AGP Executive Report

Citizenship by Investment Shockwaves: The EU has formally asked OECS states to phase out Citizenship by Investment by June 1, 2028, warning of possible loss of visa-free Schengen access—sparking fresh debate in the region as leaders push for economic diversification beyond CBI. Regional Education & Youth: ECTEL launched round two of the Pearl Allison Lake (P.A.L.) Scholarship Fund, with Grenada’s Jayeem Peters named among inaugural recipients, while Grenada’s Education Testing and Examinations Unit continues document certification and statement collection this week. Culture & Community: Signal Band frontman Sheldon “Shelly” Alfred wrapped a Grenada promotional run ahead of Spice Mas 2026, spotlighting Bouyon and local talent. Travel & Lifestyle: Wizz Air adds Spanish routes from Luton including Granada, plus Namibia’s visa-on-arrival list update and Saudi Arabia’s expanded 2026 eVisa access. Sports: St. Kitts hosts the ECVA U20 beach volleyball championship July 10–12, with Grenada among the competing teams.

Caribbean Rights Watch: A nearly 10-year legal fight over Trinidad and Tobago’s colonial-era ban on gay sex heads to a final appeals hearing in London, with activists across the region watching for a potential decriminalization precedent. Education & Youth: Grenada’s Educational Testing and Examinations Unit will facilitate certification of documents and collection of Statements of Qualification on 9–10 July, then continue Tuesdays to Thursdays from 9am–12 noon. Local Learning Spotlight: Republic Bank honoured five top TAMCC students with Overall Academic Excellence awards, each receiving a plaque and a $1,000 e-Free gift certificate. Investment Migration & Local Jobs: IMA Grenada’s symposium in Gouyave focused on boosting Grenadian innovation and expanding local developers’ participation in the Citizenship by Investment programme. Culture & Community: Award-winning Dominican artist Sheldon “Shelly” Alfred wrapped a promotional visit to Grenada, pushing his new single and linking up with local Bouyon and music voices ahead of Spice Mas 2026.

Caribbean Food as a Travel Hook: Caribbean cuisine is increasingly driving trips, with influencers spotlighting local meals and markets—highlighting Grenada’s cocoa tours and other island favourites as “shareable” culture. Local Politics & Regional Ties: Bermuda Premier David Burt joined Grenada’s NDC rally, calling the NDC a “sister party” and praising education-focused results under PM Dickon Mitchell. Investment Migration for Locals: IMA Grenada’s symposium in Gouyave pushed the Enhanced Local Developers Participation (ELDP) push, urging Grenadian-led projects across tourism, agribusiness, renewable energy, ICT and creative industries via GIDC support. Education Wins: Republic Bank honoured five TAMCC students with academic excellence awards after perfect 4.0 GPAs—Culinary Arts, Mechanical Technology, Building Technology, Natural Science and Electrical Installation. Diaspora Homecoming Momentum: Tourism Authority chairman Randall Dolland says Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is already a “tremendous success,” timed for the tourism low season to bring people back, fill rooms and spark nation-building. Culture & Music: Signal Band frontman Sheldon “Shelly” Alfred wrapped a Grenada promo tour, teaming up on “I Deserve This” and aiming to expand Bouyon across the Caribbean. Church Transition: A Roman Catholic priest says Fr. Hugh Logan’s appointment as delegate is temporary during the diocese transition until Rome names a new bishop. Sports Spotlight: Grenada’s presence is noted in regional beach volleyball planning, with Grenada listed among teams for St. Kitts’ ECVA U20 championship.

Education & Youth Achievement: Republic Bank honoured five TAMCC students with the Award for Overall Academic Excellence after they posted perfect 4.0 GPAs, with plaques and $1,000 e-Free account gifts. CPEA Results Focus: A closer look at Grenada’s 2026 CPEA results shows strong overall performance but flags Mathematics as the biggest concern, with the national average slipping versus 2025. Diaspora & Nation-Building: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is being hailed as a “tremendous success,” with leaders stressing that nation-building happens through both those who stay and those who return—using technology to contribute from anywhere. Tourism & Heritage Tension: A heritage warning is raised over the Drill Yard in St. George’s, arguing Grenada can’t talk “upgrading” tourism sites while allowing a key historic area to be demolished without a full review. Culture & Music: Signal Band frontman Sheldon “Shelly” Alfred wrapped a promotional tour in Grenada, pushing his new single “I Deserve This” ahead of Spice Mas 2026. Sports Development: Grenada’s young tennis players get an international boost through the Mayberry Junior Tennis Championship, where results feed into UTR rankings. Regional Security Training: Law enforcement and prosecutors across the Eastern Caribbean completed an RSS programme aimed at strengthening criminal prosecution and justice delivery.

