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The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs wishes to invite suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Task Force Officer. The task force officer will provide direct care and continuous supervision to residents at the New Horizons Rehabilitation Center. They play a critical role in maintaining the safety and security of residents, staff, and visitors at the New Horizons Center. Additionally, the officer will deliver security services, including escorts and crowd control, at other Ministry offices and during Ministry-organized activities. The officer is responsible for ensuring the implementation of the…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 5 June 2024): The Department of Agriculture located at LaGuerite, St. Kitts opened its doors to the little learners of the Diligent Hands Abike Montessori Academy Preschool on Friday 24th May 2024. The group of twenty-five including students, parents and staff, were delighted as they were treated to a tour of the Department’s many divisions. The students learned about the many different types of plants, the method of propagation, animals, feed and fertilizers, the importance of agriculture and knowing where their food comes from. They were also given the opportunity to learn about the various…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, June 05, 2024 (SKNIS) – As part of its mandate to transform and modernise healthcare services in St. Kitts and Nevis, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has introduced a new high-speed, cutting-edge ICT network for the healthcare system, marking a crucial step in the digitisation of the public health sector. The new network falls under the St. Kitts Health Services ICT Project, funded by the Universal Service Fund (USF) of the National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC) and undertaken by the St. Kitts-Nevis Communications Ltd (The Cable). The first component of the project was the building…

Dear Community Members, We are pleased to invite you to an important public consultation regarding the proposed regulations for small-scale renewable energy. This session will provide a platform to discuss the framework and implications of these new regulations, ensuring that they align with our community’s needs and sustainability goals. Key Details of the Public Consultation: Objective: To gather feedback and insights from various stakeholders on the proposed small-scale renewable energy regulations. Participants: Community members, industry experts, local businesses, and any interested parties are encouraged to attend. Benefits: Your participation will directly influence the development of regulations that promote efficient and…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 5 June 2024): The Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) in collaboration with the Mexican Agency for International Development Cooperation (AMEXCID) hosted a two-day workshop on the operation and maintenance of Solar Pump Irrigation Systems (SPIS) for St. Kitts and Nevis beneficiary farmers. This initiative promoted technological innovations, such as solar-powered (micro) irrigation systems to improve water efficiency and management (e.g. hydroponics and rainwater harvesting), and access to clean and renewable energy (solar and wind), to increase overall agricultural productivity and efficiency in water use across the twin island federation. The first session was…

Basseterre, St. Kitts- June 5th , 2024— The Minister responsible for Agriculture, Hon. Samal Duggins, is thrilled to announce significant progress in the construction of the Poultry Hatchery facility, a cornerstone of the St. Kitts and Nevis Layer Chicken Industry Sustainable Development Project. This transformative initiative, undertaken in partnership with the Taiwanese government, is poised to enhance the agricultural sector, provide substantial economic benefits, and ensure greater food security for the nation. “During my last visit, the groundwork was just beginning. Today, I am immensely proud to see the main structure of the hatchery facility complete, with state-of-the-art incubation and hatchery…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 3 June 2024): Registration is now open to all vendors, meat producers, fishers, agro-processors, and small business owners who would like to secure their spots for the upcoming Agri-Night Market-Music Festival edition, which is set to be held at the Basseterre Public Market on Wednesday, 26th June 2024 from 5:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m. on Wednesday, 26th June 2024. The registration forms are now available at the Basseterre Public Market, the Department of Agriculture, LaGuerite, Department of Marine Resources and the Ministry of Agriculture, Building #16, Port Zante. This month’s edition of the local food-promoting…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 04, 2024 (SKNIS): Under the leadership of Prime Minister, The Honourable Dr Terrance Drew, the Cabinet Ministers convened on Monday, June 03, 2024 and made essential decisions to enhance the well-being of our people.  The Cabinet of Ministers received a presentation on the 2022 Population and Housing Census of St Kitts and Nevis by Carlton Phipps (Director of Statistics) and Corneil Williams (Social Statistician, Department of Statistics). Mr. Williams described the census exercise as a comprehensive enumeration of the entire population, gathering data on demographics, behaviour, and housing conditions through face-to-face interviews. The census covered individuals across both islands, utilising 295 Enumeration Districts. Initial fieldwork began in…

Basseterre, St. Kitts. June 4, 2024.- Mikyle Louis, an exceptionally promising right-handed batsman from St. Kitts, has been selected to the West Indies Test Cricket Team. This marks a historic moment as Louis’s debut in the upcoming test series against archrivals England will be the first time a player from St. Kitts has made it to the Senior West Indies side. St. Kitts and Nevis stands proud with his selection to the Test side. Louis’s selection follows a domineering performance in his maiden West Indies First Class tournament, while playing for the Leeward Islands Hurricanes. Over 14 innings, he accumulated…