Caribbean Music & Culture: Grenada’s Jelani Moses is gearing up for a Guinness World Records violin marathon, aiming to play for up to 24 hours (24–26 Oct at Plains Playing Field) as part of a bigger UNBROKEN weekend featuring local artistes. Local Sports & Community: The GCIC Inter-Sector Football Tournament wrapped up with Sandals Grenada Beach Resort & Spa crowned champions after nearly 10 weeks of matches, with Acado Grenada second and GSWWU third. Arts & Entertainment Spotlight: Hollywood Walk of Fame star Nia Long was honored with her Motion Pictures star, with fresh attention on her Grenada family roots. Regional Tourism & Business: Royal Caribbean Group’s landmark US$3 billion partnership with Sandals and Beaches is being hailed as a defining moment for Caricom’s private sector, with a 50% investment and plans to complete by early 2027. Health Awareness (Grenada): St Andrew Development Organisation marks September and October with breast and prostate cancer awareness events, including a Let’s Talk Prostate Cancer session (30 Sept) and a community walk and health fair (31 Oct).
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Caribbean Music Spotlight: Grenada’s own V’ghn picked up Jab Artist of the Year at the Caribbean Music Awards, adding to the island’s growing awards momentum. Local Sports & Community: Sandals Grenada Beach Resort & Spa won the GCIC Inter-Sector Football Tournament, capping nearly 10 weeks of matches with a finals-night celebration. Grenada on the Global Stage: Island Innovators is a finalist in Digital Inclusion at the Digital@UNGA Awards 2026, putting Grenada tech-diplomacy in the spotlight. Arts & Culture: Jelani Moses is gearing up for a Guinness World Records attempt—longest marathon playing violin—running Oct. 24–26 at Plains Playing Field. International Entertainment: Nia Long received a Hollywood Walk of Fame star, with her Grenada family roots highlighted. Regional Sports: Grenada’s U-23 volleyball team has departed for the NORCECA U-23 Copa America in El Salvador, marking a first for the island.
Caribbean Hospitality Deal: Royal Caribbean Group is investing about US$3 billion for a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches, setting up a new 50-50 joint venture aimed at expanding all-inclusive vacation experiences while keeping the brands’ Caribbean identity front and centre. Grenada at UNGA 81: Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall leads a high-level delegation in New York, with Project Polaris pitched to investors and partners as a healthcare-and-economic transformation plan tied to the new General Hospital and wider “Medical City.” Local Business Spotlight: Real Value Supermarket IGA’s managing director Hassan Hadeed was named IGA International Retailer of the Year for the Caribbean, adding another international win for Grenada’s retail scene. Arts & Culture: Grenada’s Pavilion at the Venice Biennale continues through Nov. 22, featuring Barbados artist Russell Watson’s digital installation exploring Caribbean ecologies and sensory immersion. Sports & Community: Sandals Grenada won the GCIC Inter-Sector Football Tournament; plus Grenada’s Under-23 volleyball team has departed for NORCECA U-23 Copa America in El Salvador.
Caribbean Music Spotlight: Grenada’s soca star V’ghn won Jab Artist of the Year at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad, adding to a big night for the island’s music scene. Carnival Tourism Boost: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a tourism win, with visitor arrivals during the festival period up 20% year-on-year. Local Entertainment & Culture: The Unicorn Theatre announced the cast for Home Song, a baby-focused musical inspired by journeys from Ghana and Grenada, running Oct. 2–Nov. 8. Film & Community Arts: The 17th annual Fist Up Film Festival returns Oct. 1–4 in Berkeley with documentaries and shorts on culture, migration and Caribbean resistance. Sports With a Grenada Angle: The GCIC Inter-Sector Football Tournament crowned Sandals Grenada Beach Resort & Spa champions, while Grenada’s U-23 volleyball team heads to El Salvador for NORCECA U-23 Copa America. Hospitality Meets Cruise Power: Royal Caribbean Group is investing about US$3 billion for a 50% stake in Sandals and Beaches, a major Caribbean hospitality shake-up.
