AGP Executive Report

Tourism & Culture Boost: Grenada’s Spicemas delivered a 20% jump in visitor arrivals, with 11,299 arrivals from Aug. 2–11, up from 9,448 in 2025, driven by stronger non-national demand. Marine & Waste Management: The Grenada Hotel and Tourism Association-backed glass pulveriser (EC$486,000) has been commissioned to strengthen glass recovery and cut waste entering the island’s stream. CBI Oversight: IMA Grenada has commissioned an independent review of its Citizenship by Investment programme, using Caribbean Analytics to gather views from residents, diaspora, applicants, agents and partners during Sept–Oct 2026. Energy Costs: Retail petroleum prices rose for kerosene and larger LPG cylinders, while gasoline and diesel stayed at $17.00; LPG changes vary by cylinder size and island. Business Community: GCIC’s Inter-Sector Football Tournament ended with Sandals Grenada Beach Resort & Spa crowned champions. Climate Risk Watch: New UNICEF-linked research warns there may be “no safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children as overlapping climate hazards intensify.

Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Spicemas delivered a tourism lift, with visitor arrivals during the Aug. 2–11 festival period up 20% year-on-year to 11,299, driven especially by non-nationals (+24%). Waste & Environment: The Grenada Hotel and Tourism Association commissioned a commercial glass pulveriser for the Solid Waste Management Authority, boosting glass recovery and diversion with a EC$486,000 investment. Citizenship by Investment Oversight: IMA Grenada has commissioned an independent review of its Citizenship by Investment programme, using Caribbean Analytics to gather anonymous input from residents, diaspora, applicants, agents and stakeholders during Sept–Oct 2026. Climate Finance Capacity: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session to strengthen access to climate, nature and sustainable finance and turn priorities into investment-ready projects. Marine Tourism: The 5th Grenada Dive and Conservation Festival is set for Oct. 26–Nov. 1, focusing on wrecks, reefs, coral restoration and long-term marine protection. Energy Costs: Retail prices rose for kerosene and larger LPG cylinders (100-lb LPG up), while gasoline and diesel stayed at $17.00. Fisheries Pressure: Fisherfolk at the Bridgetown Fisheries Complex in Barbados protested an ice outage and rising diesel costs—an industry warning for the wider region.

Tourism & Culture Boost: Spicemas delivered a 20% jump in Grenada visitor arrivals, with 11,299 arrivals (Aug. 2–11) up from 9,448 in 2025, led by non-nationals rising 24%, as the festival strengthens Grenada’s tourism and creative economy pull. Marine Tourism Pipeline: The Grenada Tourism Authority announced the 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival (Oct. 26–Nov. 1) under “Sustainable Legacy,” spotlighting wrecks, reefs, coral restoration and reef rehabilitation across Grenada and Carriacou. Waste & Environment for Industry: GSWMA commissioned a commercial glass pulveriser (EC$486,000) funded via GHTA’s Tourism Enhancement Fund to expand glass recovery and cut recyclable material entering Grenada’s waste stream. Citizenship by Investment Scrutiny: IMA Grenada commissioned an independent review of its Citizenship by Investment programme, using Caribbean Analytics to gather anonymous input from residents, diaspora, applicants and stakeholders during Sept–Oct 2026. Energy Costs: Grenada raised kerosene and larger LPG cylinder/bulk prices (from Sept. 18), while gasoline and diesel stayed at EC$17.00 per unit. Climate Resilience Funding: Grenada hosted the first OECS capacity-building session under the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform (CFAP) to help turn climate priorities into investment-ready projects.

Tourism & Culture: Grenada’s Spicemas delivered a tourism boost, with visitor arrivals during Aug. 2–11 rising 20% year-on-year to 11,299, led by a 24% jump in non-nationals—another sign the festival is strengthening the island’s tourism and creative economy. Energy Costs: Grenada raised kerosene and some LPG prices on Sept. 18, while gasoline and diesel stayed at $17; kerosene climbed from $15.84 to $16.86, and LPG increases hit larger cylinders and bulk supplies. Marine Tourism & Waste: The 5th Annual Grenada Dive and Conservation Festival runs Oct. 26–Nov. 1 under “Sustainable Legacy,” while GSWMA commissioned a $486,000 glass pulveriser funded via the Tourism Enhancement Fund to improve glass recovery. Climate & Jobs: UNICEF-backed research warns there’s “no safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children as climate hazards overlap; locally, a push grows to train young people for construction and other job openings instead of importing labour. Consumer & Business: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal began work Sept. 16, and IntellicoERP is expanding regionally after launching its AI-native enterprise platform.

