Soca artistes look ahead to Carnival 2026 amid SoE uncertainty

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January 1, 2026

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Soca artistes look ahead to Carnival 2026 amid SoE uncertainty

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Gyasi Merrique

Trinidad and Tobago ushered in the New Year under a cloud of uncertainty yesterday, as the government’s November 2 decision to extend the State of Emergency (SoE) for an additional three months cast a shadow over the upcoming Carnival season.

Despite lingering tensions and questions over national security, the mood at the year’s first official fête – Day One, hosted by Illusions Mas at Hotel Normandie, St Ann’s – was one of unabashed celebration.

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