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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis – In the spirit of unity and aspiration that defines the nation’s 43rd Anniversary of Independence—“One People, One Vision, Endless Possibility”—the Prime Minister’s Office has officially opened the call for nominations for the 2026 National Honours Awards.  These prestigious awards stand as the Federation’s highest recognition of extraordinary citizenship. They honour those whose dedication, innovation and selfless service have not only accelerated Saint Kitts and Nevis’ development but have also embodied the very essence of our progress. From pioneers in education and healthcare to champions of community development, culture and enterprise, the National Honours Awards…

Basseterre, St. Kitts 2 June 2026 – The Department of Environment Ozone Unit recently hosted a six-day Certification Training in Good Refrigeration Practices for refrigeration and air-conditioning (RAC) technicians. This event was organized under the country’s HCFC Phase-out Management Plan and coordinated in cooperation with the United Nations Environment Programme. The workshop, which took place from May 26th to 30th, successfully trained over 12 local RAC technicians. The training focused on practical, results-oriented instruction aimed at reducing the use and emissions of hydrochlorofluorocarbons (HCFCs) in the servicing sector, a key area of concern as it remains the largest user of…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts and Nevis – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis wishes to assure the public that it has not authorised any increase in the price of basic bread (commonly known as ‘dollar bread’). All bakeries and other relevant entities are hereby advised to maintain existing prices. No price increase shall take place without prior consultation and approval from the relevant authorities, including the National Cost-of-Living Task Force. The Government will continue to monitor the situation closely to protect consumers from unjustified price hikes. END

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis – The Independence 43 Organising Committee has officially announced the theme and logo for the upcoming 43rd Anniversary of Independence, set to take place in September 2026. Following a month-long theme competition launched on March 30, 2026, the Committee received an overwhelming 336 submissions from citizens across the nation and in the diaspora. The winning entry comes from Dr. Jenson S. Morton of Willett’s Village, St. Paul’s: “One People, One Vision, Endless Possibility: Independence 43.” Dr. Morton’s theme captures the essence of a united Federation looking confidently toward the future—grounded in shared identity, driven by collective purpose and unlimited in…

New York, United Nations Headquarters, (2nd June, 2026) – On 19th June, 2026, the Vulnerability and Resilience Country Profile (VRCP) pilot programme of Saint Kitts and Nevis was prominently featured in one of four dedicated thematic sessions of the High-Level Retreat on Operationalizing the Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI), held at United Nations Headquarters. The VRCP session was moderated by Ms. Uzumma Erume, RCO Economist for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, and featured panelists H.E. Dr. Ambassador Mutryce Williams, Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations, and Dr. Justin Ram, VRCP Consultant. The discussion provided an in-depth…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, June 01, 2026 (SKNIS): Citizens and residents across Saint Kitts and Nevis are now benefiting from free medical services provided by the North American Taiwanese Medical Association (NATMA), which has launched its first-ever medical mission to the Federation. The medical mission, led by Dr. Charles Hsu, brings together 17 U.S.-licensed and Canada-based healthcare professionals who will provide complimentary medical care from June 1 to June 4 at health facilities across both Saint Kitts and Nevis. The volunteer delegation includes specialists in family medicine, internal medicine, paediatrics, dentistry, pharmacy, acupuncture, and medical support services. In addition to offering…

St. Kitts and Nevis National Commission for UNESCO (BASSETERRE, St. Kitts) –With technical support from UNESCO, the UN’s specialized education agency, St. Kitts andNevis is set to become one of the few Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to integrateEducation for Sustainable Development (ESD) into its national curriculum beginningSeptember 2026. According to Dr. Tricia Esdaille, Senior Assistant Secretary in the Ministry of Education andlead for the national ESD initiative, the Ministry’s Curriculum Development Unit hasstrengthened ESD content across the curriculum. A pilot of the enhanced curriculum willlaunch in the 2026–2027 academic year, with Grade 3 and Grade 5 students among thefirst…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 31, 2026 (SKNIS): Today, (May 31, 2026) is celebrated as Centenarians Day in Saint Kitts and Nevis. The annual commemoration recognises and celebrates the contributions of seniors across the Federation who are 100 years old and older. As has been the tradition over the past several years, Governor-General, Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd, accompanied by Minister of State responsible for Ageing, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, and other ministry officials, visited every centenarian and presented each with a token of appreciation on reaching this milestone. Centenarians in Nevis were honoured on Thursday, May 28, 2026. Deputy Governor-General,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 30, 2026 (SKNIS): As the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season approaches, Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, convened a critical disaster preparedness meeting on Saturday, May 30, 2026, at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) Conference Room to assess the Federation’s readiness and response capabilities in the event of a natural disaster. The proactive meeting brought together key stakeholders and members of the National Disaster Committee (NDC) to review preparedness measures, identify areas requiring attention, and strengthen coordination among agencies responsible for disaster management and emergency…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 29, 2026 (SKNIS): Saint Kitts is once again being recognised as a premier tourist destination by travel professionals, media and consumers. The island has secured four prestigious nominations for the 2026 World Travel Awards, including a nomination for Caribbean Adventure Destination.The other three nominations are for Caribbean Cultural Destination, Caribbean Dive Destination, and Caribbean Tourist Board. Persons are strongly encouraged to cast a vote for Saint Kitts in any of the four categories by visiting www.worldtravelawards.com/nominees/2026/caribbean“Tourism continues to stand as one of the strongest pillars of our economy and remains a vital driver of growth, community engagement, job creation, and national transformation,” said Minister of Tourism and International Transport, the Honourable Marsha Henderson. Speaking at a…