AGP Executive Report

Cancer Research: Grenada-based St. George’s University is urging risk-informed breast cancer screening in Africa, noting that 21.9% of patients in a five-country study were diagnosed before age 40. SGU says screening should account for personal risk and be backed by better access to imaging, assessment and specialist care. Health Services: Grenada has welcomed 57 healthcare professionals from Ghana, including laboratory technologists and ultrasound technicians, to help address staffing gaps and strengthen services across the tri-island state. Climate Readiness: A new look at El Niño’s varied impacts recalls Grenada’s 2024 drought and national water crisis, underscoring the need to tailor preparedness to local risks. Digital Infrastructure: Grenada joined a U.S.-Caribbean dialogue on a US$340 million regional funding package that includes opportunities in digital infrastructure, energy and ports.

Cancer Research: St. George’s University is urging risk-based breast cancer screening in Africa, rather than relying on age alone. A study across five sub-Saharan countries found 21.9% of diagnosed women were under 40; SGU also points to gaps in access to imaging and specialist care. Health Technology: Grenada’s first group of 57 Ghanaian healthcare professionals includes two laboratory technologists and two ultrasound technicians, helping fill staffing gaps across hospitals and community services. Digital Infrastructure: A US$340 million U.S.-Caribbean funding package includes potential projects in digital infrastructure, energy and ports. Grenada joined regional talks, but country-specific funding was not announced. Climate Science: A new El Niño commentary highlights Grenada’s 2024 drought and water crisis, noting that the climate pattern can bring drought in some places and flooding in others.

Breast Cancer Research: St. George’s University is urging risk-based breast cancer screening across Africa. A study found 21.9% of women diagnosed in five sub-Saharan countries were under 40, highlighting the need for early assessment and better access to imaging and specialist care. Health Services: Grenada has welcomed 57 healthcare professionals from Ghana, including laboratory technologists and ultrasound technicians, to help ease staffing gaps and strengthen services across the tri-island state. Digital Infrastructure: A US$340 million regional funding package includes potential projects in digital infrastructure, energy and ports, with Grenada among the countries represented at talks on the initiative; no country-specific allocation was announced. Climate Science: Grenada’s 2024 water crisis is cited in a warning that El Niño can bring drought in some places and flooding in others, underscoring the need for locally tailored climate planning. Measurement Standards: A look at Grenada’s weights-and-measures system traces its shift from police-held standards to modern scientific regulation, helping protect fair trade and consumer trust.

Cancer Research: St. George’s University is urging risk-based breast cancer screening across Africa after a study found 21.9% of diagnosed women in five sub-Saharan countries were under 40. SGU also highlighted gaps in access to breast exams, imaging and specialist care. Health Workforce: Grenada has welcomed 57 healthcare professionals from Ghana, including laboratory technologists and ultrasound technicians, to help strengthen services across the tri-island state. Digital Infrastructure: Grenada joined CARICOM partners at a US-Caribbean dialogue where a US$340 million regional package was announced for projects spanning energy, ports and digital infrastructure; no country-by-country allocations were specified. Climate Science: A CAF commentary points to Grenada’s 2024 water crisis as an example of El Niño’s varied effects, arguing that responses must reflect each territory’s risks.

Breast Cancer Research: St. George’s University is urging risk-based screening across Africa after research found 21.9% of women studied in five countries were diagnosed before age 40. SGU also highlighted gaps in breast examinations, imaging and specialist care. Health Workforce: Grenada has welcomed 57 healthcare professionals from Ghana, including laboratory technologists and ultrasound technicians, to support services across the tri-island state. Digital Infrastructure: Grenada joined regional talks tied to a US$340.3 million Caribbean and Central America funding package, which includes potential projects in digital infrastructure, energy and ports. No country-specific allocation for Grenada was detailed.

Cancer Research: St. George’s University researchers are urging risk-based breast cancer screening across Africa after a study found 21.9% of diagnosed women in five sub-Saharan countries were under 40. A separate review found only 13% had ever received a clinical breast exam, highlighting gaps in imaging and specialist care. Health Services: Grenada has welcomed 57 healthcare professionals from Ghana, including two laboratory technologists and two ultrasound technicians, to help ease staffing shortages across the tri-island state. Regional Tech Funding: A US$340 million U.S. package for Caribbean projects includes support for digital infrastructure, energy and ports. Grenada joined the regional dialogue, but no country-specific allocation was announced.

