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Community leaders, parents, youth advocates, educators, camp organisers and other stakeholders gathered on Wednesday evening for a candid national discussion on youth violence, gang recruitment, and the growing social and economic impact of crime as the National Secretariat for Human Security and Wellbeing continued consultations on its upcoming Own Your Summer initiative. The consultation, held on 6th May, 2026, at the National Solid Waste Management Authority Conference Room, was led by the Secretariat’s Acting Programme Director Hance Richards and Coordinator, Eartha Carey, as part of the Secretariat’s ongoing engagement process under the broader Summer of Intervention programme. The session focused…

MEDIA RELEASE The Ministry of Health of Saint Kitts and Nevis is closely monitoring an international outbreak of Hantavirus infection linked to the expedition cruise vessel MV Hondius. While one citizen of the Federation was among the passengers aboard the vessel, there are currently no reported or suspected cases of Hantavirus in St. Kitts and Nevis. Health authorities are issuing this advisory to provide timely information to the public, encourage awareness of preventive measures, and reassure residents that the overall public health risk remains low at this time. An outbreak of Hantavirus infection has been reported aboard the MV Hondius,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 07, 2026 (SKNIS): Saint Kitts and Nevis is expected to expand its diplomatic influence in Southeast Asia with the establishment of a High Commission in Singapore.On Wednesday’s (May 06, 2026) edition of InFocus, Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, announced that the twin-island Federation has secured an Agrément from the government in Singapore and will “very shortly” open the new diplomatic facility. This is significant as no other Caribbean country has such a facility in the country.“Singapore is one of the more successful states financially and otherwise, and it is…

Press Release The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis wishes to assure the public that it is fully aware of recent concerns surrounding the presence and potential risks associated with Hantavirus, and is actively monitoring the situation with the highest level of attention and care. At this time, multiple relevant agencies, including the Ministry of Health and its technical departments, are independently conducting thorough investigations and assessments to determine the scope, source, and any potential public health implications. These efforts are being guided by established international health protocols and best practices to ensure accuracy, transparency, and the protection of public…

New York, 5 May 2026 – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is pleased to note the recent participation of Her Excellency Ambassador Dr. Mutryce A. Williams, Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis to the United Nations, in a United Nations ambassadorial high-level diplomatic and cultural exchange held in the Republic of Georgia. The engagement, fully sponsored by the Government of the Republic of Georgia, broughdct together eight other Permanent Representatives and Ambassadors to the United Nations for a programme of exchanges aimed at strengthening international cooperation, enhancing mutual understanding, and exploring opportunities for expanded multilateral engagement. Prime…

New York, 4 May 2026 – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is proud to announce that the Federation has been identified among only 40 of the 193 Member States of the United Nations to have a female-led Permanent Mission. This places Saint Kitts and Nevis within approximately 20.7% of UN Member States with women serving in such a senior diplomatic leadership role—a notable benchmark in global representation.  This recognition reflects the Federation’s deliberate and values-driven commitment to gender equality in international affairs and the elevation of women to positions of authority and influence in diplomacy. The Government extends…

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) established by Heads of Government, is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the following position at its Headquarters, stationed in Trinidad and Tobago:

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Implementation Agency for Crime and Security (IMPACS) established by Heads of Government, is seeking a suitably qualified individual to fill the following position at its Headquarters, stationed in Trinidad and Tobago:

The National Secretariat for Human Security and Wellbeing has continued its programme of national engagements with a high-level meeting held on Nevis on 26th April, 2026, reinforcing collaboration between the Federal Government and the Nevis Island Administration. The St. Kitts delegation was led by Senator Isalean Phillip, Co-Chair of the Human Security and Wellbeing Task Force. She was joined by Coordinator of the Secretariat, Ms. Eartha Carey, and Acting Programme Director, Mr. Hance Richards, who leads on research and data analysis. The delegation was received by the Cabinet of the Nevis Island Administration, led by Premier Mark Brantley. During the…