Official Funeral Set For Cultural Icon King Ellie Matt
BASSETERRE, (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has announced that Mr. Elston ‘King Ellie Matt’ Nero, MH, CSM, will be accorded an Official Funeral, a fitting national tribute for a man who dedicated his life to his country. The announcement confirms that the beloved “Maestro” will be l
St. Kitts-Nevis Under Drought Warning Amid Low Rainfall
Basseterre, (SKNIS): Senior Meteorological Officer Elmo Burke, is urging residents, businesses, and water-dependent sectors across Saint Kitts and Nevis to begin implementing water conservation measures as the Federation faces the likelihood of below-normal rainfall over the coming months.According
CBI Reforms Earn St. Kitts Program of Year
BASSETERRE — St. Kitts and Nevis has been named Program of the Year at the CIU 2026 awards, capping a four-award haul that top officials say validates a sweeping overhaul of the federation’s citizenship by investment program.His Excellency Calvin St. Juste, Executive Chairman of the Board of Governo
SKN Crime Prevention Strategy Gains Regional Attention
Basseterre, (PMO): Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, highlighted the growing regional recognition of St. Kitts and Nevis’ preventative approach to crime reduction, as he addressed the official launch of the CARICOM–UNDP Diagnostic Document and CARICOM–UN A
Government Recommissions New Horizon Rehabilitation Centre
Basseterre, (SKNIS): Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Social Development, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to rehabilitation, restoration, and second chances for the nation’s youth, following the recommissioning of the New Horizon Rehabilitation Cen
Drew: Political Will Is Essential to Transforming Crime Prevention Across the Caribbean
Basseterre, (PMO): Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis and Chairman of CARICOM, the Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, stressed that meaningful and lasting progress in addressing crime and violence across the Caribbean cannot be achieved without decisive leadership and political commitment.Delivering remarks
St. Kitts Music Festival Makes Two Additions to Powerhouse Roster
BASSETERRE — As momentum continues to build for what is already being called one of the most iconic Caribbean summer music festivals for 2026, The St. Kitts Music Festival Committee is proud to announce two additions that further elevate an already extraordinary lineup to a new level.Joining the thr
CARICOM Launches Regional Crime Violence Prevention Framework
BASSETERRE — Caribbean leaders and development partners will gather at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort this week to launch a groundbreaking regional framework aimed at tackling crime, violence, and resilience across the Caribbean. The launch of the CARICOM-UNDP Diagnostic Document and Action Framework
SKN Health Ministry Monitors Ebola Outbreak
BASSETERRE — The Ministry of Health is actively monitoring an Ebola virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda, which has been declared a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) on May 17, 2026. The Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) has assessed
Devin Richardson Charged With Perverting Justice
Media Summary from the office the DPPThe High Court of Justice of St. Christopher and Nevis has convicted Devin Richardson on three counts of attempting to pervert the course of justice, following a detailed judgment delivered by Mr. Justice Patrick Thompson Jr on 12 May 2026.The case arose from M
National Bank Announces New Era With CORE Upgrade
BASSETERRE: The St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank (SKNANB) is pleased to announce that it is currently upgrading its Core Banking Systems, marking a major step forward in delivering a faster, more secure, and digitally advanced banking experience for customers across its network.This upgrade re
Government Hosts EID Sensitisation Sessions For Seniors
BASSETERRE (SKNIS): Seniors across Saint Kitts are among the first stakeholder groups to be sensitised to the government’s new digital identity authentication project, which includes the rollout of an electronic identification (eID) card.The public engagements began at the Earle Clarke Community Cen