grenada urged residents to protect sea turtles during nesting season.

Grenada Tourism & Health: Grenada officially joined CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme, rolling out better surveillance and early-warning systems to protect visitors and boost confidence in the destination. Climate Adaptation Guide: The Ministry of Climate Resilience validated a revised Citizen’s Guide to Climate Change Adaptation for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique, with simplified, public-friendly content ahead of release. Public Procurement Push: The Central Procurement Unit will host a two-day “Smart Bidding, Stronger Partnerships” symposium at Radisson Beach Resort (10–11 June) to strengthen compliance and help local vendors. Road Works Disruption: Scott Street in St George’s closes for asphalt paving from 2 June (9pm–3am) with detours and no-parking rules. Sports Spotlight: Grenadian javelin star Anderson Peters opened his Diamond League season in Rabat with an 86.08m win, while Jamora Alves smashed the national senior discus record and Jamara Patterson ran a historic sub-51 400m. Culture & Community: CAIPO backed the Grenada Chocolate Festival opening, and the Grenada Steelband Association mourned steelpan adjudicator Joanna Ragbir-Leslie.

Caribbean Tourism in Focus: Caribbean Week in New York 2026 kicked off June 1 at the InterContinental New York Times Square, with CTO leaders and tourism ministers from across the region—including Grenada—meeting under “One Caribbean: Infinite Experiences,” plus a Caribbean Women in Tourism Leadership Dinner featuring United Airlines’ Christine Valls. Grenada Tourism + Health: Grenada became the 13th Caribbean country to launch CARPHA’s Regional Tourism and Health Programme, aiming to strengthen surveillance and early warning for tourism-related public health events. Digital Push: Hon. Ron Redhead was appointed Grenada’s Minister for Digital Transformation, tasked with ICT, digital government, data governance, cybersecurity, innovation, and AI policy. Hurricane Readiness: Liberty Caribbean says it’s ready for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, citing lessons from Hurricane Melissa and new network resilience investments. Chocolate & Culinary Culture: CAIPO backed the Grenada Chocolate Festival opening, while GHTA’s “Cocoa and Spice” fundraiser helped support the National Culinary Team ahead of Taste of the Caribbean 2026. Steelpan Loss: Grenada mourns steelpan adjudicator Joanna Ragbir-Leslie, who served in Grenada competitions since 2018. Community Concerns: Woodford residents’ groups say planning and environmental safeguards are being ignored amid ongoing industrial development debates. Sports Spotlight: Grenadian sprinter Nazzio John qualified for NCAA Division I Nationals after equalling the national 200m record.

Digital Transformation: Hon. Ron Redhead has been appointed Grenada’s Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister and designated Minister for Digital Transformation, effective 1 June 2026, with responsibility for ICT infrastructure, digital government, data governance, cybersecurity, innovation and start-ups, and AI policy. Tourism + Health Security: Grenada has launched the Regional Tourism and Health Programme (THP), making it the 13th Caribbean country in CARPHA’s initiative to strengthen tourism resilience through better surveillance, early warning, and coordinated public health response. Hurricane Readiness: Liberty Caribbean says it’s ready for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, pointing to strengthened network resilience and emergency response after last year’s Hurricane Melissa. Chocolate Festival Support: CAIPO partnered with the Grenada Chocolate Festival Committee, spotlighting IP protection plans for Geographical Indications for Grenada cocoa and nutmeg. Culinary Fundraiser: GHTA’s “Cocoa and Spice Everything is Nice” fundraiser backed the GHTA National Culinary Team ahead of Taste of the Caribbean 2026. Steelpan Loss: Grenada mourns steelpan adjudicator Joanna Ragbir-Leslie of Trinidad and Tobago, who served as a competition adjudicator in Grenada since 2018. Sports Spotlight: Grenadian sprinter Nazzio John equalled the national senior 200m record with 20.27s to qualify for the NCAA Division I Championships. Music Rights: ECCO announces its 15th AGM in St Lucia next month, with director elections for territories including Grenada. Weather Watch: A tropical wave is expected to bring showers to Grenada Saturday night into Sunday morning.