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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, 9th November, 2023- The Ministry of Environment, Climate Action, and Constituency Empowerment recently launched a public awareness campaign with the central message “Our Islands, Our Responsibility.” This initiative, led by the Department of Environment (DoE), aims to eradicate the widespread use of single-use plastics, emphasizing the government’s unwavering commitment to phasing out these environmental hazards. At the heart of this endeavor, lies the banning, phasing out, and replacement of selected single-use plastics, with a particular focus on plastic bags, Styrofoam, and polystyrene which is the material that appliances such as refrigerators, microwaves and stoves are made from.  These products have a…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 09, 2023 (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Environment and Climate Action, emphasized the crucial role of public involvement, particularly among the youth, in the drive for sustainability, as a guest on the November 08 episode of Infocus. Dr. Clarke shared insights on the intersection of public awareness and long-term environmental strategies. “This is so critical because the idea around sustainability, which is long-term, really requires buy-in from the public but from the younger generation,” Minister Clarke said. In a recent initiative to bolster environmental awareness, the Department of Environment launched an educational campaign targeting…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 09, 2023 (SKNIS): The Ministry of Sustainable Development is using the month of November to focus energies within the government and to mobilize private sector stakeholders in “Building Momentum Towards Sustainability.” That’s the theme for the inaugural Month of Sustainability organized by the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment. The month-long initiative was conceived by the Minister responsible for the aforementioned ministries, the Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke. On the November 08, 2023, edition of InFocus, Rhon Boddie, Director of the Urban Development Unit, noted that the local commemoration complements the government’s reset initiative announced…

With 80 million Latin American and Caribbean students benefiting and 14 years of implementation in the region, the partnership between Brazil and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations with countries in Latin America and the Caribbean is entering a new phase. Brasilia, Brazil, November 7, 2023 – With the aim of presenting the results and impacts of the 14-year international cooperation in school feeding for Latin America and the Caribbean between the Brazilian Cooperation Agency (ABC), the National Fund for Educational Development (FNDE), and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the international event…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 8 2023); Recognizing the importance of beekeeping in agriculture, the Department of Agriculture St. Kitts, through its Livestock  Division extends an invitation to all Beekeepers and persons interested in becoming apiarists to a  series of crucial consultations that will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of the apiculture  sector.  Facilitator and Extension Officer with responsibility for Beekeeping, Monroe Tweed will lead the discussion with a presentation that will address the challenges and opportunities within the beekeeping industry. This consultation serves as a platform for stakeholders to come together, exchange ideas, and collectively work…

The St. Kitts Tourism Authority (SKTA) is seeking applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the position of Chief Executive Officer. General Definition The St. Kitts Tourism Authority wishes to appoint a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) who will provide strategic leadership to the organization and strengthen its position as a forward-thinking, globally active brand as a premier travel destination. The incumbent is accountable for the strategic plan, direction, leadership, and overall success, including oversight of the effective delivery of outputs and results of the SKTA, with strong passion, inspiration, and commitment to the role. The incumbent is also responsible for …

The St. Christopher & Nevis Social Security Board (SSB) invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the post of Corporate Secretary. The position is tenable in the St. Kitts Office. About Us: St. Christopher (St. Kitts) and Nevis Social Security Fund is a compulsory insurance fund established by an Act of Parliament in 1977. It began operations on February 1, 1978, taking over from the National Provident Fund, which was basically a retirement savings scheme with limited other benefits. JOB PURPOSE The main purpose of this role is to establish, develop and maintain systems and processes that ensure good…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 9, 2023 (SKNIS): The Department of Urban Development, in collaboration with the Department of Environment, is set to propose an Urban Resilience Development Plan to the Cabinet on November 13. One of the movers of this plan, Director for the Urban Development Unit, Rhon Boddie, explained that the plan entails several projects that are designed to enhance the Greater Basseterre area. Mr. Boddie provided this information while appearing on InFocus on November 8, 2023. He also said that the plan was created in 2022 when the Urban Development Unit hired a consultant to analyze the space of Greater Basseterre and make recommendations for…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 09, 2023 (SKNIS): The demolition of the apartment block on West Street, Newtown, is complete, and the land has been cleared of debris in preparation for the construction of a new modern apartment block. The dwelling at East Street, Newtown, is also set to be demolished next week to be replaced by a modern residential structure for families. The demolition and construction work is part of the government’s strategy to meet the demand for affordable housing, as explained by Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew. At his monthly press conference with cabinet ministers on Tuesday, November…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 8 2023); The St. Kitts Nevis National Cooperative League in collaboration with the Department of Cooperatives will be hosting the annual St. Kitts Nevis National Cooperative League (SKNNCL) Department of Cooperatives Primary School Quiz 2023 on Thursday, 9th November, 2023. A total of seventeen primary schools in the federation will be competing in the preliminaries for a chance to snag the championship title from last year’s winners- the Joshua Obadiah Primary School. The two schools with the highest scores will advance to the finals which is slated to be held on Tuesday 21st November at…