Latest news in Saint Lucia? September 12th, 2026
12-09-2026
The top news developments in Saint Lucia around September 12, 2026:
- Windward Volcanoes Relocation to Saint Lucia: The Windward Islands Cricket Board announced that the Windward Islands Volcanoes professional cricket franchise is officially relocating its base to Saint Lucia. The move aims to leverage the facilities at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground and the local High Performance Centre to boost youth sports and regional cricket. St. Lucia Times+ 1
- Public Health Digital Surveillance Upgrade: The Ministry of Health, with technical support from the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA), is deploying the Regional Integrated Early Warning Surveillance System (RIEWSS). The single-dashboard digital platform is designed to consolidate real-time data to monitor, detect, and respond rapidly to emerging disease outbreaks and public health risks. St. Lucia Times
- Heat Adjustments in Schools: Amid high temperatures across the island, several schools have adjusted daily outdoor routines, physical education classes, and uniform expectations to keep students safe from heat-related illness. St. Lucia Times
- Unemployment Rate Drop: The Office of the Prime Minister reported that the national unemployment rate fell to 10.1% for the second quarter of 2026, marking a 3.3 percentage-point decrease compared to the same period in 2025. Web Portal of the Government of Saint Lucia
- Inquiry into Anse Cochon Collision: Commissioners have officially been sworn in to lead the independent inquiry into the July 18 maritime vessel collision off Anse Cochon, tasked with determining the operational and safety circumstances surrounding the incident. The Voice St. Lucia News