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Basseterre, St. Kitts, April 08, 2024 (SKNIS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) Coast Guard Unit is moving full speed ahead with its Sea Cadet Corps programme and intends to graduate the first cohort in the next two weeks. The recruits have covered basic information and techniques since the Corps was formed in October last year. Over the next two weeks, approximately 50 of the recruits will explore new information and advanced techniques at the inaugural Sea Cadet Training Camp. Areas to be covered include nautical terminology, swimming evolution, drills, first aid, extinguishing agents and fire-fighting, basic navigation equipment,…

Basseterre, April 8th 2024 – You are cordially invited to embark on an insightful journey through the intricate workings of critical sectors under the purview of the esteemed Hon. Samal Duggins, Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources, Sports, Creative Economy, Small Business, Entrepreneurship, and Cooperatives. Progress Report, a compelling monthly video series, offers unparalleled access and exclusive insights into the dynamic world of governance led by Hon. Samal Duggins. Delve into the challenges, triumphs, and innovative strategies shaping the future of these vital, people-centered sectors. Each episode of Progress Report promises to captivate audiences with in-depth analyses and expert interviews into the transformative…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, April 8, 2024 (SKNIS) – Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, used a visit to the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) on Monday (April 8, 2024, to express his sympathies and that of the Government and people of St. Kitts and Nevis for the lives lost and injuries suffered during the 7.4 magnitude earthquake that struck the nation on Wednesday, April 05. Latest media reports from Taiwan indicate that rescue efforts are continuing in disaster-hit Hualien County, six days after the quake struck. A number of people are still reported missing. “We, of course,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, April 8, 2024 (Press Conference, PMO) – His Excellency Cornelis Hersbach, Ambassador of the Kingdom of the Netherlands to Saint Kitts and Nevis, recently concluded a significant series of engagements aimed at bolstering the longstanding relationship between the two nations. On Friday, March 5th, Ambassador Hersbach paid a courtesy call to the Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis at the Prime Minister’s Office, marking the beginning of constructive discussions to enhance bilateral cooperation. During his visit, Ambassador Hersbach signed a Maritime Delimitation Treaty between the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Kingdom…

The Caribbean Community Climate Change Centre (CCCCC) has received grant funding from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) for the implementation of the project “Transitioning the Water Supply in St. Kitts and Nevis to a Low Carbon, Climate Resilient Sector (SKN Transwater Project). The CCCCC intends to use part of the proceeds of the grant to contract a Consulting Firmto undertake the following contract “Consultancy to Conduct a project Design, Feasibility Study and Project Operational Manual to support the completion of the Funding Proposal. For more informatione, peruse the following documents: Requests for clarification should be received by the Centre no later than: Tuesday, 2nd April 2024. The…

The Community of Conaree, and the public in general are invited to the Conaree edition of “We Village Dat” on the Conaree Lawn on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 6 pm. Come on out to a brief Community Upliftment Activity and experience the culture of Conaree. Listen to the history of the area and be part of the presentation of awards to outstanding individuals in the areas of culture, education, business and sports. Two students will also be recognized for their excellence in cultural activities and academics. Be on hand to find out the individual who will be awarded in…

The Office of the Chief Medical Officer is issuing an urgent health advisory in response to the recent spike in maximum temperatures recorded the RLB International Meteorological Office over the past three days: With extremely warm days experiencing temperatures ranging from 31.4°C to 31.8°C, and an expected continuation of this trend through the week, the Office emphasizes the importance of taking immediate precautions to protect against the adverse effects of these high atmospheric temperatures. Health Tips for the Public: “The recent surge in temperatures presents a significant risk to public health, particularly for the elderly, young children, and those with…

The Human Resources Management Department (HRMD) is pleased to announce that we have partially reopened for business. We appreciate your patience and understanding during this time of transition. Please be informed that while we are making strides to fully operationalize our services, we currently do not have access to our file room. This limitation might affect the promptness of some of our services. We are committed to ensuring that your needs are met with the utmost diligence while also prioritizing the health and safety of our workers. A complete reopening of all services is anticipated in the coming weeks, and…

(MOA Basseterre,St.Kitts, April 5th 2024); In an effort to significantly enhance the capabilities of land preparation operators at the Department of Agriculture St. Kitts, highly trained and certified Auto Mechanic of Glade and Grove Machinery in Florida, Jason Hodge visited St. Kitts to provide specialised training to heavy equipment operators and staff of the Engineering Unit as well as personnel in the Vehicle Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department. By equipping land preparation operators with the necessary skills and knowledge, the Department of Agriculture aims to minimize downtime, reduce repair costs, and improve overall productivity. This initiative is part of a wider capacity…

Today is World Health Day! It is a global health awareness day that is celebrated on April 7, annually. The theme for today’s celebration is: “My Health, My Right.” This year’s theme underscores the fundamental truth, that access to good health is a basic human right. Every human being has the right to the highest attainable standard of health which is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease. The right to health is interrelated to other human rights which are in turn linked to the underlying determinants of health including those factors…