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Basseterre, Saint Kitts, March 31, 2026 (PMO) – Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has assured citizens that the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis will take deliberate steps to cushion the impact of rising global fuel prices and protect the cost of living. Speaking at the Cabinet-wide press conference on March 30, the Prime Minister acknowledged that increases in fuel costs, driven by external global factors, have direct implications for everyday expenses in small island states such as St. Kitts and Nevis. He noted that the Government remains acutely aware of the pressures this places on households and is actively…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, March 30, 2026 (PMO) — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to supporting business owners at South Friars, emphasizing that no citizen will be abandoned as development continue in the area. During the Cabinet-wide press conference held on March 30, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, along with members of the Cabinet, addressed public concerns regarding the relocation of establishments currently operating at South Friars Beach, making clear that the Government’s approach is rooted in fairness, legality, and opportunity. Members of the Cabinet, including Minister of Tourism, Hon. Marsha Henderson and Attorney…

WASHINGTON, D.C., USA, March 30, 2026 – Two distinguished sportsmen from Saint Kitts and Nevis, Kim Collins and Keith “Kayamba” Gumbs, have been recognized as “Outstanding Athletes of African Descent in the Hemisphere” at the conclusion of the Inter-American Week of People of African Descent, hosted at the Organization of American States (OAS) in Washington, D.C. The week of activities, held from March 23–27, 2026, culminated in a powerful photographic exhibition titled “Outstanding Athletes of African Descent in the Hemisphere,” staged in the Hall of the Americas on Friday, March 27. The exhibition served as a visual tribute to exceptional…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, March 30, 2026 (PMO) — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to proactive leadership, emphasizing that the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is deliberately positioning the Federation to stay ahead in an increasingly complex and competitive global environment. Speaking during the Cabinet-wide press conference held on March 30, the Prime Minister underscored the importance of agility, innovation, and strategic engagement in navigating shifting geopolitical and economic realities. “We understand the direction of the geopolitics, and therefore we have to make sure that we are nimble, pragmatic, innovative, and that we stay ahead…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, March 30, 2026 (SKNIS): Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, has reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to delivering the long-awaited Basseterre High School, emphasising that the nation’s students deserve a modern, fully equipped learning environment. Speaking at the Prime Minister’s Press Conference with Cabinet Ministers on March 30, 2026, Dr. Hanley made it clear that despite external criticisms and distractions, the government remains focused on fulfilling its promise to the people. “The students deserve this school, and we have given the commitment that we are going to deliver a school, and…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, March 30, 2026 (SKNIS): Minister of Public Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, the Honourable Konris Maynard, has hailed the launch of the Request for Proposals (RFP) for the Basseterre Valley 50MW Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and 30.5MW/30.5MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) Project as a defining moment in the Federation’s transition toward a sustainable energy future. Describing the initiative as a major milestone for Saint Kitts and Nevis, Minister Maynard emphasised both its transformative impact and the transparent, methodical approach taken to bring the project to this stage following Cabinet approval and a comprehensive 12-month due diligence process. “This…

BASSETERRE, SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS — The Independence 43 Organising Committee has officiallylaunched the St. Kitts and Nevis Independence 43 Theme Competition, inviting citizens and residents to submit an original theme that captures the nation’s journey over the past 43 years, its present reality and its aspirations for the future. The competition seeks a short, powerful phrase or sentence of no more than six to eight words that is uplifting, inclusive, and uniquely reflective of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Entries should be authentic,imaginative, and free from clichés, while speaking to the national spirit and shared vision of the people. According to…

Abuja, Nigeria, March 28, 2026 (PMO) – St. Kitts and Nevis is prepared to take the lead in establishing direct air connectivity between Africa and the Caribbean, utilizing innovative financing mechanisms such as Minimum Revenue Guarantees (MRGs). During his closing remarks at the Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit in Abuja, Nigeria, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew highlighted the urgent need to correct longstanding barriers to movement, trade, and collaboration between both regions. Challenging the current travel realities, the Prime Minister questioned why direct routes have not yet been established. “why is it we have to go north to come south?” he asked,…

Abuja, Nigeria, March 28, 2026 (PMO) – Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, has declared that the growing partnership between Africa and the Caribbean is now irreversible, as he delivered powerful closing remarks at the Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit in Abuja, Nigeria, March 28th. Addressing delegates, government officials, investors, and cultural leaders, Prime Minister Drew underscored the historic significance of the moment and the depth of shared identity between both regions. Reflecting on the outcomes of the summit and the broader movement toward reconnection, the Prime Minister stated, “The collaboration between us in the Caribbean and Africa…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has fulfilled its commitment to regional solidarity by pledging and forwarding an initial US$100,000 to support the collective US$500,000 CARICOM humanitarian initiative for the Republic of Cuba—representing its first installment of regional assistance. The contribution was formalized during the historic 50th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community, hosted in Saint Kitts and Nevis from February 24-27, 2026. It was at this gathering that Prime Minister and CARICOM Chairman, The Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew, announced that CARICOM member states would mobilize together to dispatch urgently…