Latest news in Saint Lucia? September 11th, 2026

The Windward Islands Volcanoes professional cricket franchise has officially announced its relocation to Saint Lucia, setting its home base at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground starting October 1st. In national economic news, Saint Lucia’s unemployment rate fell to 10.1% during the second quarter of 2026 amid a local surge in employment figures. Meanwhile, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Nutrition launched a month-long prostate cancer awareness campaign, and the Department of Tourism rolled out new training initiatives to strengthen the local visitor experience. Additionally, discussions and clarifications continue regarding regional third-party national programs and recent developments following the establishment of a formal inquiry into a July maritime collision at Anse Cochon.