Caribbean Culture & Travel: interCaribbean Airways CEO Trevor Sadler says travelers choose destinations through storytelling—built on culture, cuisine and community, with Grenada’s oil down used as a vivid example of how food carries history and people. Grenada Music & Identity: Signal Band frontman Sheldon “Shelly” Alfred wrapped a five-day promotional run in Grenada for his new single “I Deserve This,” teaming up with Xpert Productions and local artists as he looks to expand Bouyon across the Caribbean. Diaspora & Nation-Building: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell told Grenadians at Diaspora Homecoming that the country is built by those who stay and those who return—adding that technology can help people contribute from anywhere—framing it around Vision 75. Tourism & Heritage Tension: A local commentary questions whether Grenada can credibly “upgrade priority tourism sites” while the Drill Yard in St. George’s faces demolition without a full heritage review and salvage plan. Education Updates: The Ministry of Education set 6 July as the final day for CPEA reassignment (transfer) requests, with decisions expected in writing during the week of 13 July. Regional Security Training: Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and prosecutors completed an RSS course to strengthen criminal prosecution and justice delivery across member states.

Bouyon & Local Music: Signal Band frontman Sheldon “Shelly” Alfred wrapped a successful first Grenada promo visit, pushing his new single “I Deserve This” and teaming up with Grenadian acts ahead of Spice Mas 2026. Diaspora Homecoming 2026: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell told returning Grenadians the nation won’t be built by what’s sent back—only by those who stay and those who come back to build, including through technology. Tourism & Heritage Tension: A call is growing for Grenada to do a full heritage review before demolishing the Drill Yard, even as government talks up upgrading priority tourism sites. Education Deadline: Parents have until 6 July to submit CPEA transfer requests online, with decisions expected in mid-July. Sports Pathways: Grenada-linked offensive tackle Derrick Hooker Jr. is transferring to University Lab in Louisiana, while regional junior tennis gets an international UTR boost at the Mayberry Junior Tennis Championship. Regional Skills Training: OECS SKIP Grenada completed transversal skills training for teachers, focusing on practical classroom strategies and inclusive learning. Politics & Voting Clarity: A voter registration forum urges clearer public guidance on who can register and remain registered, ahead of the next election. Regional Security: Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and prosecutors complete an RSS prosecution course supported by the EU.

Diaspora Homecoming 2026: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming is being hailed as a “tremendous success,” with the Grenada Tourism Authority saying the two-week push is helping reconnect nationals and channel skills back into nation-building—timed for the tourism low season to boost rooms and flights. Vision 75 & leadership: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used the Diaspora Homecoming Forum to urge that Grenada will be built by those who stay and those who return “from anywhere” through technology, tying the message to the 2049 Vision 75 agenda. Culture & music: Dominican artist Shelly Alfred wrapped a five-day promotional tour of Grenada, spotlighting his single “I Deserve This” and linking up with local artistes ahead of Spice Mas 2026. Education deadline: The Ministry of Education says Monday, 6 July is the final day to submit CPEA reassignment (transfer) requests online, with decisions expected in mid-July. Tourism heritage debate: A call is growing for Grenada to pause and review the Drill Yard in St. George’s before demolition, arguing it clashes with plans to upgrade priority tourism sites. Regional skills training: OECS SKIP Grenada completed in-person transversal skills training for TVET teachers, focusing on communication, teamwork, digital literacy, ethics, and learner support.

Diaspora Homecoming 2026: Grenada’s Diaspora Homecoming is being hailed as a “tremendous success,” with Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell urging nationals abroad to help build the country—whether by returning or by using technology to contribute—while tourism stakeholders link the push to Vision 75. Culture & learning: Guyanese-born children’s author Gwenette Pearson-Cambridge shares how her teaching roots across the region shaped her storytelling for young readers. Tourism & heritage debate: A call is growing for Grenada to fully review and protect the Drill Yard in St. George’s before any demolition, arguing it can’t be ignored while “upgrading priority tourism sites.” Education updates: Parents have until 6 July to submit CPEA transfer requests online, with decisions communicated in mid-July. Community tourism push: OECS workshops in Saint Lucia focus on community-based tourism so locals become primary beneficiaries, not just visitors’ hosts. Regional capacity building: Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and prosecutors complete RSS prosecution training supported by the EU. Arts & music: Award-winning Dominican artist Shelly Alfred wraps a Grenada promo tour, spotlighting new music and planning a return for Spice Mas 2026.