Tourism & Marine Economy: Grenada is set to host its 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1 under the “Sustainable Legacy” theme, bringing dive operators, marine experts and conservation groups together across Grenada and Carriacou. Climate Finance & Fisheries Resilience: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session, while a US$12.55m GEF-backed regional project (CC4FISH-II) launched to strengthen climate and disaster resilience in Caribbean fisheries through 2030. Energy Costs: Grenada raised kerosene and larger LPG cylinder/bulk prices (gasoline and diesel stayed at $17.00), with Carriacou and Petite Martinique seeing similar LPG increases. Consumer & Skills Push: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal began operations, and the DPM renewed calls to overhaul vocational training so young people can fill skills gaps from construction and hospitality projects. Environment & Waste: The GHTA commissioned a EC$486,000 glass pulveriser to boost glass recovery via the Tourism Enhancement Fund. Climate Risk to Children: UNICEF-backed research warns no “safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children, with drought and heat risks rising alongside hurricanes and sea-level threats.

Fuel Costs: Grenada’s petroleum pricing update takes effect Sept. 18: gasoline and diesel stay at $17.00, but kerosene jumps from $15.84 to $16.86, and LPG rises for larger cylinders and bulk—100-lb LPG up to $323.95 in Grenada (from $302.15) and bulk from $3.10 to $3.30. Marine Tourism & Conservation: Grenada will host its 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival from Oct. 26 to Nov. 1 under “Sustainable Legacy,” with dive operators, marine experts and conservation groups running reef and wreck experiences across Grenada and Carriacou. Climate Finance Readiness: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session (Sept. 10) to help ministries access and deploy climate, nature and sustainable finance into investment-ready projects. Skills for Jobs: The DPM says Grenada must overhaul vocational and technical training so young people can fill construction-linked roles instead of importing skilled labour. Consumer Protection: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal began operating Sept. 16, giving consumers a formal route to resolve disputes. Waste & Tourism: GSWMA commissioned a $486,000 glass pulveriser funded via the Tourism Enhancement Fund, boosting glass recovery and cutting recyclable waste entering the stream.

Tourism & Marine Industry: Grenada’s 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival is set for Oct. 26–Nov. 1, with dive operators, marine experts and conservation groups pushing “Sustainable Legacy” across Grenada and Carriacou. Climate Finance & Resilience: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session (Sept. 10) to help ministries turn climate priorities into investment-ready projects, while a US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II fisheries resilience initiative launched in Dominica (Sept. 15) to protect livelihoods and marine resources through 2030. Skills & Jobs: The DPM is calling for a major overhaul of Grenada’s vocational and technical training so young people can fill roles in construction and hospitality instead of relying on imported labour. Food & Consumer Markets: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal began operating Sept. 16 to strengthen dispute resolution and consumer protection. Waste & Circular Economy: The GSWMA commissioned a EC$486,000 glass pulveriser funded via the Tourism Enhancement Fund, boosting glass recovery and reducing waste entering Grenada’s stream. Business Tech: IntellicoERP, an AI-native enterprise platform, is expanding regionally after a global launch in Trinidad and Tobago.

Climate & Children: UNICEF-backed research warns Eastern Caribbean children face “no safe zone,” with more than 9 in 10 projected to be exposed to at least three climate hazards by mid-century, as drought, heat and stronger hurricanes intensify. Climate Finance & Delivery: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session to help ministries turn climate priorities into investment-ready projects, while the new RIISE facility begins operations to speed up climate-resilient infrastructure delivery in Grenada and other Eastern Caribbean states. Fisheries Resilience (GEF): A US$12.55m CC4FISH-II programme launched in Dominica targets climate and disaster resilience for Caribbean fisheries, set to benefit 21,800 people across the region including Grenada. Tourism & Marine Industry: Grenada’s 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival runs Oct. 26–Nov. 1 under “Sustainable Legacy,” spotlighting wrecks, reefs, coral restoration and marine protection. Consumer Protection: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal has commenced, creating a formal route for consumer disputes. Energy Costs (Grenada): Grenada’s price-controlled fuels show gasoline and diesel unchanged, but LPG (100 lb and bulk) increases. Tech Expansion: IntellicoERP, an AI-native enterprise platform, prepares to expand into Ghana after a Caribbean launch.

