Four-Year-Old Boy Suspected Drowning
BASSETERRE: the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force is investigating a suspected drowning that occurred on Mother’s Day.Police say the victim was a 4-year-old boy.Reports indicate the incident happened between 12:00 p.m. and 12:30 p.m. in Boyd’s.Authorities say the property was closed at th
St. Kitts & Nevis Top 10 Safest Islands
BASSETERRE: St. Kitts-Nevis has been ranked among the top 10 safest islands in the Caribbean in a recent regional travel and safety feature.The Federation was listed fifth on the top 10 ranking which described St. Kitts-Nevis as having safe communities and a relaxed island lifestyle.The list also in
Government Launches Digital Insurance Card For Public Servants And Retirees
Basseterre (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has officially launched the new National Caribbean Insurance (NCI) WellCare Digital Insurance Card system, a major step forward in improving healthcare access and benefits for thousands of public servants, retirees, and eligible dependents.
IMF: SKN Tourism Exceeds Pre-Pandemic Levels
BASSETERRE (PMO) — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reported that stay-over arrivals to St. Kitts and Nevis have now exceeded pre-pandemic levels, underscoring renewed international confidence in the Federation’s tourism industry and broader economic outlook.In its 2026 Article IV Staff Rep
Senator Phillip Tables National Disability Policy
BASSETERRE (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis continues to advance efforts to expand opportunities for persons living with disabilities, fostering a society rooted in equity and inclusion for every citizen and resident. In a major milestone, the first National Disability Policy was lai
SKN to Establish High Commission in Singapore
BASSETERRE (SKNIS): Saint Kitts and Nevis is expected to expand its diplomatic influence in Southeast Asia with the establishment of a High Commission in Singapore. Last Wednesday on InFocus, Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, announced that the
SKNDF Cadet Serves as Sergeant-at-Arms
BASSETERRE — Cadet Huggins E of the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force Cadet Corps served as Sergeant-at-Arms during the St. Kitts National Youth Parliament Association sitting held last Thursday.In the role, rooted in the Westminster parliamentary tradition, Huggins was responsible for maintaining order
SKN Condemns Drone Attacks on UAE
BASSETERRE — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis on Friday condemned recent dangerous attacks using drones and missiles on the United Arab Emirates, describing the assaults as violations of international law. The government expressed solidarity with the UAE and all others negatively affected by
Electric School Bus Training Program Begins
BASSETERRE — The Ministry of Education has launched a comprehensive training program for school bus drivers ahead of the introduction of two electric school buses donated by the government of Taiwan, officials announced this week.The initiative forms part of wider efforts to modernize student transp
SKN Government Monitoring Hantavirus Situation
BASSETERRE — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is actively monitoring reports related to Hantavirus following recent public concerns about the virus.The Ministry of Health and its technical departments are independently conducting thorough investigations and assessments to determine the scope,
IMF Sees Improvements in SKN Financial Sector
BASSETERRE (PMO) — The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recognized notable improvements within the financial sector of St. Kitts and Nevis, citing stronger capital positions, declining non-performing loans and continued robust credit growth within the banking system, as the Government continues
Citizenship Programme Named “Programme of the Year”
(SKNIS) At the Caribbean Investment Summit held in Saint Lucia this week, St. Kitts and Nevis walked away with the evening’s most coveted prize. The federation’s Citizenship Programme was named Programme of the Year, the summit’s highest honour, along with three further awards recognising its effici