Diaspora & Vision 75: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used the Diaspora Homecoming Forum to urge Grenadians to build from anywhere, tying the message to Vision 75 and a 25-year transformation mindset. Tourism & Heritage Tension: A tourism symposium push for upgrading priority sites clashes with concerns that St. George’s Drill Yard could be demolished without a full heritage review and salvage plan. Elections & Civic Clarity: A voter registration forum calls for clearer public guidance on who can register and stay registered, while criticizing limited engagement from the Supervisor of Elections/Parliamentary Elections Office. Education Transfers: The Ministry of Education set a 6 July deadline for CPEA reassignment requests, with transfers considered only on specific grounds and decisions communicated in mid-July. Infrastructure Debate: A look at the Finance–Design–Build model weighs speed and fiscal relief against long-term risks for Grenada’s development path. Culture & Music: Shelly Alfred wrapped a promotional tour of Grenada, spotlighting new music and linking with local artistes ahead of Spice Mas 2026. Community & Sport: St Andrew’s Festival 2026 schedule is out, promising parish-wide culture, sport and togetherness. Regional Training: Eastern Caribbean law enforcement and prosecutors completed RSS prosecution training, aimed at strengthening justice delivery. Spice Legacy: National Spice Replanting Day mobilised every parish to plant spice trees and renew Grenada’s agricultural heritage.

Vision 75 & Diaspora Homecoming: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell used the Diaspora Homecoming Forum to push Vision 75, stressing Grenada will be built by those who stay and by returning expertise—plus building from anywhere through technology. Education & Skills: OECS SKIP Grenada wrapped an in-person transversal skills training for TVET teachers, focusing on communication, teamwork, digital literacy, gender responsiveness and disaster-risk teaching. Spice & Community Pride: National Spice Replanting Day saw volunteers in every parish plant spice trees under “From Roots to Legacy,” linking agriculture, environment and national identity to Diaspora Homecoming 2026. Sports & Youth: Grenada gears up for Sandals National Learn to Swim Week (6–10 July) with upgraded instructor training and lessons across 15 locations, including Carriacou and Petite Martinique. School Transfers Deadline: Parents have until 6 July to submit CPEA reassignment requests online, with decisions communicated in mid-July. Religion & Culture: Religion briefs highlight a revival at Nathaniel Baptist Church and Christian hip-hop classes at a hotel. Regional Tourism Push: OECS continues strengthening community-based tourism as a growth engine, with training in Saint Lucia aimed at putting communities at the centre of tourism planning.

Sports & Youth: St. Kitts and Nevis named its squad for the ANOCES Athletics Championship (July 4–5 at Kim Collins Stadium), with athletes selected from season performance and a mix of experience and emerging talent, including Grenada among the nine participating countries. Disaster Resilience: EU funding supports Sendai Framework implementation across St. Kitts and Nevis, Grenada, and Suriname, backing disaster preparedness and recovery work through the EU-CA-RES programme. Education & Skills: The Advancing Caribbean Teachers (ACT) maths initiative wrapped up for a cohort of teachers, including participants from Grenada and Dominica, aiming to strengthen classroom practice through shared learning communities. Culture & Community: Grenada’s National Spice Replanting Day mobilised every parish during Diaspora Homecoming 2026, with volunteers planting spice trees under the “From Roots to Legacy” theme. Music & Local Pride: Dominican artist Shelly Alfred completed a promotional tour of Grenada, spotlighting “I Deserve This” and linking up with local media and artistes ahead of Spice Mas 2026. Tourism Development: OECS pushed community-based tourism as a growth engine, training tourism officials in Saint Lucia to help communities become primary beneficiaries of tourism. Health & Safety Skills: Grenada gears up for Sandals National Learn to Swim Week (July 6–10), following instructor training to improve how children learn to swim across multiple locations.

Grenada Diaspora Homecoming: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says the 2026 Homecoming is shifting from remittances to “human capital” as diaspora professionals take roles on key national boards, including the Public Utility Regulatory Commission and airport/transport bodies. Steelpan & Community Culture: The Carenage hosted the third annual We Pan Fest with 6 steel orchestras, local artistes, and father-focused tributes—another reminder that culture is also community-building. Agriculture & Heritage: National Spice Replanting Day saw volunteers plant spice trees across every parish under the theme “From Roots to Legacy,” tying national pride to agricultural renewal. Sports & Local Identity: A call is growing for a National Sports Symposium, with sports absent from the main Homecoming agenda despite the diaspora’s coaching and sports-science expertise. Regional Tourism Strategy: OECS is pushing community-based tourism as a growth engine, training member states to put communities at the centre of tourism policy and benefits. Health & Nutrition: EU–CaN and partners will run an OECS Regional Policy Accelerator Workshop on healthy diets and nutrition awareness, with special focus on women, girls, and youth. Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday: The Feast of St. Peter celebrations brought church services, boat blessings, aquatics, and a mega stage show—while organisers noted rising costs and funding gaps.

