AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWater Security: A new look at desalination argues it’s moved from “emergency” to mainstream water infrastructure as CARICOM countries face worsening drought and groundwater strain, while also flagging environmental and cost risks. Local Water Update: St. Kitts’ Water Services Department says its Saddlers groundwater drilling is on track, with the first well targeting about 500,000 gallons of potable water and a second site progressing to roughly 280 feet. Marine Tech for Resilience: The SKNDF Coast Guard received three SOFAR Spotter buoys to boost near-real-time wave and sea-surface monitoring, supporting early warning, safety, fisheries, and coastal planning. Digital Skills: OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship applications open Sept. 10–20 for St. Kitts and other member states, delivered by UWI Global Campus under a World Bank-backed programme. Education & Health Tech Pipeline: UMHS announced a 35% ARP tuition cut (to $7,000) to help students transition into its MD programme, while PAHO and UWI highlighted a health policy training push across the Caribbean. Youth & Community: TDC continues its Warren C. Tyson Memorial Scholarship, backing new secondary-school entrants across the federation.
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