AGP Executive Report

Missing Person Update (Grenada): Search for North Carolina mother Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell continues after she vanished on July 22 while swimming near Grand Anse Beach. Her husband, Cailen Waddell, says after consultations with Grenada authorities and the U.S. Embassy the case is still treated as a missing-person investigation and he believes there was no foul play. New Footage: Family-released surveillance shows her walking near an Airbnb and entering the water, with investigators still working to clarify what happened next. Regional Policing Training: Grenada’s Corporal Joel Williams completed a week-long course at the International Law Enforcement Academy in El Salvador, focused on firearm identification and tracing trafficking routes. Renewables (Carriacou): Grenada commissioned a new solar plant in Limlair, Carriacou, funded by the UAE, to strengthen power supply for Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Justice Education: Grenada hosted an Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court youth symposium to boost young people’s understanding of rights and responsibilities.

Commonwealth Games Spotlight: India’s javelin star Neeraj Chopra began men’s javelin qualification in Glasgow with a 76.28m first throw, with Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem and Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage also in the mix as Chopra aims to reach the medal round after a lower-back injury and a return to form. Missing Person Update (Grenada): Grenada police say the search for North Carolina physical therapist Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell continues after new surveillance footage shows her entering the water near Grand Anse Beach hours before she vanished; her husband Cailen Waddell says, after consultations, he believes there was “no foul play,” while investigators focus on her movements before she entered the sea. Mental Health: Grenada launched a toll-free 988 Suicide Hotline for crisis response, with trained responders and a public awareness push. Citizenship by Investment: PM Dickon Mitchell defended Grenada’s CBI law changes to align with the Eastern Caribbean regulatory framework, with regional oversight coming into effect. Carriacou Culture: Republic Bank reaffirmed support for the Carriacou Regatta Festival (Aug 31–2), highlighting recovery after Hurricane Beryl. Local Sports Development: GFA’s Summer of Soccer Festival is set for Aug 6 at Tanteen, bringing about 1,000 young players together.

Missing American in Grenada: Grenada police say the search for 44-year-old North Carolina physical therapist Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell is now in its seventh day, with the case still treated as a missing person investigation and “no final conclusion” reached. New footage and timeline: Authorities released details from surveillance showing Waddell walking toward a jetty near Grand Anse Beach and entering the water around 11:51 a.m., then swimming beneath a jetty about 13 minutes later—without footage of her returning. International support: Police Commissioner Randy Connaught says the FBI has been contacted to assist, while investigators continue reviewing witnesses and video. Local politics: In St. John, the Democratic People’s Movement is calling for Environment Minister MP Kerryne James to resign over the Woodford environmental crisis tied to Rayneau Construction, alleging approvals were not properly secured and residents face land slippages and road damage. Sports and culture: The GFA will host a GFA Summer of Soccer Festival on Aug. 6, bringing about 1,000 young players together, while regional attention also grows around Commonwealth Games javelin coverage featuring Grenada’s Anderson Peters.

Missing Person Update (Grenada): Grenada police say the search for 44-year-old American tourist Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, missing since July 22, remains active and still treated as a missing person case, with Commissioner Randy Connaught urging anyone with information to come forward. Authorities released a clearer timeline from surveillance: Waddell walked toward a jetty at about 11:36 a.m., entered the water around 11:51 a.m., was later seen swimming under the jetty, but footage does not show her returning to shore; her friend was captured checking around 12:46 p.m. Regional Policy Watch (CBI): Nevis Premier Mark Brantley says Prime Minister Gaston Browne should not face the EU’s Citizenship by Investment ultimatum alone, calling for coordinated OECS and CARICOM positions. Heritage & International Meetings: UNESCO’s World Heritage Committee session in South Korea added 25 new sites, and Türkiye’s Istanbul was selected to host the 2027 committee meeting, with Grenada named among vice-chairs for the next session. Sports (Grenada): Jamara Patterson advanced in the women’s 400m at the Commonwealth Games, qualifying for semifinals after a 52.79 run.

