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Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 15, 2025 (SKNIS): A record number of scholarship recipients from Saint Kitts and Nevis will be travelling to the Republic of China (Taiwan) in the coming weeks to pursue university studies. At a ceremony on Friday (August 15, 2025), twenty-five individuals were awarded the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) scholarships, while three received the International Cooperation and Development Fund scholarships. Taiwan’s new Resident Ambassador to Saint Kitts and Nevis, His Excellency Edward Tao, congratulated the recipients at the ceremony and luncheon at Palms Court. He noted that his government was pleased to respond to the request by…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis – August 16, 2025 – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis announces an additional Discounted VAT Rate Day on Saturday, August 23, 2025, to support residents and businesses impacted by the adverse weather conditions from the passage of Hurricane Erin on August 16, 2025. Please note that vehicles remain ineligible for the discounted VAT rate. As the hurricane season continues, the Government urges all residents to: “The safety and resilience of our people remain our utmost priority,” stated Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew. “While we provide economic relief through initiatives like the Discounted VAT Days, we equally emphasize…

Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis – August 15, 2025 – The St. Kitts and Nevis National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) and the St. Kitts Meteorological Services are, today, confirming that Tropical Storm Erin has strengthened into the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season. As of 11:00 AM AST, Hurricane Erin was located approximately 460 miles east of the Northern Leeward Islands, moving west-northwest at 18 mph with maximum sustained winds of 75 mph. The formation of a hurricane in such proximity to the Federation serves as a critical reminder of the unpredictable and dynamic nature of weather systems…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 15, 2025 (SKNIS): Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, met today with the leadership of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to receive an update on the approaching weather system, formerly Tropical Storm Erin, which strengthened into the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season on Friday, August 15. During the briefing, NEMA officials provided the Prime Minister with the latest forecasts, preparedness measures, and coordination efforts among emergency response agencies. While there are currently no watches or warnings in effect for the Federation, the government is closely monitoring…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 15, 2025 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is aware of recent rumours claiming that the Prime Minister has the authority to unilaterally decide whether Nevis proceeds with development projects under the Special Sustainability Zone Authorisation Bill, 2025, which was successfully passed on August 11. The law clearly stipulates that any development proposed for Nevis must receive the explicit approval of the Premier and the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) before it can proceed. The Federal Government will not move forward with any development on the island of Nevis without this approval. The exact provision…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 14, 2025 (SKNIS): Saint Kitts and Nevis will be well represented at the inaugural CARIFESTA XV Student Jamboree in Barbados, a celebration for 5th and 6th form students focusing on Caribbean identity, creativity and connection. The Jamboree will immerse campers in the ten-day Caribbean Festival of Arts from August 22 – 31, 2025. The youth representatives, along with 80 creatives, feature a diverse range of talent in the twin-island Federation participating in CARIFESTA XV. They include visual artists, dancers, musicians, film-makers, literary artists, cultural entrepreneurs, agro-processors, fashion designers, and exponents of folklore. The delegation presents a dynamic portrait…

The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is in the final stages of negotiations for the repurposing of the historic Fort Thomas Hotel property at Fortlands, Basseterre, into a world-class Museum of Caribbean History. This landmark facility will be complemented by restaurants, public spaces, and monuments that celebrate our shared regional heritage. An Environmental Impact Assessment has been completed, and an Archaeologist will be assigned to the project to ensure that any items of archaeological value are identified, preserved, and, where appropriate, incorporated into the Museum. The arrangement being negotiated is a lease-to-own model, under which the developer may only…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 14, 2025 (SKNIS) — Saint Kitts and Nevis is preparing to make a bold cultural statement at CARIFESTA XV, the Caribbean’s premier arts and culture festival, which will be held in Barbados from August 22–31, 2025, under the theme “Caribbean Roots… Global Excellence.” An impressive delegation of approximately 80 creatives and 24 youth leaders will represent the Federation, ready to captivate audiences with the nation’s vibrant and diverse talent. Participants will showcase excellence across the performing arts (music, dance, theatre), visual arts, agro-processing, literary arts, crafts, fashion, cosmetic arts, folklore, heritage, and film. The Ministry of…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis (13 August, 2025) – The recent appointment of His Excellency MIYASAKA Yusuke as the Non-Resident Ambassador of Japan accredited to Saint Kitts and Nevis, showcases the commitment of the Government of Japan and the Government of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis to continue to deepen the relationship between both nations. During the dialogue, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs et al, graciously received His Excellency and conveyed the gratitude of the Government and people of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis for Japan’s unwavering support that has allowed…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 14, 2025 (JNF Hospital Communications) — To serve as a reminder of its unwavering support for mother and child, and its having been Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) certified, the Joseph Nathaniel France (JNF) General Hospital has unveiled a ‘Baby-Friendly’ mural at the maternity ward. “We are pleased to have this mural that is showcasing the fact that not only are we a baby friendly hospital, but we also promote breastfeeding which is one of the key components which allowed us to become a baby friendly hospital in the first place,” underscored Director of Health Institutions within the…