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BASSETERRE, St. Kitts – 13 August 2024 – The Saint Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU), recognized globally as a pioneer and leader in the investor migration industry, is pleased to announce a wide range of career opportunities. We invite talented and driven individuals to join our esteemed team and contribute to the ongoing success of our world-leading programme. As the oldest and most respected programme of its kind, the St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Programme has set the standard for excellence since its inception in 1984. We offer high-net-worth individuals and their families a unique…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 13, 2024 (SKNIS): The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) is urging all residents of St. Kitts and Nevis to remain vigilant as Tropical Storm (TS) Ernesto continues to move closer to the islands. A flash flood warning is currently in effect for St. Kitts and Nevis due to the anticipated heavy rainfall. Additionally, a tropical storm warning remains in effect, and a small craft warning has been issued for the islands, advising all mariners to exercise extreme caution. The expected weather conditions today include cloudy skies accompanied by showers and thunderstorms, with similar conditions continuing into…

BASSETERRE, St Kitts, 12 August 2023 – St Kitts and Nevis joined other Caribbean nations who adopted the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification and Drought (UNCCD), in The Bahamas from 8-9 August 2024 to discuss a two-fold agenda that served as a Preparatory Conference of Parties, ahead of the sixteenth session of the Conference of Parties (COP16) as well as to strategize on achieving Land Degradation Neutrality in each member state. The Ministry of Sustainable Development participated as lead agency on behalf of the government of St Kitts and Nevis. Permanent Secretary Sherilita “Shez” Dore-Tyson, on behalf of Minister…

The Ministry of National Security unequivocally condemns the false, misleading, and malicious allegations disseminated by the online publication known as Times Caribbean / St. Kitts-Nevis Times. These baseless claims falsely asserted that National Disaster Coordinator Mr. Abdias Samuel was either dismissed or placed on forced pre-retirement leave, only to be recalled by Prime  Minister Dr. Terrance Drew to manage NEMA operations for the impending storm.   It is clear that these fabrications were calculated to tarnish the reputations of Honourable Prime  Minister Dr. Drew and the Ministry of National Security, while also attempting to create division between the National Disaster Coordinator…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 12, 2024 (SKNIS): As part of the Violence as a Public Health Initiative, a new training programme commenced on Monday, August 12, 2024, aimed at enhancing the intervention, diversion, and support strategies for managing violence and related social challenges. The programme will involve 20 interministerial personnel from various sectors, including the National Intervention Team, Sexual Violence Unit (SVU), prison services, education, youth, disabilities, social and community development, and representatives from the Nevis Behavioural Health and Wellness Centre. The training is led by Michele Delacoudray Blake, Director of the National Counselling Centre, and Dawn Henry, Deputy Director…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 12, 2024 (SKNIS) – Acting Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, convened an urgent pre-strike meeting at the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) headquarters this morning (August 12, 2024), where updated information on preparatory activities and response mechanisms were shared by relevant stakeholders. The meeting was convened as St. Kitts and Nevis is currently under a tropical storm warning as a result of the impending weather system Invest 98L that is expected to develop into a tropical depression later today and then a tropical storm by tomorrow. Monday’s meeting therefore…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 11, 2024 (SKNIS): As a tropical system continues to develop in the Atlantic, posing a potential threat to the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, convened an urgent ZOOM meeting with senior government officials to assess the situation and ensure comprehensive preparedness measures are in place. The meeting took place earlier today, Sunday, August 11, and was led by National Disaster Coordinator Abdias Samuel, who provided Prime Minister Dr. Drew with an in-depth update on the current status of the weather system. Mr. Samuel outlined the potential impact on…

Basseterre, St Kitts, August 9, 2024 – The Citizenship By Investment Unit Act, 2024, passed in the National Assembly of St. Kitts and Nevis on Friday, June 14, has paved the way for the establishment of the Citizenship by Investment Unit (“CIU”) as a statutory corporation. This transition aligns with recommendations from international organisations like the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) and the Organisation for Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD) to enhance the oversight and safety of investment migration programs. The first phase of the CIU’s transition was the appointment of its Board of Governors, who took office on July…

Basseterre, St. Kitts – The Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis (DBSKN) is proud to announce its partnership with the National Housing Corporation’s (NHC) to provide another option to home financing. DBSKN was integrated into the National Housing Corporation’s (NHC) online application platform. This strategic initiative aims to provide accessible financing options for prospective homeowners, particularly those from lower-income strata. With thousands of applicants eagerly awaiting affordable financing solutions, this integration offers a significant step forward in addressing the housing needs of our community. DBSKN is purposed to support individuals from lower-income backgrounds in their journey towards homeownership, ensuring…

New Delhi, India (8th August, 2024)- – In an effort to consolidate international cooperation, Foreign Minister Douglas met with his counterpart, External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, in New Delhi, on the 6th of August. The bilateral meeting focused on deepening the partnership between the two nations, with discussions encompassing key areas such as digital innovation, health, food security, and capacity development. During the meeting, both Ministers underscored the importance of leveraging their shared values and mutual interests to enhance cooperation in these critical sectors. Minister Douglas and Minister Jaishankar also exchanged views on their convergences as nations of the Global…