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
Consul General Highlights Economic Opportunities in Canada
BASSETERRE — The Consul General of Saint Kitts and Nevis, John Allen, participated in a multilateral business seminar in Toronto this week, showcasing investment opportunities and promoting international trade partnerships. Allen expressed appreciation to the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office (TEC
Fire Service Marks International Firefighters Day
BASSETERRE — The St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Service capped a week of activities Thursday with an open day at Independence Square, marking International Firefighters Day with community outreach, public engagement, and a showcase of the service’s capabilities.Acting Fire Chief, Mr. Rommel Wil
Youth Parliamentarians Debate Reparatory Justice
BASSETERRE — Young parliamentarians in St. Kitts and Nevis gathered Thursday for a special parliamentary sitting focused on reparatory justice, showcasing the Federation’s emerging generation of civic leaders.Members of the St. Kitts National Youth Parliament Association convened under the theme “A
Health Officials: No Cases of Hantaviruses in SKN
BASSETERRE — Health officials in St. Kitts and Nevis are assuring the public that there are no reported or suspected cases of hantaviruses in the Federation and that the current public health risk remains low, following international reports of an outbreak linked to the expedition cruise vessel MV H
OECS to Handover Royal Basseterre Valley Arboretum
BASSETERRE: The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is set to receive the Royal Basseterre Valley Arboretum from the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) under the EU-funded Integrated Landscape Management (ILM) Project on May 12, 2026.Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Cl
SKN Recognized for Advancing Women in Diplomacy
New York – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is proud to announce that the Federation has been identified among only 40 of the 193 Member States of the United Nations to have a female-led Permanent Mission. This places Saint Kitts and Nevis within approximately 20.7% of UN Member States with w
Elevate Centre Certified as CSEC Exam Centre
BASSETERRE: The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis today, April 29, 2026, marked a significant milestone in education and youth development with the official dedication of the ELEVATE Centre as a Certified CSEC (Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate) Examination Centre. The ceremony, held at th
Human Security Secretariat Deepens Community Ties in Nevis
BASSETERRE: The National Secretariat for Human Security and Wellbeing has continued its community outreach with a recent meeting in Nevis, strengthening partnerships with faith-based leaders across the Federation.On Saturday, 25th April, 2026, Coordinator of the Secretariat, Ms. Eartha Carey, partic
Drew Honors Movement at Labour Day Celebration
BASSETERRE — Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew reaffirmed the central role of the Labour movement in the nation’s development on Monday, delivering a passionate tribute at the Labour Day celebration that drew on nearly a century of workers’ struggle and sacrifice.Speaking at the event, Dr. D
Human Security Secretariat Engages Nevis Island Administration
BASSETERRE – The National Secretariat for Human Security and Wellbeing has continued its programme of national engagements with a high-level meeting held on Nevis on 26th April, 2026, reinforcing collaboration between the Federal Government and the Nevis Island Administration.The St. Kitts delegatio
Farmer Relocations Progress Despite Stubborn Holdouts
BASSETERRE — The Government says it is making significant progress in relocating farmers from agricultural lands slated for development, though two holdout farmers in the Cayon and Lodge areas continue to block access for more than 400 land owners awaiting their allocated plots.Minister of Sustainab