Framework to Drive Future National Development
BASSETERRE: The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is advancing a bold and people-centred vision for the future through its National Development Planning Framework (2023–2037), a long-term strategy designed to guide the country’s growth, resilience, and prosperity over the next 15 years.Speaking du
Support Builds for SKN Sovereign Wealth Fund
BASSETERRE: Senator, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, has given her full endorsement to the Saint Kitts and Nevis Sovereign Wealth and Resilient Fund Bill, 2026, which was successfully passed in the National Assembly, describing the legislation as a transformative step toward safeguarding the nation’
Landmark Law: SKN Recognizes Rastafarian Faith
BASSETERRE – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has been hailed for taking historic and transformative steps to recognize the Rastafarian faith within the legal framework of the Federation, becoming the first country in the Caribbean to do so.Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew made the declara
Global Banking Risks Block Full Cannabis Legalization
BASSETERRE — Attorney General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, Hon. Garth Wilkin, has provided a detailed explanation of the Government’s position on cannabis legislation, outlining why full legalization is not currently feasible for St. Kitts and Nevis due to significant international fin
Consumers Urged to Clear $28M Water Arrears
BASSETERRE: Consumers in Saint Kitts are urged to support the government’s major investment to enhance and expand the water infrastructure by reducing the massive $28 million owed to the Water Services Department in arrears.The startling figure was shared by the Honourable Konris Maynard, Minister w
Prime Minister Drew Calls for Responsible Cannabis Introduction
BASSETERRE – Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, has reaffirmed the Government’s careful and measured approach to cannabis reform, emphasizing that any integration of cannabis into society must be done responsibly to safeguard the nation’s economy, public health, and socia
Hanley Reaffirms Commitment To Deliver Basseterre High School
BASSETERRE: Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to delivering the long-awaited Basseterre High School, emphasising that the nation’s students deserve a modern, fully equipped learning environment.S
Government Backs South Friars Businesses with Legal Options
BASSETERRE — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to supporting business owners at South Friars, emphasizing that no citizen will be abandoned as development continue in the area.During the Cabinet-wide press conference held on March 30, Prime Minister Hon
Drew Stresses Urgency of Staying Competitive Globally
BASSETERRE — Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to proactive leadership, emphasizing that the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is deliberately positioning the Federation to stay ahead in an increasingly complex and competitive global environme
SKN Donates US$100K to Cuba Relief Effort
BASSETERRE — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has fulfilled its commitment to regional solidarity by pledging and forwarding an initial US$100,000 to support the collective US$500,000 CARICOM humanitarian initiative for the Republic of Cuba—representing its first installment of regional assis
ECCB Launches ‘Big Push’ Five-Year Strategic Plan
BASSETERRE — The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) officially set a bold course for the region’s future following the successful launch of its 2026-2031 Strategic Plan on March 31. The event, held under the theme “The Big Push: Collective Action for Shared Prosperity in the ECCU,” unveiled a fiv
Panama Ambassador Presents Credentials to Government
BASSETERRE: Her Excellency Xiomara Perez, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Panama, formally presented her credentials to Governor-General Dame Marcella Liburd at Government House on Tuesday, marking a significant step in strengthening diplomatic ties between Saint Kitt