AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCDB Digital Push for MSMEs: The Caribbean Development Bank and the Small Business Association of Barbados launched a CDB-backed initiative to help at least 150 MSMEs across Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines adopt digital tools, build resilience and expand into regional and global markets, with extra focus on women-led and underserved firms. Telecom AI Leap: Digicel says its AI assistant “Ruby” is resolving 55% of customer queries in Jamaica without human help, handling 535,000+ conversations via WhatsApp, voice, web and the MyDigicel app, with plans to roll out across more markets. Local Education Support: Jannou Credit Union marked 46 years of its CPEA scholarships and bursaries, awarding support to 20 students, while a separate Eileen Paul Scholarship update says 25 students are receiving awards and the programme has reached 79 beneficiaries. Water & Utilities: WASCO announced leak-focused measures including a new Water Management Unit to cut losses through leak detection, repairs and better metering, alongside ongoing pipeline and replacement works. CPL Business Spillover: Cricket is boosting Saint Lucia’s tourism activity during a typically slower period, as teams and supporters drive demand for hotels and tour services. CPL Team News: The St Lucia Kings face a major CPL setback after Noor Ahmad’s NOC was revoked, with Tim Seifert named as replacement.
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