AGP Executive Report

Local Politics & Community: Montserrat runs for District 49, highlighting a local candidate’s push to inspire more Latinos into Texas public office. Education & Youth: Dominica’s CXC exams report mixed delivery—some subjects fully electronic, others limited by devices and internet—plus two breaches that led to cancelled results. Agriculture & Inclusion: OECS Director General Dr. Didacus Jules urged governments to open crown lands on transparent, affordable terms so young farmers can use land as bank-recognised collateral, with inclusion for persons with disability built in. Health Programme: Pink Ribbon Charity Montserrat Inc. announced its October 2026 breast health and diabetic foot health programme, including free mammogram booking details and Feet for Life podiatry clinics. Regional Sports: Concacaf Nations League returns to the TCIFA National Academy with Montserrat set to face Turks and Caicos and the British Virgin Islands across September and October. Culture & Heritage: Jamaica plans to file a slavery reparations petition with King Charles during a London visit, including a request for Privy Council advisory questions and talks on repatriating cultural artefacts.

Local Politics & Representation: Montserrat Garibay is running for Texas House District 49, with her campaign highlighting the value of Latino leadership and mentorship after arriving in the U.S. undocumented and later earning bachelor’s and master’s degrees at UT. Agriculture & Youth Empowerment: OECS Director General Dr. Didacus Jules urged governments to open crown lands on transparent terms so young farmers can afford land access through bank-recognised 10-year arrangements, stressing inclusion for persons with disability and practical support for agribusiness, climate-smart farming, and access to finance. Health & Community Services: Pink Ribbon Charity Montserrat Inc. announced its October 2026 programme, featuring free breast health checks and mammograms plus “Feet for Life” podiatry clinics and a symposium, radio health talk, and a charity dinner with tickets going on sale September 15. Sports & Regional Football: The Concacaf Nations League returns with Montserrat set to play Turks and Caicos and the British Virgin Islands twice each at the TCIFA National Academy from September 23 to October 6. Education & Learning: Dominica’s CXC exams ran over six weeks with a mix of electronic and paper testing, and Montserrat-linked education news also includes a Nevada fifth-grade Adventure Pass art win by Montserrat Franco Hernandez.

Education & Youth: Dominica reports its June 2026 CXC exams ran across 17 centres over six weeks, with e-testing at 12 locations for Paper One and two breaches leading to cancelled results. Health & Community: Pink Ribbon Charity Montserrat Inc. has set its October 2026 programme, including free mammogram booking at Belmont Clinic (Antigua) and “Feet for Life” podiatry clinics and symposium (Oct 26–31). Sports: Montserrat’s men’s team will face Turks and Caicos and the British Virgin Islands twice each in the Concacaf Nations League return games in Providenciales (Sept 23–Oct 6). Regional Governance: Nevis’ Assembly President Michelle Slack-Clarke is representing Nevis at the CPA conference in Jamaica, with a virtual Youth Parliament on Sept 3. Agriculture Policy: OECS Director General Didacus Jules urged governments to provide crown lands on transparent terms that young farmers can afford. Weather Watch: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic and is expected to bring heavy rain to the northern Lesser Antilles as it approaches the Leeward Islands. Culture & Media: Lila Avilés (Berlin Golden Bear winner for “Totém”) has wrapped production on “Cábula,” set to be shown at Venice’s Gap-Financing Market (Sept 4–6).

Health & Community: Pink Ribbon Charity Montserrat Inc. has announced its October 2026 programme, with breast cancer awareness and breast health promotion plus an expanded push on diabetic foot health. Free mammograms are available at the Belmont Clinic in Antigua (booking via WhatsApp/call), and the week features a Feet for Life podiatry symposium on Oct. 26, podiatry clinics Oct. 26–31, a Talking Health segment on ZJB Radio (Oct. 28), and a charity dinner at Olveston House (tickets $150 on sale Sept. 15). Education & Youth: Dominica’s CXC results update says the June 2026 sitting ran across 17 centres, with electronic testing at 12 locations for Paper One and limited e-testing elsewhere due to devices and internet; two exam breaches led to cancelled results. Sports: Concacaf Nations League returns in Turks and Caicos, with Montserrat set to play twice each against the Turks and Caicos Islands and the British Virgin Islands from Sept. 23 to Oct. 6. Regional Governance: Nevis Island Assembly President Michelle Slack-Clarke is representing Nevis at the CPA conference in Jamaica, speaking on parliamentary decorum in the digital age, with a virtual Youth Parliament on Sept. 3.