Soca Spotlight: Grenada’s V’ghn wins Jab Artist of the Year at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad, adding major momentum to his seven-nomination run and spotlighting the fast-rising Jab sound. Carnival Tourism Boost: Spicemas 2026 delivers a 20% jump in visitor arrivals, with 11,299 arrivals during Aug. 2–11—fueling Grenada’s push to grow culture-led travel. Local Sports & Community: Sandals Grenada Beach Resort & Spa are crowned champions of the GCIC Inter-Sector Football Tournament, capping nearly 10 weeks of workplace football. Youth in Motion: Grenada’s U-23 volleyball team departs for the NORCECA U-23 Copa America Championships in El Salvador, marking the first time the island competes at this level. Arts & Film: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its eighth season (Oct. 18–25) at Movie Palace, with “Grenada Night” kicking things off. Tech-Diplomacy Win: Island Innovators reaches the Digital Inclusion finalists at the Digital@UNGA Awards 2026, putting Grenada on the global innovation map.
Soca & Awards: Grenada’s V’ghn won Jab Artist of the Year at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad, adding to a big nominations haul and spotlighting the growing Jab sound across the region. Carnival Tourism: Spicemas 2026 delivered a tourism boost for Grenada, with visitor arrivals up 20% year-on-year during the festival period, driven especially by non-national travellers. Local Sports Spotlight: The GCIC Inter-Sector Football Tournament wrapped up with Sandals Grenada Beach Resort & Spa crowned champions after nearly 10 weeks of matches. Community & Environment: Sandals Foundation helped rally 700+ volunteers across the Caribbean for International Coastal Cleanup Day, including a Grenada cleanup involving local partners and schools. Grenada on the Global Arts Map: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its eighth season (18–25 October) at Movie Palace, with Grenada Night opening the programme. Youth Sport: Grenada’s U-23 Volleyball Team has departed for the NORCECA U-23 Copa America Championships in El Salvador (20–28 September). Tech & Innovation: Island Innovators reached the Digital Inclusion finals at the Digital@UNGA Awards 2026, putting Grenada in the spotlight during UNGA 81. Public Service Moves: Grenada’s Special Education Needs Unit has temporarily relocated to Galleria Mall (Grand Anse) for public access during working hours.
Grenada Arts & Culture: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its eighth season (18–25 Oct) at Movie Palace, with “Grenada Night” spotlighting local stories like Call of the Jab and Mighty Mari. Regional Music Spotlight: Grenadian soca star V’ghn won Jab Artist of the Year at the Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad, adding major momentum to a Grenada-heavy Jab lineup. Tourism & Carnival Buzz: Spicemas 2026 delivered a tourism lift, with 11,299 arrivals (Aug 2–11), up 20% year-on-year, driven by a 24% jump in non-national visitors. Local Entertainment Calendar: Unicorn Theatre announced the cast for Home Song, a baby-focused musical running 2 Oct–8 Nov, inspired by journeys from Ghana and Grenada. Community & Access: Special Education Needs Unit services are temporarily relocated to Galleria Mall (Grand Anse) while the ministry reorganizes other support units.
Caribbean Music Awards: Grenada’s V’ghn took home Jab Artist of the Year at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad, adding to a big night that also saw him perform alongside fellow Grenadians Lil Kerry and Muddy. Spicemas Tourism Boost: Grenada’s Spicemas delivered a tourism win, with 11,299 arrivals from Aug. 2–11—up 20% year over year—driven especially by non-nationals (+24%). Film & Screen Culture: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its eighth season, running Oct. 18–25 at Movie Palace, featuring 15 countries and a Grenada Night opening. Local Arts & Community: Grenlec Debates kick off Sept. 21 with 18 secondary schools competing in an impromptu format. Sports & Fitness: Grenada hosts its Dive and Conservation Festival Oct. 26–Nov. 1, spotlighting wrecks, reefs, and marine protection. Citizenship by Investment Review: IMA Grenada has commissioned an independent September–October 2026 review of its CBI programme, with an online public questionnaire via Caribbean Analytics.
Caribbean Music Awards Buzz: Grenada’s soca spotlight keeps growing as V’ghn wins Jab Artist of the Year at the 2026 Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad, while Lady Lava leads the CMA field with nine nominations ahead of the weekend ceremony. Spicemas Tourism Boost: Grenada’s flagship carnival delivered a tourism win—Spicemas 2026 brought 11,299 arrivals (up 20% year-on-year), with non-nationals rising 24%, as the festival strengthens its role as both culture and a tourism engine. Film & Screen Culture: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its eighth season (18–25 October) at Movie Palace, featuring 15 countries and a Grenada Night opening. Festival for Divers: The 5th annual Grenada Dive and Conservation Festival runs 26 October–1 November under “Sustainable Legacy,” pairing wreck-and-reef adventures with coral and habitat education. Local Arts on Stage: CMA’s Trinidad debut also adds Grenadian performers to the lineup, including Muddy bringing his Jab sound to NAPA.
