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The Erosion of Grenada’s Parliamentary System Under Keith Mitchell’s New National Party: A 25-Year Reflection

For over two decades, the New National Party (NNP) led by Keith Mitchell has played a crucial role in shaping Grenada’s political landscape. However, this period has also been marked by significant erosion of the parliamentary system, raising questions about governance, accountability, and the very nature of political representation in […]

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The Performance of the Ruling National Democratic Congress of Grenada: A Critical Analysis

The ruling National Democratic Congress (NDC) of Grenada, under the leadership of Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell, has faced significant challenges since taking office. As the party navigates the complexities of governance, its performance has come under scrutiny, particularly regarding the actions and decisions of its Members of Parliament (MPs). Critics […]

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Grenada Celebrates 51 Years of Independence with Festive Celebrations and Cultural Heritage

February 7, 2025, marked a significant milestone for Grenada as the island nation celebrated its 51st anniversary of independence from British colonial rule. The celebrations were vibrant and colorful, reflecting the rich cultural heritage and unity of the Grenadian people. Throughout the island, communities came together to partake in various […]

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Celebrating Intercol 2024 Success and Anticipating the Carifta Games

NNP PRESS STATEMENT March 15th, 2024 ST. George’s, Grenada — Congratulations to all the schools, athletes, and teams thatparticipated in Intercol 2024. Your hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship have made this year’s games a resounding success. Congratulations to SAASS for their victory in the boy’s division and SDCSS for leading […]

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Message from the President of Cricket West Indies on International Women’s Day

On this International Women’s Day, Cricket West Indies proudly celebrates the remarkable progress we’ve achieved in championing gender equality and empowerment within our cricketing community. Since assuming office, we have embarked on a transformative journey of inclusivity, recognizing and valuing the exceptional contributions of our female athletes. In the past […]

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Celebrating Grenada’s 50th Anniversary of Independence: Reflecting on the Journey’s Peaks and Valleys

As Grenada, the picturesque Caribbean nation known as the “Spice Isle,” prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary of independence, This significant milestone provides an opportunity to reflect upon the nation’s journey, highlighting both the achievements and challenges faced by the country. While Grenada has experienced periods of remarkable progress, it […]

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Grenada Banned Eight Doctors from Issuing Prescriptions – A Critical Look at the Grenada Pharmacy Council’s Actions

In the heart of Grenada, a storm brews not of tropical origins but born from the offices where healthcare governance and bureaucracy intertwine. Recent developments have seen the Grenada Pharmacy Council embroiled in controversy, a situation exacerbated by the latest decision that has sent ripples through the healthcare community. The […]

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Our National Colors- A signal of independent thinking!

By Dr. Neals J. Chitan As the 50th Golden Jubilee of Grenada’s Independence celebration heats up, one can’t help but notice the island-wide proliferation of our national colors, a signal of our Grenadian pride and patriotism, across the tri-island state and in the Diaspora. Red, yellow and green, the three […]

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Grenada Must Stand on the Right Side of History – Support South Africa’s Call for an End to Genocide Against the Palestinian People

By Arley Salimbi Gill On December 29, 2023, the government of the Republic of South Africa asked the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to hear its case—charging the state of Israel with genocidal acts against the Palestinian people. The ICJ began hearing the case this week. The government and people […]

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Celebrating 25 Years of Success: Wishing a Happy New Year to all visitors of SpiceIslander.com and SpiceIslander Radio!

Dear valued visitors of SpiceIslander.com and dedicated listeners of SpiceIslander Radio, As we bid farewell to yet another transformative year and eagerly welcome the dawn of a new one, we at SpiceIslander.com and SpiceIslander Radio would like to extend our heartfelt wishes for a joyous and prosperous New Year to […]