Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 16, 2025 (SKNIS) — During the May 15th Sitting of the National Assembly, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew unveiled a landmark advancement in the Federation’s border management and tourism infrastructure: the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) System, set to launch on May 26, 2025. This initiative underscores the government’s commitment to innovation, national security, and […]
Archive for May 16th, 2025
ST. KITTS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PROMOTES ECO-FRIENDLY FARMING SOLUTIONS AT FIELD SEMINAR
(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 12 May 2025): In a collaborative effort to promote sustainable agriculture, the Department of Agriculture, St. Kitts and Caribbean Chemicals Ltd hosted an impactful field seminar on Thursday, May 8, 2025, at Fahies Estate in Newton Ground. The event welcomed a wide cross-section of local farmers and agricultural stakeholders to explore […]
Prime Minister Drew Reinforces Bold Commitments to Strengthening the Nursing Fraternity and Regional Leadership in Healthcare
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 15, 2025 (PMO)— During the latest edition of The RoundTable, May 13th, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, reaffirmed his administration’s ongoing commitment to elevating the nursing profession and transforming the nation into a regional hub for nursing education and leadership. Speaking in recognition of International Nurses Week, […]
NATIONAL ASSEMBLY MEETS ON THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 16, 2025 (SKNIS): Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at 10 a.m. The Order Paper and other Papers will be issued at a later date. The National Assembly will be broadcast […]
PUBLIC SHIFTING AWAY FROM SINGLE-USE PLASTICS
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 16, 2025 (SKNIS): The national momentum for the ban on single-use plastics in Saint Kitts and Nevis is growing as statistics and consumer feedback indicate a shift in public behaviour. Shipping data analysed by the Customs and Excise Department indicates a “significant reduction” in the importation of banned items such as t-shirt […]
PRIME MINISTER DREW COMMENDS JAHZARA CLAXTON FOR SELECTION TO WEST INDIES SENIOR SQUAD
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 15, 2025 (SKNIS): Saint Kitts and Nevis multi-sport star Jahzara Claxton received commendations from Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, for becoming the first female from Saint Kitts to be selected to the West Indies Senior Women’s Team. Ms. Claxton’s selection to the 15-woman squad for the May 21 to […]
NATIONAL ASSEMBLY OF SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS STRENGTHENS PRISON LAWS TO BOLSTER NATIONAL SECURITY
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 15, 2025 (SKNIS): The Honourable Attorney General (AG) and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, Garth Wilkin, on Thursday, 15 May 2025, expressed strong support for the Prison (Amendment) Bill, 2025, during the sitting of the National Assembly, describing the legislation as a critical measure in the government’s broader plans to […]
GOVERNMENT OF SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS INTRODUCES STIFFER PENALTIES TO ENHANCE PRISON SECURITY
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 15, 2025 (SKNIS) – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has taken bold legislative action to bolster citizen security with the passage of the Prison (Amendment) Bill, 2025, in the National Assembly on Thursday, May 15. The updated legislation introduces significantly tougher penalties for individuals found attempting to smuggle contraband […]