AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEducation & AI: CXC has released 2026 May-June results, showing gains across the region, with CAPE acceptable grades at 93.52% and strong subject performances including Information Technology and Environmental Science, while CSEC results are more mixed and Mathematics remains among the lowest performers. Assessment Reform: CXC is also tightening School Based Assessment rules as AI raises academic integrity concerns, pushing schools to rethink how students are evaluated. Trade Data for Growth: The OECS, with UNCTAD and ECLAC, is rolling out TiSSTAT to close gaps in reliable services-trade data, helping governments plan better and connect to global value chains. Water Tech & Efficiency: WASCO is partnering with Japan’s JICA to cut water losses by about 5% over the next few years by fixing leaks, repairing meters, and reducing unauthorised use. Digital Economy: A local fintech overview highlights how Saint Lucia’s digital payments and QR adoption are building a practical, regional-ready financial ecosystem. Skills Pipeline: Saint Lucia’s TVET centres are being cited across CARICOM as the region doubles down on technical and vocational training. STEM Scholarships: Saint Lucia Cruise Port awarded two full undergraduate scholarships, including Cell and Molecular Neuroscience and Arts Administration, covering major study costs abroad.
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