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Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, December 12, 2024 (PMO) – Prime Minister and Minister of Health et al., the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, accompanied by officials from the Ministry of Health and the Public Works Department, made a special visit to the site of the MRI facility currently under construction at the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital. This transformative project is set to revolutionize healthcare services in St. Kitts and Nevis, positioning the Federationas a regional leader in medical technology and patient care. Speaking to the progress of the facility, Prime Minister Dr. Drew expressed great satisfaction, stating, “The…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, December 12, 2024 (PMO) – Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, along with Minister of Public Works et al., Hon. Konris Maynard, and the contractor Mr. Alexis Hazel, visited the site of the ongoing St. Peter’s Main Road rehabilitation project on December 11, 2024. The team expressed satisfaction with the progress and confirmed that the project is on track to meet its completion goals. During the site visit, Prime Minister Dr. Drew proudly noted, “We are on schedule”, adding that the contractor, Mr. Hazel, is pushing to get ahead of schedule. “which is good.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, 11 th December 2024 (CFBC): Final-year students in the HospitalityCourse at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) demonstrated their exceptional skills andcreativity during the annual Bar Operation Competition, held as part of their final exam practicalfor the course Bar Operation on Sunday, 1 st December 2024, at the John Nathaniel HospitalityCentre on the college’s main campus. The students have been diligently preparing throughout the two-year programme to ensure theyare ready and well-equipped to thrive in the country’s vibrant tourism and hospitality sector.The Bar Operation Competition and Final Exam Practical thoroughly evaluated the students’practical knowledge and skills in…

The Citizen Security Secretariat is deeply saddened by the recent tragic traffic accidents that have claimed the lives of several individuals and left many others with serious injuries. These incidents, which occurred within a span of just a few days, serve as a stark reminder of the risks associated with road use, particularly as we approach the festive season. The Secretariat expresses its deepest condolences to the families, friends, and communities affected by these tragedies. In this time of grief, our thoughts are with all those impacted, and we extend our heartfelt support as they navigate through this painful period.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts December 11, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has taken a major step forward in protecting the rights of creators and boosting the creative economy with the introduction of the Copyright (Collective Management Organisations) Regulations, 2024. This follows the passage of the Copyright Act, 2024, earlier this year in May, which modernised copyright laws to reflect international standards and the realities of the digital age. The new Regulations require any organisation wishing to operate as a Collective Management Organisation (CMO) to be officially authorised by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) of St. Kitts…

Taipei, Republic of China (Taiwan) (11th December 2024)—Children and their parents crowded the Saint Kitts and Nevis Embassy’s booth to learn more about the Federation and make keepsakes featuring the national colors. The Embassy of Saint Kitts and Nevis participated for a third year in the Taiwan Reading Festival 2024, which was held on December 7 and 8 at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. On day one of the two-day festival, children gathered at the booth to read books, make crafts, and engage in the colouring of pages. To teach the colours of the Saint Kitts and Nevis flag, boys…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, 10 December 2024 – The Ministry of Sustainable Development,Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment is currently exploring options forimproving the sustainability of the Conaree Landfill during a stakeholder consultation held on Monday 9December 2024 at the Solid Waste Management Conference Room. The exercise is part of a six-month assessment, that began in July 2024, regarding the sustainability of thelandfills on both St. Kitts and Nevis. It is being facilitated by Professional Engineer, Robert Griesbachwho is also the Director for Energy Consulting at Hatch, a global engineering company that providestechnical and strategic services to clients in energy and…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 29 November 2024): In a pioneering effort to enhance water and food security and build resilience against (acute) water scarcity, Saint Kitts and Nevis is exploring a partnership with OceansX to conduct a scoping assessment of the potential impact of the innovative Xploration Coastline Concept (XCC). On Thursday, November 21st, a research team from the Netherlands-originating company, OceansX, engaged in meaningful discussions as part of their scope assessment during their visit to St. Kitts and Nevis. During a meeting with technical staff and other agricultural stakeholders, Founder of OceansX, Berend van de Kraats gave an overview…

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…