President Irfaan Ali has chastised Caribbean investors for being “laid-back” and complacent about tourism opportunities, warning that the region must modernize its approach or lose ground to Middle Eastern nations investing heavily in luxury hospitality and major global events.
The Hyatt Lime fete has posted its strongest financial performance yet, earning $3.64 million in 2026 while ticket sales for next year’s event are already underway.
Hyatt Lime Fete Breaks Records with $3.64 Million Profit as 2027 Tickets Open Read More »
Witco reported a 20% jump in after-tax profit despite mounting challenges from excise taxes and illicit tobacco trade in Trinidad, with the company finding growth opportunities in regional markets.
Witco Posts 20% Profit Gain as Excise Taxes and Illicit Trade Weigh on Local Sales Read More »
A 23-year-old businessman was shot dead at his Princes Town business on Sunday, with his father wounded in the attack. Police say two masked gunmen were responsible.
Young Businessman Gunned Down in Princes Town Three Years After Surviving Earlier Attack Read More »
Shafia London, CEO of the St. Vincent and the Grenadines Tourism Authority, has become the first Eastern Caribbean woman selected for the prestigious International Women’s Forum Leadership Fellows Programme, and has also secured a highly competitive scholarship for the initiative.
St. Vincent Tourism Chief Shafia London Joins Elite Global Leadership Programme Read More »
Barbados’ economic growth has slowed to 1.4 per cent in the first nine months of 2026, down from 2.3 per cent the previous year, with tourism weakness and rising unemployment cited as key factors.
Barbados Economic Growth Decelerates to 1.4% in First Nine Months of 2026 Read More »
Commonwealth officials are calling for a coordinated push to expand trade between Africa and the Caribbean, citing analysis that reveals significant untapped economic potential despite current low trade volumes between the regions.
Commonwealth Leaders Eye Africa-Caribbean Trade Boom as New Routes Open Read More »
Caymanian professional Justin Hastings headlines a competitive field of over 70 golfers at the 58th Jamaica Open, bringing unprecedented regional credentials to the championship at Tryall Golf Course.
Caymanian Golf Sensation Justin Hastings Eyes Jamaica Open Glory Read More »
The IMF upgraded its 2026 growth forecast but warned of deepening divides between wealthy nations riding an AI boom and poorer countries struggling with soaring energy costs tied to Middle East conflict.
IMF Sees Modest Growth Rebound, But Warns Developing Nations Face Energy Crunch Read More »
Four hypothetical profiles show how different circumstances can lead to very different Canadian immigration strategies for Haitian nationals exploring options beyond the United States.
Four Paths to Canada: How Haitian TPS Holders Can Assess Their Immigration Options Read More »
