What are the latest news in Saint Lucia?

Recent major developments and headlines across Saint Lucia include:National & Economic Development

• US$20 Million Housing Financing Facility: The Government of Saint Lucia agreed to serve as guarantor for a US$20 million financing facility between the Saint Lucia Development Bank (SLDB) and Taiwan Eximbank to expand affordable housing access. The Voice St. Lucia News———
• Northern Pipeline Upgrade: The Water and Sewerage Company (WASCO) commenced major works to replace the decades-old 14-inch cast-iron pipeline with a new 20-inch main between Bonne Terre Gap and Gros Islet Town Gap to improve water distribution reliability in the north. -Web Portal of the Government of Saint Lucia——–
• Marine & Dive Tourism Expansion: The Ministry of Tourism unveiled a new underwater sculpture park initiative, establishing a three-park corridor to boost sustainable dive tourism.- Web Portal of the Government of Saint Lucia———

Education & Social Affairs

• CSEC Examination Performance: Saint Lucia recorded a six-year high in overall passing rates for the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC), although performance in Mathematics remains a key challenge, prompting targeted educational support initiatives. -stluciatimes.com——–
• Local Governance in Vieux-Fort: Rhyesa Joseph officially assumed office as the new Mayor of Vieux-Fort, outlining priorities around community-centered governance and local economic revitalization.- stluciatimes.com———
• Back-to-School Readiness & Health: The Ministries of Health and Education launched the “Healthy, Active, Smart” initiative, maintaining government subsidies and welfare support for families ahead of the new school term. -stluciatimes.com——–

Sports

• Track and Field: Olympic sprint champion Julien Alfred continued her strong international campaign, setting national records and securing top finishes in the Wanda Diamond League circuit.- The Voice St. Lucia News———
• Caribbean Premier League (CPL): The Saint Lucia Kings continue their fixtures across the region as the CPL season advances, alongside community cricket outreach programs across the island.