Caribbean Music Awards (CMA) Buzz: Trinidad & Tobago hosts the CMA debut this weekend at NAPA, with Lady Lava leading the field on 9 nominations and Grenada’s Muddy, V’ghn and Lil Kerry among the performers and nominees. Grenada Film Festival: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its 8th season, running 18–25 October 2026 at Movie Palace, with “Grenada Night” kicking things off. Dive & Conservation: Grenada’s 5th annual Dive and Conservation Festival lands 26 Oct–1 Nov 2026 under “Sustainable Legacy,” spotlighting wrecks, reefs and marine restoration. Local Arts/Community: Grenlec Debates start 21 September with 18 schools in an impromptu-style season, while the Carriacou & Petite Martinique Primary Schools Sports Quiz Competition launches to spotlight young talent. Health & Public Service: Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital begins Block C renovations from 28 September, and Grand Anse Medical Station closes 19 September for deep cleaning. Sports & Scholarships: Grenfin’s invitational swim meet runs 24–27 September, and two Grenadians win UK Government scholarships (Chevening and Commonwealth).
Caribbean Music Awards (CMA) Buzz: Lady Lava leads the Trinidad debut with 9 nominations, while Grenada’s own Muddy (2025 Power Soca Monarch winner) joins the performer lineup at NAPA on Sept 19—plus more Grenadian acts are set to shine across Jab and Soca categories. Grenada Film Festival: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its 8th season, running Oct 18–25 at Movie Palace, with “Grenada Night” kicking things off and spotlighting local filmmakers. Dive & Conservation Plans: Grenada’s 5th annual Dive and Conservation Festival is set for Oct 26–Nov 1 under “Sustainable Legacy,” pairing wreck-and-reef exploration with coral restoration and marine education. Local Arts on Screen: Grenada’s Jab and soca scene keeps momentum as CMA nominations roll in, with V’ghn leading Grenada’s contingent (7 nominations). Community Sports & Youth: Grenlec Debates prelims start Sept 21, and Carriacou/Petite Martinique launch a Primary Schools Sports Quiz Competition to build confidence and teamwork. Health & Culture Calendar: Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital begins Block C renovations Sept 28, and Grand Anse Medical Station closes Sept 19 for deep cleaning.
Caribbean Music Awards (CMA) Buzz: Lady Lava leads the Trinidad debut with 9 nominations, while Grenada’s soca contingent is set to shine at NAPA on Saturday, including Muddy (Power Soca Monarch winner) and V’ghn (7 nominations) plus Jab and Soca nominees like Lil Kerry, Tallpree, Dred Lion and more. Grenada Arts & Film: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its 8th season (18–25 Oct 2026) at Movie Palace, opening with “Grenada Night” spotlighting local filmmakers. Sports on the Calendar: Grenlec Debates kick off 21 Sept with 18 schools, while Grenada’s Dive and Conservation Festival runs 26 Oct–1 Nov under “Sustainable Legacy.” Community & Culture: Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in visitor arrivals (11,299 total). Entertainment Wire Grenada Spotlight: Tonight’s GBN entertainment highlights Duwan de entertainer’s “speed” with Jambalasee Grenada on the Headpiece Riddim.
Caribbean Music Awards: Lady Lava leads the regional field with nine nominations as the CMA heads to Port of Spain’s NAPA, with Grenada’s own V’ghn also racking up seven nods and a strong Jab and soca presence across the lineup. Film & Culture: The 12°N, 61°W Grenada Film Festival returns for its eighth season (Oct 18–25) at Movie Palace, opening with “Grenada Night” spotlighting local stories. Dive Tourism: Grenada’s 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival is set for Oct 26–Nov 1 under “Sustainable Legacy,” pairing wreck-and-reef adventures with coral and habitat education. Youth & Learning: Grenlec Debates kick off Sept 21 with 18 secondary schools, while Carriacou and Petite Martinique launch a new primary schools sports quiz competition. Community Health: Mt Gay Psychiatric Hospital begins Block C renovations Sept 28, and Grand Anse Medical Station closes Sept 19 for deep cleaning. Media & Safety: Journalists across the Caribbean are urged to put children first in disaster coverage.