Regional Parliament & Youth: Nevis Island Assembly President Michelle Slack-Clarke is representing Nevis at the 48th Commonwealth Parliamentary Association conference in Jamaica, focusing on keeping parliamentary decorum in the digital age, while Nevis youth parliamentarians Shevonne Daniel and KJel Smithen will join a virtual Youth Parliament on Sept 3. Sports & Community: Montserrat’s football team will face Turks and Caicos and the British Virgin Islands in the CONCACAF Nations League return games in Provo, with matches running Sept 23–Oct 6. Education & Learning Abroad: Hawaiʻi students and teachers completed a month-long study abroad in Barcelona, exploring education challenges tied to immigration, inequality, language diversity, climate change and gender discrimination. Agriculture & Access: OECS leaders urged governments to provide crown lands to farmers on transparent terms, with arrangements that young people can afford and use as bank-collateral. Weather Watch: Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the Atlantic and is expected to weaken near the Leeward Islands, but could bring heavy rain to the northern Lesser Antilles.

Education & Exchange: Thirty-five University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa students and teachers completed a month-long study abroad in Barcelona, using school visits and fieldwork to compare education challenges tied to immigration, inequality, language diversity, climate change and gender discrimination. Regional Agriculture: OECS Director General Dr. Didacus Jules urged governments to open crown lands to young farmers on transparent, bank-recognised terms, calling for inclusion that is structural—not just ceremonial—at a youth and women in agriculture symposium in Grenada. Exams & Access: Dominica’s CXC June sitting ran across 17 centres over six weeks, with electronic testing at 12 locations and limited e-testing elsewhere due to devices and internet; two breaches led to cancelled results. Montserrat in Sports: The Concacaf Nations League returns with Turks and Caicos hosting all group matches in Providenciales, including Montserrat’s games against Turks and Caicos and the British Virgin Islands from Sept. 23 to Oct. 6. Local Pride Abroad: Montserrat Franco Hernandez’s artwork “Starlit Skies” won Nevada’s 2026–2027 5th Grade Adventure Pass Design Challenge, earning her a day at Sand Harbor State Park and a pass for her family.

Volcano Watch: Scientists studying Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills say they’ve found signs of a fluid-rich zone 2–3 kilometres down that could be a “magmatic brine lens,” potentially concentrating valuable metals beneath the active volcano. Regional Agriculture & Youth: OECS leaders are urging governments to give young farmers access to crown lands on transparent, bank-collateral terms, with inclusion built into training and finance—not treated as a formality. Education Updates: Dominica’s CXC exams ran over six weeks across 17 centres, with e-testing limited by devices and internet, and two breaches leading to cancelled results. Local Pride Abroad: Montserrat Franco Hernandez’s artwork “Starlit Skies” won Nevada’s 2026–2027 5th Grade Adventure Pass design, earning her a park visit and a pass for her family. Football Schedule: Turks and Caicos will host the return of Concacaf Nations League Group A matches, with Montserrat facing both TCI and the British Virgin Islands twice between Sept 23 and Oct 6. Weather Alert: Tropical Storm Dolly formed in the Atlantic and is expected to weaken, but could still bring heavy rain to the northern Lesser Antilles as it tracks west.

Education & Exams: Dominica wrapped its June 2026 CXC sitting across 17 centres over six weeks, with 66% of staff serving as invigilators; some subjects used e-testing where devices and internet allowed, and two breaches led to cancelled results. Youth & Community Pride: Montserrat Franco Hernandez’s “Starlit Skies” won Nevada’s 2026–2027 5th Grade Adventure Pass Design Challenge, earning her a day at Sand Harbor State Park and a pass for the year. Football & Local Sport: The Turks and Caicos will host the CONCACAF Nations League return games in Providenciales, with Montserrat facing the Turks and Caicos and the British Virgin Islands twice each from Sept. 23 to Oct. 6. Travel & Mobility: A Henley Passport Index update lists Montserrat among 17 Caribbean destinations South Africans can visit visa-free. Environment & Science: Researchers say Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills volcano may be hiding a metal-rich, salty fluid zone 2–3 kilometres down, offering clues to how valuable metals concentrate under active volcanoes.