Search for Missing American: Grenada police say the search for 44-year-old North Carolina physical therapist Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, missing since July 22 after going for a swim near Grand Anse Beach, is still active and remains a missing person investigation. Police say CCTV shows her walking toward a jetty near her Airbnb at about 11:36 a.m., entering the water around 11:51 a.m., and swimming beneath the jetty by 12:04 p.m., but she was not seen returning. Officials say they have not reached any final conclusion and that the FBI is assisting, while authorities continue to review footage and receive public help. Education & Skills: The College of Agriculture, Science and Education (CASE) hosted an OECS Skills and Innovation Project study tour, highlighting climate-smart agriculture and plans for Grenada’s Agriculture Centre of Excellence. Heritage Under Threat: Grenada National Trust secured a temporary High Court injunction to pause demolition of the historic Drill Yard on Young Street, calling for a 120-day halt and professional heritage assessment. Regional Appointments: OECS named Aisha Maina as Strategic Advisor for Africa-Caribbean cooperation, effective July 1. Sports: Jamara Patterson advanced to the women’s 400m semifinals at the Commonwealth Games, placing third in her heat.

Search and Rescue: Grenada police and family are continuing the search for 44-year-old American physical therapist Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, last seen on July 22 at Grand Anse Beach in St George after going for a swim; friends say she left her phone behind and her towel was found on the pier, while surveillance footage reportedly shows her in the water before she drifts out of view. Public Appeal: Authorities are asking fishermen, boat operators and residents along the southern coastline to report any sightings or information to South St George’s Police Station or police emergency lines. Regional Health & Tourism: CARPHA and the OECS renewed a partnership to strengthen travellers’ health across OECS member states through December 2030, supporting tourism resilience and public health systems. Climate-Resilient Infrastructure: Canada and UNOPS launched the Caribbean Resilient Infrastructure Implementation and Skills Exchange (RIISE) Facility, initially supporting Grenada, Dominica, Saint Lucia and St Vincent and the Grenadines, with a Barbados-based secretariat coordinating technical support. Environment: Flow Grenada, backed by the Liberty Caribbean Foundation, partnered with the Grenada Green Group to install plastic recycling bins in secondary schools, starting at St John’s Christian Secondary School.

Missing American Tourist Search: Grenada police and family members are continuing the search for Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, 44, of Cary, North Carolina, last seen at Grand Anse Beach on Wednesday, July 22, after going for a swim; her towel was found on a pier and surveillance footage reportedly shows her entering the water before she floats out of view, with authorities asking fishermen, boat operators and residents along the southern coastline to report any sightings. Community Support: Waddell’s husband, Cailen, has traveled to Grenada to help with the search and has made repeated public pleas for information as the case enters its fifth day. Regional Development: OECS has praised Cuba for continued support despite the long-standing U.S. embargo, while a new Canada-funded UNOPS initiative (RIISE) will help Caribbean governments strengthen delivery of resilient, climate-smart infrastructure projects. Local Services: Nawasa says technical problems at the Annandale Water System are causing reduced supply and inconsistent water deliveries to higher-elevation communities, with targeted truck support ongoing.

Search and Rescue: Grenada police and partners are in the fifth day of an urgent search for Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, 44, of Cary, North Carolina, last seen near Grand Anse Beach in St. George’s on July 22 after going for a swim and leaving her towel on the pier. Her husband, Cailen Waddell, says he is traveling to help and has appealed for tips, while authorities have asked fishermen, boat operators and coastal residents along the southern shoreline to report any sightings. Regional Governance: CARICOM has named a five-member panel to lead a Commission of Inquiry into the MV Barima tragedy, with former Belizean Justice of Appeal Godfrey Phillip Smith heading the probe. Cost of Living Relief: Grenada’s government announced VAT-free shopping days and temporary VAT removal on electricity consumption, plus an expanded electricity subsidy, aimed at easing pressure from rising energy costs. Tourism and Institutions: Grenada’s Tourism Authority is facing internal strain as reports say CEO Stacey Liburd has ended a one-year tenure amid concerns over management conduct. Sports: Grenada’s Anderson Peters is among the names linked to the Commonwealth Games javelin spotlight, while regional youth football saw Bermuda’s U15 women beat Grenada 7-0 in the Goombay Cup.

