Caribbean News Update

January 28th: PEPFAR funding has been frozen after President Trump’s executive order, impacting countries like Haiti, Jamaica, and the Dominican Republic. Belize’s Maya Train project is set to boost tourism and create jobs, while the country also earns praise for its efforts in tackling financial crimes. U.S. territories are seeing a rise in ICE activity following Trump’s immigration orders, and Guyana’s exports have skyrocketed by over 280%. Plus, Vybz Kartel’s generous donation to a Jamaican school and the West Indies U19 Women’s cricket team’s dominant victory over Bangladesh highlight the region’s strong cultural and sporting moments.

January 27th 2025: Haiti’s Multinational Security Support mission led by Kenya is protecting schools in Port-au-Prince from gang violence, as the UN warns of a national security collapse without urgent global aid. CARICOM is urged to prepare for a deportation wave following U.S. immigration orders, while Barbuda plans to sell land for EC$1 to empower locals amid luxury development. St. Vincent reports record-breaking tourism growth, and the West Indies eye a Test cricket win in Pakistan. Jamaica shines at the World Athletics Indoor Tour, and Saba’s tiger shark research makes its Shark Week debut.

Today’s Caribbean News Update for January 24th: Grenada strengthens ties with China through millions in financial aid following the signing of 13 agreements. Guyana’s Vice President confirms the country will accept nationals deported from the U.S. under revised policies. The U.S. Coast Guard ramps up operations in Caribbean waters to address migration from Haiti and Cuba. Brazil deepens relations with Antigua and Barbuda in diplomatic meetings. Anguilla announces free healthcare for all children under five. Spirit Airlines resumes flights to Haiti after safety concerns. Turks and Caicos expands visibility with Google Street View. Antigua and Barbuda’s Stuti Kashyap climbs table tennis rankings. Jamaica edges closer to victory in the Sunshine Series. Trinidad and Tobago hosts the world’s largest floating bookstore, Logos II. Scotia Bank debuts eco-friendly ATM cards, and Jamaican students enjoy cultural lessons in Barbado

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Episode Summary - January 23rd

In this episode, we cover: The Bahamas urging the U.S. to rejoin the WHO amid concerns for global health funding; Turks and Caicos ramping up security after a double homicide; Curaçao’s new audit chair facing scrutiny over alleged ties to online gambling; Jamaica and Brazil strengthening diplomatic ties; a smishing scam targeting CIBC clients in The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos; St. Vincent Brewery joining forces with Coca-Cola; property damage linked to SpaceX debris in Turks and Caicos; Bermuda’s airline expansion; and that viral "snow" video from Jamaica! Tune in for the full breakdown!

This is the Caribbean News Update from The Breadfruit News, bringing you the biggest stories from across the region with a solutions-focused approach.

Caribbean nations are bracing for the impact of President Donald Trump’s immigration policies, including his plans to end birthright citizenship and declare a national emergency at the U.S. southern border. Jamaica has already started preparing for deportations of undocumented nationals, as fears grow over how these policies will affect the region. Meanwhile, legal groups in the U.S., such as the American Civil Liberties Union and National Immigration Law Center, are planning to challenge the changes in court.

In other regional news, Haiti has ended a nationwide teachers' strike, the University of Guyana celebrates its first-ever institutional accreditation, and Trinidad opens a new Tech Lab to boost innovation.

In today's Caribbean news roundup, Panama rejects U.S. President Trump's claim that the U.S. will "take back" the Panama Canal, with President Mulino reaffirming Panama's sovereignty. Meanwhile, Trump reinstates Cuba's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism, sparking criticism from Cuban President Díaz-Canel, while concerns over cryptocurrency scams in Cuba rise after $30M in meme coins were promoted by a hacked government account. Haiti's security situation remains tense as an armed gang targets a U.S. Embassy van, while international forces work to restore order. Other headlines include discussions on Grenada’s Citizenship by Investment program, CARICOM's election observation mission in Trinidad, and advancements in healthcare with the Caribbean Prostate Cancer Genetic Study in Saint Lucia. Additionally, military exercises in Curaçao, a major waterbird census, and Caribbean sports updates highlight the region’s dynamic activities.

News from January 20th 2025 covering the entire Caribbean region. The Breadfruit News brings you stories with a solutions focus with positive and uplifting themes throughout. Today's tp stories include budget announcements across the Caribean, new troop depolyments to address instability in Haiti and a posthumous pardon for the legendary Jamaican her Marcus Garvey.

January 17th News Roundup: Cuba begins releasing prisoners in a historic deal brokered by the Vatican, as the U.S. prepares to remove the country from its terrorism list. The BVI announces a new Residency by Investment programme to boost economic growth, while Montserrat works to renew its healthcare partnership with Guadeloupe for better medical services. In sports, Jamaica’s Sunshine Girls gear up to face South Africa in the Margaret Beckford Series, and Saint Lucia’s sprinting sensation Julien Alfred is set to compete in the 2025 Diamond League. Plus, Elon Musk’s Starship rocket lights up Caribbean skies with fiery space debris in its latest test flight.

Caribbean News Updates by The Breadfruit News delivers timely and comprehensive news from across the Caribbean region. From breaking headlines to cultural highlights, sports achievements, and political developments, we keep you informed about the stories shaping the islands and beyond. Whether you're at home or abroad, tune in for your weekly dose of reliable and engaging coverage tailored to the Caribbean community. Stay connected with the heart of the Caribbean—one update at a time!

News headlines from the Caribbean from January 15th 2025 brought to you by The Breadfruit News. In Trinidad and Tobago, the State of Emergency has been extended to combat heightened crime, despite opposition criticism. Haiti faces a displacement crisis with over a million displaced, prompting calls for global humanitarian support. The Biden administration plans to lift Cuba’s designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism as part of a political prisoner release deal. Guyana has condemned Venezuela’s plans for Essequibo governance as a violation of international agreements. Grenada and China strengthen ties with 13 cooperation agreements. Antigua and Barbuda explore aviation deals with Qatar, while Bermuda addresses a cybersecurity breach in its education system. In sports, Caribbean athletes shine globally, and cultural icons like Machel Montano continue to make waves.