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Washington D.C., September 6, 2024 – Saint Kitts and Nevis Assumes Chairmanship of  OAS Hemispheric Security Committee for 2024-2025.  In a significant development for the Americas, on September 6, 2024, the Permanent Council of the Organization of American States (OAS) elected, by acclamation, the Saint Kitts and Nevis Permanent Representative to the OAS, Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin, as the new Chair of the Council on Hemispheric Security for the 2024-2025 period. This prestigious role was proposed by the Alternate Representative of Guyana, seconded by the Ambassador of Mexico to the OAS, and supported by the Alternate Representative of the United States,…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 06, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Isalean Phillip, Senator and Co-Chair of the Task Force on Citizen Security, called for national unity in the fight against crime during her remarks at the official launch of the National Consultations and 90-Day Campaign Against Crime and Violence at the CUNA Caribbean Conference Centre earlier today, Friday, September 06, 2024. This initiative, led by the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, aims to bring the nation together to address the root causes of crime and violence through a whole-of-society approach. Senator Phillip acknowledged the presence of key stakeholders and reaffirmed…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 6, 2024 (SKNIS) – At Friday’s (September 06, 2024) launch of the National Consultation and 90-Day Campaign Against Violence and Crime, guest presenter Dr. Jeanita Richardson, a Professor of Public Health & Policy at Windsor University, helped to strengthen the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis’s position of addressing crime and violence from a public health perspective. Dr. Richardson noted that violence should be viewed as a public health issue because it shares key characteristics with other health problems and has widespread consequences for individuals and societies. “Similar to diseases, violence has identifiable risk factors such…

St. Kitts and Nevis, September 06, 2024 (SKNBS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards (SKNBS) is on the verge of acquiring cutting-edge RT-PCR equipment, a move that will significantly enhance its testing capabilities. RT-PCR, or Real-Time Polymerase Chain Reaction, is an advanced technology used to amplify and analyse DNA, providing critical insights in various fields including gene expression, mutation detection, and pathogen identification. Once in place, the RT-PCR machine will enable the SKNBS to perform a range of essential tasks, including the detection and quantification of pathogens, monitoring microbial degradation, identifying species, and assessing food safety by detecting…

St. Kitts and Nevis, September 06, 2024 (SKNBS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards is set to enhance its analytical capabilities with the upcoming arrival of a state-of-the-art Atomic Absorption Spectrometer (AA Spectrometer). This advanced equipment, expected to arrive soon, will enable precise analysis of metal concentrations in various sample types, marking a significant improvement for the bureau’s laboratory services. Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy (AAS) is a well-established analytical technique used to determine the concentration of specific elements within a sample by measuring the absorption of light at unique wavelengths by atoms. Known for its reliability and sensitivity, AAS…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 06, 2024 (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, officially launched the 90-day Campaign Against Violence and Crime at the CUNA Conference Centre on Friday, September 06, 2024. The event marked a united front in addressing one of the nation’s most pressing issues, with representatives from various sectors, including political leaders, law enforcement, academic institutions, faith-based organisations, and the sporting community, coming together to tackle crime and violence in St. Kitts and Nevis. During his address, Prime Minister Dr. Drew acknowledged the importance of collaboration across political and societal lines,…

Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons for appointment to the post of Deputy Registrar, Registry of the Supreme Court, Department of Justice, Saint Lucia. JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE : Deputy Registrar, High Court REPORTS TO : Registrar, High Court SUPERVISES : Staff of the Registry CLASSIFICATION : Grade 17 A. RELATIONSHIP AND RESPONSIBILITIES B. DUTIES AND TASKS C. CONDITIONS D. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES E. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 1. Master’s Degree in Law, plus Legal Education Certificate, and one (1) year’s experience in a post at Grade 14 or above; or one (1) year’s relevant working experience. OR 2.…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 04, 2024 (SKNIS) – To ensure that students, teachers and ancillary staff return to a completely safe environment, Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, said that the Government is making significant investments into renovation work and corrective measures at the Cayon High School. Prime Minister Dr. Drew made a follow-up visit to the school compound earlier today, Wednesday, September 4, 2024, to see firsthand the significant renovation work being undertaken. The prime minister’s visit, his second in a week, underscores the government’s commitment to the health and safety of all who work, learn and visit…

Basseterre, St. Kitts On Monday 2nd September 2024, the Hon. Dr. Joyelle Clarke Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment signed the Ocean Coordination Mechanism (OCM MOU) for the Wider Caribbean making Saint Kitts and Nevis the 12th country to join this historic mechanism. The Minister’s signature comes on the heels of the Tenth Meeting of the OECS Council of Ministers: Environmental Sustainability where Member States agreed to support, in their respective national capacities, the operationalization of the Mechanism. The OCM MOU will facilitate programmatic coordination of ocean governance and enhance collaboration and synergies between key regional…

The National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC) of St. Kitts and Nevis, led by CEO Ervin Williams, visited the Department of Technology in July, to gain insights into the ongoing development of the Internet Exchange Point (IXP) project and the broader Digital Services Network (DSN). The visit was also attended by Mr. Zach Newman, the Director of City Wifi, the first Internet Service Provider (ISP) to connect to the SKNIX, underscoring the importance of collaboration in enhancing the nation’s digital infrastructure. During their visit, the NTRC team was briefed on the core IT infrastructure, including the Internet Service Providers (ISPs) that…