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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, October 04, 2024 (SKNIS) – At the commissioning of the new six (6) Megawatt Temporary Power Plant at the St. Kitts Electricity Co. Ltd (SKELEC), on October 04, 2024, Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, highlighted that St. Kitts and Nevis is in the transition towards reducing its dependence on fossil […]

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, October 04, 2024 (SKNIS) – The National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention has engaged thirty frontline workers in a training programme designed to equip them with the necessary tools to identify and ultimately address substance abuse issues within communities. This is being done through the Universal Prevention Curriculum Core Course, which commenced […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts (October 4th, 2024)— In a significant move towards ensuring reliable and sustainable electricity for the island of St. Kitts, the St. Kitts Electricity Company Ltd. (SKELEC) has commissioned a 6MW temporary power plant, marking a key milestone in addressing the island’s growing electrical demands. The 6MW Temporary Power Plant is one of […]

BASSETERRE, St Kitts, 26 September 2024 – The Ministry of Sustainable Development through the Department of Physical Planning is set to submit for approval to the Federal Cabinet of St Kitts and Nevis, an amendment of national environmental legislation and related regulations, policies, standards, and proposed modifications that will all support the implementation of the […]

CHARLESTOWN, Nevis, 30 September 2024 – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, concluded a three-day workshop from 23-25 September 2024 at Nevis Red Cross, aimed at developing a framework for tracking the country’s Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC) actions. Following that training, a […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 03, 2024 (SKNIS): The importance of a strong and resilient cybersecurity system was emphasised at a Cybersecurity Awareness Forum held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on October 03, 2024. The event brought together public and private sector officials from St. Kitts and Nevis, regional representatives and local secondary school students. The […]

St. Kitts and Nevis, October, 2024 — Project ELEVATE took significant strides in the Federation’s drive towards food security as Project Coordinator Alicia Collins, alongside participants of Elevate, Extension Officer for District 6, Mr. Mark Adams, and key stakeholders, conducted a field assessment in District 6. The team, which included Mr. Lesroy Benjamin, Mr. Leroy […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 03, 2024 (SKNIS): The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, in its efforts to achieve a sustainable island state, is rapidly positioning itself as a leader in digital transformation within the Caribbean, thanks to the strategic efforts of the government and the widespread access to technology among its citizens. During the […]

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, October 02, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew continued his efforts to advance agricultural development by touring Southern University and A&M College’s Agricultural Research and Extension Center (SUAREC) on October 2, 2024. This visit was part of a broader initiative aimed at strengthening ties with international institutions that can […]

Baton Rouge, Louisiana, October 02, 2024 (SKNIS): Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, commenced a fruitful visit to Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on October 02, 2024, and engaged in discussions aimed at enhancing educational collaborations between the university and the Federation, focusing on creating opportunities for student exchange programmes […]