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21 November 2024 – Basseterre, Saint Kitts & Nevis A recent hands-on training session aimed at empowering small-scale farmers with the knowledge to use digital sensors in protected cultivation and open field systems led jointly by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Marine Resources St. Kitts has concluded at the Department of Agriculture in Basseterre. A total of 19 participants, including farmers and government staff gained practical experience with cutting-edge sensor technologies that are transforming the agricultural landscape, helping farmers improve crop management and productivity. Held under the project,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts (9th December 2024) – The Ministry is delighted to announce the availability of the 2025 ICDF Scholarships offered by the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan). This prestigious scholarship program is open to individuals who wish to pursue studies at the Master’s or PhD levels. Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must submit the following documents for consideration: · A completed and signed application form (available at https://web.icdf.org.tw/ICDF/WelcomeStart.aspx) · A photocopy of a valid passport · A certified copy of the highest diploma earned and academic transcripts (certified by the Ministry of Education) · Two letters of reference Additional…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 4, 2024 (PMO) — In a bold move to strengthen financial transparency and accountability, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has announced plans to introduce two significant resolutions in Parliament. These resolutions are designed to safeguard the financial integrity of the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Social Security system, ensuring that the mismanagement of the past is never repeated. “The first resolution will mandate that any decision to suspend external audits at the Development Bank must be brought before Parliament, and the second will require full parliamentary approval for any borrowing from…

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, 9 December 2024 (PMO) — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and the St. Kitts Electricity Company Ltd (SKELEC) have terminated the Renegotiated Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SOLEC Power Ltd (SOLEC) for the construction of a Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Project. This decision follows the failure of SOLEC Power Ltd to meet critical contractual obligations, requirements, and deadlines, despite repeated extensions and significant efforts by SKELEC and the Government to facilitate project implementation. On 25 November 2024, SOLEC informed SKELEC and the Government that SOLEC “is not currently in a position to issue…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 4, 2024 (PMO) —Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has again laid bare the staggering mismanagement of funds at the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis during an in-depth discussion on Freedom FM’s Issues. The Prime Minister revealed that the bank had accumulated over $300 million in debt, with external audits deliberately suspended from 2018 to 2019, creating an opaque environment where mismanagement could thrive unchecked. “This was a deliberate attempt to hide the truth from the people,” stated Dr. Drew. He continued, “The suspension of audits allowed hundreds of millions of dollars to be…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 4, 2024 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has issued a rallying call for Caribbean nations to adopt St. Kitts and Nevis as a model for implementing innovative policies that improve quality of life and empower citizens. Speaking during an appearance on Freedom FM’s ‘Issues’ talk show, Dr. Drew outlined key initiatives under his administration that have set the Federation apart as a leader in sustainable development and social advancement. “St. Kitts and Nevis is leading in areas critical to sustainable development —from our revolutionary ASPIRE program to universal healthcare for children and free…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 4, 2024 (PMO) — Over 3,000 young people have now registered for the groundbreaking ASPIRE program. This information was shared by Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, during a recent radio appearance. This milestone reflects the tremendous national response to an initiative that is redefining financial literacy and youth empowerment in the Caribbean. The ASPIRE program, targeted at children aged 5 to 18, is designed to instill critical financial knowledge and provide opportunities for long-term wealth building. Participants gain access to financial education on concepts such as compound interest, dividends, debt management, and investment strategies, while…

Job Title: Programmer I Work Location: National ICT Center, C.A.P. Southwell Industrial Site Division/Department: Department of Technology Reports to: Coordinator of E-Gov Unit [✓] Full-time[ ] Part-time Description of Post:The Programmer I is a junior programmer under the supervision of the (Senior) Programmer II and provides support to design, develop, implement and maintain websites. Programmer I would write basic code for computer programs and mobile applications. They also are involved in maintaining, debugging and troubleshooting systems and software to ensure that everything is running smoothly. A Programmer I would handle the management and updating of websites and applications. Duties and…

Job Title: Software Engineer Work Location: National ICT Center, C.A.P. Southwell Industrial Site Division/Department: Department of Technology Reports to: Director [✓] Full-time[ ] Part-time Description of Post:The Software Engineer’s role is to define, develop, test, analyze, and maintain new software applications in support of the achievement of business requirements identified by the Ministry. This includes writing, coding, testing, and analyzing software programs and applications. The Programmer will also research, design, document, and modify software specifications throughout the production life cycle.  Duties and Responsibilities for the post include but are not limited to the following: Strategy & Planning Acquisition & Deployment…

Job Title: Deputy Postmaster General Work Location: Bay Road, Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis Division/Department: Posts Reports to: Postmaster General [✓] Full-time [ ] Part-time Role: The Deputy Postmaster General shall act as Postmaster General during the Postmaster General’s absence or disability. This officer would also be responsible for the effective management of assigned sections and or sub offices under the control of the General Post Office. The Deputy Postmaster general would assist in coordinating office activities and operations for improved efficiency and compliance with departmental goals and policies. Education and/or Experience: The Deputy Postmaster General must have: Required Attributes…