I was appalled and disgusted upon reading a missive published in your newspaper under the hand of one Wade 'Kojo' Willians. The notion that there could be subversives working in St Vincent and Grenadines to undermine and topple the legitimately elected government is very serious. read more...

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There has been much discussion lately (in SVG and the Diaspora) about the presence of foreign organisations/consultants operating is St Vincent and the Grenadines. They appear to be advising one of the political parties. Selling citizenships, as many allege, may not be the only motive here. read more...

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With all due respect, Foxy’s socialist/leftist leaning ideology and support and admiration for Ralph Gonsalves has clouded his/her vision. Foxy cannot see the forest for the trees on the issue of Ralph Gonsalves’ leadership and vision. Both Napoleon and Hitler had leadership and vision, albeit misguided. read more...

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To build a strong and modern day progressive society it requires strong leadership at all levels, hard work, commitment, critical thinking and analysis, accountability, unity and a clear vision. The population should be aware of the vision of the Government and give their full support. read more...

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HAVANA, Cuba (ACN) -- Rene Baptiste, St Vincent and the Grenadines Urban Development, Culture, Labor and Elections Minister, praised the cultural exchange between her nation and Cuba during the 2010 budget discussion at the Vincentian Parliament. The Minister added this exchange will be expanded and strengthened. read more...

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One cannot help feeling sorry for Opposition Leader, Arnhim Eustace. Not because he has been an abysmal failure as a politician and Opposition Leader, but because it is just unfair to expect him to keep pace with the outstanding visionary Dr Ralph Gonsalves. As my late father would have said... read more...

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KINGSTOWN, St Vincent -- Supporters of the Unity Labour Party (ULP) government, along with those from the opposition New Democratic Party (NDP), gathered outside parliament in St Vincent on Monday to lend support to the government and to stage a protest. The police were on hand to prevent any clashes. read more...

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A Caribbean Net News story of Thursday's date, datelined “Kuwait City” and written by Ray Chickrie, says in the 5th paragraph of the story, with reference to Guyana’s leader, says that he (Mr Jagdeo) who arrived in Iran this week, is “...the first leader of a Caribbean country (Caricom) to visit the Islamic Republic of Iran.” read more...

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BELFAST, Northern Ireland -- Belfast City Hall had its first ever international Fairtrade conference, hosted by Fairtrade Belfast and sponsored by the European Commission and Belfast City Council. The purpose of the conference is to raise the profile and awareness of Fairtrade as a mechanism for... read more...

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It is funny! I love science, today. However, back in my high school days, when I was placed in Form 4 Science; science was not even my first or second choice of subject study area. Even the brief period when I returned to my alma mater as a teacher, I did not teach a science subject. read more...

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The stories will break fast and furious, as government and opposition race against time to win the next general elections. Here goes my Political Wish List (for St Vincent and the Grenadines) for 2010. The Prime Minister and the ULP and Opposition Leader and the NDP will immediately commence Working Sessions. read more...

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In my final letter of the Year of Our Lord 2009, I would like to say a hearty thank you to the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) for voting No in the November referendum. Thank you, for the goodwill you showed to past, current, and future generations of Vincies. Thanks you from the Vincies in the Diaspora. read more...

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KINGSTOWN, St Vincent -- Yoland London, Environmental Coordinator of the JEMS Progressive Community Organisation in St Vincent and the Grenadines is representing the organisation at the Climate Change Summit in Copenhagen, Denmark from 7-21 December 2009. Her attendance at the meeting is supported... read more...

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The referendum of November 25th is now behind us. As was evident by the results, Vincentians expressed their dissatisfaction through one of the best ways in a democracy – the casting of a vote. We spoke loud and clear, our message was strong and decisive. The dissatisfaction after all the contempt... read more...

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LONDON, England -- Approximately 240 Vincentian nationals and friends in the UK celebrated St Vincent and the Grenadines 30th anniversary of independence with the High Commission staff at an extravagant Caribbean themed dinner and dance. Attendees were treated to an abundance of fine Caribbean cuisine. read more...

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His name is Herbert Samuel and he has coined a word. And his word became mode, modern and multifunctional. That word and mode is… “Welectricity”. Welectricity is staggering in its simplicity. It is brilliant in its energy-saving, people-empowering connectivity. For his unique idea, and of course... read more...

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Vincentians should not be complacent following the November 25 referendum in which the Ralph Gonsalves administration failed miserably to gain the required two thirds to amend the Constitution. Although the Unity Labour Party (ULP) polled 43.1% of the votes and the opposition New Democratic.. read more...

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Tomorrow, Tuesday, December 8, is a historical date in St Thomas, US Virgin Islands, when the Oasis of The Seas, the largest cruise ship in the world is scheduled to make her maiden voyage to the Caribbean with her first stop in the US Virgin Islands.  Incidentally it is the anniversary of the conception of Mary... read more...

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In an article posted on 27th November 2009 on caribbeandailynews.com entitled “St Vincent: PM Gonsalves blanks snap poll”, Dr Gonsalves is quoted as explaining that by rejecting the proposed new constitution in the referendum on November 25, 2009, Vincentians have "freed him from a restraint". read more...

