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Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 09, 2025 (SKNIS): A new fleet of ambulances is on the way to St. Kitts and Nevis as the government continues to take extraordinary measures to improve healthcare. The five emergency medical transport vehicles are expected to arrive in the Federation in February 2025, according to the Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew. While speaking at the January 07th edition of the Roundtable, Dr. Drew emphasised that the significant investment made to acquire the fleet of ambulances is entirely justified. This view sharply contrasts with the stance taken by the previous minister of health…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 09, 2025 (SKNIS): Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has hailed the significant reduction in homicides over the past four months as a testament to the resilience of the people and the effectiveness of the government’s crime prevention strategies. Addressing recent false narratives on the January 07 edition of the RoundTable, the prime minister called on citizens and stakeholders to celebrate the progress rather than spreading misinformation that undermines the nation’s achievements. “For the last four months, we have seen a dramatic decline in shootings and killings – over a 70 percent reduction compared to previous…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 09, 2025 (SKNIS): The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is set to launch its groundbreaking Cyber Security Training Programme on Tuesday, January 14, 2025. This initiative aims to equip the first cohort of 100 young people with globally recognised, Canadian-standard certification in cyber security, providing them with the skills necessary to secure employment with companies worldwide. During the January 07, 2025 edition of the RoundTable, Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew emphasised the importance of the programme, citing the growing demand for cyber security professionals amidst increasing instances of hacking and cyber threats. “Cyber security…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 08, 2025 (SKNIS): The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is advancing its renewable energy strategy with Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, offering new updates on Tuesday (January 07, 2025).At the Roundtable media engagement, the prime minister shared that the government has reached an agreement with the Republic of China (Taiwan) to spearhead the development of a 50-megawatt solar farm. Construction is expected to begin later this year. This development is particularly significant following the failure of a previous agreement with a private partner to meet critical contractual obligations, requirements, and deadlines, to facilitate…

The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has significantly increased the national budget allocation for education, reflecting its steadfast commitment to making education accessible at all levels. From preschool to tertiary education, the government continues to invest heavily to ensure the country’s young people are well-equipped to succeed. In 2023, the budget allocation for education was EC $93 million, which increased to $97 million in 2024. For 2025, the allocation has surged to an unprecedented $120 million. Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew, during the RoundTable on Tuesday, January 07, 2025, reaffirmed the government’s dedication to education as a fundamental pillar…