ST GEORGE’S, Grenada, CMC – For the second time within the area of three years, the Spice Isle is about to host the 2026 CARIFTA Video games. The information was introduced by Grenada’s Minister of Youth, Sports activities, and Tradition, Delma Thomas, on Thursday.
Nevertheless, Grenada is awaiting the federal government’s approval to host the distinguished occasion, which is scheduled to happen from April 4 to six on the Kirani James Athletic Stadium.
It could be the fourth event the Video games can be held in Grenada, having beforehand been held there in 2000, 2016, and 2024. In a social media publish, Thomas stated it was an honor to be internet hosting the Video games as soon as once more.
“I’m happy to formally announce that Grenada will host the CARIFTA Video games in 2026, bringing the area’s premier athletics championship again to our shores virtually back-to-back, following our profitable internet hosting in 2024.
“It is a proud second for our nation as we as soon as once more take middle stage in showcasing the Caribbean’s greatest, younger, athletic expertise,” Thomas stated. “Internet hosting CARIFTA 2026 reaffirms Grenada’s dedication to youth growth, sports activities excellence, and regional unity.
“The federal government of Grenada, by the Ministry of Youth and Sports activities, will work carefully with the GAA and all related stakeholders to make sure the occasion is delivered on the highest normal,” she additional added.
Grenada was favored to host the Video games after Guyana introduced they now not had an curiosity in internet hosting the three-day occasion.
