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Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 18, 2024 (SKNIS): The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis will join the global community on March 22, to observe World Water Day, raising awareness about sustainable freshwater management. Minister of Public Infrastructure, the Honourable Konris Maynard, reflected on this year’s theme “Water for Peace” during an address on March 16 that opened a week of activities running from March 16 to 23, 2024. The minister spoke about the challenges that the island faces with regard to potable water, saying, “St. Kitts has experienced an average annual rainfall decline of approximately 18 percent .” He added that…

St. Kitts and Nevis, March 18, 2024 —The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis received a generous donation of two Solar-Powered Water Desalination Plants from the United Arab Emirates (UAE). These plants are part of the UAE’s Caribbean Renewable Energy Fund (CREF) and will produce fresh, potable drinking water for the island’s residents. The UAE has allocated one plant for St. Kitts and the other for Nevis. Each plant can produce 12 cubic metres of fresh potable drinking water per hour. If the plant runs for 24 hours, it can produce up to 76,000 gallons of water daily. The electricity…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, 18th March 2024 (CFBC): The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC), the Federation’s only indigenous tertiary institution, is celebrating poetry and fostering its convergence with music for a sixth consecutive year, not only in recognition of its significance in the lives of residents of St. Kitts and Nevis but also to further its flowering and endurance. The CFBC will host its annual Poetry Circle on March 21,2024, at the CFBC’s Main Campus at Burdon Street, Basseterre, in the Poinciana Conference Room at 5 pm. There are great expectations for this national linguistic and cultural event, which will feature…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, March 18, 2024 (SKNIS) – Over the next eight days, patients and medical personnel in St. Kitts and Nevis will benefit from the expertise and assistance of medical professionals who are visiting the Federation as part of the U.S. Air Force Southern Command Lesser Antilles Medical Assistance Team (LAMAT) 2024 mission. The LAMAT mission seeks to strengthen U.S. partnerships in Latin America and the Caribbean region by providing relief to overwhelmed medical facilities through collaboration with host nation medical practitioners and respective Ministry of Health officials. The assistance offered through this partnership helps to relieve strain on…

By: The Department of Environment It was not long ago that the act of recycling here in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis was not too popular. However, today, recycling is being practiced in every community. The collaborative efforts between the Taiwan International Corporation and Development Fund and the St. Kitts Solid Waste Management Recycling Project have encouraged a growing culture of recycling citizens determined to do their part in protecting the environment. As the adage goes, “The proof is in the pudding.” And the “pudding” shows that there has been a steady increase in the recyclables being captured…

The historic charm of Basseterre is set to be revived as the Old Treasury Building commemorates its 130th birthday on Thursday, March 21st, 2024. To mark this momentous occasion, the Old Treasury Building invites residents and visitors alike to embark on an extraordinary journey through time with hourly train rides to explore the rich history of Basseterre. Originally constructed in 1894 the Old Treasury Building stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of Basseterre’s architectural heritage. As it reaches this remarkable milestone, the Trust invites the public for an experience like never before. Event Details: Date: Thursday, March 21st,…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis, March 18, 2024 (Press Secretary, PMO) – Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Honourable Konris Maynard, and Mrs. Diani Prince-Drew, joined dedicated volunteers from The Cable, TDC Group of Companies, Berger Paints, and the steadfast staff of the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital on Saturday, March 16, 2024, to transform the aesthetic of the hospital. Their collective efforts were focused on the enhancement of the JNF foyer, the pivotal gateway to the healthcare institution. This initiative underscores the commitment of the Ministry of Health to bolster the hospital’s infrastructure and elevate its overall aesthetic appeal. Through renovations,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 15, 2024 (SKNIS): The series of training for women in areas traditionally dominated by men continues on Saturday (March 16, 2024) with a session on the basics of welding. Now entering its third week, the sessions organised by the Department of Gender Affairs, have been a hit with participants. Nikita Wallace of Boyd’s learnt about the training opportunities from social media and promptly signed up for all five sessions. She spoke highly about the experiences at the Women in Plumbing training on March 02 and the Women in Auto Mechanics session on March 09. She described…