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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, December 17, 2024 (SKNIS) – Throughout the upcoming year 2025, the Department of Youth Empowerment will look to expand its mental health awareness campaign among the nation’s youth, building on the momentum of Youth Month 2024, that was observed under the theme “Mental Health Matters for Youth Development and Sustainability.” During her contribution to the 2025 Budget Debate on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, Minister of State for Youth Empowerment, Senator the Honourable Isalean Phillip, reflected on the month-long celebration and its broad-based focus on prioritising one’s mental health. She noted that the issue of mental health is…

The St. Kitts and Nevis National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention Secretariat is pleased to announce the successful completion of the “Stages of Change Substance Use Program,” an initiative designed to empower individuals to make meaningful and lasting changes. The eight-week program, which ran from October 14 to December 2, 2024, at His Majesty’s Prison in Basseterre, St. Kitts, saw 15 inmates graduate, marking a significant milestone in their rehabilitation and reintegration into society. A graduation ceremony was held today, Monday, December 16th, to commemorate the achievements of the fifteen inmates who successfully completed the program. Facilitated by an experienced…

MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 16 December 2024): This holiday season, the Agri Christmas Night Market, slated for Wednesday, December 18th, 2024, is set to be a vibrant celebration of local cuisine, entertainment, and culture. Among the exciting attractions, one figure stands out: Bobo the Jelly Man—a local favourite known for his refreshing coconut water and vibrant personality. Hailing from Saddlers, The Jelly Man, whose real name is Alphonso Carey, has been a farmer for over 15 years and a staple in the local agricultural community. Famous for his skillful handling of fresh coconuts and his ability to engage customers with…

(MOA , St. Kitts, December 17th, 2024): The general public is hereby advised that all offices at the Department of Agriculture and the Department of Marine Resources will be closed at 12:00 pm on Friday 20th December, 2024. This is to permit persons to attend a staff social. Normal working hours will resume on Monday 23rd December, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. We apologize for any inconvenience that this early closure may cause.

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, December 17, 2024 (SKNIS) – During his 2025 Budget Address on December 16, 2024, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, detailed the extraordinary lengths his administration took, and the financial sacrifices it continues to incur in order to shield the people of St. Kitts and Nevis from the rising cost of living, brought on by global inflation. Prime Minister Dr. Drew revealed that a total of $320 million was invested in essential subsidies and social programmes over the past two years to protect citizens from the full impact of inflation, while providing…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 16, 2024 (SKNIS): Individuals who have completed their sentences and undergone rehabilitation while incarcerated at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP), will soon experience an easier reintegration into society, thanks to a new programme being developed by the Federal Government of St. Kitts and Nevis.On Monday, December 16, 2024, during the presentation of the 2025 Budget Address in the National Assembly, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, shared a bit on the new “Prison to Work” initiative that falls under the transformative ELEVATE Programme. It will allow past offenders to be gainfully employed after serving their sentences so that they can earn an income and provide for…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 15 December 2024): The Agri Night Market, an initiative spearheaded by the Ministry of Agriculture in St. Kitts and Nevis, continues to receive glowing reviews from local vendors and community members alike. As anticipation builds for the Christmas-themed edition on Wednesday, 18th December 2024, vendors have eagerly lauded the government-organized event, noting its immense value in promoting local cuisine, commerce, and community spirit. In a recent interview, vendor at the Basseterre Public Market, Avril Archibald, a retired Principal of the Avril Archibald College, expressed that she has found new passion at the public market. Spending her retirement creating…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, December 16, 2024 (SKNIS) – As part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen the country’s national security infrastructure and empower its people, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis will soon introduce a new training programme for nationals in the area of cyber security. Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, while delivering the 2025 Budget Address in the National Assembly on December 16, 2024, announced the new training programme in partnership with Protexxa, a Canada-based cyber security platform & services company. “We have signed a contract with Protexxa from Canada, in the…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 17, 2024 (SKNIS): St. Kitts and Nevis will increase its protection of persons with disabilities while strengthening empowerment opportunities with the review of the 2017 disabilities policy and drafting of a Disabilities Bill. Senator, the Honorable Isalean Phillip, shared that the exercise was currently underway, while giving an update on her ministries during the first day of debate on the 2025 Budget on December 17, 2024. “We are moving steadily along with alacrity on consultations in order to finalise the draft of our National Disability Policy,” Senator Phillip stated. “That work has certainly started and is near…