Football: Montserrat will play Turks and Caicos and the British Virgin Islands twice each in the Concacaf Nations League return, with all six League C Group A matches set for the TCIFA National Academy (Sept 23–Oct 6), starting Wednesday Sept 23 at 3 p.m. (Turks and Caicos vs Montserrat) and ending Tuesday Oct 6 at 3 p.m. (Montserrat vs Turks and Caicos). Volcano & Science: New research on Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills suggests a salty, metal-carrying fluid zone may sit 2–3 kilometres beneath the surface, pointing to how valuable metals could concentrate under an active volcano. Regional Health: PAHO/WHO has appointed Dr. Eva Jané Llopis as its Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, covering work that includes Montserrat and the wider OECS. Sports Officiating: Montserrat is among the ECVA member associations represented as referees RASHEED HUGGINS and Nikita Campbell Cumberbatch complete a national referee certification course. Culture & Economy: Montserrat-born music producer Eddie Prynze Duberry-Allen urges Caribbean governments and artistes to treat music as a serious revenue engine, calling for better training, stronger creative business systems, and smarter intellectual property management.

Local Science & Environment: Scientists report signs of a metal-rich “magmatic brine lens” 2–3 kilometres beneath Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills volcano, suggesting the island’s active system could naturally concentrate valuable metals. Regional Health: PAHO/WHO has named Dr. Eva Jané Llopis as its representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, covering work across OECS states and including Montserrat. Travel & Mobility: A new Henley Passport Index update highlights that Montserrat is among visa-free destinations for South African passport holders, boosting interest in Caribbean travel. Sports & Officiating: A Vincentian duo, Rasheed Huggins and Nikita Campbell Cumberbatch, has been certified as national referees after an Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association course that also involved Montserrat. Culture & Economy: Caribbean music producer Eddie Prynze Duberry-Allen is urging governments and promoters to treat the music sector as a serious revenue engine, calling for better training and stronger systems for creative business.

Volcano Watch: Scientists studying Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills volcano say they’ve found signs of a salty, metal-carrying fluid zone about 2–3 kilometres underground, hinting that the island’s active system could naturally concentrate valuable metals. Regional Health Leadership: PAHO/WHO has named Dr. Eva Jané Llopis as its new Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, covering Barbados, OECS states, Anguilla, British Virgin Islands, and Montserrat, with a focus on stronger, more equitable health systems. Local Sports Officiating: Vincentian referees Rasheed Huggins and Nikita Campbell Cumberbatch have been certified as national referees after an Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association course, with practical sessions held alongside the ECVA senior championships. Caribbean Culture & Money: Music producer Eddie Prynze Duberry-Allen is urging Caribbean artistes and governments to treat culture as an economic engine, pushing for better creative business training and stronger systems for intellectual property and sustainable branding. Travel Access: The Henley Passport Index lists Montserrat among visa-free destinations for South African passport holders, highlighting 17 Caribbean options without needing a traditional visa in advance. Hurricane Update: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic, expected to weaken near the Leeward Islands but still bringing heavy rain and possible impacts across parts of the northern Lesser Antilles.

Volcano & Resources: Scientists studying Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills volcano report signs of a salty, metal-carrying reservoir 2–3 km underground, offering a rare look at how valuable metals may concentrate beneath an active Caribbean volcano. Regional Health Leadership: PAHO/WHO has named Dr. Eva Jané Llopis as its Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, with her remit explicitly including Montserrat and support for stronger, more equitable health systems. Local Sports Officiating: A Vincentian duo, Rasheed Huggins and Nikita Campbell Cumberbatch, has been certified as national referees after an Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Association course, with Montserrat among the participating territories. Caribbean Culture & Money: Music producer Eddie Prynze Duberry-Allen’s “Culture is Currency” calls on Caribbean artistes and governments to professionalize the sector—especially around intellectual property, training, and turning music into sustainable economic growth. Travel Watch: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic and is expected to weaken near the Leeward Islands, but could still bring heavy rain across the northern Lesser Antilles.