Diaspora & Nation-Building: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is shifting from “remittances only” to human-capital development, with overseas Grenadians serving on key national boards and helping drive economic and social growth. Culture in the Streets: The Carenage hosted the 3rd annual We Pan Fest, filling the Pedestrian Plaza with steel orchestras and local artistes, while organisers highlighted culture as community development. Agriculture & Pride: National Spice Replanting Day saw volunteers plant spice trees across every parish under the “From Roots to Legacy” theme, tied to Diaspora Homecoming. Community Tourism: OECS gathered member states in Saint Lucia to strengthen community-based tourism policies, aiming to keep tourism benefits in local communities. Health & Nutrition: EU–CaN and partners will run an OECS Regional Policy Accelerator Workshop on healthy diets and nutrition awareness (30 June–2 July). Sports & Youth: Grenada prepares for Sandals National Learn to Swim Week (6–10 July) with instructor training to improve how children learn to swim.

National Spice Replanting Day: Volunteers across every parish joined Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 to plant spice trees under the theme “From Roots to Legacy,” with Senator Roderick St Clair calling it a “statement of national responsibility” and a push to protect the Spice Isle identity. Diaspora Homecoming Culture & Policy: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says the Homecoming is shifting from remittances-only thinking to “human capital development,” pointing to diaspora members serving on key national boards as the Carenage “We Pan” celebrations build momentum. We Pan Fest in The Carenage: The third annual We Pan Fest filled the Pedestrian Plaza with steelpan, Soca and local talent, featuring six steel orchestras and performances by artists including Blaka Dan and General PP, hosted by Senator Claudette Joseph. Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday: RGPF confirmed safety and traffic arrangements for the June 29 Feast of St Peter celebrations, including rules on road structures, vendor music timing, and emergency vehicle access. Healthy Diets Workshop: EU–CaN and partners will host an OECS Regional Policy Accelerator Workshop on healthy diets from 30 June–2 July in True Blue, with a focus on nutrition for women, girls and youth. Scholarships: Grenada students can apply for Serbia (2026–2027) and Morocco (2026–2027) scholarship opportunities, covering tuition, stipends and support for eligible Grenadian citizens. Sports & Community: Grenada gears up for Sandals National Learn to Swim Week (6–10 July) with training led by Tara Baksh and lessons across 15 locations, including Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Local Arts & Heritage: Grenada’s contemporary art presence gets a boost as the Grenada Pavilion commissioner shares progress from international cultural programming, while a heritage spotlight warns that the Drill Yard site in St George’s could face demolition.

Diaspora & Nation-Building: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell says Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 is shifting from remittances to “human capital,” with returning nationals taking roles on key boards as the Carenage events roll on. Culture on the Waterfront: We Pan Fest’s third edition lit up the Carenage with steel orchestras, local artistes, and a bigger lineup of pan groups—plus community celebration led by Senator Claudette Joseph. Agriculture & Heritage: National Spice Replanting Day saw volunteers plant spice trees across every parish as part of Diaspora Homecoming, framing it as “From Roots to Legacy.” Sports & Youth Pathways: A call is growing for a National Sports Symposium, arguing sports should be central to diaspora engagement and youth development ahead of major regional events. Community Safety: RGPF confirmed traffic and safety arrangements for Gouyave Fisherman’s Birthday, including road rules, music timing, and emergency access. Learning to Swim: Sandals National Learn to Swim Week runs 6–10 July with trained instructors and lessons across 15 locations, including Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Gender Equality Training: OECS Commission launched a gender mainstreaming staff training series to strengthen gender-responsive programme planning across the region. Regional Nutrition Policy: EU–CaN and partners host an OECS workshop on healthy diets from 30 June–2 July, targeting nutrition action for women, girls, and youth. Education Opportunities: Morocco scholarship offers Grenadians undergraduate and graduate study options at Al Akhawayn University in 2026–2027. Health & Mind: A Grenada-focused opinion piece argues mental health should be taught in schools to help young people thrive through adolescence.

Diaspora & National Pride: Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 kicked off at Belmont Estate, with PM Dickon Mitchell stressing a shift from remittances to diaspora “human capital” and active roles on national boards. Culture on the Streets: The Carenage hosted the 3rd annual We Pan Fest, featuring six steel orchestras and local artistes, while Gouyave marked Fisherman’s Birthday (Feast of St. Peter) with prayer, boat blessings, and beachside aquatic events. Community Health & Learning: Sandals National Learn to Swim Week runs 6–10 July after instructor training, and a regional EU–CaN workshop (30 June–2 July) targets healthier diets and nutrition awareness across the OECS. Agriculture & Heritage: National Spice Replanting Day mobilised every parish under “From Roots to Legacy,” tying spice replanting to national identity. Mental Health Push: A Grenadian educator argues schools must teach mental health deliberately, especially during adolescence. Policy & Governance: RGPF outlined safety and traffic arrangements for Gouyave celebrations, and the High Court ruled against a prison officer’s bid to travel abroad without PSC permission.