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The Citizen Security Secretariat is deeply saddened by the recent tragic traffic accidents that have claimed the lives of several individuals and left many others with serious injuries. These incidents, which occurred within a span of just a few days, serve as a stark reminder of the risks associated with road use, particularly as we approach the festive season. The Secretariat expresses its deepest condolences to the families, friends, and communities affected by these tragedies. In this time of grief, our thoughts are with all those impacted, and we extend our heartfelt support as they navigate through this painful period.…

Basseterre, St. Kitts December 11, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has taken a major step forward in protecting the rights of creators and boosting the creative economy with the introduction of the Copyright (Collective Management Organisations) Regulations, 2024. This follows the passage of the Copyright Act, 2024, earlier this year in May, which modernised copyright laws to reflect international standards and the realities of the digital age. The new Regulations require any organisation wishing to operate as a Collective Management Organisation (CMO) to be officially authorised by the Intellectual Property Office (IPO) of St. Kitts…

Taipei, Republic of China (Taiwan) (11th December 2024)—Children and their parents crowded the Saint Kitts and Nevis Embassy’s booth to learn more about the Federation and make keepsakes featuring the national colors. The Embassy of Saint Kitts and Nevis participated for a third year in the Taiwan Reading Festival 2024, which was held on December 7 and 8 at the Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall. On day one of the two-day festival, children gathered at the booth to read books, make crafts, and engage in the colouring of pages. To teach the colours of the Saint Kitts and Nevis flag, boys…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, 10 December 2024 – The Ministry of Sustainable Development,Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment is currently exploring options forimproving the sustainability of the Conaree Landfill during a stakeholder consultation held on Monday 9December 2024 at the Solid Waste Management Conference Room. The exercise is part of a six-month assessment, that began in July 2024, regarding the sustainability of thelandfills on both St. Kitts and Nevis. It is being facilitated by Professional Engineer, Robert Griesbachwho is also the Director for Energy Consulting at Hatch, a global engineering company that providestechnical and strategic services to clients in energy and…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 29 November 2024): In a pioneering effort to enhance water and food security and build resilience against (acute) water scarcity, Saint Kitts and Nevis is exploring a partnership with OceansX to conduct a scoping assessment of the potential impact of the innovative Xploration Coastline Concept (XCC). On Thursday, November 21st, a research team from the Netherlands-originating company, OceansX, engaged in meaningful discussions as part of their scope assessment during their visit to St. Kitts and Nevis. During a meeting with technical staff and other agricultural stakeholders, Founder of OceansX, Berend van de Kraats gave an overview…

21 November 2024 – Basseterre, Saint Kitts & Nevis A recent hands-on training session aimed at empowering small-scale farmers with the knowledge to use digital sensors in protected cultivation and open field systems led jointly by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries & Marine Resources St. Kitts has concluded at the Department of Agriculture in Basseterre. A total of 19 participants, including farmers and government staff gained practical experience with cutting-edge sensor technologies that are transforming the agricultural landscape, helping farmers improve crop management and productivity. Held under the project,…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts (9th December 2024) – The Ministry is delighted to announce the availability of the 2025 ICDF Scholarships offered by the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan). This prestigious scholarship program is open to individuals who wish to pursue studies at the Master’s or PhD levels. Eligibility Requirements: Applicants must submit the following documents for consideration: · A completed and signed application form (available at https://web.icdf.org.tw/ICDF/WelcomeStart.aspx) · A photocopy of a valid passport · A certified copy of the highest diploma earned and academic transcripts (certified by the Ministry of Education) · Two letters of reference Additional…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 4, 2024 (PMO) — In a bold move to strengthen financial transparency and accountability, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has announced plans to introduce two significant resolutions in Parliament. These resolutions are designed to safeguard the financial integrity of the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis and the Social Security system, ensuring that the mismanagement of the past is never repeated. “The first resolution will mandate that any decision to suspend external audits at the Development Bank must be brought before Parliament, and the second will require full parliamentary approval for any borrowing from…

BASSETERRE, ST KITTS, 9 December 2024 (PMO) — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and the St. Kitts Electricity Company Ltd (SKELEC) have terminated the Renegotiated Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with SOLEC Power Ltd (SOLEC) for the construction of a Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Project. This decision follows the failure of SOLEC Power Ltd to meet critical contractual obligations, requirements, and deadlines, despite repeated extensions and significant efforts by SKELEC and the Government to facilitate project implementation. On 25 November 2024, SOLEC informed SKELEC and the Government that SOLEC “is not currently in a position to issue…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 4, 2024 (PMO) —Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has again laid bare the staggering mismanagement of funds at the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis during an in-depth discussion on Freedom FM’s Issues. The Prime Minister revealed that the bank had accumulated over $300 million in debt, with external audits deliberately suspended from 2018 to 2019, creating an opaque environment where mismanagement could thrive unchecked. “This was a deliberate attempt to hide the truth from the people,” stated Dr. Drew. He continued, “The suspension of audits allowed hundreds of millions of dollars to be…