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Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 20, 2023 (SKNIS): With Hurricane Tammy drawing closer to the shores of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Samal Duggins, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources, and Cooperatives, issued a heartfelt plea to the nation’s farmers and fishers in particular and all citizens and residents in general, emphasizing the critical need for vigilance and preparedness during this impending natural disaster. “Farmers and fishers safeguard all farm machinery, fishing equipment, and livestock, and ensure they are stored in secure locations or anchored properly to prevent damage or loss,” said Minister Duggins. “Stay connected with your fellow farmers and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 19, 2023 (SKNIS): Owing to the impending threat of Tropical Storm Tammy, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has announced the early closure of all schools and government offices from midday on Friday, October 20, 2023. This decision comes after detailed weather advisories from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). Private Sector organizations are kindly asked to adjust their operations for safety. Tropical Storm Tammy is forecast to significantly impact the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis from late Friday through to Saturday. Citizens are advised to monitor local news channels and official government updates…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 19, 2023 (SKNIS): Owing to the impending threat of Tropical Storm Tammy, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has announced the early closure of all schools and government offices from midday on Friday, October 20, 2023. This decision comes after detailed weather advisories from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). Private Sector organizations are kindly asked to adjust their operations for safety. Tropical Storm Tammy is forecast to significantly impact the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis from late Friday through to Saturday. Citizens are advised to monitor local news channels and official government updates for the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 19, 2023 (SKNIS): The Minister of Agriculture, the Honourable Samal Duggins, spoke about a new initiative to supply water to farmers throughout the country during his appearance on the popular radio and television show ‘In Focus’ on October 18 in observance of World Food Day 2023.The minister explained that the Ministry of Agriculture is partnering with the Water Services Department to supply water from wells, that do not meet the requirement for potable water supply, to the farmers.He said, “When you are talking about farms, sometimes you can go with less and so while there are wells…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 19, 2023 (SKNIS): A budding relationship between the Federal Ministry of Agriculture in St. Kitts and Nevis and Southern University (SU) in Louisiana has resulted in scholarship opportunities for agricultural-related studies and access to technical expertise. On Wednesday’s (October 18, 2023) edition of InFocus, Minister of Agriculture, the Honourable Samal Duggins, expressed that agricultural scholarship opportunities are now available from the US-based university, which has a rich history in agriculture. “I’m happy to note that we were able to receive scholarships from the university, and I know a number of our locals are already being processed into Southern University…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 19, 2023 (SKNIS): The recently concluded World Food Day Edition of the Agri-Night Market on October 18 at the Basseterre Public Market showcased the exotic Diamondback Squid, bringing awareness to the underutilized marine species. Chiara Flanders, Lead Communications Specialist in the Ministry of Agriculture, during her appearance on the October 18 edition of Infocus, emphasized the unique presence of the Diamondback Squid. “The Diamondback Squid is not something that most people go to the fisheries to purchase,” she said. “The Department of Marine Resources is therefore, using this opportunity to highlight our underutilized species and so the Diamondback Squid…

17 October 2023, Rome – The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Assistant Director-General and Regional Representative for Latin America and the Caribbean, Mario Lubetkin, presented the region’s new training program, FAO Campus. In the presentation, made in the framework of the Regional Youth Assembly of the World Food Forum taking place in Rome, Lubetkin stressed that the objective of the new program is “to promote innovation, active knowledge management and close collaboration with academia, research centers, the private sector, and civil society.” FAO Campus is a new platform and partnership mechanism that seeks to facilitate the exchange…

Basseterre Saint Kitts and Nevis, October 19, 2023, (Press Secretary, PMO): The Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew held a productive meeting on the sidelines of the Canada-CARICOM Summit with Honourable Dominic Leblanc, Canada’s Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions, and Intergovernmental Affairs. The leaders engaged in a fruitful discussion on deepening security cooperation between Canada and Saint Kitts and Nevis, with a shared commitment to fostering a secure, equitable, and inclusive society – a prominent theme at the Summit. The agenda included comprehensive talks on finalizing a security cooperation framework. This framework will address critical…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities; Domestic Transport wish to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Director of the Energy Unit. The chosen candidate will be responsible for reporting to the Permanent Secretary. They will also oversee facilitating communication, outreach, and collaboration with various external public and private stakeholders in the fields of energy planning, electric utility planning, land use planning, and technology market deployment. Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Knowledge & Skills:In addition to the requirements above, the post holder must have the following skills:…

THE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES IS PLEASED TO ANNOUNCE EXTERNAL EMPLOYMENT AND CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITIES IN THE GENERAL SECRETARIAT EXTERNAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:Job Title: Human Rights Specialist (Specific Funds) Organizational Unit: Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR)Grade: P02Employment Announcement Number: EO/46/23 CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITIES:Title: Cybersecurity Project Consultant (Specific Funds) Organizational Unit: Inter-American Committee against Terrorism (CICTE) Title: Cybersecurity Gender Consultant (Specific Funds) Organizational Unit: Inter-American Committee against Terrorism (CICTE) Title: Business Process Manager Consultant (Regular Fund)Organizational Unit: Department of Information and Technology Services (DOITS)Title: Design Thinking Lead Consultant (ICR Funds)Organizational Unit: Department of Information and Technology Services (DOITS) Title: “Feminist Partnerships to Strengthen the Agenda for Gender Equality” Communications consultant (Specific Funds)Organizational Unit: Inter-American Commission of Women…