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BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, May 30, 2025 (SKNIS) – In honour of Centenarian’s Day, observed this year on May 31, Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd, Governor-General of Saint Kitts and Nevis, led a tribute on Friday, May 30, 2025, celebrating citizens who have reached the remarkable milestone of 100 years and beyond. Accompanied by Minister of State for Ageing, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, and officials from the Ministry of Ageing, Dame Marcella visited four centenarians in Saint Kitts, namely: Esther Harris of St. Peters; Mr. Clarence Hendrickson Williams who resides at The Grange Facility; Angeline Revan of Sandy Point, and Edmund…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 30, 2025 (SKNIS): Saint Kitts and Nevis has earned widespread praise for its successful hosting of the Global Sustainable Islands Summit (GSIS) held from May 25 to 30, 2025. Delegates and officials have described the experience as a benchmark-setting achievement in sustainability and international cooperation.The Summit featured an Island Youth Forum on May 25 and 26, a Geothermal Forum on May 26, the Main Plenary from May 27-29, and a Forum for Subnational Island Jurisdictions on May 30. There was participation from 232 youth, 274 delegates, and 150 visiting students. The participants represented various governments, private sector institutions,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 30, 2025 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis, through the Sustainable Road Safety Project (SRSP) Inter-Ministerial Steering Committee, has received a generous sponsorship from S.L. Horsford Finance Company Limited, acting as agents for Guardian Group, to support national road safety enhancements. At a brief handover ceremony, an EC$16,000 cheque was delivered to Attorney-General and SRSP Chairperson, the Honourable Garth Wilkin, by Mrs Kasia Walters, Insurance Manager of S.L. Horsford Finance Company. This sponsorship will fund the design, manufacturing, and installation of new high-visibility traffic signage and road markings at the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank…

It is with sincere regret that we announce the postponement of the Nigeria x St. Kitts and Nevis Exchange Opening Ceremony + Business Expo and International Friendly Football match originally scheduled to begin today, Friday, May 30, 2025. This decision comes as a result of unforeseen technical difficulties with the aircraft out of Nigeria that prevented the timely arrival of our esteemed Nigerian delegation. The Exchange, which stems from two historic Memoranda of Understanding, signed earlier this year—one in Agriculture and the other in the Creative Economy—marks a bold and visionary partnership between our nations. It is a reflection of…

Washington D.C., May 29, 2025 – Saint Kitts and Nevis has formally deposited itsinstruments of accession at the Organization of American States (OAS), affirming theFederation’s commitment to advancing human rights protections. The accession coverstwo major Inter-American conventions: the Inter-American Convention on theElimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Persons with Disabilities (CIADDIS)and the Inter-American Convention on Protecting the Human Rights of Older Persons.The official ceremony, held at OAS headquarters, marked a significant milestone in theFederation’s human rights journey. Permanent Representative of Saint Kitts and Nevis,Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin, underscored the importance of this step,emphasizing her country’s dedication to inclusion and dignity…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 29, 2025 (PMO) — Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, today, May 29th, delivered a statement confirming that his administration has secured nearly EC $25 million in direct payments to public institutions as part of the landmark sale of the marina assets and operations at Christophe Harbour to Safe Harbor Marinas, LLC. In what is being hailed as a ‘strategic move’ and a ‘powerful turning point,’ Prime Minister Drew said the sale corrects years of mismanagement and brings tangible, measurable benefits to the people of the Federation. “After meticulous negotiations, this…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, May 28th, 2025-The Ministry of Sports, under the leadership of the Honourable Samal Duggins, is pleased to invite the general public, football fans, and members of the media to attend a landmark International Friendly Football Match between SKN Select and YAFA Nigeria, to be held this Friday, May 30, 2025, at the Samuel Williams Sporting Complex in Verchilds. Kick-off is set for 7:30 PM, and admission is free. This exciting encounter marks the continuation of a celebration of cultural and economic collaboration between St. Kitts and Nevis and Nigeria, under the theme: “Two Nations, One Rhythm: Bridging…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 27, 2025 (SKNIS): Aquanjé Robinson, Executive Research Officer in the Ministry of Environment, delivered a stirring address on behalf of youth delegates from across the globe, at the official opening ceremony for the Global Sustainable Islands Summit (GSIS) hosted at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on May 27. Speaking with conviction, Mr. Robinson gave voice to a generation born into the climate crisis and determined to drive meaningful change. With attendees from the Caribbean, Fiji, the Maldives, and beyond, the May 25 and 26, 2025, Island Youth Forum that preceded the Summit created a space for young…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 27, 2025 (SKNIS): At the official opening ceremony of the Global Sustainable Islands Summit (GSIS) held on May 27, 2025, at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort the Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment, and Climate Action, welcomed delegates and underscored the urgency of climate action and the transformative role of sustainable development in safeguarding the future of small island nations. “Welcome to our home, a place where sustainability is transcending ambition and becoming a living, breathing national commitment. We are honoured today to host with Island Innovation and our strategic partners, the Republic…