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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, October 04, 2024 (SKNIS) – The National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention has engaged thirty frontline workers in a training programme designed to equip them with the necessary tools to identify and ultimately address substance abuse issues within communities. This is being done through the Universal Prevention Curriculum Core Course, which commenced with an opening ceremony on Friday, October 04, 2024, at the Solid Waste Management Corporation’s conference room. The actual training sessions begin on Tuesday, October 08. The Core Course comprises ten modules representing different aspects of prevention science and their application to practice. It is…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, October 04, 2024 (SKNIS) – At the commissioning of the new six (6) Megawatt Temporary Power Plant at the St. Kitts Electricity Co. Ltd (SKELEC), on October 04, 2024, Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, highlighted that St. Kitts and Nevis is in the transition towards reducing its dependence on fossil fuel through the careful implementation of renewable energy practices and projects. This energy transition, one of the seven pillars upon which the government’s sustainable island state agenda hinges, is underpinned by the build-out of the dual-fuel power plant and battery energy storage plant in St.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts (October 4th, 2024)— In a significant move towards ensuring reliable and sustainable electricity for the island of St. Kitts, the St. Kitts Electricity Company Ltd. (SKELEC) has commissioned a 6MW temporary power plant, marking a key milestone in addressing the island’s growing electrical demands. The 6MW Temporary Power Plant is one of a number of initiatives to improve the reliability of supply for our customers. The plant’s commissioning will allow SKELEC to perform critical overhauls on its fixed generator fleet, including the 6MW Mirrlees Blackstone generator, the largest in the Federation. The temporary power plant is expected…

BASSETERRE, St Kitts, 26 September 2024 – The Ministry of Sustainable Development through the Department of Physical Planning is set to submit for approval to the Federal Cabinet of St Kitts and Nevis, an amendment of national environmental legislation and related regulations, policies, standards, and proposed modifications that will all support the implementation of the recently updated draft National Physical Development Plan (NPDP) before parliamentary approval. The NPDP is a set of principles and practices that seek to manage land resources in a way that meets current and future demands while at the same time ensuring the health of ecosystems.…

CHARLESTOWN, Nevis, 30 September 2024 – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, concluded a three-day workshop from 23-25 September 2024 at Nevis Red Cross, aimed at developing a framework for tracking the country’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) actions. Following that training, a Stakeholder Validation Workshop was held on Thursday 26 September 2024 with both activities being supported by the Initiative for Climate Action Transparency (ICAT). This is a significant step towards strengthening St Kitts and Nevis’ ability to monitor and report on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, particularly…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 03, 2024 (SKNIS): The importance of a strong and resilient cybersecurity system was emphasised at a Cybersecurity Awareness Forum held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on October 03, 2024. The event brought together public and private sector officials from St. Kitts and Nevis, regional representatives and local secondary school students. The information was shared via presentations from experts in the field including Bevil Wooding, Director of Caribbean Affairs at the American Registry for Internet Numbers, Tracy Hackshaw, Head of .Post Business Management Unit, and a team from the Caribbean Cybersecurity Agency. A panel discussion on the imperative…

St. Kitts and Nevis, October, 2024 — Project ELEVATE took significant strides in the Federation’s drive towards food security as Project Coordinator Alicia Collins, alongside participants of Elevate, Extension Officer for District 6, Mr. Mark Adams, and key stakeholders, conducted a field assessment in District 6. The team, which included Mr. Lesroy Benjamin, Mr. Leroy Merritt, Chad Brandy members of the Land Management Unit, worked together to identify lands that will be assigned to participants under the Agriculture 25 by 25 agenda. The Agriculture 25 by 25 agenda is an initiative by the government of St. Kitts and Nevis aimed…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 03, 2024 (SKNIS): The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, in its efforts to achieve a sustainable island state, is rapidly positioning itself as a leader in digital transformation within the Caribbean, thanks to the strategic efforts of the government and the widespread access to technology among its citizens. During the Caribbean Telecommunications Union’s press conference on October 03 at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort, Minister of Information,Communications and Technology in St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Konris Maynard, highlighted the near-universal penetration of smartphone technology and the growing technology infrastructure—such as the Internet Exchange Point…

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, October 02, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew continued his efforts to advance agricultural development by touring Southern University and A&M College’s Agricultural Research and Extension Center (SUAREC) on October 2, 2024. This visit was part of a broader initiative aimed at strengthening ties with international institutions that can bring strategic value to St. Kitts and Nevis. The tour follows the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) earlier this year, outlining shared initiatives between the St. Kitts and Nevis Ministry of Agriculture and Southern University’s SUAREC. During the tour, Prime Minister Dr.…

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, October 02, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, commenced a fruitful visit to Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on October 02, 2024, and engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing educational collaborations between the university and the Federation, focusing on creating opportunities for student exchange programmes and advancing research partnerships. Dr. Drew was welcomed by university leadership, including Chairman Myron Lawson, President Dennis Shields, and Chancellor Dr. Orlando McMeans. The visit commenced with a formal meeting, followed by a comprehensive tour of the Southern University campus, showcasing various departments and facilities.…