Volcano Watch: Scientists studying Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills say there may be a salty, metal-carrying reservoir 2–3 kilometres beneath the surface, hinting that active volcanoes can act like natural “factories” for valuable materials. Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has started as the PAHO/WHO Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, overseeing support for Barbados, OECS states and UK territories including Montserrat. Regional Weather: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic and is expected to weaken near the Leeward Islands, but could still bring heavy rain to parts of the northern Lesser Antilles. Local Sports Officiating: Two Vincentian referees, Rasheed Huggins and Nikita Campbell Cumberbatch, have been certified as national referees after an ECVA course that included practical sessions during the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Championships. Travel Perk for Montserratians: A visa-free travel list from the Henley Passport Index highlights Montserrat among destinations South African passport holders can access without a traditional pre-departure visa.

Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has started as the new PAHO/WHO Representative for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, overseeing technical cooperation for Barbados, OECS states and territories including Montserrat, with a focus on stronger, more equitable health systems. Volcano & Resources: Scientists studying Montserrat’s Soufrière Hills volcano report signs of a salty, metal-carrying underground fluid zone at about 2–3 km depth, offering clues on how valuable metals can concentrate beneath active volcanic systems. Regional Mobility: The Henley Passport Index says South Africans can reach Montserrat and 16 other Caribbean destinations visa-free, highlighting the region’s travel access. Weather Watch: Tropical Storm Dolly has formed in the Atlantic and is expected to weaken near the Leeward Islands, but could still bring heavy rain to parts of the northern Lesser Antilles. Sports Governance: South African football’s SAFA crisis deepened as Vice-President Bennett Bailey called for elections to be delayed and for FIFA/SASCOC to place SAFA under administration.

Local Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has assumed the PAHO/WHO Representative role for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, covering work with governments and health ministries across OECS states plus Anguilla, the British Virgin Islands and Montserrat. National Hospital Naming: Montserrat’s Ministry of Health and Social Services has opened a public consultation (Aug 21–Sep 3) asking residents and the diaspora to suggest a name for the new national hospital, with the committee set to review submissions and announce the final choice. Education Support: Project Aid Alliouagana’s sixth Back-to-School drive delivered backpacks and supplies to 168 students, uniforms to 62, and invested over XCD$27,000, with local partners and volunteers helping make the day happen. Culture & Community: ZJB broadcaster Franklyn “Algie” Greaves is launching “Strat Talk,” a weekly Saturday cultural affairs programme aimed at keeping Montserratians connected and discussing culture and development in a non-political space. Regional Sports Officiating: A Vincentian duo, Rasheed Huggins and Nikita Campbell Cumberbatch, has been certified as national referees after an ECVA course that also included officials from Montserrat.

Local Health Leadership: Dr. Eva Jané Llopis has assumed the PAHO/WHO Representative role for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, covering work across Barbados, OECS states and territories including Montserrat, with a focus on stronger, more equitable health systems. Back-to-School Support: Project Aid Alliouagana’s sixth Back-to-School initiative delivered backpacks and supplies to 168 students, uniforms to 62, and invested over XCD$27,000, with community partners and volunteers helping make the day happen. National Hospital Naming: Montserrat’s Ministry of Health and Social Services has opened a public consultation to help residents and the diaspora choose a name for the new national hospital; submissions run until September 3 and should reflect Montserrat’s identity and resilience. Sports & Community: Vincentian referees Rasheed Huggins and Nikita Campbell Cumberbatch were certified as national referees after an ECVA course, with practical sessions tied to the Eastern Caribbean Volleyball Championships. Culture & Development: Franklyn “Algie” Greaves is launching “Strat Talk” on ZJB Radio Montserrat, a non-political weekly programme spotlighting Montserrat’s culture, heritage and development.