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Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 17, 2024 (SKNIS): The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Wednesday, September 18, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. Notice has been given. Five Bills will receive their first reading, while five others are slated for second reading. The government’s good governance legislative agenda continues as it commits itself to transparency, accountability and the Rule of Law. The Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Social Security, Dr. Terrance Drew, will seek…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 16, 2024 (SKNIS): The annual National Heroes Day observance in St. Kitts and Nevis on September 16, provides an opportunity for the nation to honour the contributions of the five giants who lead the transformation of the twin-island Federation. These men were the Late Right Excellencies Sir Robert L. Bradshaw, Sir C. A. Paul Southwell, Sir Joseph N. France and Sir Simeon Daniel as well as the Right Excellent and the Right Honourable Sir Kennedy A. Simmonds. However, the day is also marked with a tinge of anticipation as the newest members of the National Honours Awards are revealed.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 13, 2024 (SKNIS): Hundreds of young people across St. Kitts and Nevis participated in the inaugural Independence Youth Rally held on September 13, 2024 as part of activities marking the Federation’s 41st Anniversary of Independence. The streets of Basseterre were alive with the national colours of green, yellow, black, white and red as primary and secondary school students marched from Port Zante to the Warner Park Cricket Stadium for an energetic rally. Students carried placards and signs expressing patriotism and school pride, while others denounced crime and violence. At the rally, the students were entertained by…

Warner Park, Basseterre, Saint Kitts – September 13, 2024 – Today, at the National Youth Rally held at Warner Park in celebration of Independence, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew officially announced the launch of ASPIRE (Achieving Success through Personal Investment, Resources, and Education), a groundbreaking new financial education, savings, and investment programme for the nation’s youth. ASPIRE is the first initiative of its kind in the region, designed to equip the next generation of Saint Kitts and Nevis citizens with the tools, knowledge, and opportunities to build a bright financial future. The programme underscores the government’s commitment to fostering financial…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 12, 2024 (SKNIS): Government’s efforts to transform St. Kitts and Nevis’ education system to meet the needs of a modern society is being shared with students across St. Kitts by various ministers of government during the annual Independence Cabinet Schools Visits. Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, shared with students at the Saddler’s Primary School that education plays a crucial role in the development and progress of a nation. “We believe that education is critically important to advance our people so that ten, fifteen or twenty years from now, you…

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, September 12, 2024 – Some 2,000 pre-school, primary and secondary students in St Kitts are beneficiaries of a shipment of school supplies from the United States, according to the United States Embassy in Bridgetown, Barbados. The shipment, courtesy of the Denton Program, is valued at approximately USD$80,000 (EC$216,000) and is a combination of care packs and school supplies that will be distributed through the ATime4Us Foundation. It will benefit a number of families with school-age children across the island. The school supplies, which meet Ministry of Education requirements, will benefit 1,550 primary and high school students, 120…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 11, 2024 (SKNIS): Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is pleased to announce that nationals of the Federation will maintain their visa-free access to the United Kingdom (UK) through the upcoming rollout of the UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) scheme. The ETA, which applies to short-term stays for tourism, study, or business, will be a requirement starting in 2025. Starting November 27, 2024, nationals of St. Kitts and Nevis will be able to apply for the UK ETA using an app or online portal. This new system will officially come into effect on January 08, 2025.…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 10, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of Romania has congratulated the Government and people of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis on its 41st anniversary of Independence. In a congratulatory message sent to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, Her Excellency Mrs. Luminita Odobescu, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Romania said: “The celebration of the Independence Day of the Federation of Saint Christopher and Nevis gives me the pleasure to extend to you my most sincere congratulations and wishes of wellbeing and prosperity. Following up on our recent bilateral contacts…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 10, 2024 (SKNIS): Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Wednesday, 18 September, 2024, at 10 a.m. The Order Paper and other Papers will be issued at a later date. The National Assembly will be broadcast live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com Copies of the Bills will be made available…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of International Trade, Industry and Commerce and Consumer Affairs wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Air Quality Technician. The successful candidate will mostly be responsible for the technical aspect of the IAQ (Internal Air Quality) such as collecting and testing samples. Reports Directly to: Other Contacts Main Duties and Responsibilities: Minimum Qualifications and Experience: Requirements: In addition to the requirements above, the post holder must be able to: Salary: (K22- K27) ($41,196 – $51,180) per annum Applications must be accompanied by: ∙ Letter of Application ∙ Curriculum…