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My fellow citizens, residents, friends from near and far, HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! When we speak of independence, the word “freedom” naturally springs to mind. We hear phrases like “charting our own path” or “making our own decisions.” And rightfully so. But it beckons a deeper reflection—that true independence begins as an idea, a concept, a […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 (SKNIS): The 41st Independence Ceremonial Parade takes place tomorrow, (Thursday) September 19, at 8:00 a.m. at the Warner Park Cricket Stadium. The general public is invited to go out in their numbers wearing national colours to witness the parade that will feature precision military drills and several special demonstrations. […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 (SKNIS): In a historic step toward enhancing judicial efficiency, the Voluntary Bill of Indictment Bill, 2024, was successfully passed in the National Assembly on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. The Bill, first introduced on July 05, 2024, was spearheaded through the House by the Attorney General and Minister of Justice […]

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 (SKNIS) – The dream of homeownership is coming closer to reality for many persons across St. Kitts, as East Coast Housing Development and the National Housing Corporation (NHC) are moving ahead with the buildout of phase one of the housing programme. Two climate-smart model homes were previously built and […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 (SKNIS): The National Assembly of St. Kitts and Nevis has passed the Judge Alone Trials Bill, 2024, marking a significant step toward enhancing the efficiency and equity of the criminal justice system. The Bill was moved through the Assembly by the Honourable Garth Wilkin, Attorney General (AG) and Minister […]

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 (SKNIS) – On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, the St. Kitts and Nevis National Assembly passed two important pieces of legislation: the Companies (Amendment) Bill, 2024, and the Non-Government Organisations (Amendment) Bill, 2024. These bills enhance compliance with international obligations regarding anti-money laundering and anti-terrorism financing, aligning the Federation’s legislative […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew, has assured the public that the much-anticipated desalination plant at the Canada Estate will be commissioned within the next few weeks. This announcement was made during his remarks in the National Assembly on September 18, […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 (SKNIS): On Wednesday, September 18, 2024, the National Assembly of St. Kitts and Nevis passed the Proceeds of Crime and Asset Recovery (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The Bill, which aims to strengthen the country’s legal framework for combating financial crimes and recovering assets obtained through illegal activities, was moved through […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 (SKNIS): Seven members of the security forces in St. Kitts and Nevis – three from the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force and four from the St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) – successfully completed the six-week Junior Leaders Level 3 CVQ Course designed by the Regional Security System […]

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 18, 2024 – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis will be migrating to a new ePassport Issuing Control System (epics), scheduled to be deployed in November, 2024. Officials from the Ministry of National Security, including Permanent Secretary Glenroy Blanchette, Chief Immigration Officer Sheldon Jeffers and Passport Office Supervisor Floretta Saunders, […]