Dive & Marine Tourism: Grenada’s 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival runs Oct. 26–Nov. 1 under “Sustainable Legacy,” spotlighting wrecks, reefs, coral restoration and reef rehabilitation across Grenada and Carriacou. Climate Finance & Delivery: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session (Sept. 10) to help ministries turn climate priorities into investment-ready projects, with EU support. Fisheries Resilience Funding: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II initiative launched in Dominica (Sept. 15) to strengthen climate and disaster resilience in Caribbean fisheries through 2030, benefiting over 21,800 people including in Grenada. Infrastructure Support for Projects: The RIISE Facility is now operational for Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent & the Grenadines, offering technical help to clear bottlenecks and speed climate-resilient infrastructure delivery. Consumer Protection: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal began work Sept. 16, giving consumers a formal route to resolve disputes. Food & Beverage Jobs: Carib Brewery is advertising a Quality Assurance Manager role focused on ISO/GMP/FSSC 22000 compliance and food safety systems. Waste & Tourism Link: GSWMA commissioned a EC$486,000 glass pulveriser funded via the Tourism Enhancement Fund to boost glass recovery and cut recyclable waste leakage. Public Health: SGU and ministries will hold free rabies vaccination clinics for dogs island-wide on Sept. 26. Skills & Local Jobs: DPM calls for a major overhaul of vocational training so young Grenadians can fill skills gaps created by construction projects.

Climate & Children: UNICEF-backed research warns there’s “no safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children, with over a third already exposed to at least three climate hazards and projections rising to more than nine in ten by mid-century, as heat, drought, hurricanes and sea-level rise intensify. Climate Finance Capacity: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session to help ministries turn climate priorities into investment-ready projects, supported by the EU’s EUROCLIMA programme. Fisheries Resilience Deal: A US$12.55m GEF-funded CC4FISH-II initiative launched in Dominica will support climate and disaster resilience for fisheries across Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines and Trinidad and Tobago, targeting over 21,800 people including women and youth. Tourism & Marine Economy: The Grenada Tourism Authority announced its 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival (Oct 26–Nov 1) under “Sustainable Legacy,” while GHTA commissioned a glass pulveriser (EC$486,000) to boost waste management tied to tourism. Consumer Protection: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal began operations (Sept 16) to strengthen dispute resolution and accountability for consumers. Skills & Jobs Debate: The DPM argues Grenada must train young people for construction-linked job demand rather than importing skilled labour.

Waste & Circular Economy: Grenada Solid Waste Management Authority has commissioned a commercial glass pulveriser (EC$486,000) funded via the Grenada Hotel and Tourism Association’s Tourism Enhancement Fund, boosting glass recovery and cutting recyclable material from the waste stream. Marine Tourism & Conservation: The Grenada Tourism Authority announced its 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival, running Oct. 26–Nov. 1, 2026 under “Sustainable Legacy,” with dive, conservation education and community activities across Grenada and Carriacou. Climate Resilience for Fisheries: A US$12.55 million GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launched in Dominica (through 2030) to strengthen Caribbean fisheries resilience, with Grenada among participating countries and support aimed at fisherfolk livelihoods, including women and youth. Child Climate Risk: A UNICEF-backed Eastern Caribbean study warns there’s “no safe zone” for children, with more than a third already exposed to multiple climate hazards and projections rising sharply by mid-century—Grenada and Barbados flagged for stronger drought increases. Consumer Protection: Grenada’s Consumer Affairs Tribunal began operations on Sept. 16, with a five-member panel set to hear and determine consumer disputes. Animal Health: SGU will run free rabies vaccination clinics for dogs island-wide on Sept. 26 in recognition of World Rabies Day.

Climate Resilience Funding: Grenada is set to benefit from the US$12.55 million CC4FISH-II regional fisheries project, launched in Dominica on Sept. 15, with support for fisherfolk and coastal livelihoods through 2030. Infrastructure Delivery Support: The new RIISE Facility is now operational for Grenada and three other OECS states, offering technical help to push climate-resilient water, transport, energy, coastal protection, health, education, and housing projects past implementation bottlenecks. Climate Finance Readiness: Grenada hosted the OECS Climate Finance Action Platform capacity-building session to strengthen access, mobilisation, and deployment of climate and sustainable finance into investment-ready projects, backed by the EU’s EUROCLIMA programme. Marine Economy & Waste: Grenada’s delegation trained in Punta Cana on sargassum containment and utilisation under GIZ’s BioWaste Caribbean, aiming for a locally suited sargassum management system. Agriculture Risk: A UNICEF-commissioned Eastern Caribbean study flags longer, more frequent dry spells by mid-century, with projections calling out Grenada and Barbados for sharper drought pressure. Tourism Spotlight: The Grenada Tourism Authority announced the 5th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival, running Oct. 26–Nov. 1, 2026, linking marine tourism with conservation.

