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The St. Christopher & Nevis Social Security Board invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Inspector. The position is tenable in the Head Office in St. Kitts. About Us: St. Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis Social Security Fund is a compulsory insurance fund established by an Act of Parliament in 1977. It began operations on February 1, 1978, taking over from the National Provident Fund, which was basically a retirement savings scheme with limited other benefits. JOB PURPOSE The main purpose of this role is to ensure compliance with Social Security Regulations. This role involves conducting…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 4, 2025 (PMO) — Premier of Nevis and Leader of the Opposition, the Honourable Mark Brantley, has publicly commended Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew and the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party (SKNLP) Government for their leadership and success in securing the necessary funding to advance geothermal energy in the Federation. During a recent interview on ZIZ’s ‘The Edge’ with host Devonne Cornelius, Premier Brantley acknowledged that while geothermal development has been a decades-long pursuit, the firm commitment and strategic leadership of Prime Minister Drew’s administration have brought the project closer to reality than ever before. “This approach now and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 3, 2025 (PMO)— “The planned establishment of a Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) is welcome” —This endorsement is an excerpt from the recently released 2025 Article IV Mission report published by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) on February 26th, 2025. This endorsement reflects the government’s dedication to prudent fiscal management and the safeguarding of national wealth for future generations. The SWF is designed to absorb any upside in projected Citizenship by Investment (CBI) revenue, reduce the impact of volatile and uncertain CBI revenue on the budget, and help create fiscal buffers against natural disasters. The IMF’s support…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 3, 2025 (PMO) -– Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, officially launched the newly acquired CT scan machine at the Joseph N. France General Hospital. This advanced piece of medical equipment represents a major milestone in the nation’s ongoing efforts to improve healthcare services and ensure the well-being of citizens. Delivering brief remarks at a launch ceremony, Prime Minister Dr. Drew recognized the significant impact of the new CT scan on healthcare delivery in St. Kitts and Nevis. He emphasized the importance of the machine in diagnosing life-threatening conditions such as strokes,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 3, 2025 (PMO)— The International Monetary Fund (IMF), in its 2025 Article IV Mission report, has acknowledged the enhanced sustainability of the St. Kitts- Nevis Citizenship by Investment (CBI) program. In the report which was made available on February 26th, 2025, the IMF notes that “recent reforms to the [CBI] program, reinforced by international agreements, suggest that CBI revenue will likely be structurally lower but more sustainable going forward.” Established in 1984, the CBI program of St. Kitts and Nevis is the oldest of its kind, designed to attract foreign investment to bolster the Federation’s economic…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 28, 2025 (SKNIS): The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is advancing plans to strengthen the protection of the Royal Basseterre Valley National Park while promoting its future sustainable development. A natural fence for the designated green space along the Kim Collins Highway is now under construction. The barrier will help to protect the rich diversity of flora and fauna in the area, as well as the Basseterre Valley Aquifer. The aquifer supplies most of the Basseterre and Frigate Bay areas with fresh water. Minister of Sustainable Development and Environment, the Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, highlighted elements of the project while making a statement to the National Assembly on February…

Basseterre, St. Kitts – February 27, 2025 – In anticipation of the forthcoming ban on single-use plastics, the Department of Environment organized an informative and interactive public event entitled “Path to a Plastic-Free Future.” This initiative was a collaborative effort involving the Solid Waste Management team and the Taiwan Technical Mission, taking place at Independence Square. The primary objective was to raise awareness regarding the environmental and health implications of plastic waste while promoting sustainable solutions for a greener future. As the nation prepares to implement the phase-out of single-use plastics, this event aimed to empower individuals and businesses to…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 27, 2025 (SKNIS): Senior government officials, social influencers, community leaders and other participants in the Day of Interruption on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, were praised for their strong volunteerism, as the government addresses antisocial behaviour in schools. The Day of Interruption was a nationwide student intervention against crime and violence organized by the Citizen Security Secretariat. It featured Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Senior Minister, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Minister of State, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, members of the police high command, executives of political parties, rehabilitated prison inmates, and former inmates, faith-based leaders, entertainers,…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, February 27, 2025 (SKNIS) – The modernization of the 40-year-old government quarry took a significant step forward this past weekend with the addition of several essential pieces of equipment, including a secondary crusher, a crusher screen, and a RokBak truck. A primary crusher was previously acquired and commissioned in August 2024. Once fully operational, Minister of Public Infrastructure, the Honourable Konris Maynard, stated that these upgrades will significantly enhance production at the quarry to meet the increasing demand for materials. “With these additions, the quarry’s output is set to increase by over 300 percent, and so the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 27, 2025 (SKNIS): Minister of Sustainable Development and Environment, the Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, updated the nation on a recent fire at the Solid Waste Management Corporation (SWMC) Landfill at Conaree, noting that it spontaneously combusted due to the natural heat and gases generated from decomposing materials. While addressing the Federal Parliament on Thursday, February 27, 2025, Minister Clarke indicated that the fire was reported at approximately 1 a.m. on Tuesday, February 25, 2025. Plant operators supported by members of the St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services have contained the fire and are closely monitoring ongoing developments. “Unfortunately it will have to burn…