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 […]
COVID-19 Update by Minister for Health Hon. Nickolas Steele May 2, 2020
Fellow citizens, Good afternoon. Today, May 2nd, 2020, I announce the 21st laboratory confirmed case of COVID-19 here in Grenada. To date, there have been twenty total cases on mainland Grenada, of which thirteen have been declared medically recovered. The total active cases is now seven. This most […]
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 […]
COVID-19 Update – Response Coordinator, Dr. George Mitchell April 28, 2020
St. George’s: April 28, 2020: Today, Tuesday April 28th, we announce the laboratory confirmation of the 19th case of COVID-19 here on mainland Grenada—with 18 of those cases on Island. We can also announce that 10 of our cases are now recovered, which means that we have 8 active cases. […]
Dr. George Mitchell, National COVID-19 Response Coordinator Grenada confirms 15th case of COVID-19
Fellow Grenadians, Today, Wednesday, April, 22nd, I announce that the 15th laboratory case of COVID-19 on mainland Grenada has been confirmed. We therefore have 14 confirmed cases on Island, of which seven have been medically cleared, six are active, and of course, one is new. The individual is a 45 […]
Prime Minister Chairs Task Force As Gov’t Explores Reactivation of Economic Activity, Post COVID-19
April 22, 2020 – Prime Minister and Chairman of Cabinet, Dr. the Right Honourable Keith Mitchell, says he is extremely satisfied with the outcome of the first meeting of the task force mandated to examine ways to reactivate economic activity in Grenada, post COVID-19. Dr. Mitchell chaired the meeting on […]
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 […]
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 […]
NDC Reaction to Tobias Clement appointment as opposition leader
The NDC has been getting some queries on how the appointment of Hon. Tobias Clement as Leader of the Opposition affects us. So we thought we’d clear it up. The office of Leader of the Opposition is very different from that of Leader of the Opposition Party. One is a […]
PM Keith Mitchell Seeking Parliament Approval COVID-19 Stimulus
My friends, tomorrow, I will be seeking parliamentary approval for Government’s COVID-19 Economic Stimulus Package during a special sitting of the House of Representatives. As you are aware, the stimulus package seeks to mitigate economic fallout from the global pandemic through 14 measures. My parliamentary colleagues will have an opportunity […]
Limited hours of Banking in Grenada
Fellow Grenadians, I have heard your cries for access to banking services and today, I secured a commitment from the Grenada Bankers Association to re-open banks to provide limited services to the public during the current State of Emergency. At today’s meeting which I initiated with the executive members of […]
Statement by Prime Minister Dr. the Rt Hon. Keith Mitchell
St. George’s, April 11, 2020 – Fellow Grenadians, I urge you to remember that the borders of our country remain closed to all internal and external travel, except as provided for in the Emergency Powers (COVID-19) Regulations. Although cultural norms and practices allow for seamless travel between our sister islands […]
Grenada Gov’t Spares No Effort in Addressing Economic Fall Out from COVID-19 Pandemic
April 9, 2020 – The Government of Grenada is sparing no effort in addressing the economic fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic. This assurance from Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Right Honourable Keith Mitchell, as he hosted his most recent press conference, in which an extension of the […]
ALL GAS STATIONS WILL BE OPEN ON THURSDAY
ST. GEORGE’S: APRIL 8, 2020: GOVERNMENT INFORMATION SERVICE: The public is advised that all gas stations will be open on Thursday, April 9, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Motorists are required to obtain gas within their parish of residence. The regulation stipulates that only one vehicle per household will […]
