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CAF approves USD 225,000 for Barbados ahead of CARIFESTA XV
Dominica News Online
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August 18, 2025
CAF Regional Manager for the Caribbean and Representative in Barbados Dr. Stacy Richards-Kennedy and Senator Dr. the Honourable Shantal Munro-Knight, Minister in the Prime Miniter’s Office with responsibility for culture sign letter of award at...
CAF Provides Major Grant to Support Barbados’ Hosting of CARIFESTA XV
Antigua.News
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August 18, 2025
The Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) has approved nearly half a million Barbados dollars in grant funding to support the return of CARIFESTA, the Caribbean’s largest arts and cultural festival. The BBD $450,000 (USD...
CAF Approves Funding Of US$225,000 To Support Barbados’ Hosting Of CARIFESTA XV
TTT Live Online
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August 18, 2025
CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean has approved grant funding of BBD 450,000 (USD 225,000) to support the promotion of cultural tourism and the creative economies as Barbados prepares to host CARIFESTA XV, the Caribbean’s...
CAF approves $225,000USD grant for Barbados’ CARIFESTA XV
Trinidad and Tobago Guardian
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CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean today approved a grant of BBD 450,000 (USD 225,000) to support Barbados’ hosting of CARIFESTA XV. The funding agreement was signed at the CARIFESTA Secretariat in...
CAF approves close to half a million dollars in grant funding to Barbados to boost Cultural Tourism and Creative Economy during hosting of CARIFESTA XV
Antigua News Room
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August 18, 2025
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean has approved grant funding of BBD 450,000 (USD 225,000) to support the promotion of cultural tourism and the creative economies as Barbados prepares to...
Sagicor Barbados earnings up
The Nation Barbados
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August 18, 2025
Sagicor is reporting millions of dollars in increased revenue and income from its insurance business in Barbados. Sagicor Life conducts life, health insurance, property and casualty insurance, pensions, annuities, and asset management services...
Southern Caribbean Vacation Plans Disrupted
Precision Vaccinations
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(Vax-Before-Travel News)In response to the United States' recent naval operation off the coast of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela, vacationers to the southern Caribbean Islands may make alternative plans this fall season. These vacation...
‘Crop Over is everything,’ Here’s how this epic festival in Barbados celebrates local identity and joy
Now
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August 17, 2025
In Barbados, August isn’t just a month; it’s a whole mood. It’s the climax of Crop Over, the island’s largest and most spirited cultural celebration, where the streets pulse with soca, colours, and the unmistakable pride of people who’ve turned...
Ed Miliband embroiled in 'hypocrisy' row as Energy Secretary refuses to reveal how many domestic flights he has taken
Daily Mail
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August 17, 2025
Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has been dubbed a 'hypocrite' after refusing to reveal details concerning his domestic air travel. Ministers asserted the Doncaster North MP would not reveal information regarding flights he had taken within the UK...
Three new Caribbean awardees round out list for CMEx Leadership Awards
Dominica News Online
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September 8, 2025
From left to right: Carole Alexis of Martinique, Ronella Croes of Aruba, and Clarisa Jiménez of Puerto Rico — newly named honorees for the 2025 CMEx Leadership Awards. Photo: CMExSelected honorees for the 2025 CMEx Leadership Awards, have been...
America’s Best Restaurants 2025
The New York Times
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September 9, 2025
What does it mean to be a “best restaurant”? And what to make of a list as wide-ranging as this one? Can a storefront barbecue spot in Kansas specializing in turkey legs sit next to a tiny jewel box of a restaurant with a tasting menu in the Bay...
Abeniade, Barbados High Commission partner on fashion-for-change initiative
Graphic
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August 16, 2025
Fashion influencer and creative activist, CW Abeniade, is set to launch a Barbados edition of her transformative initiative, On the Streets with Abeniade, aimed at using fashion to uplift underserved communities. The project, developed in...
Export Barbados Launches Free Global Tariffs & Rules Lookup Tool
MENAFN
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August 15, 2025
(MENAFN- GetNews) Instant access to live duty rates, rules of origin, and compliance guidance-now freely available Bridgetown, Barbados - August 15, 2025 - Export Barbados (BIDC) today unveiled its Free Global Tariffs & Rules Lookup tool, offering...
Marriott’s Barbados All-Inclusive Resorts Have Adults-Only Hideaways, Family Retreats, and Beach Hotels
Caribbean Journal
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August 15, 2025
In just a few years, Marriott has quietly become one of the biggest all-inclusive players in Barbados. What began with a handful of properties has grown into a six-resort collection stretching from the lively south coast to the serene Platinum...
Brazil Seeks Increasing Agricultural Exports To Central America and The Caribbean
Foodmarket
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Brazil Seeks Increasing Agricultural Exports To Central America and The Caribbean Brazil has started a diplomatic mission to Central America and the Caribbean with the objective of strengthening Brazilian agricultural trade, the Ministry of...
Afreximbank pleased with Caribbean countries’ involvement in IATF2025
I Witness News
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September 8, 2025
By Kenton X. Chance ALGIERS, Algeria (CMC) — The head of the Africa Export-Import Bank’s (Afreximbank) in the Caribbean, Okechukwu Ihejirika, says the Egypt-based financial institution is pleased that Caribbean countries are taking advantage of...
Caribbean Leaders to “Reimagine” Tourism at Barbados Conference
Caribbean Journal
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August 15, 2025
From strategies to boost airlift to unlocking growth in sports, wellness and cruise tourism, the Caribbean Tourism Organization’s 2025 State of the Tourism Industry Conference will address the key issues shaping the region’s future as a leading...
Algeria courts Kenya in bid to deepen trade ties
The Standard
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Afreximbank President Professor Benedict Oramah and Barbados Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley toured the pavilions of the ongoing Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025), in Algiers highlighting strengthened trade and investment ties between Africa and...
Jamaica’s young stars ready to compete at CAREBACO Championships in Barbados
The Gleaner
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August 15, 2025
KINGSTON: A talented squad of young athletes will represent Jamaica at the Caribbean Regional Badminton Confederation (CAREBACO) Championships, August 15–23 at the Garfield Sobers Gymnasium in Wildey, St Michael, Barbados. The championships will...
ST. KITTS & NEVIS TO REPRESENT WITH DISTINCTION AT CARIFESTA XV IN BARBADOS
Win Media SKN
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August 14, 2025
Basseterre, St. Kitts – With a dynamic blend of artistic talent, cultural pride, and youthful energy, St. Kitts & Nevis is preparing to make a powerful impression at CARIFESTA XV, the Caribbean’s premier cultural festival, hosted this year in...