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BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, October 27, 2025 (SKNIS): Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Friday, October 31, 2025, at 10 a.m. The Order Paper and other Papers will be issued at a later date. The National Assembly will be broadcast live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com. Copies of the Bills will be made available…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 26, 2025 (PMO)- The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is pleased to confirm that twenty-seven (27) students studying in Jamaica have arrived safely home today, October 26th, following their evacuation coordinated by the Prime Minister’s Office in response to the threat posed by Hurricane Melissa. This emergency operation, executed with efficiency and compassion, was made possible through the generous assistance of Mr. Lyndon Gardiner, Chairman of InterCaribbean Airways, and his dedicated team, who provided safe transport and ensured the well-being of the students from departure to arrival. The Government expresses its profound gratitude to Mr.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 25, 2025 — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Prime Minister’s Office has successfully coordinated the evacuation of St. Kitts and Nevis nationals studying in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa continues to intensify. A chartered flight carrying twenty-seven (27) students departed from Kingston, Jamaica on Saturday evening, bound for Turks and Caicos and on to St. Kitts on Sunday October 26, 2025. Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew said the decision to act swiftly was driven by the Government’s fervent commitment to the safety and well-being of all nationals abroad. Arrangements have also been…

Friday, October 24, 2025 The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is closely monitoring Tropical Storm Melissa, which is expected to rapidly intensify into a major hurricane over the weekend. We are in active contact with our students in Jamaica, our Embassy in Cuba, and remain prayerfully concerned for our CARICOM partners in Haiti as the region prepares for potentially severe impacts. We wish to reassure our citizens abroad that their safety remains a top priority. Our teams are mobilized and ready to assist as needed. Students studying at UWI Jamaica are advised that the University has confirmed designated shelters…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, October 24, 2025 (SKNIS) – Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has hailed the inaugural visit of Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas — the world’s largest cruise ship — as a proud moment of progress and transformation for the Federation’s growing tourism sector. During an official plaque exchange ceremony at Port Zante on Thursday, October 23, 2025, to commemorate the ship’s inaugural call, Prime Minister Drew expressed immense pride in the milestone, describing it as a reflection of the Federation’s rising position as a premier tourism destination. “Today marks another…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 23, 2025 (PMO)– The Office of the Prime Minister advises that Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance M. Drew has departed the Federation on official business, today, October 23. During his absence, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, Deputy Prime Minister will serve as Acting Prime Minister. Prime Minister Drew is expected to return to the Federation shortly following the completion of his engagements abroad. End

Washington, D.C. — October 22, 2025 — The Embassy of Saint Kitts and Nevis proudly announces that Her Excellency Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin, the Federation’s Ambassador to the United States and Permanent Representative to the Organization of American States (OAS), has been awarded the Inter-American Defense Board (IADB) Medal. The honor, approved by the IADB Council on September 30, 2025, was formally presented on October 21, 2025, to distinguished individuals recognized for their contributions to fostering cooperation, trust, and mutual understanding among the Armed Forces of the Member States of the Americas based on the principles of integration through their collaboration…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, 23 October 2025 - Climate Analytics- an international non-governmental organization dedicated to strengthening climate resilience in small island developing states – in collaboration with the NDC Partnership, organized a Stakeholder Workshop on the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC) Investment Plan, Climate Change Policy, and National Loss and Damage Strategy on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, at the St. Kitts Marriot Resort. The event was facilitated by the Ministry of Environment, Climate Action, and Constituency Empowerment’s Climate Action Unit, which supported coordination and engagement with key national stakeholders to advance climate policy implementation. The Workshop formed part of the ongoing NDC Partnership…

Basseterre, St. Kitts – October 21, 2025 – The St. Kitts and Nevis NationalCouncil on Drug Abuse Prevention (NCDAP) has achieved a major milestone inthe nation’s prevention and education efforts with the official integration of the LivingAbove the Influence Primary School Substance Education Programme into theGrade Four curriculum across all public and some private primary schools inSt. Kitts.Developed by the National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention, the Living Above theInfluence programme is the Federation’s first standardised, evidence-informedsubstance use education and prevention initiative to be integrated in the school’scurriculum. Designed using prevention science, best practices, and feedbackfrom local educators and guidance…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, October 20, 2025 (MOA): The Ministry of Agriculture reminds all farmers and livestock owners that allowing your animals to roam at large is against the law. You are legally required to keep your animals securely fenced or tethered on approved land to prevent them from straying onto public roads or private property. Why This Matters · Roaming animals (cattle, sheep, goats, pigs, and horses) pose serious safety riskson roads. · They have caused accidents, injuries, and damage to crops, fruit trees, water systems and damage to property. What You Must Do · Regularly inspect and repair fences and…