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The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, along with the Organization of Caribbean UtilityRegulators (OOCUR) and the Caribbean Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency(CCREEE), will host a workshop on electricity regulations in small island states within theCaribbean from March 12-14 at the Marriott Resort Frigate Bay. ​ The workshop, entitled “Right-sizing Electricity Regulations in […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 8, 2024 (SKNIS): St. Kitts welcomed the Carnival Venezia, a Vista-class cruise ship  operated by Carnival Cruise Line,  on March 8, 2024,  as part of its push towards furthering the tourism product.  Minister of Tourism, the Honourable Marsha Henderson, during a brief plaque exchange ceremony on the vessel, highlighted the beauty […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 08, 2024 (SKNIS): Seniors currently benefiting from the Poverty Alleviation Programme (PAP) can rest assured that they will continue to receive benefits from the Livelihood Improvement Family Transformation Programme (LIFT) when it launches on April 01, 2024. Most beneficiaries of PAP will have to confirm their information online for the LIFT […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts (08 March 2024) – Today, the beautiful island of St. Kitts joyfully welcomed the magnificent Carnival Venezia for its highly anticipated inaugural cruise call. The arrival of this vessel symbolizes the continued expansion of the destination’s cruise industry and strengthens the bond between St. Kitts and Carnival Cruise Line. The much-awaited inaugural cruise call […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 08, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, shared positive news on the enhancements made to the Cardin Home during the March 07 edition of ‘The Roundtable’. The improvements, he said, mark a notable advancement in the quality of care and environment for the residents […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 08, 2024 (SKNIS): In an announcement made during the March 07 edition of ‘The Roundtable,’ Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, updated the public on the official reopening of the Pharmacy at the Mary Charles Hospital in Molineux, scheduled for next week (Mid-March). This development marks […]

Her Excellency The Governor-General Dame Marcella Liburd, GCMG, JP. wishes to advise that she will be absent from the Federation from Friday, March 8, 2024 to Saturday, March 16, 2024. During Her Excellency’s absence from the Federation, His Excellency Mr. Walford Gumbs, OBE, JP, will serve as Governor-General’s Deputy. The post GOVERNMENT HOUSE PRESS RELEASE […]

A look at the relationship between women and the environment By: The Department of Environment Women have always played a significant role in relation to nature and the environment throughout history. Women were expected to tend to the crops, take care of natural resources, collect water and preserve food sources. Women, with their nurturing skills, […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 07, 2024 (SKNIS): The Livelihood Improvement Family Transformation (LIFT) programme has mechanisms built in that will aid in stabilising vulnerable families while helping to discourage complacency and attitudes of entitlement. Entitlement, non-productivity and a lack of transparency were major concerns shared by officials within the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs, […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 7, 2024 (SKNIS): During her appearance on the March 06 edition of ‘InFocus’, Minister of State responsible for Social Development, the Honourable Isalean Phillip spoke about the many benefits of the Livelihood Improvement Family Transformation (LIFT) programme that is set to launch on April 01, 2024.  LIFT is a social assistance […]