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Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd, GCMG, JP extends sincere congratulations to the Government and People of the Dominican Republic on the occasion of the 180th anniversary of your Independence. Saint Kitts and Nevis has historical links with the Dominican Republic and so we are delighted to extend special congratulations to theCitizens of the Dominican Republic who are citizens and residents of St Kitts and Nevis. Many of you have lived among us for years and we truly value your contribution to Saint Kitts and Nevis and to our diverse culture. Happy 180th Anniversary of Independence.

Georgetown, Guyana, February 27, 2024 (Press Secretary, PMOSKN) – In a collaborative effort to address period poverty and promote menstrual hygiene, First Lady Diani Prince-Drew, along with First Ladies Eloise Gonsalves of St. Vincent and the Grenadines and Ann Marie Davis of The Bahamas, were honoured guests at the Menstrual Hygiene Initiative spearheaded by First Lady Arya Ali of Guyana. The initiative occurred yesterday, February 26th, 2024, at the Umana Yana in Kingston, Georgetown, Guyana, coinciding with the Forty-Sixth Regular Meeting of the CARICOM Heads Conference. Since its inception in September 2021, the Menstrual Hygiene Initiative, championed by the Office of…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, February 26, 2024 [Ministry of Health] – The Ministry of Health wishes to inform the public of the ongoing upgrades and repairs currently underway at the Central Sterile Services Department (CSSD) of the Joseph N. France General Hospital (J.N.F.). This initiative includes the installation of a new, state-of-the-art autoclave system along with significant improvements to the department’s infrastructure, specifically enhancements to the roofing and flooring systems which have experienced years of neglect. We recognize and deeply regret any concern this may cause our patients and their families. The Ministry is fully committed to ensuring the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, February 26, 2024, [Ministry of Health] – J.N.F. General Hospital proudly announces the addition of three new crucial members to its esteemed staff, further enhancing its ability to provide top-tier care and services to the community. These new additions bolster critical areas of patient care, ranging from psychological support to laboratory diagnostics and human resources management. Dr. Dorothy Francis-Jefferson, a distinguished Clinical Psychologist, brings a wealth of expertise to the psychology department. With a pHd in Clinical Psychology from California Southern University, coupled with backgrounds in accounting, computer information systems, and project management, Dr. Francis-Jefferson…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, February 26, 2024 [Ministry of Health] – Today marks the beginning of a significant phase in the J.N.F. Hospital’s path towards accreditation, with Mrs. Mary Miller Sallah, a distinguished professional with 14 years of experience in healthcare operations, health system transformation, and quality improvement, initiating a week-long on-site visitation. This visit is a critical component of the ongoing assessment efforts aimed at achieving accreditation status for the hospital. Mrs. Miller Sallah, known for her substantial contributions to healthcare institutions across the region, including in Antigua and the British Virgin Islands, begins her consultation process at…

Georgetown, Guyana, February 26, 2024 (Press Secretary, PMOSKN) – Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, and his delegation engaged with the Honourable Shirley Botchwey, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ghana, and the esteemed candidate for Commonwealth Secretary General, alongside other key Ghanaian officials, to deliberate on enhancing diplomatic ties between their nations. The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Republic of Ghana have maintained diplomatic relations, formalized by a signed agreement in June 1993. Minister Botchwey underscored the Republic of Ghana’s acknowledgment of the Caribbean as Africa’s sixth region, positioning Ghana at the forefront of the African Union’s…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 25 2024); Preparations are underway for the hosting of this year’s Annual Review and Planning Meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources on Tuesday February 27th from 9:00 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. Distinguished speakers from the Ministry, government officials, and agricultural experts are expected to deliver insightful presentations, shedding light on the current state of agriculture and outlining future goals. This includes a message from the Minister of Agriculture, Honourable Samal Duggins, reports from the Director of Agriculture, Jeanelle Kelly, the Director of Marine Resources St. Kitts and Nevis, Randel Thompson and the Medicinal Cannabis Authority…