Citizenship by Investment: St. Lucia screened 75 Nigerians for its passport-for-cash programme in 2023/24, with Exiger handling due diligence across 1,164 orders, as currency swings and strict checks remain key hurdles for applicants. Gender-based violence support: A refurbished, private counselling and interview room at Vieux Fort Police Station is now open for victims, part of the France-funded STOP GBV project. Local governance and environment: Roseau River sand and aggregate plans are being pitched as “not another quarry,” but residents in North Leeward say the community impact already feels similar to Richmond. Tourism push: The Saint Lucia Tourism Authority and Arsenal FC announced a multi-year global partnership, naming St. Lucia the Premier League club’s official destination partner from 2026-27. Regional travel shock: Prime Minister Philip Pierre says the Caribbean must unite as Ireland ends visa-free travel for St. Lucians, warning of wider anti-immigration trends. Agriculture and food security: Farmers in Chassin received training and irrigation upgrades under Taiwan-backed projects, including advanced guava grafting and improved water access. Sports and youth: Women’s cricket returns with a new T20 tournament, while football festivals and the Blackheart U-20 final set up a busy weekend for young athletes.