Missing American tourist: Grenada police are searching for 44-year-old Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, last seen on July 22 at Grand Anse Beach in St George’s after going for a swim. Her husband, Cailen Waddell, has posted an urgent plea online and is travelling to help, while authorities ask fishermen, boat operators and residents along the southern coastline to report any sightings. Commission of Inquiry: President Dr Irfaan has named a five-member panel to lead a Commission of Inquiry into the MV Barima tragedy, appointing former Belize Justice of Appeal Godfrey Phillip Smith to head it and maritime safety specialist Captain Hamada Fouda among the members. Sports—Grenada in the spotlight: Javelin star Anderson Peters of Grenada is listed among the top names in the Commonwealth Games field as Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra expects “very tough competition” in Glasgow. Regional economy ties: OECS and Morocco highlighted new trade and investment cooperation during Economic Promotion Week in Morocco, with Grenada among the participating states.

Commonwealth Games Athletics: Neeraj Chopra headlines India’s athletics push in Glasgow, returning after a lower-back injury and facing Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem in a marquee men’s javelin showdown. India is aiming to beat its 2022 athletics medal haul, with hopes also in long jump, high jump, triple jump, and distance events. Grenada Missing Person: Grenadian police are asking for help locating Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, a 44-year-old U.S. citizen who vanished while visiting Grand Anse Beach on July 22; her husband in North Carolina says he wants her “safe return” and authorities are appealing to fishermen and coastal residents for any sightings. Regional Governance: A Caribbean Court of Justice call argues the CCJ must actively reach out to citizens to prove its usefulness and independence as CARICOM faces institutional tensions. Tourism & Economy: OECS and Morocco highlight new trade and investment cooperation, with Grenada among participating states. Sports (Regional): Bermuda’s U15 women’s team beat Grenada 7-0 in the Goombay Cup, while other regional football and club-shield results continue to roll in.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada’s NDC government says it’s moving to ease electricity and grocery pressure with two VAT-free shopping days each month (Aug–Oct), temporary VAT removal on electricity (Aug–Dec), and a bigger electricity subsidy—raising it from EC$10 to EC$50 and widening eligibility up to 200 kWh. Tourism Leadership Shake-up: The Grenada Tourism Authority is reportedly parting ways with CEO Stacey Liburd after just one year, amid internal concerns about management conduct. Courts—Court of Appeal Challenge: Former AG Jimmy Bristol, KC, scores a major win after a High Court ruling found Court of Appeal Justice Eddy Ventose’s appointment unconstitutional, creating a vacancy. Regional Economy: OECS and Morocco highlight trade and investment cooperation during Economic Promotion Week, with Grenada among participating states. Sports—Goombay Cup: Bermuda’s U15 women beat Grenada 7-0, while Bermuda’s U15 girls drew the U.S. Virgin Islands 2-2. Public Safety—Missing Person: Police are seeking help to locate Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, last seen at Grand Anse Beach on July 22.

Cost-of-Living Relief: Grenada’s government rolled out an EC$18 million Cost of Living Assistance Programme, including full VAT removal on electricity from August through December 2026, expanded electricity support, VAT-free shopping days, and continued fuel price caps, while keeping gasoline, diesel, kerosene and LPG price ceilings through December. Tourism Leadership Change: Grenada Tourism Authority CEO Stacey Liburd concluded her tenure effective July 22, 2026, after leading destination marketing and stakeholder engagement for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Regional Trade Talks: OECS and Morocco met in Morocco to explore new trade, investment and economic cooperation opportunities, with Grenada among the participating OECS member states. Caribbean Safety & Training: Caribbean shelter practitioners began an EU-funded “Advanced Emergency Shelter Training of Trainers” in Barbados, with Grenada among the countries represented, aimed at improving disaster response and protecting dignity and safety. Missing Person Alert (Grenada): Police are searching for Elizabeth “Liz” Waddell, last seen July 22 at Grande Anse Beach, and are asking fishermen and boat operators to help. Maritime Mystery: A ghost fishing boat found near Trinidad’s south-west coast is drawing more attention as new clues point toward West Africa as its origin.

