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Basseterre, St. Kitts (December 2, 2024) – The recently concluded press conference, held on Friday, November 29, 2024, at the NEMA Conference Room, highlighted the theme “Empowering Communities, Inspiring Sustainable Growth: A Year of Progress and Impact.” This landmark event, hosted under the leadership of Hon. Samal Duggins, marked a significant milestone in public engagement. It brought together for the first time the Ministries of Sports and the Creative Economy, Small Business, Entrepreneurship and Cooperatives, and Agriculture, Fisheries, and Marine Resources. The platform fostered open dialogue on innovation, achievements, and forward-looking initiatives aimed at advancing St. Kitts and Nevis. The…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 02, 2024 (SKNIS): The RAMADA Resort came alive on the evening of Saturday, November 30, 2024, as men from across the Federation gathered to celebrate the achievements and contributions of remarkable individuals at the International Men’s Day Awards Ceremony. Cabinet Secretary, Dr. Marcus L. Natta delivered a thought-provoking keynote address, challenging attendees to redefine the concept of a role model and embrace this year’s theme: “Promoting Positive Male Role Models.” Dr. Natta opened his speech with a striking quote from NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley’s 1993 Nike commercial: “I am not a role model.” Drawing…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, December 02, 2024 (SKNIS): The 2nd Annual National Men’s Day Awards turned the spotlight on men in St. Kitts and Nevis who are making a positive difference in the community and the lives of others. The ceremony was held on Saturday, November 30, 2024, at the Ramada Resort and was attended by a number of dignitaries including Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, Deputy Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, and Minister of State responsible for Gender Affairs, the Honourable Isalean Phillip. Deputy Premier in the Nevis Island Administration (NIA), the Honourable Eric Evelyn, led…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis (PMO) – St. Kitts and Nevis has become the first OECS member state to host the Caribbean Conference on Comprehensive Disaster Management (CDM13). Delivering the Opening Keynote Address, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance M. Drew set an inspiring tone for the conference, held under the theme, “Road to Resilience – Checkpoint 2024: Levelling Up for a Dynamic Future.” Welcoming delegates from across the region and beyond, Prime Minister Drew said, “This occasion marks a historic milestone for our twin-island Federation, which is currently pursuing a transformative agenda to fulfill our goals and vision of becoming…

Forging Ahead: Strategic Leadership and Innovation for a Resilient Caribbean It is indeed a privilege and my distinct honour and profound responsibility on behalf of the government and the people of St. Kitts and Nevis — the host country, to welcome you, our distinguished delegates to the 13th Caribbean Conference on Comprehensive Disaster Management, convened here in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. This occasion marks a historic milestone for our twin island Federation which is currently pursuing a transformative agenda to fulfill our goals and vision of becoming a sustainable island state. Delegates, as we gather to focus…

“Take the Rights Path- World AIDS Day 2024!” Today, December 1st, we join the global community in observing World AIDS Day 2024, a day dedicated to raising awareness about preventing and managing HIV and showing unwavering support for individuals living with the virus. This year’s theme, “Take the Rights Path,” highlights the importance of safeguarding the human rights of those living with or at risk for HIV. By prioritizing these rights, we can work together toward the ambitious goal of ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030. For our government, protecting human rights is a fundamental commitment, and…

(Dept. of Creative Economy, Cultural Heritage, St. Kitts, November 21, 2024): – The inaugural Griot brought wonder to the faces of the children, heritage-worthy questions to the minds of the adults as well as heartwarming memories to the seniors who attended the Department of Creative Economy – Cultural Heritage’s traditional storytelling event on Saturday, November 16, 2024, at the Shadwell Greathouse. The grounds of the former plantation house were transformed into a scene reminiscent of the 1940s, 50s and 60s when residents of St. Kitts and Nevis worked hard during the day and spent the hours of dusk and after entertaining…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 29, 2024 (SKNIS): Partners in youth development were honoured for their contributions in 2024, during the Department of Youth Empowerment’s Youth Month celebrations, which concluded on Thursday, November 28, 2024, with the annual Youth Service Reception and Awards. The event took place at the Royal St. Kitts Hotel, where recognition was also extended to longstanding partners of the department. Honourable Isalean Phillip, Minister of State responsible for Youth Empowerment, extended a warm welcome to the invited guests, group members, and officials from various organisations in attendance. She expressed deep gratitude for their support throughout the year, noting…

November 28, 2024 | NEMA The National Council on Drug Abuse Prevention (NCDAP) convened an important stakeholder meeting today at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to address a critical aspect of substance use: the language of stigma surrounding women who use substances. The event, facilitated by Mrs. Michele de la Coudray Blake, representative of the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs to the National Drug Council, brought together key stakeholders from diverse sectors to discuss how harmful language perpetuates stigma and hinders efforts to support women in need of care. In her opening remarks, Mrs. Karimu Byron Caines,…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, November 29, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Honourable Samal Duggins, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources, stated that the ministry has made significant strides over the years to comprehensively tackle the various challenges that have hindered agricultural production and productivity in St. Kitts. These efforts span from the initial land preparation phase to the final stage of consumption and are aimed at transforming the agricultural sector in the Federation. The minister was at the time addressing members of the media at his press conference on Friday, November 29, 2024. Joining him at the head table were permanent…