Homecoming Is About Partnership, Not Nostalgia, Says Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell
For generations, Grenadians living abroad have demonstrated their love for home in countless ways. They have supported families through remittances, rebuilt communities after hurricanes, invested in homes they hope to one day retire in and carried the island's culture proudly across the world. Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell believes it is time to build on that legacy. Addressing delegates at the Grenada Diaspora Homecoming Forum, he challenged Grenadians
“We Are Eating Ourselves to Death”: Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell Sounds Alarm on Grenada’s Growing Health Crisis
Of all the investment opportunities Prime Minister Dickon Mitchell presented during his Vision 75 address, the one he urged Grenadians to make first wasn't in renewable energy, housing or technology. It was in themselves. Speaking to delegates during day one of the Grenada Diaspora Homecoming Forum, PM Mitchell issued a stark warning about the country's health, arguing that unless Grenadians change the way they eat and live,
The Breakfast That Built a Community: Experiencing the Mount Moritz Model
Grenada Diaspora Homecoming, Day 2 Just after 6:00 a.m., I was picked up from my hotel for the relatively short journey to Mount Moritz, arriving among the first visitors for what has become one of Grenada's most celebrated community breakfasts. It didn't take long to understand why. Set against an immaculately maintained playing field, park benches and neatly arranged chairs sat beneath sprawling tents, ready to welcome the
Born Into Music, Destined for Greatness: The Rise of Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor
If you happened to be at the Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport last Thursday afternoon, you may have noticed a familiar face making his way through arrivals. There was no official announcement. No elaborate fanfare. Just one of the Caribbean's most influential music producers quietly touching down in Saint Kitts. If you know Caribbean music, the obvious question was: What exactly was Stephen "Di Genius" McGregor doing in
PM Mitchell: Grenada Must Leverage the Talent of Its Global Diaspora
As Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 continues to generate conversation both on and off the island, Prime Minister Hon. Dickon Mitchell has offered further insight into the thinking behind the initiative, while responding to critics who have questioned its purpose. Speaking with Your Caribbean Guide on the sidelines of the We Pan event at the Carenage on Sunday evening, Mitchell said the Homecoming initiative was never intended
Flavours in the Forest: My Delicious First Taste of Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026
There couldn’t have been a more fitting introduction to the Grenada Diaspora Homecoming than food, community and the island’s breathtaking rainforest. After arriving on the island, I had barely dropped my bags in my room before I was back in the vehicle, this time making the winding journey into Grenada’s lush interior for Flavours In D Forest, my first official event covering Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026. Nestled
Answering the Call Home: Grenadians and Friends Unite to Restore the Spice Isle
Grenada has long been known as the Spice Isle of the Caribbean, a title earned through generations of producing some of the world's finest nutmeg, mace, cinnamon, cocoa and other spices. For decades, these crops have been central to the country's economy, identity and international reputation. That legacy, however, suffered a devastating setback when successive hurricanes, most notably destroyed millions of trees and severely impacted Grenada's
Grenada Is Calling Its People Home
There is something powerful about a nation intentionally creating space for its people to return home, not just to visit, but for renewal, rejuvenation and reconnection. That is the vision behind Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026, a national initiative that will see Grenadians from across the globe return to the Spice Isle, Carriacou and Petite Martinique from June 21 to July 5 for what promises to be one
Nearly Three Decades Strong, St. Kitts Music Festival Gets Set To Open Another Unforgettable Chapter
For nearly three decades, the St. Kitts Music Festival has transformed the Federation into the cultural heartbeat of the Caribbean each summer, drawing internationally acclaimed performers, regional stars and thousands of music lovers to its shores. What began as a bold tourism initiative has evolved into one of the region's most anticipated music festivals, celebrated not only for its diverse lineups but also for the
Love It or Hate It, You Can’t Ignore It: The Hill and Gully Riddim’s Journey from Folk Song to Cultural Flashpoint
The hill and gully riddim has had me in an absolute chokehold since its release. Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few months, you’ll know that the Hill and Gully Riddim was produced by acclaimed Jamaican producer Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor. The riddim reimagines Jamaica’s beloved folk classic Hill and Gully Rider, introducing a contemporary dancehall interpretation of a song deeply woven