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Basseterre, St. Kitts, 30th August, 2024 (CFBC): The Faculty and Staff of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) bade farewell to Mr. Andrew Abraham, the fifth President of the CFBC, who was inaugurated on October 12, 2023. At the CFBC’s General Meeting of Faculty and Staff on 29th August, 2024, President Abraham was commended for his sterling contributions by the Chair of the CFBC Board, Dr. Tamu Browne and the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs, Dr. Moyia Rowtham, along with faculty and staff. His 18-year tenure at the tertiary academic institution saw him rise from the ranks of…

New York, New York (30 August 2024) – On Wednesday 29th August 2024, H.E. Dr. Mutryce Williams brought congratulatory greetings on behalf of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis to H.E. Robert Rae, Canada’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations and the newly elected President of the Economic and Social Council of the United Nations (ECOSOC). This Council, one of the primary organs of the UN, deals with economic, social, cultural and health matters as well as human rights and fundamental freedoms. It also coordinates the work of the UN and its specialized agencies.Ambassador Rae, no stranger to the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts,August 29, 2024 (SKNIS): The Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship applauded the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank (SKNANB) for the launch of its new programme, “Banking on Small Business,” which seeks to strengthen and advance the growth of small businesses and support aspiring entrepreneurs throughout the Federation. During a presentation to the bank on August 28, the Minister of Small Business and Entrepreneurship, the Honourable Samal Duggins commended the National Bank for its visionary approach in addressing the critical needs of small businesses. “I am particularly encouraged by the National Bank’s forward thinking approach to recognising the importance…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 29, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has made a significant investment of more than one million dollars towards the renovation of the Cayon High School, ensuring that when the the new academic year starts on Monday, September 02, students and teachers can return to a safe and welcoming environment that is conducive to the teaching and learning process. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, led Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, on a follow-up walkthrough of the school facility on Wednesday (August 28) where…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 27, 2024 (SKNIS): In a bold move towards the future, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is pressing ahead with its commitment to modernising the nation’s infrastructure, particularly in the critical sectors of health and education. During the ‘Roundtable’ discussions held on August 27, at the Koi Resort, Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, unveiled plans for the start of the climate-smart hospital over the next few months. “This will be a project that would take approximately three years and would employ hundreds of people,” said Prime Minister Dr. Drew. Dr. Drew said that…

Her Excellency The Governor-General Dame Marcella Liburd, GCMG, JP. wishes to advise that she will be absent from the Federation from Thursday, August 29, 2024, to Wednesday, September 4, 2024. During Her Excellency’s absence from the Federation, His Excellency Mr. Walford Gumbs, OBE, JP, will serve as Governor-General’s Deputy.

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 28, 2024 (SKNIS) – Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, congratulated the St. Kitts-Nevis-Anguilla National Bank on the launch of its new programme, “Banking on Small Business,” which is designed to support the growth and development of small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs within the Federation. The financial institution’s new initiative was introduced during a ceremony held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on Wednesday, August 28, 2024. The event was attended by members of the Federal Cabinet, officials from the Ministry of Small Business and Entrepreneurship, and the leadership and management staff of the National…