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Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 21, 2025 (SKNIS): The Order Paper has been issued for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Thursday, July 24, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Notice has been given. Three Bills will receive their second reading, as the government’s good governance legislative agenda continues. The Honourable Prime Minister and Minister responsible for Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Social Security, Dr. Terrance Drew, will move the second reading of the Larceny (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which had its first reading on July 10, 2025, and…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 21, 2025 (PMO) — The National Digital ID system is progressing according to plan, according to Prime Minister the Hon. Dr. Terrance  Drew. Full rollout of the project is expected by mid-2026 and a pilot launch is scheduled for January next year. Appearing on Freedom FM’s Issues programme on Thursday, July 17, Prime Minister Drew emphasized the importance of the digital ID for transforming public services, stating, “It will allow people to apply for birth certificates, passports, and other services entirely online, eliminating lines and paperwork.” This initiative represents a critical component of the Federation’s continued digital transformation under…

Panama City, Panama, July 21, 2025—Attorney General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Garth Wilkin, delivered a powerful and forward-thinking keynote address at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Caribbean Commercial Law Workshop, where he addressed scores of legal professionals from across the region on the transformative role of artificial intelligence (AI) in strengthening justice systems. Wilkin was specially invited by UWI’s Faculty of Law to deliver the keynote in recognition of St. Kitts and Nevis’ leadership in leveraging AI to enhance access to justice and promote public transparency. These advancements have…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 21, 2025 (PMO) – Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has announced that the geothermal energy project in Nevis is poised to enter a decisive phase, with the winning contractor for drilling production wells set to be named by the end of July. Speaking on Freedom FM’s Issues programme on Thursday, July 17, Dr. Drew underscored the significance of this milestone in achieving the government’s Sustainable Island State Agenda, stating, “We have raised the funding to construct the power plant, and by month‑end, the winning bid for the drilling works will be selected.” This project is a…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 21, 2025 (PMO) – Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew has been featured in the 76th issue of Diplomatic World Magazine, one of the world’s leading publications on global diplomacy, economic development, and international affairs. The multi-page feature, which spans pages 42 to 47 of the latest edition, provides readers with a compelling look at Dr. Drew’s transformative leadership and his government’s bold pursuit of sustainable national development. The article highlights the Prime Minister’s unwavering commitment to good governance, healthcare reform, renewable energy, and the development of St. Kitts and Nevis as a Sustainable Island State, a…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 18, 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 Thursday, July 24, 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…

The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis categorically denies any claims or suggestions of communication with Mr. Cole Palmer regarding a proposed 5v5 football competition. Mr. Palmer was invited to the Federation solely to inspire and uplift our young people. His presence was part of the Government’s ongoing commitment to youth engagement, aimed at encouraging our young citizens to reject crime and violence and instead embrace a life of purpose, discipline, and positive living. A key highlight of Mr. Palmer’s visit was his interaction with the youth of St. Kitts and Nevis. It was a powerful moment of mentorship, and…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, July 15, 2025 (MOA): It is my distinct honour and privilege to welcome you all to the virtual launch of the 19th Caribbean Week of Agriculture (CWA), which will be hosted this year in the beautiful Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis from September 29th to October 3, 2025, at the St. Kitts Marriott Hotel. This year’s theme, “Sowing Change, Harvesting Resilience: Transforming Our Caribbean Food Systems for 2025 and Beyond,” is both timely and profound. It reflects not only the urgency of our times but the unwavering resolve of our region to forge a path toward…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 15, 2025 (JNF Hospital Communications) — Emergency services at the Joseph Nathaniel France General Hospital have been enhanced significantly with the employment, on Monday July 14, of eleven individuals who had earlier in the year undergone a rigorous eight-week Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Basic Training. Three of the new employees will serve as orderlies, six as Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs), and two will serve as Paramedics, which in itself is a groundbreaking achievement for the Institutional-Based Services as it is the first time paramedics have been employed. “We have never had paramedics in our system before, so…