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ARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Wednesday, 25 October 2023 CARICOM Secretary-General, Dr. Carla Barnett, has hosted the first in a series of discussions with the leadership of Regional civil society stakeholders, as the Secretariat seeks to review its process for the engagement of the social partners.Addressing the senior management teams of the Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC) and the Caribbean Congress of Labour (CCL), Dr Barnett explained that this renewed focus is expected to enable more meaningful dialogue and exchanges.“We want to ensure greater collaboration, coordination and inclusivity in interactions with the Organs and Bodies, CARICOM Secretariat,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 25, 2023 [Ministry of Health] — The JNF General Hospital experienced a temporary interruption in its water supply during the morning hours of Wednesday, October 25, 2023, from approximately 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM. The disruption was caused by a procedural fault that occurred during routine maintenance efforts. Hospital staff acted swiftly to address the situation, and we are pleased to announce that the water supply has been fully restored. As a result, all hospital operations have resumed as normal, and patient care has not been compromised. The Ministry of Health extends its gratitude to the dedicated…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 25, 2023 (SKNIS): Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Monday, October 30, 2023, at 10:00 am. The Order Paper and other Papers will be issued at a later date.The National Assembly will be broadcast live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.comCopies of Bills are posted when they become available on the website…

BASSETERRE, St Kitts, 25 October 2023 – The Ministry of Sustainable Development fulfilled its pledge on Thursday 20th October, 2023 to the 2022 land applicants. This facilitated consultations with the Land Management Team to rectify the irregularities that the applicants faced. As part of the Land Allocation, Normalization and Distribution (L.A.N.D) 2023, the consultations gave the applicants the chance to discuss the status of their application and to make new arrangements for payments in the new structured plan. In a round-table setting, the applicants were able to dialogue with the L.A.N.D Team, which comprises the Minister of Sustainable Development, the Hon. Dr. Joyelle Clarke,…

The FAO-GCF partnership has unlocked $1.2 billion in climate action financing for projects in developing countries 25/10/2023 Rome- The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has welcomed the renewal of its accreditation by the Green Climate Fund (GCF), a decision announced this Wednesday during the 37th meeting of the GCF Board. The reaccreditation reaffirms FAO’s unwavering dedication to advancing climate action through agrifood system transformations and supporting countries in addressing the challenges posed by climate change. FAO’s initial accreditation by the GCF Board, effective in October 2018, marked the beginning of a highly successful partnership, which has since…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 25, 2023 (SKNIS): As a result of heavy rainfall that was associated with Hurricane Tammy, there has been land slippage and rock-fall at the South-East Peninsula.Workers from the Public Works Department (PWD) are presently working with heavy equipment to clear the road of falling debris to make the road passable. Motorists and pedestrians are asked to exercise caution and patience when traversing the road at the S.E. Peninsula.

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 24, 2023 (SKNIS): The Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship awarded ‘booster grants’ of five thousand dollars ($5000) to 40 small business entrepreneurs within the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis as a means of promoting good economic development. The award ceremony took place on October 24 in the Ministry’s Conference Room at Port Zante, Basseterre. Minister of Small Business and Entrepreneurship, the Honourable Samal Duggins said, “In trying to acquire money to do this, one of the things we were challenged with was the idea of how much would have been given to small businesses and very…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 24, 2023 (SKNIS): The Small Business Development Centre (SBDC) of the Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship celebrated 40 distinguished small business entrepreneurs from St. Kitts at a brief yet significant ceremony on October 24 in the Ministry’s Conference Room at Port Zante. In recognition of their exceptional achievements, they were awarded certificates and grant funding to further boost their enterprises. This initiative was conducted under the 40/40 Booster Grant Programme, which was introduced in light of St. Kitts and Nevis’ 40th Independence Anniversary in September and is an embodiment of the ministry’s commitment to strengthen small…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 24, 2023 (SKNIS): The United Nations (UN) Lighting Ceremony at Government Headquarters in St. Kitts and Nevis, held in observance of UN Day (October 24), was made even more memorable with an awe-inspiring performance by J’Kuan Kion and J’Kuane Kiondre Roache, students at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School. The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis expressed his heartfelt appreciation to the young talented boys. He particularly noted the presence and support of their guardian, emphasizing the crucial role of the family unit in nurturing and guiding the youth. “What I loved…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 24, 2023 (SKNIS): In a dazzling display of lights, the Government Headquarters of St. Kitts and Nevis lit up in a splendid shade of blue, marking a momentous occasion in celebration of United Nations (UN) Day on October 24, 2023. At a brief but impactful ceremony held outside Government Headquarters on the evening of October 24, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, while delivering the featured address, said that the blue light serves as a representation of the Federation’s dedication to the values upheld by the UN. “The blue light that…