Corporate organisations in St. Vincent and the Grenadines are now invited to register interest in the 2nd Annual National Corporate Public Speaking Championship. In 2019, during the inaugural Championship, the Argyle International Airport (AIA) emerged victorious through its representative; Miss Trackeisha Davis. This year, AIA will seek to defend its crown and corporate entities are encouraged to register up to two participants for the preliminary round of competition. Successful participants in the preliminary round will then go on to the semi-finals and finals. Speakers will present on set topics relating to business activity in St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Distinguished Toastmaster (DTM) Ms. Arlette Miller, Chairperson of the National Corporate Public Speaking Championship’s Committee has shared that for the second time, the event’s goal is to continue to encourage fluent communication in the workplace that will help in providing the competitive advantage for today’s businesses and firms. Generous cash prizes are at stake for the first, second and third place winners of the final contest. Speaking on the format for this year’s competition, Ms Miller indicated that letters will be sent to business houses to confirm interest of participation. The preliminary round of competition is slated for 29th February, the semi and finals both slated for 28th March and 25th April respectively. Patrons can look forward to another exhilarating atmosphere filled with vibrant audience table topics as well as lots of giveaways. This event is hosted by Toastmasters in SVG for staff of registered businesses throughout St. Vincent & the Grenadines. As was the case last year, this year being no exception, the National Corporate Public Speaking Championship (NCPSC) committee aims to fulfill its promise to offer a superior standard and to deliver a riveting experience. The other members on the 2020 NPSC Committee are Deputy Chairperson - Tamira Browne Advanced Communicator Gold/Advanced Leadership Bronze – (ACG/ALB); Treasurer Sharlene Alleyne-Hector; Public Relations Chair Trackera Davis; Secretary - Raheem Hall Development Leadership 1 – (DL1); Denicia Gaymes; Jacqui English –Jacobs Competent Communicator /Effective Coaching (CC/EC) and Xelony Daize – Competent Communicator/Competent Leader/Dynamic Leadership 2 (CC/CL/DL2). More information on the competition may be had by calling 1784-493-4746; Email: [email protected]; Facebook: SVG National Corporate Public Speaking Championship. Instagram: SVG_NCPSC
The Western Atlantic High Pressure System is pumping cool fresh (30 - 40 km/h) northeasterly breeze and occasional strong gusts could bring a few showers across St.Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) tonight and during Monday. Wind direction could be varying by Monday night, gradually decreasing to gentle by Wednesday with a southeasterly flow which could increase the chance for showers. Moderate to rough (2.0 – 3.0 m) sea conditions are expected across SVG this evening with northerly long-period swells (above 14 seconds) and wave heights could peak near 3.5 m during Monday, especially on our eastern coasts before retreating Tuesday afternoon. A high surf advisory and small craft warning will be in effect for above normal northerly sea-swells across St. Vincent and the Grenadines. Large waves and dangerous rip-currents could create unsafe conditions for sea-bathers and small-craft operators. Conditions could become more adverse at high tide times; Sunday 01:18 pm, Monday 01:50 am and 02:32 pm and Tuesday 02:35 am and 03:54 pm. Wave heights should subside by Wednesday afternoon with northeasterly swells 1.0 m - 2.0 m.
The Board of Directors of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has today approved funding for the modernisation of Kingstown Port in St. Vincent. This project is the first of a two-phase programme and includes the construction of a new cargo port, and associated roadworks to improve access and traffic flow. “Modernisation of the Kingstown Port is an important component of the Government’s vision for transforming St. Vincent and the Grenadines into a modern, competitive, private-sector led economy. CDB’s investment in the St. Vincent port modernisation will boost the efficiency of cargo services; revitalise Kingstown; and enhance the business environment; while expanding employment opportunities and reducing poverty,” said CDB Vice-President (Operations), Monica La Bennett. The project is being funded by a USD 110 million loan from CDB; a GBP25.6 million (about USD 32 million) grant from the CDB-administered United Kingdom Infrastructure Fund, and a USD 43 million contribution from the Government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines. “The United Kingdom is pleased that the Kingstown Port modernisation project will deliver economic growth, while supporting improved livelihoods, poverty reduction and safer conditions for citizens, which is the goal of the United Kingdom Caribbean Infrastructure Fund,” said Resident British Commissioner to St. Vincent and the Grenadines, Steve Moore. The project will build a structurally safe working environment at the Kingstown Port, which is currently operating well beyond its design life and has structural defects. Accompanying roadworks will also improve traffic circulation around the central business district of Kingstown. People affected by the planned construction will be consulted and compensated. Residents and fisherfolk in Rose Place Community and vendors in Little Tokyo will be offered relocation to safer and more climate resilient areas. Affected persons will also have access to skills training to improve their social and economic situation. In the next