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Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 12, 2024 (SKNIS): As part of the Violence as a Public Health Initiative, a new training programme commenced on Monday, August 12, 2024, aimed at enhancing the intervention, diversion, and support strategies for managing violence and related social challenges. The programme will involve 20 interministerial personnel from various sectors, including the National Intervention Team, Sexual Violence Unit (SVU), prison services, education, youth, disabilities, social and community development, and representatives from the Nevis Behavioural Health and Wellness Centre. The training is led by Michele Delacoudray Blake, Director of the National Counselling Centre, and Dawn Henry, Deputy Director…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 12, 2024 (SKNIS) – Acting Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, convened an urgent pre-strike meeting at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) headquarters this morning (August 12, 2024), where updated information on preparatory activities and response mechanisms were shared by relevant stakeholders. The meeting was convened as St. Kitts and Nevis is currently under a tropical storm warning as a result of the impending weather system Invest 98L that is expected to develop into a tropical depression later today and then a tropical storm by tomorrow. Monday’s meeting therefore…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 11, 2024 (SKNIS): As a tropical system continues to develop in the Atlantic, posing a potential threat to the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, convened an urgent ZOOM meeting with senior government officials to assess the situation and ensure comprehensive preparedness measures are in place. The meeting took place earlier today, Sunday, August 11, and was led by National Disaster Coordinator Abdias Samuel, who provided Prime Minister Dr. Drew with an in-depth update on the current status of the weather system. Mr. Samuel outlined the potential impact on…

Basseterre, St Kitts, August 9, 2024 – The Citizenship By Investment Unit Act, 2024, passed in the National Assembly of St. Kitts and Nevis on Friday, June 14, has paved the way for the establishment of the Citizenship by Investment Unit (“CIU”) as a statutory corporation. This transition aligns with recommendations from international organisations like the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) to enhance the oversight and safety of investment migration programs. The first phase of the CIU’s transition was the appointment of its Board of Governors, who took office on July…

Basseterre, St. Kitts – The Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis (DBSKN) is proud to announce its partnership with the National Housing Corporation’s (NHC) to provide another option to home financing. DBSKN was integrated into the National Housing Corporation’s (NHC) online application platform. This strategic initiative aims to provide accessible financing options for prospective homeowners, particularly those from lower-income strata. With thousands of applicants eagerly awaiting affordable financing solutions, this integration offers a significant step forward in addressing the housing needs of our community. DBSKN is purposed to support individuals from lower-income backgrounds in their journey towards homeownership, ensuring…

New Delhi, India (8th August, 2024)- – In an effort to consolidate international cooperation, Foreign Minister Douglas met with his counterpart, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, in New Delhi, on the 6th of August. The bilateral meeting focused on deepening the partnership between the two nations, with discussions encompassing key areas such as digital innovation, health, food security, and capacity development. During the meeting, both Ministers underscored the importance of leveraging their shared values and mutual interests to enhance cooperation in these critical sectors. Minister Douglas and Minister Jaishankar also exchanged views on their convergences as nations of the Global…

New Delhi, India (8th August, 2024)- On the 6th of August, In continued efforts to strengthen bilateral relations, today, Foreign Minister Douglas met with the Honourable Minister of Health and Family Welfare of India. The meeting underscored the vital importance of South-South cooperation, with both Ministers highlighting its potential to address common health challenges and leverage shared opportunities. The discussions between Minister Douglas and Minister Jagat centered on key areas of mutual interest, including health education, medical tourism, pharmaceuticals, and the treatment of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and cancer. Both leaders expressed a strong commitment to advancing collaborative efforts in these…

New Delhi, India (8th August, 2024)- On the 5th of August, the Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs, successfully signed two significant Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with India’s Ministry of Sports and Ministry of Electronics & IT, during his official visit to India. These agreements mark a pivotal step in strengthening bilateral relations and fostering cooperation between the two nations. The two MoUs signed are: 1. Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation in Sports: This MoU aims to enhance collaboration in the field of sports between the two countries. It will facilitate the exchange of knowledge, expertise, and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 08, 2024 (SKNIS): The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis hosted a comprehensive national consultation on the development of a secure and reliable digital identity authentication system at the National ICT Centre on Thursday, August 08, 2024, aimed at enhancing the country’s digital infrastructure and improving access to essential services for all citizens. Permanent Secretary (PS) in the Ministry of Information, Communications, Technology and Posts, Cheryleann Pemberton, emphasised the significance of this endeavour. “The digital identity authentication system we are discussing today represents a significant step forward in enhancing our capabilities to verify identities reliably while…

Job Title: Network Administrator 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 Network Administrator’s role is to oversee the design, installation, administration, management,and maintenance of the Department of Technology’s network infrastructure components to achievehigh performance of the various networks and systems. The Network Administrator will also assist inoverseeing the administration, management, and maintenance of the Government Wide Area Network(GWAN). Duties and Responsibilities Qualifications / Training Certifications in CompTia Network +, CompTia Security+, and/or Cisco CCNA etc. wouldbe a plus. Education and/or Experience:The Applicant must have…