AGP Executive Report

Caribbean Fisheries Resilience: A US$12.55 million GEF-funded CC4FISH-II project was launched in Dominica to help more than 21,800 fisherfolk and coastal communities across Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago build climate and disaster resilience through 2030. Child Climate Risk: A UNICEF-backed Eastern Caribbean study warns there’s “no safe zone” for children, with rising heat, drought, hurricanes and sea-level rise putting schools and health facilities at growing risk—already one in three children live where three or more hazards overlap. Health Tech in Grenada: PAHO/WHO supported Grenada’s rollout of new online Integrated Health Surveillance Guidelines, training 45 health workers ahead of migration to the Government Data Center. Regional Infrastructure Support: The RIISE Facility has started operations for Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines, offering technical help to clear bottlenecks in climate-resilient infrastructure delivery. Air Quality Watch: IQAir’s World Air Quality Report ranked Pakistan the most polluted country in 2025 by PM2.5 levels, underscoring the scale of global air-quality problems. Wellness & Local Science: Grenada’s nutmeg spotlighted its shift from spice trade to modern wellness uses, while UNESCO’s WINGS Caribbean launched a fellowship call for mid-career women researchers and innovators.

Climate & Water Security: A UNICEF-commissioned Eastern Caribbean study warns drought and extreme heat could last 3–4 months each year by mid-century, with Barbados and Grenada standing out—raising risks for farming, water supply, child nutrition and school sanitation. Regional Health Tech: CARPHA wrapped up the 11th CariPHLN workshop in Bridgetown, bringing lab directors and public health teams together to strengthen laboratory preparedness, surveillance and faster diagnostic response across the Caribbean. Grenada Health Systems: Grenada trained 45 health workers to use new online Integrated Health Surveillance Guidelines, designed to standardise reporting of notifiable events and support a One Health approach. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: The RIISE Facility has started operations, offering Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines specialised technical help to push climate-resilient projects past implementation bottlenecks. Fisheries Adaptation Funding: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II programme launched in Dominica to help more than 21,800 people in Caribbean fisheries adapt to climate impacts. Education & Scholarships: Grenada awarded EC$6,817,668.70 in national scholarships to 85 students, including new support areas like law under a policy change. Opportunities for Innovators: UNESCO WINGS Caribbean opened fellowships for mid-career women researchers and innovators, with a 30 September 2026 deadline. Local Tech & Waste Solutions: A Grenada delegation studied sargassum management in Punta Cana under GIZ’s BioWaste Caribbean project, aiming to build a system suited to Grenada’s coast. Science & Learning Abroad: St. George’s University (Grenada) announced a medical webinar on 22 September, and the OECS launched advanced digital skills scholarship applications.

Climate & Food Security: Saint Lucia’s agriculture minister says climate change is already hitting crops, fisheries, and water—raising the risk of higher food prices and less access to nutritious food. Health Lab Readiness: CARPHA’s CariPHLN workshop in Barbados brought together lab directors across the region to strengthen surveillance, diagnostics, and faster public health response. Infrastructure Delivery: The RIISE facility is now operating for Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, and St Vincent & the Grenadines, offering technical help to push climate-resilient projects past implementation bottlenecks. Fisheries Resilience Funding: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launched in Dominica to support over 21,800 people in Caribbean fisheries and coastal communities through 2030. Grenada Health Systems Upgrade: Grenada trained health workers to use new online Integrated Health Surveillance Guidelines, with updates managed centrally before the platform moves to the government data center. Education & Scholarships: Grenada’s National Scholarship Awards handed out EC$6.8m+ for tertiary study, including support via SGU and The UWI. Research Fellowship Call: UNESCO WINGS Caribbean opened a call for mid-career women researchers and innovators, with US$10,000 fellowships and a 30 September deadline.

Resilient Infrastructure Push: The new Caribbean Resilient Infrastructure Implementation and Skills Exchange (RIISE) Facility is now operating, offering Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent & the Grenadines specialised help to clear bottlenecks and speed up climate-resilient projects, from water and transport to coastal protection and disaster recovery. Climate-Resilient Fisheries Funding: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II initiative launched in Dominica will support more than 21,800 people across the region to strengthen climate and disaster resilience in fisheries through 2030. Health Tech Upgrade: Grenada trained 45 health workers to use new online Integrated Health Surveillance Guidelines, moving reporting onto a central platform that can be updated and aligned with the International Health Regulations using a One Health approach. Digital Research Opportunity: UNESCO WINGS Caribbean opened a call for fellowships backing mid-career women researchers and innovators tackling Caribbean development challenges, with applications due 30 September 2026. Local Tech & Sustainability: Grenada’s delegation studied sargassum containment and use in Punta Cana under GIZ’s BioWaste Caribbean project, aiming to build a system suited to Grenada’s coastal needs. Science & Culture in the Sea: A study revisits Grenada’s underwater human-figure reef project, suggesting artificial reefs can develop coral cover similar to nearby natural reefs within about two years.