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The overwhelming defeat of the referendum on a new constitution for St Vincent and the Grenadines seemed to have set off a panic button among supporters of the Unity Labour Party, many of whom did not move a hoot to ensure that the referendum received the required 67% it needed. read more...

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Straight up!: I am suggesting that Parliament take the necessary action to have another Referendum on a new Constitution at the same time as the next general elections. We have heard nearly all we wanted to hear about the failed Constitutional Referendum. We must not see the November 25 result as... read more...

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Wednesday, November 25, 2009 was indeed a sad day for the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines. I do not now see how it would be possible for us to ever have Constitutional Reform in SVG. From here on in, regardless to what leaders urge, the people will vote along party lines in any future referendum. read more...

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KINGSTOWN, St Vincent -- St Vincent and the Grenadines' Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves has accepted the wishes of the people following the voting in Wednesday's referendum to adopt a new constitution. 55.64% of the voters cast their votes not to accept a proposed constitution. read more...

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St Vincent prime minister, Dr Ralph Gonsalves, is now in Port of Spain attending the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting, which was declared open by Her Majesty the Queen. Ralph should have been ashamed to attend after the comments he made about the Queen during his “Yes” campaign. read more...

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Camillo Gonsalves was on to something when he said to the people at a Park Hill meeting: " On November 25, we are going to say no to 'minority rule' ... we say power to the people not power to the minority."  Young Gonsalves was right when he told the people 'no to minority rule.' read more...

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Vincentians woke up on November 26th to the dawn of a new morning, sending a clear message not only to our nation but also to the Caribbean and to the world at large that we will decide our own destiny and will chart our own course. I cried unto the Lord and the Lord heard my voice, he should not suffer thy foot... read more...

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You have done well! You have displayed tremendous strength and a powerful will to do what you thought was best for the Country at this given time. You have changed the course of history for this Nation and for the entire region also. Future generations will be eternally grateful for your decisiveness in this Referendum. read more...

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KINGSTOWN, St Vincent -- Vincentians in St Vincent and the Grenadines on Wednesday November 25 voted overwhelmingly to reject changing the present constitution, which was handed to them by Britain when the country gained political independence from Britain in 1979. read more...

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Thank you very much for allowing me to use this medium to speak to the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines and the English speaking Caribbean. Over the past two to three years the Lord has been using me to 'Sound the Trumpet' over St Vincent and the Grenadines. read more...

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Vincentians have spoken - the electorate has rejected the referendum which was being railroaded by the Ralph Gonsalves administration to overhaul the 1979 Constitution. The people sent a clear message to the Prime Minister that they will not be fooled by him and his cronies. Where do we go from here? read more...

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The Referendum to decide whether or not the 1979 Constitution should be overhauled will go on today as scheduled. An attempt to block it failed because of technical or legal difficulties since the applicants -- the group of four who are supporters of the Opposition New Democratic Party have to amend their application. read more...

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Sir Louis Straker, Foreign Minister of St Vincent and the Grenadines visited Iran on August 2008. During that visit St Vincent and the Grenadines established diplomatic relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran. Following the talks with Iran, Sir Louis Straker signed a six point agreement with Iran and received a... read more...

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Vincentians are going to the polls tomorrow to decide whether or not the 1979 Constitutional should be overhauled in order to remove the Queen as Head of the State, and to rid the London based Privy Council as the final court, among other changes. What is unusual in this referendum is that highly paid officials... read more...

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Will the NDP Opposition leader (and Co-Leader of the "No" side) Arnhim Eustace really vote no on Referendum Day? Can Arnhim Eustace really cause former colleagues like Eddie Griffith and Kerwin Morris to roll over in their graves and haunt him (Arnhim) for the rest of his life? read more...

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The owner of Caribbean Net News and its Editor must be congratulated for giving the public in St Vincent and the Grenadines and beyond the opportunity to air their views on the upcoming referendum to be voted on November 25. A CANA report quoted the Supervisor of Elections, Sylvia Findlay-Scrubb... read more...

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For the majority of Grenadians the rallying cry from 1979 to 1983 was "Forward Ever! Backward Never!" According to Maurice Bishop it was "A Bright New Dawn." The government of Eric Gairy was overthrown in  March 13, 1979. I must say for me living in Canada at that time - it was indeed 'A Bright New Day'. read more...

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With constitutional referendum in St Vincent and the Grenadines around the corner, my mind wonders about more things that make me go “hmmm”. They say when America sneezes we in SVG catch a cold! USA has a cold and is trying to dig itself out of a financial mess and the government of SVG is giving away money. read more...

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Almost a decade after being forced out of office; and refusing to give account for his part in the Ottley Hall scandal, Sir James Mitchell re-surfaced to save the life of the party he founded and still believes he owns. Before Vincentians go the referendum polls on November 25, I urge all voters to consider the following. read more...

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As a Caribbean national and a citizen of the Grenadines I am encouraging all progressive Vincentians in St Vincentians and the Grenadines to vote yes on Wednesday Nov 25 for the establishment of the new constitution. I am of the opinion that the Constitutions of many Caribbeans islands need to be reformed. read more...

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On November 25, the people of St Vincent and the Grenadines are being called upon by the current Administration to vote yes in a Referendum to introduce a new Constitution that will replace the one given to us by the British. To this end, the Unity Labour Party Government under the leadership... read more...

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