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A tropical wave is crossing the islands and mostly cloudy skies are expected tonight, with light to moderate rain and pockets of moderate/heavy showers and thunderstorm activity across St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG)…Residents and motorists should be alert for thunderstorm activity and take precautions in areas prone to flash-flooding and land-slides, or near rivers and streams…Flash-Flood Watch in effect...Decreased cloudiness with scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are likely by Monday evening and during Tuesday. Isolated showers could linger Wednesday, followed by another tropical wave Wednesday night. Moderate to fresh (~20 – 40 km/h) south-easterly wind-flow could occasionally gust (near 45 km/h) overnight/early Monday. A more southerly wind-flow is expected Monday, decreasing to light and gentle (~5 – 20 km/h) by evening. Gradual increase is expected Tuesday and directions could turn easterly by night-fall, then north-easterly during Wednesday. Slight to moderate (1.0 to 2.0m) sea-conditions are across our islands, with east north-easterly sea-swells. Gusty winds could result in temporary increase tonight, with swell heights nearing 1.5m on the western coasts and 2.5m on eastern coasts of SVG…Small-craft operators and sea-bathers should exercise caution…Slight to moderate sea-conditions could return Monday afternoon, with north-easterly on east coasts by night-time. Best regards and stay safe! Joan Mc Donald Meteorological Services Argyle International Airport, St. Vincent & the Grenadines The global pandemic has rendered many professionals uneasy and uncertain about their career paths, and many are now clamoring desperately to grab at any and every opportunity that arises. This of course, while perfectly understandable, is a potentially calamitous state of mind that we should all avoid as best as our individual circumstances permit. My prayer for each of us today is that regardless of the chaos around us, that we never lose sight of the importance of pursuing and accepting professional opportunities purely on the basis of the mutual value added. Our sense of humanity should also compel us to leave room for those better suited and in need of the opportunity. If you cannot see yourself as a good fit for an organization, nor the alignment of such a move with your desired career path, then it is most likely not for you. I believe with all my heart, that even amidst this pandemic and the sweeping fallouts that have ensued across sectors and industries, that we can all remain true to our purpose - our single most valuable contribution to society when needed most. Being true to your purpose, is about doing what you are best at, while affording others the space and opportunity to do the same. This is precisely how we are going to make it through this pandemic. Written by Dr Jamal Browne
Communications Manager | Senior Spokesperson | Keynote Speaker The COVID-19 pandemic means that many of us are staying at home and sitting down more than we usually do. It’s hard for a lot of us to do the sort of exercise we normally do. It’s even harder for people who don’t usually do a lot of physical exercise. But at a time like this, it’s very important for people of all ages and abilities to be as active as possible. WHO’s Be Active campaign aims to help you do just that - and to have some fun at the same time. Remember - Just taking a short break from sitting, by doing 3-4 minutes of light intensity physical movement, such as walking or stretching, will help ease your muscles and improve blood circulation and muscle activity. Regular physical activity benefits both the body and mind. It can reduce high blood pressure, help manage weight and reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and various cancers - all conditions that can increase susceptibility to COVID-19. It also improves bone and muscle strength and increases balance, flexibility and fitness. For older people, activities that improve balance help to prevent falls and injuries. Regular physical activity can help give our days a routine and be a way to stay in contact with family and friends. It’s also good for our mental health - reducing the risk of depression, cognitive decline and delay the onset of dementia - and improve overall feelings How much physical activity is recommended for your age group? WHO has recommendations on the amount of physical activity people of all ages should do to benefit their health and wellbeing. Infants under 1 year of age
(British High Commission, Barbados, Press Release) – The Government of the United Kingdom announced (Thursday) new support to help contain the spread of COVID-19 in the Caribbean. This support includes £3 million to the Pan-American Health Organisation (PAHO) for the provision of essential medical supplies and management support to help public health systems around the region combat the virus. A further £2 million will be used to scale up assistance for the most vulnerable households, and to help counter domestic violence against women and children. UK Minister for the Caribbean Baroness Sugg said: “The UK Government is committed to supporting our Caribbean friends and partners through this crisis. We all face unprecedented challenges with COVID19, and UK assistance is supporting vulnerable health systems in the Caribbean and across the world – to save lives, protect vital services and reduce the risk of future waves of infection globally. In addition to our multi-million funding to UN agencies and the WHO that benefits the Caribbean, this direct regional support will help Caribbean countries to cope with the coronavirus crisis, mitigate the wider social and economic impacts and protect the most vulnerable. The UK stands with you in these difficult times.” As part of its wider response to COVID-19 in the region, the UK is also reallocating resources from its £400 million development programme to help tackle the crisis and support countries that are most at risk. The UK is providing support to the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) Regional Response Mechanism (RRM). This includes COVID-19 modelling and surveillance products for participating states being developed by University of the West Indies, through the George Alleyne Chronic Disease Research Centre. As a leading donor to international efforts to slow the spread of coronavirus, the UK is taking urgent and essential global action in response to this pandemic. This includes the UK government’s £744 million commitment to support global efforts to stop the spread of coronavirus, find a vaccine and save lives around the world. The UK government will continue to work with existing partners that are well placed to coordinate the regional and international response to the disease and help reduce the negative impacts on the economies and people of the region. Wednesday, April 15, 2020, BRIDGETOWN, Barbados - The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) launched the series The COVID-19 Pandemic in the Caribbean - New Confirmed Cases of SARS-CoV-2 infections. The publication will be updated three times a week and released every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The paper provides a snapshot of confirmed new cases in the Caribbean, other member countries of the Bank, and selected other states.