Climate Resilience for Fisheries: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launched in Dominica will help more than 21,800 people across the Eastern Caribbean and Trinidad & Tobago adapt to climate shocks in fisheries and coastal livelihoods. Regional Infrastructure Delivery: The Canada-funded RIISE Facility has started operations, offering technical help to Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia and St Vincent & the Grenadines to push climate-resilient public works past implementation bottlenecks. Health Systems Online: Grenada trained 45 health workers to use new online Integrated Health Surveillance Guidelines, moving updates to a central platform and aligning reporting with the International Health Regulations using a One Health approach. Women in Science: UNESCO’s WINGS Caribbean fellowship is open for applications, backing mid-career and advanced women researchers and innovators with US$10,000 awards (deadline 30 Sept 2026). Skills for the Future: OECS opened the call for its Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (Cohort II), with applications running 10–20 Sept 2026 across areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud and data analytics. Education Wins: Two Grenadians received major UK scholarships—Chevening (Sport Rehabilitation) and a Commonwealth award (Medical Ultrasound/Echocardiography). Sargassum Solutions: A Grenada delegation trained in Punta Cana on sargassum containment, collection and use, aiming to build a local management system.

Caribbean Diplomacy & Tech: Grenada joined a Latin America–Caribbean delegation to China’s Xinjiang, with diplomats from 20 countries visiting Urumqi, Kashgar and Changji—an eye on new cooperation links. Blue Economy & Waste Innovation: A Grenadian delegation trained in Punta Cana under GIZ’s BioWaste Caribbean project to build a sargassum management system, including offshore barriers and collection/pumping approaches, aimed at cutting health and coastal impacts. Digital Skills (OECS): Applications open Sept. 10 for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (CARDTP/World Bank, delivered by UWI Global Campus), covering AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics and more, across OECS member states including Grenada. Agriculture & Food Security (OECS): OECS and Grenada wrapped up a Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium (Sept. 1–3) pushing tech-and-business-led farming to reduce the region’s heavy food import bill. Health & Local Tech Pathways: AUN and St. George’s University formalized an academic affiliation to create structured admissions and support for aspiring medical students in Grenada. Public Safety: Police seek a knife-point pharmacy robber who stole cash from “Sunday to Sunday” in Lance Aux Epines. Wellness & Heritage: Grenada’s National Trust is pushing for World Heritage status for fort sites, while a nutmeg wellness explainer highlights antioxidant and anti-inflammatory uses.

Chocolate & Skills Boost (Tobago): Mt St George School and the Trinidad and Tobago Fine Cocoa Company (Trinitario) launched a new chocolate lab with a MoU covering technical training, recipe development, capacity building and community outreach—aimed at helping students add value to local cocoa. Wellness Spotlight (Nutmeg): A fresh look at nutmeg’s journey from the Spice Islands to Grenada, and why it’s trending in wellness for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory potential, plus digestion and stress-related claims. Digital Training (OECS): Applications open Sept 10 for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (CARDTP via UWI Global Campus), with advanced tracks like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics and fintech. Agriculture & Food Security (OECS/Grenada): OECS and Grenada wrapped up a Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium pushing youth-led and women-led tech and business approaches to reduce the region’s heavy food import bill. Water Tech Question (CARICOM context): A report revisits desalination as a possible answer to water stress, weighing costs and environmental concerns. Local Safety: Grenada police seek a masked knife-point robber who hit a pharmacy at Lance Aux Epines. Health Access (GHTA): GHTA’s free PSA screening programme runs through September for 100 men aged 40+ via Allied Medical Laboratory. Jobs: Grenada Distillers Limited is hiring a Sales and Marketing Manager. Education Pathway (Grenada): AUN and St George’s University formalized an academic affiliation to create structured admissions pathways for aspiring medical students. World Heritage Push (Grenada): Grenada National Trust is pursuing UNESCO World Heritage status for historic fort sites, including Fort Matthew tunnel systems.