Digital Connectivity: A US$340.3 million U.S. package for the Caribbean and Central America includes US$175.8 million for submarine cables to expand high-speed internet and strengthen network resilience. Grenada took part in the regional dialogue, though no country-specific allocation was announced. Healthcare: Grenada welcomed 57 health professionals from Ghana, including two laboratory technologists and two ultrasound technicians, to help fill staffing gaps across the tri-island state. Cancer Research: St. George’s University is urging risk-based breast cancer screening in Africa after a study found 21.9% of patients in five countries were diagnosed before age 40. Maritime Technology: Grenadian maritime professional Ian Noel earned a master’s degree in maritime energy management, adding expertise relevant to cleaner ship operations, port energy use and the blue economy.

Regional Connectivity: A US$340.3 million U.S. package for the Caribbean and Central America includes funding for digital connectivity, health and security. Grenada joined the regional dialogue, but no country-by-country allocations were announced. Healthcare Capacity: Grenada has welcomed 57 healthcare professionals from Ghana, including laboratory technologists and ultrasound technicians, to support services across the tri-island state. Cancer Research: St. George’s University is urging risk-based breast cancer screening after a study found 21.9% of diagnosed women across five African countries were under 40. Maritime Expertise: Grenadian maritime professional Ian Noel earned a master’s degree in maritime energy management, adding expertise relevant to port operations and the country’s blue economy.

Health Research: St. George’s University is urging risk-informed breast cancer screening after a study found 21.9% of diagnosed women across five African countries were under 40. Regional Research: Grenadian journalists visiting China toured an animal husbandry research institute as part of a media visit focused on industry and global supply chains. Digital Connectivity: A U.S. investment package includes $175.8 million for a Caribbean and Central American submarine cable programme to expand high-speed internet and strengthen network resilience. Local Tech: Belizean tech company NeoPeople is expanding into Grenada through a Ports Authority project. Digital Learning: Republic Bank donated 13 desktop computers to Grenada Christian Academy, giving students greater access to technology for learning and research. Maritime Skills: Grenadian maritime professional Ian Noel earned a master’s degree in maritime energy management, adding expertise relevant to ports and ocean-based industries.

Health Science: St. George’s University is calling for breast cancer screening that considers individual risk and improves access to diagnosis and treatment, noting that some women in Africa are diagnosed before age 40. Climate Resilience: A new El Niño could bring both drought and flooding across the region. Grenada’s 2024 water crisis underlines the need for locally tailored preparation and reliable climate data. Maritime Expertise: Grenadian professional Ian Noel has earned a master’s degree in maritime energy management, adding specialist knowledge to the country’s efforts to modernise ports and develop its blue economy. Digital Systems: Belizean firm NeoPeople is installing workforce and payroll software for the Grenada Ports Authority to streamline administration. Digital Learning: Republic Bank donated 13 desktop computers to Grenada Christian Academy, expanding students’ access to technology for learning and research.

Climate and Water: An El Niño op-ed points to Grenada’s 2024 water crisis as a reminder that the climate pattern can bring drought in some places and flooding in others, making locally tailored planning essential. Regional Connectivity: The U.S. announced a $340.3 million package for the Caribbean and Central America, including $175.8 million for submarine cables to expand high-speed internet and strengthen network reliability; Grenada was among the countries represented in the dialogue. Port Technology: Belizean firm NeoPeople is implementing workforce-management and payroll software for the Grenada Ports Authority, aiming to streamline administration. Digital Learning: Republic Bank donated 13 desktop computers to Grenada Christian Academy, giving 130 students more access to digital skills and research. Maritime Expertise: Grenadian professional Ian Noel earned a master’s degree in Maritime Energy Management, bringing added expertise relevant to ports, shipping and the country’s blue economy.

