AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoCAPE Results: Barbados posted a 93.8% overall pass rate in the 2026 Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination, with 4,710 passes from 5,022 subject sittings, and multiple subjects hitting 100% in both Unit 1 and Unit 2. MSME Digital Push: The Caribbean Development Bank and the Small Business Association of Barbados launched “Reengineering MSMEs for Growth,” backing at least 150 MSMEs across Barbados and four other islands to adopt digital tools and boost competitiveness, with inclusion for women-led and underserved firms. Training Bottlenecks: The Barbados Vocational Training Board says demand is outstripping capacity, with 1,500 applications for its Construction Gateway programme and culinary classes expanding from two to six as interest in cooking, baking and pastry surges. Transport Tech Pilot: Public service vehicle owners agreed to avoid industrial action after talks with the Transport Board over a cashless card fare pilot, following complaints about how operators were consulted. Energy & Policy Watch: A regional report flags Barbados’ solar farm setbacks as a cautionary tale on planning and stakeholder alignment, while Barbados’ renewable push continues to face execution questions. Household Debt: A Central Bank-led Financial Stability Report warns household debt rose to $6.64 billion in 2025 and that many borrowers owe more than they earn, raising vulnerability if conditions worsen.
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