Climate & Food Security: Saint Lucia’s Agriculture Minister Lisa Jawahir says climate change is already hitting what farmers can grow, water reliability, and even fisheries—raising the risk of higher food prices and less access to nutritious food. Regional Infrastructure Delivery: Canada-backed RIISE has started operations, offering Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines specialised technical help to clear bottlenecks and speed up climate-resilient projects. Fisheries Resilience Funding: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project is underway across the Eastern Caribbean to strengthen climate and disaster resilience for more than 21,800 people in fisheries and coastal communities, with a push for women and youth livelihoods. Grenada Aquatic Facility Progress: Work on the Grenada National Aquatic Centre is moving into pool installation, with Myrtha Pools contracted and key materials already on island. Sargassum Management Training: Grenada’s Blue Economy team joined a Punta Cana study tour on sargassum containment, collection and use to reduce coastal, health and fisheries impacts. Cocoa Value-Add (Tobago): A new chocolate lab and training partnership aims to help students turn local Trinitario beans into higher-value products. Construction Accountability: PM Dickon Mitchell publicly criticised CCCC-I for delays on state road works, renewing pressure on delivery and procurement.

Climate Resilience for Fisheries: A new US$12.55M GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project was launched in Dominica to help Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago build climate and disaster resilience in fisheries through 2030, targeting 21,800+ fisherfolk and coastal workers with a focus on women and youth. Implementation Support for Infrastructure: The RIISE Facility has begun operations, giving Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia, and St Vincent and the Grenadines technical help to clear bottlenecks and speed up climate-resilient public works, funded by Canada and hosted by UNOPS. Grenada Aquatic Centre Progress: Grenada’s aquatic facility is moving into pool installation works, with pool piping installed and Myrtha Pools contracted as the pool service provider. Sargassum Management Training: A Grenada delegation trained in Punta Cana on offshore barriers, collection and pumping systems to reduce sargassum impacts on health, coasts, fisheries, and marine activities. Local Industry & Jobs: Grenada Distillers Limited is advertising for a Sales and Marketing Manager to drive brand growth and market expansion. Agriculture Policy Push: OECS held a Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada, urging a shift toward youth-led and women-led agricultural transformation. Sports Infrastructure Upgrade: Petite Martinique’s Madam Pierre Road was commissioned as a modern concrete pavement with structural drainage. Food Prices Scrutiny: Senator Mondy Andre Lewis is questioning Grenada’s inflation figures and calling for an updated food basket exercise.

Climate Resilience for Fisheries: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launched in Dominica will support more than 21,800 fisherfolk and coastal communities across Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago through 2030, targeting climate and disaster impacts on fish stocks, habitats, and livelihoods. Resilient Infrastructure Delivery: The Canada-funded RIISE Facility has started operations, giving Dominica, Grenada, St Lucia, and St Vincent and the Grenadines technical help to clear bottlenecks and speed up climate-resilient public works. Grenada Aquatic Centre Progress: Grenada’s aquatic facility is moving into pool installation works, with Myrtha Pools contracted and key materials already on island. Road Upgrade in Petite Martinique: The Madam Pierre Road has been commissioned as a modern concrete pavement with structural drainage, improving safety and passability. Sargassum Management Training: A Grenadian delegation studied Punta Cana’s sargassum containment and collection systems to shape a local management approach for coastal health and fisheries protection. Agriculture Skills Push: OECS’s Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium in Grenada focused on turning policy into trade and structural commitments for food security. Local Policy Watch: Senator Mondy Andre Lewis is questioning Grenada’s inflation figures and calling for an updated food basket exercise. Construction Accountability: PM Dickon Mitchell criticized CCCC-I over long delays on state road works, renewing scrutiny of procurement and delivery. Jobs & Business: Grenada Distillers Limited is advertising for a Sales and Marketing Manager. Industry Reminder: The Forestry Department reiterates that hunting season remains closed, with penalties for violations.

Blue Economy & Waste Management: Grenada’s Ministry of the Blue Economy and Marine Affairs, the National Sargassum Taskforce, the Solid Waste Management Authority and the ITC are in Punta Cana for BioWaste Caribbean training, aiming to build a sargassum management system to protect coastal communities, fisheries and public health. Agri-Food & Skills: OECS and Grenada hosted a Youth and Women in Agriculture Symposium, pushing youth-led and women-led agricultural transformation to cut the region’s heavy food import bill. Construction & Education: St Dominic’s RC School Block #5 was officially handed over in Grenada—4 classrooms plus modern systems—funded by the CDB and built under the Basic Needs Trust Fund Programme. Tourism & Investment: High Commission of Grenada in the UK held Flavours of Grenada 2026 in London, spotlighting investment and trade opportunities, including Grenada’s chocolate and rum. VAT Relief Update: Grenada’s VAT-Free Shopping Days were rescheduled to 2–3 October 2026 under the Cost of Living Assistance Programme. Local Business Hiring: Grenada Distillers Limited posted for a Sales and Marketing Manager to drive brand growth and market expansion. Energy Costs Watch: A U.S. GasBuddy report shows midgrade gas in Grenada County averaging $4.05 per gallon for the week ending Sept. 5.