Dive & Conservation: Grenada’s 5th annual Dive and Conservation Festival runs Oct. 26–Nov. 1 under “Sustainable Legacy,” spotlighting wrecks like the Bianca C, plus reef restoration and habitat protection across Grenada and Carriacou. Soca Spotlight: Grenadian soca heads to the Caribbean Music Awards in Trinidad on Sept. 19, with V’ghn leading the island’s nominations (7) and multiple artists up in Jab and Soca categories. Tourism & Culture: Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in visitor arrivals, with total arrivals rising to 11,299 and non-nationals up 24% year-on-year. Workplace Inclusion: The HireAbility Campaign, sparked by Grenada youth advocate Zinzee Noel, is pushing Caribbean employers to remove barriers and hire persons with disabilities. Sports Development: Grenada’s sports bodies met to shape 2027 funding priorities and a coordinated national sports calendar. Health Note: Grand Anse Medical Station will close Sat., Sept. 19 for deep cleaning, with services moving to St George’s Health Centre.
Local Sports Development: Grenada’s sporting bodies are shaping the 2027 agenda after a funding retreat and national sports calendar workshop, pushing better coordination, accountability, and realistic programme ranking. Youth & Community Sports: Carriacou and Petite Martinique students will compete in a new Primary Schools Sports Quiz Competition 2026, mixing sports knowledge with teamwork and school pride. Grenada Tourism & Culture: Spicemas 2026 delivered a 20% jump in visitor arrivals, rising to 11,299 total arrivals (and 24% growth in non-nationals) for the Aug. 2–11 period. Music Spotlight: GBN Entertainment highlights Grenadian soca artiste Duwan de entertainer, whose “speed” collaboration with Jambalasee Grenada is gaining momentum on the Headpiece Riddim. Education & Scholarships: Two Grenadians won prestigious UK Government scholarships—Ravon Charles (Chevening) for Sport Rehabilitation at Loughborough and Akeyshur Bartholomew (Commonwealth) for Medical Ultrasound at Imperial. Tech for the Region: iCloud+ now bundles Apple TV and Apple Arcade in 100+ countries, including Grenada, with plans starting at $0.99/month in eligible markets. Health & Safety: Free rabies vaccination clinics for dogs are set for Sept. 26 across Grenada.
Grenada Carnival Buzz: Spicemas 2026 kept the momentum going, with Grenada recording a 20% jump in total visitor arrivals (11,299 in 2026 vs 9,448 in 2025) and a 24% rise in non-national visitors—another win for soca, street mas and the creative economy. Music Spotlight: GBN Entertainment is turning the spotlight on Grenadian soca star Duwan de entertainer, whose collaboration “speed” with Jambalasee Grenada under the Headpiece Riddim is gaining traction. Sports & Community: The Grenfin Invitational Swim Meet returns to the Good Hope Swimming Pool (Sept 24–27), serving as OECS Team Trials with 34 spots up for grabs. Tourism & Nature: The Grenada Tourism Authority announces its 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival (Oct 26–Nov 1), with diving, conservation education and community activities across Grenada and Carriacou. Public Health: SGU and the Ministry of Agriculture/Health roll out free rabies vaccination clinics for dogs island-wide on Sept 26. Consumer Watch: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal officially begins work, chaired by Magistrate Nevlyn John, to strengthen dispute resolution and consumer protection. Regional Climate Reality: A UNICEF-backed Eastern Caribbean study warns there’s “no safe zone” for children, with hazards expected to affect more than nine in ten by mid-century. International Arts & Recognition: UWI will award 13 honorary degrees during its 2026 graduation season, including reggae icon Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley and hip-hop pioneer Doug E. Fresh.
