AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoVAT-Free Weekend: Grenada’s first VAT-free shopping drive (28–29 Aug) pulled big crowds to supermarkets and hardware stores, but also sparked traffic congestion in St George’s and Grand Anse and left shoppers split on whether prices truly fell; retailers cited system and transport hiccups, including a server issue at Foodland that delayed opening. Youth & Skills: The DPM says it’s tackling Grenada’s skilled-worker shortage with a new apprenticeship and trades pipeline aimed at masons, carpenters, plumbers and more, starting in schools and extending to young people already out of the classroom. Education Reform: The Ministry of Education launched the Grenada RISING foundational literacy programme pilot to help children read by age 9, responding to low Minimum Competency Test results. Digital Growth: A Grenada tech panel at the Caribbean Internet Governance Forum argued the country can build export-ready ICT businesses through incubators, mentorship and real-market pilots. OECS Agriculture: OECS leaders urged governments to offer crown lands on transparent, bank-collateral terms so young farmers can invest for the long term. Police Training: The RGPF marked its Recruit Class 2026 passing out ceremony, stressing integrity and public service as new officers begin duty.
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