Digital Skills Boost: OECS opens applications for the Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (Cohort II) on Sept. 10, closing Sept. 20, delivered by UWI Global Campus under the World Bank-backed CARDTP, with tracks like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech, UX/UI and more. Agriculture & Tech for Food Security: OECS and Grenada hosted the Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium (Sept. 1–3), bringing 150+ participants to push youth and women-led agricultural transformation and regional trade commitments amid a US$658m annual food import bill. Water Resilience Tech: A look at how desalination is moving from “emergency” to mainstream water security for climate-stressed coastal communities, with new projects and market growth driving renewed interest. Health & Tourism Support: GHTA returns its free PSA screening programme for 100 men (Sept. 1–30) via Allied Medical Laboratory, aiming to make wellness access easier for tourism workers. Local Safety Update: Grenada police seek a masked knife-point robber who stole cash from “Sunday to Sunday” pharmacy in Lance Aux Epines, with CCTV footage being reviewed. Heritage Funding Angle: Grenada National Trust pushes for World Heritage status for historic forts, arguing it could unlock millions for conservation and development.

Digital Skills Push (OECS): The OECS Commission opened applications for its 2026 Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II) on September 10, running to September 20, with training areas spanning AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech, UX/UI, and more—delivered via UWI Global Campus under the World Bank-backed CARDTP. Agriculture & Food Security (OECS/Grenada): OECS and Grenada wrapped up a Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium (Sept 1–3) bringing together 150+ participants to drive practical commitments for regional food resilience, highlighting the Caribbean’s US$658m annual food import bill. Water Security Debate (CARICOM): A new look at desalination argues it’s moving from “emergency” to mainstream water infrastructure, while weighing environmental, financial, and geopolitical risks for climate-stressed islands. Health Tech & Access (GHTA): Grenada’s Hotel and Tourism Association returned its free PSA screening drive for 100 men aged 40+ across September, partnering with Allied Medical Laboratory. Local Safety Update (Grenada Police): Police are investigating a knife-point robbery at “Sunday to Sunday” pharmacy in Lance Aux Epines, with CCTV footage being reviewed. Heritage & Conservation (Grenada National Trust): Grenada National Trust is pushing for World Heritage status for historic fort sites, citing complex tunnel systems at Fort Matthew and other forts. Education Pathway (Grenada): American University of Nigeria and St. George’s University formalized an academic affiliation to create structured admissions pathways for aspiring medical students.

Digital Skills Push: OECS opens applications for its Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (Cohort II) on Sept 10, closing Sept 20, with training in areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech, UX/UI and more—delivered by UWI Global Campus under the World Bank-backed CARDTP. Agriculture & Tech for Food Security: OECS and Grenada wrapped a Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium (Sept 1–3) calling for youth and women to drive agricultural transformation, with the region still importing most food at about US$658m a year. Water Security Debate: A look at whether desalination can solve water problems as CARICOM countries face climate-driven shortages, while weighing costs and environmental impacts. Tourism Health Tech: GHTA’s free PSA screening programme runs through September for 100 men aged 40+ via Allied Medical Laboratory clinics. Local Crime Update: Police investigate a knife-point robbery at “Sunday to Sunday” pharmacy in Lance Aux Epines, with CCTV footage being reviewed. World Heritage & Conservation: Grenada National Trust pushes for World Heritage status for historic forts, citing complex tunnel systems at Fort Matthew. Jobs: Grenada Distillers Limited advertises for a Sales and Marketing Manager.

Water Security Watch: A new look at desalination argues it’s moving from “last resort” to a mainstream fix as CARICOM countries face worsening drought and groundwater stress, but it also raises fresh concerns about cost, energy use, and environmental impacts. Public Safety: Grenada police are investigating a knife-point robbery at “Sunday to Sunday” pharmacy in Lance Aux Epines, with CCTV footage being reviewed as the search continues for a masked suspect. World Heritage Funding: Grenada National Trust officials say the island could unlock millions through World Heritage status, pointing to fort sites like Fort Matthew and its tunnel systems as key nomination assets. Climate Grants (Regional): The CABRIC programme is opening grant funding for locally led climate resilience projects in the Caribbean, with Bahamian organisations eligible and funding categories ranging from small to large grants. Digital Skills (OECS): Applications for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme open September 10 and run to September 20, covering areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, and fintech. Agriculture Tech & Jobs (OECS): OECS’s Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada pushed youth-led and women-led agricultural transformation, linking tech and business skills to regional food security. Health (Grenada): GHTA is offering free PSA screening for 100 men aged 40+ during September via Allied Medical Laboratory. Education Pathways: American University of Nigeria and St. George’s University in Grenada formalized an academic affiliation to support aspiring medical students with structured admissions pathways and advising. Local Notices: A Belmont minor road closure is set for Sunday, 13 September 2026, from 7am to 6pm.

