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Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 04, 2023 (SKNIS): The Ministry of Agriculture is working with crop producers to help mitigate the challenges posed by lower rainfall levels as St. Kitts and Nevis continues to grapple with the effects of climate change.Minister of Agriculture, the Honourable Samal Douglas, said that several initiatives are being implemented to help farmers conserve and efficiently use water as the ministry carefully balances the need to provide water for residential, industrial and agricultural use.“In the short term, what we want to do is work on the provision of water tanks and water harvesting features for our farmers…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 04, 2023 (SKNIS): The Ministry of Education offers its heartfelt apologies for the delay in delivering school meals on Monday, September 04, 2023, and is actively engaged in resolving this matter. The delay was primarily attributed to ongoing cosmetic enhancements taking place at the facility.Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, has assured that the issue will be promptly resolved.“In the upcoming days, the ministry will make the necessary adjustments to ensure timely lunch deliveries,” said Minister Hanley. “We deeply care about the well-being of our students, and we remain committed…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, September 4, 2023 (Press Secretary, PMO)- The JNF General Hospital is celebrating a milestone, marking the anniversary of its Hemodialysis Unit. In honor of this significant occasion, the Prime Minister of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, have made a groundbreaking announcement that will greatly benefit patients in need of renal services. Effective immediately, the cost of dialysis services at the JNF General Hospital will substantially reduce from EC$400.00 to EC$200.00. This decision reflects the Government’s commitment to providing accessible and affordable healthcare to its citizens and residents. “This reduction…

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS, 1st September 2023 – The St. Christopher & Nevis Social Security Board is pleased to announce the initiation of a significant community outreach project aimed at enhancing the learning environment for students at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School. This project, which commenced on Friday, August 25th, 2023, focuses on the rehabilitation of the Long Room within the school premises. The Long Room at the Cotton Thomas Comprehensive School serves as a vital space for students’ educational and extracurricular activities. Recognizing the importance of providing a conducive learning environment, the Social Security Board’s Health and Wellness Committee, in…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 4, 2023 (SKNIS) – Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew continues to be a true friend to the Louisa Grant Pre-School in Conaree Village.The prime minister paid a visit to the early childhood learning institution this morning, Monday, September 4, 2023, and presented the staff with several much-needed items that will enhance both the teaching and learning experiences.The items donated include six electric fans, a laptop computer and vouchers for students of the recent graduating class as well as current students of the pre-school.Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew presents standing fan to Teacher Paulette…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 04, 2023 (SKNIS) – During the Thursday, August 31 edition of The RoundTable with Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, it was revealed that the Development Bank of St. Kitts and Nevis has a total debt of XCD $334,833,769.34, $120 million of which is owed to the St. Christopher and Nevis Social Security Board. Prime Minister Dr. Drew said, “Under the previous administration, this loan of $120 million was basically abandoned. Where was Social Security supposed to get back its money? And to have abandoned that loan and make no payments at all in the end is an egregious…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 4, 2023 (Ministry of Health): In a remarkable stride towards advanced healthcare and improved quality of life for its citizens, the JNF General Hospital is set to observe the Hemodialysis Week from September 3rd to 10th. The celebratory week began with a church service at Faith Tabernacle Church of God in Old Road, where a short ceremony was held to show appreciation for the current staff of dedicated nurses who give high-quality care to patients of the hemodialysis unit. The week continues with a public demonstration of the state-of-the-art machinery that aids hemodialysis patients at JNF General Hospital,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 01, 2023 (SKNIS): It’s exam week at the Police Training Complex as the twenty-nine recruits of Course #46 mark the first six weeks of their six-month journey to become fully-fledged officers of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force. On Thursday (August 31, 2023), the men and women took to Parade Square to execute military drills learned over the past weeks in a showcase of discipline and teamwork. Drill Sergeant Antonio Browne belted out several commands to groups comprising 12 males and 17 females during the drills exam that was executed under the watchful eye of…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 01, 2023 (SKNIS) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis continues to create opportunities, through scholarships and other financial incentives, for students to reach their full academic potential, and Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew is imploring the nation’s youth to take full advantage of these opportunities for both their personal and professional growth.With respect to tertiary level education, the honourable prime minister said the Government has made a concerted effort to increase the number of scholarship opportunities available to students in the Federation.“We had an increase in the scholarships to the Republic of China…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 31, 2023 (SKNIS): The government’s steadfast commitment to enhancing the healthcare sector remains evident through substantial investments directed towards nursing positions, education, and leadership development. This was highlighted by the Prime Minister and Minister of Health, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew during a special interview on Thursday, August 31, 2023, with members of the media dubbed “The Roundtable.” “We have provided scholarships for nurses to go and become specialists. Thus far, two nurses have taken up the opportunity to pursue specialties in Jamaica in [Intensive Care Unit] ICU Care,” said Prime Minister Dr. Drew. “We don’t have…