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The Grenada Book Festival is back this October with an expanded line-up of activities that promise to inspire, educate, and celebrate Caribbean literature. Now in its second year, the festival, organized by Grenada Book Festival Inc. in partnership with the Grenada Office of Creative Affairs, continues its mission to nurture national literacy and provide platforms for writers at all stages of their careers. The festival officially

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Caribbean Literature

Grenadian soca star Jevaughn John, widely known as V’ghn, has etched his name into history as the Caribbean’s first-ever World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) IP Youth Ambassador. The announcement, made by the Grenada Office of Creative Affairs (GOCA) in collaboration with the Corporate Affairs and Intellectual Property Office (CAIPO), signals a groundbreaking moment for the region’s creative sector and a powerful step toward global recognition. This

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Caribbean People

The Spice Island, Grenada, is about to resonate with new creative energy as internationally acclaimed music producer Kasey Phillips touches down to lead a transformative music production workshop, “Bring the Beat”, hosted by the Grenada Office of Creative Affairs (GOCA). Kasey Phillips is no stranger to Caribbean airwaves. With a music career that began at just ten years old in his father’s studio in Trinidad and

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Caribbean People

Sabrina Francis, the Afro-Caribbean pop sensation hailing from the Spice Isle of Grenada, is making waves on the international music scene with her soulful melodies and captivating performances. Blending traditional Caribbean sounds with contemporary rhythms, Sabrina’s artistry reflects her rich cultural heritage and personal experiences. With a powerful voice and a dynamic stage presence, she is not only enchanting audiences but also carving a niche

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Caribbean People

As most of you may (or should) already know, June is #ReadCaribbean month. We’re joining in the celebrations by introducing you to some of our favourite authors from across the region and their work. First up, is children’s book author Alyssa Bierzynski. Born and raised in Grenada, this dynamic storyteller writes stories inspired by the people and places around her. Keep reading to learn a bit

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Caribbean Literature, Caribbean People

Grenadian songbird Sabrina Francis has dedicated the last decade of her life to carefully carving out a space for her unique style of music. "It's almost genre-less, but if I had to put it into a genre, it's called Afro-Caribbean pop," the 29-year-old says of her eccentric sound in conversation with Your Caribbean Guide. The momentum she's experiencing at the current stage of her career is, at

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Caribbean People

The Royal Grenada Police Force has issued a mandate that says that amplified music will not be allowed on Independence Day and licenses that were previously issued, have been revoked. This decision was met with furor by some citizens who find it "high-handed and unfair." Internationally recognised artiste Hollis "Mr Killa" Mapp is among those who take issue with the decision taken by the police force. He

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Caribbean People

As Grenada celebrates its 50th anniversary of Independence, there is one name that still holds great significance the world over, serving as a reminder not only of the island’s once-troubled political reality but the strength and tenacity of its people and the revolutionary spirit that reverberates throughout the Spice Isle to this day. Maurice Bishop, the second Prime Minister of Grenada and renowned leader of the

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Caribbean Travel

Celebrations in anticipation of Grenada’s 50th anniversary of Independence are heightening as the Spice Isle prepares to mark the occasion on February 7th. It is a defining moment for an island whose early days of being a sovereign state were mired by political strife and tension. Your Caribbean Guide takes you through five pivotal moments in Grenada’s post-independence history that have shaped the social and political reality

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Caribbean Travel

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