Spicemas Spotlight: Grenada’s 2026 Spicemas is delivering a real tourism lift, with total visitor arrivals up 20% to 11,299 for the Aug. 2–11 period, and non-national arrivals rising 24% to 9,958. Sports Planning: Grenada’s sporting associations are shaping the 2027 calendar and funding priorities through a national workshop aimed at better coordination and accountability. Aquatic Upgrade: Work on the Grenada Aquatic Centre is moving into pool installation, with Myrtha Pools on island and key materials already delivered. Fashion & Culture Buzz: New York Fashion Week S/S 2027 is drawing attention for both strong label showings and on-runway controversy, keeping the fashion conversation loud. UWI Honors: UWI will award 13 honorary degrees across campuses, including reggae icon Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley and hip-hop pioneer Doug E. Fresh. Tech for Creatives: Apple is bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade into iCloud+ in 100+ countries, including Grenada, at no extra charge. Community Note: The Grenada Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation announces the 2nd Annual Grenada Glory Games 2026, running Dec. 11–13 with events starting Dec. 5.
Spicemas Boom: Grenada’s Spicemas 2026 delivered a big tourism lift, with 11,299 arrivals for the Aug. 2–11 festival period—up 20% from 2025—while non-nationals rose 24% to 9,958, reinforcing the carnival’s pull for music, mas and street culture. UWI Honors: UWI will award 13 honorary degrees in 2026, including reggae icon Damian “Jr. Gong” Marley, hip-hop pioneer Doug E. Fresh, and Dominica’s Olympic triple-jump gold medallist Thea LaFond. Football Fix: The Grenada Football Association moved its 2026/27 Concacaf Nations League home fixtures to Trinidad and Tobago due to ongoing concerns over the Kirani James Athletics Stadium playing surface. Mental Health Push: Calls are growing after 10 suicides were recorded in Grenada last month, with experts urging communities and workplaces to spot warning signs early and treat mental health as a daily priority. Tech for Creators & Gamers: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries by bundling Apple TV and Apple Arcade at no extra charge, with Grenada included. Sports Spotlight: Keshorn Walcott finished fourth in men’s javelin at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship, while Grenada’s Anderson Peters took second.
Underwater Art That Heals Reefs: After Hurricane Ivan stripped Molinere Bay’s coral, sculptor Jason deCaires Taylor placed 75 human figures off Grenada in 2006—now a 2024 study suggests the artificial reef helped coral cover catch up to nearby natural reefs in about two years. Missing Child Alert: Grenada police are still searching for 5-year-old Marlick Williams of Grand Anse Valley, last seen Sept. 10 at The Carenage, St George’s, with reports of a “Rasta man” visiting and leaving with the child. Mental Health Push: Ten suicides last month have sparked calls across the Caribbean for everyday mental health support, with warnings about burnout, withdrawal, and “worthless” statements. Caribbean in Hollywood: Grenada-linked actress Nia Long is set to receive a Hollywood Walk of Fame star on Sept. 16, celebrating her family roots across the region. Tech for the Region: Apple is bundling iCloud+ with Apple TV and Apple Arcade in 100+ countries, including Grenada, at no extra charge. Sports & Community: Grenada’s Aquatic Centre project is advancing with pool installation works underway, while the GFA has relocated Concacaf Nations League home fixtures to Trinidad and Tobago. Fitness Event: The Grenada Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation announced the 2nd Annual Grenada Glory Games for Dec. 11–13, with activities starting Dec. 5.
Streaming Boost for Grenada: iCloud+ now bundles Apple TV and Apple Arcade in over 100 countries, including Grenada, with family sharing for up to six people (US and some major markets excluded). UNESCO Fellowship Call: WINGS Caribbean launches fellowships for mid-career and advanced women researchers and innovators, offering US$10,000 for up to 12 months; deadline is 30 September 2026. Sports Infrastructure Update: Grenada Aquatic Centre work moves into pool installation phase, with Myrtha Pools on-island and pool piping completed. Football Fix: Grenada Football Association relocates 2026/27 Concacaf Nations League home fixtures to Trinidad and Tobago after Kirani James Athletics Stadium field compliance issues. Regional Climate Funding: CC4FISH-II kicks off with US$12.55m to strengthen climate and disaster resilience in Caribbean fisheries through 2030. Fitness on the Calendar: Grenada Glory Games 2026 returns with events from Dec 5 and main competition Dec 11–13. Scholarship Wins: Two Grenadians receive major UK Government scholarships—Chevening (Ravon Charles) and Commonwealth (Akeyshur Bartholomew). Democracy Reminder: Grenada marks International Day of Democracy 2026 with a focus on participation, inclusion, and rights.
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