Climate and Water: A new El Niño warning highlights why islands need locally tailored plans: the same climate pattern can bring drought or flooding. Grenada’s 2024 water crisis is a reminder of the stakes. Water Resilience: At the Caribbean Water and Wastewater Association conference in Grenada, regional utilities discussed catastrophe insurance, reducing water losses and sharing practical expertise to improve supply reliability. Digital Business: Grenada is among five countries in a Caribbean Development Bank-backed project helping small businesses adopt digital tools and strengthen operations. Port Technology: Belizean firm NeoPeople is installing its workforce and payroll system at the Grenada Ports Authority to simplify administration. Maritime Skills: Grenadian Ian Noel earned a master’s degree in maritime energy management, adding expertise relevant to port operations and the country’s blue economy. Digital Learning: Republic Bank donated 13 desktop computers to Grenada Christian Academy, expanding students’ access to technology for learning and research.

Digital Connectivity: A US$340.3 million regional package includes US$175.8 million for submarine cables to expand high-speed internet and make networks more resilient across the Caribbean and Central America, including Grenada. Fair Trade Technology: Grenada’s weights-and-measures system has evolved from police-held standards and rust-prone mechanical scales to modern scientific regulation, supporting accurate trade and consumer trust. Business Tech: Belizean firm NeoPeople is installing workforce-management and payroll software for the Grenada Ports Authority, extending its regional client base. A CDB-backed initiative will also help small businesses in Grenada and four other islands adopt digital tools and improve competitiveness. Digital Learning: Republic Bank donated 13 desktop computers to Grenada Christian Academy, giving its 130 students more access to technology for learning and research. Maritime Expertise: Grenadian professional Ian Noel earned a master’s degree in maritime energy management, adding skills relevant to cleaner ship operations and the country’s blue-economy plans.

Regional Connectivity: A US$340.3 million Caribbean and Central America package includes US$175.8 million for submarine cables to expand high-speed internet and improve network resilience, with Grenada among the participating countries. Water Security: Regional experts met in Grenada to discuss utility resilience, including catastrophe insurance and ways to reduce water losses; Antigua and Barbuda will host the next Caribbean water conference in 2027. Digital Business: A Caribbean Development Bank-backed programme will help businesses in Grenada and four other countries adopt digital tools and improve competitiveness. Modern Measurement: Grenada’s shift from rust-prone mechanical scales to scientific standards shows how better technology and regulation can support fair trade and consumer trust. Technology in Schools: Republic Bank donated 13 desktop computers to Grenada Christian Academy, giving students more access to digital learning.

Measurement Science: Grenada’s trade scales have moved from police-kept weights to modern scientific standards, helping protect consumers and build trust in the marketplace. Digital Learning: Republic Bank donated 13 desktop computers to Grenada Christian Academy, expanding access to technology for its 130 students. Small-Business Technology: A Caribbean Development Bank-backed initiative will help Grenadian MSMEs adopt digital tools and improve efficiency and competitiveness. Port Operations: Belizean tech firm NeoPeople is installing workforce management and payroll software for the Grenada Ports Authority. Maritime Expertise: Grenadian Ian Noel earned a master’s degree in maritime energy management, adding expertise relevant to port operations and the blue economy. Data for Resilience: On Caribbean Statistics Day, Grenada’s prime minister highlighted the role of timely, reliable data in disaster response and recovery, drawing on lessons from Hurricane Beryl.

Measurement Standards: Grenada’s marketplace scales have evolved from police-held weights to scientifically regulated precision systems, helping curb rust-related inaccuracies and protect fair trade. Maritime Technology: Grenadian professional Ian Noel earned a master’s degree in Maritime Energy Management, adding expertise relevant to the country’s ports and blue economy. Port Technology: Belizean firm NeoPeople is installing workforce and payroll software for the Grenada Ports Authority to streamline administration. Digital Learning: Republic Bank donated 13 desktop computers to Grenada Christian Academy, expanding students’ access to technology. Regional Connectivity: A U.S. funding package includes $175.8 million for submarine cables to improve high-speed internet and network resilience across the Caribbean and Central America. Business Digitisation: A Caribbean Development Bank-backed project will help Grenadian and regional small businesses adopt digital tools and strengthen their operations.