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(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 07 April 2025): In a continued effort to strengthen the local agriculture sector and boost pineapple production, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Department of Agriculture, successfully hosted a hands-on pineapple training session at the Tabernacle Outreach Centre on Wednesday, April 2, 2025. The session forms part of the government’s broader initiative to support farmers through technical assistance, with a focus on increasing productivity and crop quality across the island. The training targeted farmers who previously received pineapple suckers from the department. These participants were guided through key cultivation techniques to ensure successful…

Washington D.C., April 8, 2025 — Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin, Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the Organization of American States (OAS) and Chair of the Committee on Hemispheric Security, recently participated in the 2025 Latin America Defense and Security Fair (LAAD), held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Ambassador Henry-Martin was a key member of the Inter-American Defense Board (IADB) delegation, which also included representatives from Antigua and Barbuda, Brazil, Canada, El Salvador, the United States, Haiti, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and the Dominican Republic. The composition of the delegation underscored the inclusive and integrative nature of the IADB, highlighting…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 08, 2025 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Office of the Prime Minister and the Office of the Ambassador of Sports, today, April 8th, reaffirmed its unwavering support for the nation’s youth and athletics program with a timely contribution to St. Kitts Nevis Athletics (SKN Athletics). In a brief yet significant handover ceremony, His Excellency Kenneth Douglas, Ambassador of Sports, officially presented a cheque to Mr. Delwayne Delaney, President of St. Kitts Nevis Athletics. The donation is earmarked to assist local athletes currently in training for the 2025 CARIFTA Games, scheduled to…

United Nations, New York (8 April 2025) – On Friday April 4, 2025, H.E. Dr. Mutryce Williams graced the podium of the United Nations General Assembly to deliver an inspiring and stirring address to young people from around the world at the Future We Want: Global Initiative for Young Leaders which was held in New York from April 3-6, 2025. The theme of the Conference was, “Empowering Youth to Reinforce Multilateralism: Engaging Youth Leadership in Building a World of Peace.” In her address Ambassador Williams said, “As the Permanent Representative to the United Nations, of the smallest independent country in…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, April 7, 2025 – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) have taken decisive actions to preserve the integrity and international reputation of the Federation’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme. Following a comprehensive investigation by the Ministry of National Security, Immigration, and Citizenship, the Government has issued the Saint Christopher and Nevis Citizenship (Deprivation of Citizenship) Order, 2025. This Order has resulted in the revocation of citizenship from 13 individuals and their dependents who were found to have failed to pay the statutory minimum investment required under the CBI Programme,…

Washington, D.C., April 7, 2025 – The Organization of American States (OAS) recently hosted the Twenty-Sixth Inter-American Congress of Ministers and High Authorities of Tourism, a two-day conference, at its Washington D.C. Headquarters under the theme, “Harnessing the Power of Heritage Tourism for Development in the Americas.” Representing the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis was Permanent Secretary (PS) in the Ministry of Tourism, Ms. Tivanna Wharton, who delivered a compelling presentation centered on the role of heritage tourism in economic empowerment, cultural preservation, and sustainable development. PS Wharton lauded the OAS for spotlighting micro and small tourism enterprises and…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 03, 2025 (PMO) — In observance of World Health Day 2025, The Ministry of Health, headed by Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, launched a landmark two-day national program designed to deliver targeted, high-quality maternal and newborn health services to families across the Federation. The initiative, which falls under this year’s global theme “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” reflects the government’s strategic focus on nurturing life from its earliest stages and strengthening family health as a pillar of national development. The program is being implemented in all community health centers throughout St. Kitts and Nevis, bringing compassionate,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 03, 2025 (PMO) — In a significant move to improve the health and well-being of mothers and newborns across the Federation, Prime Minister and Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, announced two transformative national health initiatives in recognition of World Health Day 2025. The initiatives—the reintroduction of perinatal reviews and the launch of a groundbreaking Maternity Care Navigator (MCN) programme—reflect the government’s deep commitment to the theme of this year’s observance: ‘Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures.’ Speaking with conviction and compassion during his national address to commemorate World Health Day 2025, Prime Minister Drew emphasized the…

United Nations, New York (7 April 2025) The Permanent Mission of St. Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations informed the august body of the federation’s decision to seek a seat on the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). The Economic and Social Council, one of the six organs of the UN, is at the heart of the United Nations system. It holds the responsibility for coordinating the UN’s economic, social, humanitarian, and cultural activities. It is the central platform for fostering debate and innovative thinking, forging consensus on ways forward, and coordinating efforts to achieve internationally agreed goals.…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts – 4th April 2025 – Following his participation in the AFRI-Caribbean Investment Summit (AACIS 25), the Hon. Samal Duggins, Minister of Sports, Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives, and the Creative Economy, has announced a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Warri Kingdom of Nigeria. This strategic partnership marks a significant step in strengthening cultural, economic, and social collaboration between Africa and the Caribbean. The agreement reflects the shared vision of both regions to promote youth and women empowerment, creative industries, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. …