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Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 10, 2025 (PMO)— Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has reiterated his government’s unwavering commitment to advancing gender equality, emphasizing that women’s empowerment is not just a moral imperative but a necessity for national progress. Speaking at the International Women’s Day Award Ceremony hosted by the Department of Gender Affairs, Prime Minister Drew called for a shift from recognition to accelerated action, ensuring that women in St. Kitts and Nevis continue to break barriers in all sectors of society. The Prime Minister acknowledged the remarkable strides made in the Federation, including the historic appointment of the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 10, 2025 (PMO)— The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis’ Budget Boost Wallet (BBW) program has been widely embraced by the public, demonstrating significant impact in providing financial assistance for essential goods and services. At a recent Cabinet-wide press conference, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew shared the latest figures highlighting the program’s success. Launched in January 2025, the BBW initiative offers EC$1,500 in direct financial assistance over six months to eligible individuals earning EC$5,000 or less per month. The funds are credited monthly to a digital wallet via the JAD Platform and can be used exclusively…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 10, 2025 (PMO)— Saint Kitts and Nevis is strategically positioning itself to become a net exporter of renewable energy, capitalizing on the European Union’s (EU) growing interest in sourcing green hydrogen from the Caribbean. Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew highlighted this significant economic opportunity during a recent Cabinet-wide press conference (March 6th), emphasizing the alignment with the nation’s Sustainable Island State Agenda. “The EU has expressed a strong interest in buying renewable energy, including hydrogen, from our region. This means that beyond achieving energy independence, St. Kitts and Nevis has the potential to become an energy…

St. Kitts and Nevis, March 10, 2025 (SKNBS): The St. Kitts and Nevis Bureau of Standards (SKNBS) is set to host a pivotal workshop aimed at strengthening national quality infrastructure through the Development of the National Standardisation Strategies (NSS). Scheduled for March 13, 2025, at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort, this session will be held under the theme, “Building Awareness, Confirming Research Findings, and Setting Standards Priorities.” Bringing together key stakeholders from various sectors, this initiative is a critical component of the ACP QI Programme, a collaborative effort between the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Regional Organisation for Standards and Quality (CROSQ)…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 07, 2025): The Department of Marine Resources of St. Kitts and Nevis (DMR) hosted a critical focus group meeting on Wednesday March 06, 2025 at the Old Road Fisheries Complex. The session brought together local fishers and vessel operators to discuss the use of biodegradable panels on fish pots as a solution to mitigate ghost fishing and reduce the impact of abandoned, lost, or discarded fishing gear (ALDFG) on marine life. Ghost fishing remains a significant challenge in marine conservation. When durable fishing gear is lost at sea, it continues to trap and kill marine organisms,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 07, 2025 (SKNIS): Construction of the new Basseterre High School is expected to begin in the coming weeks as the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis prepares to meet a key commitment to have a modern facility that capitalises on latest teaching and learning techniques and technology. “It will be one like no other in the region,” said Deputy Prime Minister and Minister and Minister of Education, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, at a press conference with members of the Cabinet on Thursday (March 06, 2025). The demolition of the buildings on the Basseterre High School grounds began…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 06, 2025 (SKNIS): Approximately 300 regional and international delegates will gather in Saint Kitts and Nevis for the Global Sustainable Island Summit (GSIS) slated for May 27-29, 2025, reinforcing the Federation’s commitment to sustainability while positioning itself as a leader in conference tourism. The event is being coordinated by Island Innovation, led by James Ellsmoor and his team, working closely with local event lead Sharon Rattan. The five-day Global Sustainable Island Summit (GSIS) will focus on sustainable development and climate resilience through partnerships targeted at island states. The Ministry of Youth Empowerment will partner with the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, March 06, 2025 (SKNIS): The first building in the East Street Affordable Housing Development is nearing completion and will soon welcome four families as the government, through the National Housing Corporation (NHC), works to meet the tremendous demand for housing. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Housing, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, visited the two-storey building on Wednesday, (March 05, 2025) to evaluate the progress of the four apartments, each of which will feature two bedrooms. He explained that the project is part of the efforts to rehabilitate the East Basseterre area, which he represents in the Federal…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, March 06, 2025 (SKNIS) – At the conclusion of the 48th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in Barbados on February 21, regional leaders agreed to extend the 25 by 2025 initiative by five years. This decision was made in response to challenges such as global trade uncertainties and the impact of natural disasters in the region. The 25 by 2025 initiative originally aimed to reduce the region’s Six ($6) billion food import bill by 25 percent by the end of 2025. With the extension, the target date is…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, March 06, 2025 (SKNIS) – Minister of Energy, the Honourable Konris Maynard, has announced that the government, through the St. Kitts Electricity Company Limited (SKELEC), will soon begin an island-wide initiative to replace all electricity meters with advanced smart meters. This transition will be powered by the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) system—an integrated network that enables two-way communication between utility providers and customers. The AMI system collects, stores, and analyses energy consumption data in real-time, allowing SKELEC to monitor electricity usage more efficiently. Speaking at the Prime Minister’s Press Conference with Cabinet Ministers on March 06, 2025,…