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Basseterre, St. Kitts, Monday, July 15, 2024: The highly anticipated Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU) Generative AI and Python Summer Camp 2024 was officially launched on July 15, under the theme ‘Nurturing a Culture of Innovation and Technical Proficiency among Youth Learners’. This event marks the beginning of an innovative and educational programme designed to introduce students to the dynamic fields of Artificial Intelligence and Pythonprogramming. Governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), Mr. Timothy Antoine, underscored the importance of the camp to participants. “This course is an investment in your future. What future do you want? Do you…

The Department of Human Resources is pleased to announce EXTERNAL EMPLOYMENT AND CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITIES IN THE GENERAL SECRETARIAT External Employment Opportunities: Job Title: Officer (Specific Funds)Organizational Unit: Executive Secretariat of the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission (CICAD)Grade: P02Employment Announcement Number: EO/13/24 Job Title: Project Officer (Specific Funds)Organizational Unit: Executive Secretariat of the Inter-American Drug Abuse Control Commission (CICAD)Grade: P03Employment Announcement Number: EO/14/24 Job Title: Secretary (Regular Fund)Organizational Unit: Executive Secretariat of the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR)Grade: G05Employment Announcement Number: EO/15/24CONSULTANCY OPPORTUNITIES: Title: Access to Finance for Women-Led and Owned MSMEs Consultancy (Specific Funds)Organizational Unit: Executive Secretariat for Integral Development (SEDI)Consultancy opportunity number: CFR/02/24 Title: Analyst in Administrative, Financial, and Accounting Management Consultancy (Specific Funds)Organizational Unit: Department of…

A milestone in St. Kitts and Nevis-France bilateral aviation development was sealed on 17th May last in Paris with the submission of a new St. Kitts and Nevis-France air services agreement covering the French Antilles and the Federation. The agreement came into force on 2nd June 2024 and constitutes a bilateral agreement governing reciprocal touch-down rights between St. Kitts and Nevis and the wider French Caribbean islands, notably Martinique and Guadeloupe. It provides for the opening of touchdown rights between the two nations, for airline carriers designated by both nations. This is seen as a solid basis for encouraging airlines…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 12, 2024 (SKNIS) – The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has welcomed the decision by the United Nations (UN) to adopt the use of a Multi-Dimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) as a huge win for small island states, particularly those most vulnerable to the dangerous impacts of a worsening global climate. The UN member states reached the agreement for the adoption and use of a Multi-Dimensional Vulnerability Index on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. Since assuming office in 2022, Prime Minister Dr. Drew has championed the use of this tool which takes…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 11, 2024 (SKNIS): The case for urgent reforms to the Social Security structure in St. Kitts and Nevis was stressed on the radio and television programme InFocus on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, as officials undertake broad-based public education and engagement. Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Social Security Board, Christopher Louard, told the show’s audience that the Fund reached an inflexion point in 2017 when its total expenditure surpassed contribution income. Demographics from the recently published 2021 Housing and Population Census revealed that St. Kitts and Nevis has a declining birth rate. Further, due to…

St. Kitts and Nevis Inland Revenue Department, Basseterre, St. Kitts, July 12, 2024: Instructions for Taxpayers on Filing VAT Returns during the concession period, or the tax periods of July, August and September 2024. As part of the recently announced concessions on school supplies and cooling equipment (not for commercialuse), NO VAT will be charged on these items. To ensure compliance and proper reporting, please follow these simplified instructions:

Ladies and Gentlemen, distinguished guests, and esteemed investors, It is a pleasure to welcome you to the beautiful twin-island Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis and to this significant, first-of-its-kind event, the Investment Gateway Summit 2024. This summit, themed “Connect, Collaborate, Celebrate,” is more than just a gathering; it is a testament to our collective vision of forging a prosperous future through innovation, partnership, and shared success. As I stand before you, I am filled with immense pride for our nation’s rich heritage, dynamic culture, and the boundless opportunities that lie ahead. Since taking office on August 6, 2022, the…

Basseterre: St. Kitts, Thursday, July 11, 2024. Ms. Alecia Crossley-Thomas, a dedicated and accomplished teacher from the federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, has been selected to participate in the renowned Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme 2024. This prestigious opportunity allows educators from around the world to teach English and promote cultural exchange in Japan for a period of one (1) year. Ms. Crossley-Thomas, known for her innovative teaching methods and commitment to student development, will join a select group of individuals chosen for their exemplary skills and dedication to education. The JET Programme, established in 1987, aims to…

BASSETERRE, St Kitts, 11 July 2024 – The Ministry of Environment, Climate Action & Constituency Empowerment is set to launch a comprehensive 4-week Internship Summer Course tailored to equip university students with practical knowledge and hands-on experience in sustainable development, climate action and environmental stewardship, from 15 July – 15 August 2024. The internship course is volunteer-oriented and provides university students on summer leave with the opportunity to support the national agenda on sustainability, through service to community. During the internship, participants are expected to engage in various activities and projects across the different sectors to promote environmental stewardship. The…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, July 11, 2024 (SKNIS) – St. Kitts and Nevis is hosting a large number of economic citizens, investors and industry leaders who are here for the staging of the July 10-14 historic Investment Gateway Summit, a premier event that affords the opportunity for networking and the building of meaningful connections towards the goal of shaping the future of investment and development in the Federation. This unique five-day event, being held under the theme Connect, Collaborate and Celebrate, features high-level panel discussions where a range of topics, including investing in technologies for enhancing food production and security, energy…