phase of the port modernisation, an intra-regional cargo terminal and an inter-island ferry terminal will be built. Contact: CDB: Lothar Mikulla, Communications Officer, +1 (246) 539-3412, [email protected] About the Caribbean Development Bank The Caribbean Development Bank is a regional financial institution established in 1970 for the purpose of contributing to the harmonious economic growth and development of its Borrowing Member Countries (BMCs). In addition to the 19 BMCs, CDB’s membership includes four regional non-borrowing members – Brazil, Colombia, Mexico and Venezuela and five non-regional, non-borrowing members; i.e., Canada, China, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom. CDB’s total assets as at December 31, 2018 stood at USD 3.24 billion (bn). These include USD1.75 bn of Ordinary Capital Resources and USD1.49 bn of Special Funds Resources. The Bank is rated Aa1 Stable with Moody’s, AA+ Stable with Standard & Poor’s and AA+ Stable with FitchRatings. Read more at caribank.org. About the United Kingdom Department for International Development The Department for International Development (DFID) leads the UK’s work to end extreme poverty. DFID is helping to tackle the global challenges of our time and is building a safer, healthier, more prosperous world. This project is funded with UK aid from the UK Government. Through DFID, the UK will provide over £400m to the Caribbean Region to support climate and disaster resilience, promote economic growth and support the fight against organised crime. The UK Caribbean Infrastructure Fund (UKCIF) was announced in September 2015, and publicly launched in Jamaica on 4 April 2016 by DFID Minister Baroness Verma. UKCIF is providing £330 million in grant funding up to March 2024 for nine ODA-eligible Caribbean Countries/Overseas Territories (Jamaica, Guyana, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Antigua and Barbuda, St. Vincent and the Grenadines, and Montserrat). Kingstown, St. Vincent. October 31st, 2019 – ProjectMEN2020 in collaboration with the World Needs a Father, will host a trainer of trainer’s seminar on the essentials of Fathering as part of celebrations leading up to International Men’s Day, 19th November, 2019. The seminar will take place from 5:30pm to 8:30pm on Tuesday 12th to Friday 15th November, 2019 and culminates on Saturday 16th November from 9am to 4pm. The venue is the VINSAVE Child Development Centre Conference room, located between the National Public Library and the UWI Open Campus in Kingstown. The facilitators for the training are Courtney Richards, from Jamaica, Dr. Zifus James, from St. Lucia, Irvin Padier, from Trinidad and Tobago, Alex Altidor and Conroy Huggins from St. Vincent and the Grenadines. The training is geared for all interested men involved in working with men and male focused groups and organizations. The curriculum for the training was developed in Durban, South Africa by the World Needs a Father, and has been used globally and in the Caribbean. For more information persons can contact, Conroy Huggins at 454 0011 or Alex Altidor at 495 6004, event organizers. The media is invited to cover the conference or part thereof. As of 6 PM (GMT-4) The Argyle International Airport, Gas stations and Supermarkets will be closed on St. Vincent and the Grenadines. All other Businesses through out the country will be closed by 4 PM latest. A Tropical Storm Warning means that tropical storm conditions are imminent within the warning area, generally within 36 hours.At 11:00 am Tropical Storm ‘Dorian’ was centered near 12.3 North…57.7 West or about 245 miles (395 km) east-southeast of St. Vincent. Maximum sustained winds are near 60 mph (95km/h), with tropical-storm-force winds now extending outward up to 45 miles (75 km) from the center. The minimum central pressure is 1002 mb (29.59 inches). “Dorian” is now moving towards the west north-west at 14 mph (22 km/h) and on this track, the center of the system is expected to pass near or over St. Vincent early Tuesday morning. Sustained surface winds between 58 to 70 mph (93 to 113km/h) with higher gusts are expected to spread across St. Vincent and the Grenadines early Tuesday morning, persisting into the afternoon. In addition, pockets of moderate to heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected to move across the islands from early Tuesday morning. Rainfall accumulations of at least 3 to 8 inches (75 to 200 mm) are possible with isolated higher amounts. As a result, some flash-flooding are likely in low-lying areas and near rivers and streams. Large easterly to south-easterly swells of 2.5 to 3.5 meters (8 to 12 feet) are also forecast to accompany the system. Low-lying coastlines around the islands will be particularly vulnerable at times of high tide. Large waves and dangerous rip-tides can be expected. These will create unsafe conditions for small-craft operators and fishermen. A High-Surf Advisory and Small-Craft Warning is now in effect until 6pm, Tuesday 27th August, 2019. Sea-bathers and other users of the sea are advised to stay out of the water. In this case, a Small-craft Warning means that mean wind-speeds of 50 to 60 knots (93 to 113km/h) and/or seas equal to or greater than 3 meters (10 feet) will be affecting the marine area. A High-Surf Advisory is issued when breaking wave action poses a threat to life and property within the surf zone. High Tide are expected around: 1:37 pm today, and 2:20 am and 2:24 pm on Tuesday Residents are advised to make the necessary preparations and keep updated on the progress of this system. The next Advisory will be at 6 pm, today, Monday, 26th August 2019 Weather report Prepared by Mr. Billy Jeffers
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