AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDigital Civic Tech: Barbados’ Pearly app is drawing thousands of users during Crop Over, with potholes and a live bus locator driving the biggest demand as TouchStar rolls out tools for faster public reporting. Education & Family Connectivity: EduConnect, a new paid app, is launched to streamline school–home communication and cut teacher admin work, with early use in five schools and plans to expand. Public Health Support: QEH breastfeeding advocates say mothers often stop exclusive breastfeeding after returning to work, urging workplace pumping spaces and stronger support at home. Blue Economy Skills: Barbados’ Ministry of Education is developing a globally recognised high school certificate tied to the new ocean and climate schools, aiming to prepare students for blue economy and ocean diplomacy. Regional Lab Readiness: Eastern Caribbean lab teams trained in molecular diagnostics in Barbados to improve rapid detection of diseases like measles, leptospirosis and hantavirus. Climate Resilience Investment: China is investing about US$66m in a South Coast Water Reclamation upgrade to modernise wastewater treatment and boost water reuse. Infrastructure & Mobility: The Chamberlain “Swing Bridge” lift schedule is restricting pedestrian access and hitting Lower Bay Street businesses.
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