Latest news in Grenada? September 28th, 2026

Notable developments and local news in Grenada around September 28, 2026:

• Passing of Calypso Legend Mighty Sparrow: Tributes are pouring in across Grenada and the wider Caribbean following the death of Slinger Francisco, known worldwide as the “Mighty Sparrow” or the “Calypso King of the World”. The Grenada-born calypsonian passed away in New York on September 27 at age 91.

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• Public Transport Service Reductions: The National Bus Association announced that public bus services across the island will be significantly reduced starting at 7:00 PM on Monday, September 28.

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• Infrastructure and Utility Works: The National Water and Sewerage Authority (NAWASA) is implementing temporary traffic arrangements along the Woodlands Public Road toward Sugar Mill starting September 28 to carry out pipeline installations. Meanwhile, NAWASA and the Grenada Public Workers’ Union (PWU) reached a resolution regarding outstanding labor negotiations.

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• Regional and OAS Diplomatic Action: Grenada, alongside all active member states of the Organization of American States (OAS), backed a joint declaration calling on the United Nations Security Council to renew the mandate and ensure the full deployment of the Gang Suppression Force (GSF) in Haiti.

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• Diplomatic and Visa Developments: Washington reversed its earlier decision and restored the US Diplomatic Visa for Grenada’s Minister of Finance, Dennis Cornwall.

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