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The Grenada Public Service to observe International Public Service Day on June 23, 2020

(St. George’s – Grenada – June 22, 2020) The Department of Public Administration salutes Public Officers as we observe International Public Service Day 2020 under the theme “Action Today, Impact Tomorrow: Innovating and Transforming Public Services and Institutions to realise the Sustainable Development Goals.”   Public Service Day celebrates the […]

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Government to Resume Engagement with Bus Operators Under Structured Approach

St. George’s: June 12, 2020: Government acknowledges bus operators’ positive response to the call for a conducive environment so that the suspension to dialogue can be removed. As such, Government intends to resume its engagement with bus operators under a structured approach. Further, Government has given consideration to the following areas […]

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Government continues swift action to effect changes at TAMCC

June 10, 2020 – The Government of Grenada is continuing swift action to address highlighted deficiencies in the operation of the T. A. Marryshow Community College (TAMCC). Minister of Education, Honourable Emmalin Pierre met Tuesday with the College Council to reiterate the government’s policy and commitment to the college and the […]

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Government of Grenada welcomes Dr. Neville Ying to finalize diaspora engagement policy & 5 year Action Plan

June 2, 2020. Grenada – The Government of Grenada (GoG) supported by the UN International Organization for Migration (IOM), welcomes the recruitment of Dr. Neville Ying to lead the finalization of the Grenada National Diaspora Engagement Policy & 5-year action plan. With this development, the GoG moves forward with its […]

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PM Dr Keith Mitchell happy with IMF Projection for 2021

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is predicting economic growth of 6.25% for Grenada in 2021. Fellow Grenadians, I welcome this projection because I think It is reflective of the level of confidence in Grenada’s economy and the country’s future, based both on Government’s management of the economy and the level […]

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SPICEMAS 2020 OFFICIALLY CANCELLED

Grenada, like the rest of the world, is dealing with the wide-ranging effects of COVID-19, not only on public health and the local economy but also our way of life. While great effort has been made by the local authorities to manage the spread of this disease, an event, the […]

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MINISTER FOR INFORMATION EXTENDS CONDOLENCES ON THE PASSING OF VETERAN BROADCASTER, GEORGE GRANT

St. George’s: April 28, 2020: Government Information Service: Minister for Information, Hon. Emmalin Pierre expresses deepest condolences to the family and friends of veteran Broadcaster, Mr. George Grant who died on Monday. Grant was known and appreciated for decades of work in both Radio and Television. He was highly respected […]

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The COVID-19 monster breeds more monsters!

By Dr. Neals J. Chitan There are several symbols which folks in the region are using when referring to this global Corona Virus pandemic which is running havoc across the world and holding countries at ransom. As a social skill professional who supports individuals and families through this crisis, I […]

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Another suspected COVID-19 Case in Grenada

Minister of Health Nickolas Steele has announced that a Grenadian with no travel history or contact with any know COVID-19 Positive is exhibiting COVID-19 Symptoms and is been tested. The following is a statement by the Health Minister Nicholas Steele: Fellow Grenadians, good afternoon. Today, Monday, April 20th, I inform […]