The paper can be accessed at CDB's homepage at www.caribank.org. Basic protective measures against the new coronavirusStay aware of the latest information on the COVID-19 outbreak, available on the WHO website and through your national and local public health authority. COVID-19 is still affecting mostly people in China with some outbreaks in other countries. Most people who become infected experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others. Take care of your health and protect others by doing the following: Wash your hands frequentlyRegularly and thoroughly clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Why? Washing your hands with soap and water or using alcohol-based hand rub kills viruses that may be on your hands. Maintain social distancingMaintain at least 1 metre (3 feet) distance between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing. Why? When someone coughs or sneezes they spray small liquid droplets from their nose or mouth which may contain virus. If you are too close, you can breathe in the droplets, including the COVID-19 virus if the person coughing has the disease. Avoid touching eyes, nose and mouthWhy? Hands touch many surfaces and can pick up viruses. Once contaminated, hands can transfer the virus to your eyes, nose or mouth. From there, the virus can enter your body and can make you sick. Practice respiratory hygieneMake sure you, and the people around you, follow good respiratory hygiene. This means covering your mouth and nose with your bent elbow or tissue when you cough or sneeze. Then dispose of the used tissue immediately. Why? Droplets spread virus. By following good respiratory hygiene you protect the people around you from viruses such as cold, flu and COVID-19. If you have fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical care earlyStay home if you feel unwell. If you have a fever, cough and difficulty breathing, seek medical attention and call in advance. Follow the directions of your local health authority. Why? National and local authorities will have the most up to date information on the situation in your area. Calling in advance will allow your health care provider to quickly direct you to the right health facility. This will also protect you and help prevent spread of viruses and other infections. Stay informed and follow advice given by your healthcare providerStay informed on the latest developments about COVID-19. Follow advice given by your healthcare provider, your national and local public health authority or your employer on how to protect yourself and others from COVID-19. Why? National and local authorities will have the most up to date information on whether COVID-19 is spreading in your area. They are best placed to advise on what people in your area should be doing to protect themselves. Protection measures for persons who are in or have recently visited (past 14 days) areas where COVID-19 is spreadingA few showers moved across St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) overnight/early this morning, as dust concentrations started thinning-out across our area. Patches of slight haze are likely until late Thursday, gradually clearing to good visibility. A weak pulse/instability is crossing our islands with a few showers tonight. Isolated showers are likely Wednesday and Thursday, with chance for scattered showers by Friday afternoon. The Atlantic High Pressure System is pumping moderate to occasionally fresh (20 - 40 km/h) breeze across our islands, but directions are varying due to weak pulses on its southern edge. Moderate sea conditions with northerly swells are across our islands, peaking near 1.5 m on west coasts and near 2.5 m on east coasts…Small-craft operators and sea-bathers should exercise extreme caution…Swell heights could start falling Wednesday afternoon on west coasts and during Thursday on east coasts. Gradually returning to slight to moderate (1.0 - 1.5 m) conditions across SVG late Thursday, with north northeasterly swells.
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). |
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