Landfill Fire Spreads to Tire Storage
BASSETERRE — The Solid Waste Management Corporation is battling a major fire at the island’s landfill facility that has spread from a construction debris cell to an adjacent tire storage area, raising concerns about air quality across the island.The fire, which began in the Construction and Demoliti
NEMA Urges Preparedness Amid Drought And Hurricane Season
Basseterre, (SKNIS): The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is urging all residents, businesses, and institutions across Saint Kitts and Nevis to remain vigilant and prepared as the country faces ongoing drought conditions while simultaneously experiencing the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Met Services Warn Prolonged Drought Despite Rainy Season
Basseterre (SKNIS): Residents and stakeholders across Saint Kitts and Nevis are being urged to prepare for the possibility of prolonged drought conditions that could persist throughout the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, despite the period traditionally being associated with increased rainfall.Senio
Nation Honours Cultural Icon King Ellie Matt
BASSETERRE: An official funeral was held Thursday for cultural icon, Elston “King Ellie Matt” Nero, as mourners gathered to honour one of the most influential figures in the history of St. Kitts and Nevis’ music.The ceremony recognised the extraordinary contributions of the late calypsonian, band le
DNA Evidence Law Modernised With Fair Trial Protections
Basseterre, (SKNIS): Saint Kitts and Nevis has advanced a significant reform of the justice system with the introduction of the Evidence (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which modernises the legal framework governing DNA evidence while strengthening safeguards to protect fairness, privacy, and due process.Pr
SKN Passes Banking Act Amendments Boosting Consumer Protection
Basseterre, (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has taken another significant step toward strengthening consumer protection and improving the banking experience for citizens with the passage of the Banking (Amendment) Bill, 2026, introduced by Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the
PM Drew Urges Urgent Climate Action Amid Drought
Basseterre, (PMO) – Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, who also as responsibility for the National Emergency Management Authority (NEMA), Hon Dr. Terrance Drew, has underscored the urgent need for decisive climate action as St Kitts and Nevis confronts one of the most severe droughts in recent h
Cayon Spooners Ginnery Gets Environment Month Facelift
BASSETERRE: The Spooner’s Cotton Ginnery in Cayon has received a facelift as part of activities marking environment month. The historic site, which once played a role in the Federation’s former cotton industry, was the focus of a cleanup exercise led by the Ministry of Environment’s Parks and Beache
Nation Honors King Ellie Matt at State Funeral
BASSETERRE — St. Kitts and Nevis today bids farewell to one of its greatest cultural icons, Elston “King Ellie Matt” Nero, as the nation gathers at Newtown Playing Field for an Official Funeral befitting a man whose music shaped generations. The beloved maestro, who passed away on April 26 at age 73
PM Drew Declares Small Nation Not Weak On Anniversary
BASSETERRE (PMO): Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, on Wednesday called on citizens to reflect on the courage, resilience and determination that preserved the Federation’s democracy during the events of June 10, 1967, as the nation commemorated the 59th an
PM Drew Salutes Defence Force Uniform Debut
BASSETERRE — The Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship officially launched the second cohort of the Building Bankable Businesses Financial Literacy Program on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, continuing its commitment to strengthening entrepreneurship and improving financial literacy among small bus
Missing Hiker Died From Significant Fall
BASSETERRE – A visiting cruise crew member who went missing died in a tragic fall from Mt Liamuiga while hiking on the island, authorities confirmed Wednesday. The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force said Ziyuan Wang, who was reported missing on May 27, fell from a significant height in a r