Grenada Cost-of-Living Relief: The Grenada government rolled out an EC$18 million Cost of Living Assistance Programme, including full VAT removal on electricity bills from August through December 2026, expanded electricity subsidy support, VAT-free shopping days, and continued fuel price caps, with Finance Minister Dennis Cornwall saying it targets imported inflation and is set to reach more than 38,000 households. Tourism Leadership Change: The Grenada Tourism Authority confirmed that CEO Stacey Liburd has completed her tenure effective July 22, 2026, as the authority continues destination marketing for Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. Regional Youth & Sports: CARIFTA 2027 is headed to Guyana and CARIFTA 2028 to Barbados, while Grenada is set to be represented in the Bahamas-based inaugural U15 Girls Goombay Cup—an event that also includes Bermuda, Turks and Caicos, Cayman Islands and US Virgin Islands. Training Academy Shutdown: In a separate development, the Mississippi Department of Public Safety shut down the Grenada Law Enforcement Training Academy, pausing its authority to run part-time officer training pending a review.

Cost-of-Living Relief in Grenada: The Government says it will spend about EC$18 million to cushion households and businesses from imported inflation, including full VAT removal on electricity from 1 August–31 December 2026, expanded electricity support, VAT-free shopping days (under an EC$18M relief package), and fuel price caps while gasoline, diesel, kerosene and LPG price ceilings stay in place through December. Political Response: The Democratic People’s Movement welcomed the help but warned it won’t solve the bigger problem once relief ends and bills keep coming. Tourism Leadership Change: The Grenada Tourism Authority confirmed Stacey Liburd has ended her CEO tenure effective 22 July 2026. Disaster Preparedness Training: Caribbean shelter experts began a three-day Advanced Emergency Shelter Training of Trainers in Barbados, with Grenada among participating countries. Youth Football: Grenada is set to face Bermuda in the U15 Girls Goombay Cup in the Bahamas, starting Friday. Regional Sports Spotlight: CARICOM leaders also confirmed Guyana hosts CARIFTA 2027 and Barbados hosts 2028.

Cost-of-Living Relief: Grenada’s government says it’s rolling out an EC$18 million package to cushion households and businesses from imported food and energy inflation, including keeping fuel price ceilings through December 2026 and removing VAT on electricity for all consumer categories from August to December 2026. EU-CaN Food Security Project: Regional “Cultivating Futures” facilitators in Grenada, St Vincent and the Grenadines, St Lucia and Dominica were briefed on their role in EU-funded school gardens and nutrition education under the EU Caribbean Fund for Nutrition (EU-CaN). Regional Policy Pressure on CBI: The EU has asked five Eastern Caribbean states, including Grenada, to phase out Citizenship by Investment by June 1, 2028 or risk Schengen visa-free suspension—sparking debate over the region’s next steps. Transport Safety Upgrade: Works are set to begin Monday, July 27, on a signalised, safer Girven Road pedestrian crossing in St George’s, with a six-week schedule and temporary traffic management. Youth Football: Grenada is among six teams set to compete in the Bahamas Football Association’s inaugural U15 Girls Goombay Cup, running July 24–26 in Nassau.

Cost of Living Relief: Grenada’s government announced a targeted EC$18 million assistance programme to cushion households and businesses from imported food and energy price shocks, including VAT relief on electricity (Aug–Dec 2026) and continued fuel price ceilings through December. Road Safety Upgrade: Works begin Monday, 27 July at the Girven Road pedestrian crossing (Hawea St to Grenada St), converting it to a signalised crossing with safer paths and cycle ramps; construction runs about six weeks with traffic management. Solar Power Tool for Grenada: IRENA’s free SolarCity Simulator has been extended to three areas in Grenada, letting residents and institutions model rooftop solar options and estimate generation and financial performance. Regional Skills Push: CARICOM’s digitalisation of TVET delivery project says four pilot countries integrated solutions into their own platforms, aiming for a sustainable, country-owned model. Cuba Solidarity Row: The DPM urged Grenada and other Caribbean governments to offer “unwavering support” to Cuba amid US pressure, noting Grenada abstained on a UN motion. Sports Spotlight: Grenada is set to compete at the Goombay Cup U-15 girls tournament in The Bahamas, while regional Commonwealth Games coverage continues as Glasgow hosts with a reduced 10-sport programme.