Digital Skills Scholarships: The OECS Commission says applications for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (CARDTP, delivered by UWI Global Campus) open Sept. 10 and close Sept. 20, with tracks like AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, and web development. Agriculture & Tech for Food Security: OECS and Grenada wrapped a Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium (Sept. 1–3) bringing 150+ young farmers and women (including differently-abled stakeholders) to push practical commitments for regional food security, with Grenada’s minister stressing youth and women as drivers of technology and business. Health Leadership Training: PAHO and UWI celebrated the third cohort graduation of a Health Policy and Health Systems postgraduate programme, training 11 professionals across eight Caribbean countries/territories, aimed at strengthening health leadership. Local Tech & Education Pathways: AUN and St. George’s University (SGU) in Grenada formalized an academic affiliation to create structured admissions pathways for aspiring medical students, including webinars and advisory support. Tourism Health Tech: GHTA’s free PSA screening programme (Allied Medical Laboratory) returns for 100 men aged 40+ across September, with pre-registration required. Transport Update: Belmont minor road closure in St George’s is set for Sun, Sept. 13, 7am–6pm.

OECS Digital Skills: The OECS Commission opened applications for the 2026 OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (CARDTP, delivered by UWI Global Campus). Cohort II runs Sept 10–20, 2026, with training and industry-recognised certifications across areas like AI/ML, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech/blockchain, UX/UI, and web development. Agriculture & Youth: OECS and Grenada wrapped up the Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium (Sept 1–3) in St George’s, bringing together 150+ young farmers, women, and differently-abled stakeholders to push practical commitments for regional food security, with Grenada’s Minister Lennox J. Andrews stressing youth and women as drivers of technology and business. Finance & Climate Resilience: Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall completed a 3-day UK visit focused on debt sustainability, climate/disaster-resilience financing, and reforms for small island states. Health Tech in Tourism: GHTA is offering free PSA prostate screening for 100 men (40+) across Grenada via Allied Medical Laboratory, with pre-registration required.

Agriculture & Food Security: OECS and Grenada are urging fresh investment in youth and women as they tackle food security and cut reliance on imported food, following a Sept 1–3 Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium that drew 150+ participants across the OECS. Digital Skills: Applications are open for the OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (CARDTP, World Bank-funded) delivered by UWI Global Campus, with Cohort II running Sept 10–20 and covering areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech, and UX/UI. Health Tech & Access: The Grenada Hotel and Tourism Association (GHTA) is offering free PSA screening for 100 men aged 40+ through Allied Medical Laboratory during September, with pre-registration required. Clean Transport: Grenada marks World EV Day 2026, highlighting efforts to reduce motoring costs via electric vehicles, expanding charging infrastructure, and planning for end-of-life EV battery management. Education Pathways: American University of Nigeria and St. George’s University have formalized an academic affiliation to create structured admissions and support for aspiring medical students. Local Notices: Belmont minor road closure in St George set for Sept 13, 7am–6pm, for concrete works.

Medical Education Link-Up: American University of Nigeria and St. George’s University (SGU) in Grenada formalized an academic affiliation to create structured pathways for AUN students into medicine, with webinars, events, clinical workshops, and 1-on-1 advising. Digital Skills Scholarships: OECS opened applications (Sept 10–20) for the 2026 Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme, delivered by UWI Global Campus, covering areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech, UX/UI, and more. Men’s Health Tech in Tourism: GHTA and Allied Medical Laboratory launched a free PSA screening drive for 100 men aged 40+ across Grenada during September, with pre-registration required. EV Transition: Grenada marked World EV Day 2026, highlighting transport electrification, expanding charging infrastructure, and a roadmap for end-of-life EV battery management. Climate Resilience Funding: CABRIC grant funding is available in the Caribbean (with Grenada included), offering small, medium, and large grants for locally led coastal resilience projects. National Hydrocarbons Oversight: Grenada’s Parliament held a joint sitting with the Grenada Hydrocarbons Technical Working Group on the hydrocarbon programme’s status and the decision to terminate GPG’s Production Sharing Agreement and revoke its Development Licence.

Digital Transformation: Grenada has passed its digital transformation law, a move aimed at modernizing how services and systems work as the country pushes ahead on tech-led development. Climate & Resilience Funding: The CABRIC Programme is opening grant applications for locally led climate resilience projects across the Caribbean, with Grenada among the five participating countries and an estimated US$5 million available. Health Tech Access: GHTA’s free PSA screening programme runs through September for 100 men aged 40+ at Allied Medical Laboratory clinics, with pre-registration required. EV Transition: Grenada marks World EV Day 2026, highlighting efforts to cut motoring costs via expanded charging, transport policy, and planning for end-of-life EV batteries. Energy Governance: Parliament received an HTWG update on Grenada’s hydrocarbon programme, including the decision to terminate GPG’s Production Sharing Agreement and revoke its Development Licence. Housing Data Watch (Regional): Multiple county HUD rankings in the US show shifting assisted-unit totals, including Hinds County leading Mississippi in several categories.