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Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 29, 2026 (SKNIS): 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 the ELEVATE office, underscores the Federation’s continued commitment to second chances, inclusive education, and national transformation. Delivering remarks at the ceremony, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, the Honourable Geoffrey Hanley, described the initiative as a defining moment in the nation’s educational journey. “This is historic because Elevate is more…

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, participated in a meeting of Wesleyan Holiness Church pastors on the sister island. The session brought together eighteen pastors from St. Kitts and Nevis as part of their regular biannual gathering. Ms. Carey attended at the invitation of Reverend Ron Daniel, District Superintendent of the Wesleyan Holiness Church. The session provided an opportunity to share information on the work of the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, Wednesday, April 29, 2026: The Ministry of Education (MOE) has takena significant step toward sustainable transportation with the addition of two electric buses,donated by the government of the Republic of China (Taiwan). This marks the first time thatelectric buses have been introduced into the Ministry’s transportation fleet.The donation represents a growing partnership between St. Kitts and Nevis and Taiwan,particularly in the areas of education, environmental sustainability, and technologicaladvancement. The new e-buses are expected to support student transportation while reducing thecountry’s carbon footprint. In addition, the area designated for the charging station for the e-buses is currently beingupgraded…

United Nations, New York (28th April 2026) — Saint Kitts and Nevis played a leading role in advancing the operationalization of the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Financing for Development Forum, held during the 2026 Financing for Development Week from 20–24 April. The delegation comprised Mr. Carlton Pogson, Financial Secretary of Saint Kitts and Nevis, and H.E. Dr. Mutryce Williams, Saint Kitts and Nevis’ Permanent Representative to the United Nations, along with the Mission’s team, who provided technical and diplomatic support throughout the engagement. A central feature of Saint Kitts and Nevis’…

(MOA) Basseterre, St. Kitts – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resourceshas received a generous donation from the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) in St.Kitts and Nevis in support of the 31st Agriculture Open Day & Marine Expo 2026.The contribution, made in the form of official event shirts, will assist with the successfulhosting and promotion of one of the Federation’s premier national agricultural events.The donation underscores the strong and enduring diplomatic relationship between St. Kittsand Nevis and the Republic of China (Taiwan), as well as the Embassy’s continuedcommitment to supporting initiatives that advance agriculture, food security and…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 28, 2026 (SKNIS): The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. Notice has been given. Two Bills will receive their first reading. The government’s good governance legislative agenda continues as it commits itself to transparency, accountability and the Rule of Law. The Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Social Security, Dr. Terrance Drew, will seek leave to introduce and have read a first time…

New York, (26th April, 2026) — On the 21st April, 2026, His Excellency, the Consul General of the Republic of Serbia, Mr. Vladimir Božović, welcomed the Deputy Consul General of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Mr. Kressell Daniel, at the Consulate General of the Republic of Serbia in New York. During the meeting, the two sides engaged in a cordial and constructive exchange on matters of mutual interest at both the bilateral and international levels. They explored opportunities to further enhance cooperation, particularly in the areas of development and education, while also acknowledging the significance of cultural exchange as a foundation…

Taipei, Republic of China (Taiwan), (26th April, 2026) (Embassy of SaintChristopher and Nevis) — On the 20 th April, 2026, Saint Kitts and Nevis nationalsstudying in Taiwan and friends from other CARICOM and African countries receivedcertificates of completion after a morning workshop on finance and budgeting.The “Where Did My Money Go?” Budgeting Workshop 2026, held on Saturday April 18,was organised by the Embassy of Saint Christopher (Saint Kitts) and Nevis to theRepublic of China (Taiwan) in partnership with KGC Inc. of Kivision Group to assistyoung people with managing their finances as they study in Taiwan. The workshop was facilitated by…

(MOA) Basseterre, St. Kitts – The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resourceshas officially unveiled the theme for the 31st edition of Agriculture Open Day & MarineExpo 2026: “Cultivating Our Future With Innovative Technology On Land & at Sea.”The theme reflects the Ministry’s continued commitment to advancing and modernising theagriculture, fisheries and marine sectors through innovation, technology and sustainablepractices. As the Federation prepares for the 31st staging of one of its most anticipated national events,the theme underscores the growing importance of technology in increasing productivity,improving efficiency and strengthening resilience across both land-based and marine industries.The 2026 event will place significant…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, April 24, 2026 (SKNIS): The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis has officially assumed the Presidency of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the Escazú Agreement during its Fourth Meeting (COP4), held in The Bahamas from April 21-24, 2026. This milestone marks a significant moment for Saint Kitts and Nevis, as it takes on a leadership role in advancing environmental democracy across Latin America and the Caribbean. The Escazú Agreement, the region’s first legally binding treaty on environmental matters, seeks to guarantee access to environmental information, public participation in decision-making, and justice in environmental…