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Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 03, 2023 (SKNIS): St. Kitts and Nevis is recognizing African influence on the traditions and cultural practices of the Federation during History and Heritage Month, which is observed in the month of February annually. This year’s theme is “Celebrating Four Hundred Years of African Ancestral Creativity and Ingenuity.” Minister of Culture, the Honourable Samal Duggins, during an address to the Nation to commemorate the month, said that History and Heritage Month is solemn and important. He praised the Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park Society, Nevis Historical and Conservation Society, the Saint Christopher National Trust, and the Ministry…

Community Notice Nationals of St. Kitts and Nevis are invited to apply for scholarships to pursue a Master’s Degree at the Law Institute of the International Maritime Organization. Talented candidates under the age of 40 years are strongly encouraged to apply, must be highly motivated to work for their government, and upon completion of their studies, will make a vital contribution to the development of the national legal framework and maritime sector. Whereas the LL.M. programme is open exclusively to graduates in law, the M. Hum. programme is open to candidates holding a degree in any other discipline related to…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, February 1, 2023 (SKNIS) – Shortly upon assuming office, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, under the leadership of Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, earmarked the strengthening of the policy framework on climate change as one of its key priority areas going forward.The Concluding Statement of the 2023 Article IV Mission by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), issued on January 31, 2023, suggests that St. Kitts and Nevis is on the right path in this regard, as it has identified achieving natural disaster resilience and climate change adaptation policies as two key areas that can…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, February 2, 2023 [Press Secretary’s Office]: The recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) report gave insight into the financial status of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Mr. Alexandre Chailloux of the IMF Mission and his delegation visited the Federation for the 2023 Article IV consultation sessions on macroeconomic policies and economic developments in January 2023 (16–27). The report outlined several initiatives undertaken by the previous government administration to address the economic downturn and the impact of these decisions on the nation’s finances. “The previous administration made a substantial repurchase of land (7.6 percent of GDP)…

FAO in collaboration with the Governments of Dominica, Grenada, Saint Lucia and St. Vincent and theGrenadines will meet to launch a cluster of regional projects that aim to boost local production andexport of agricultural produce.February 2, 2022 – Bridgetown, Barbados – Over the past years, countries of the Caribbean, like manyothers worldwide, have experienced high rises in food prices and agricultural inputs. The COVID-19pandemic and the Ukraine-Russia war have further exacerbated these costs and those related toimported goods. In addition, many Caribbean countries have relied heavily on imported goods over theyears whilst also suffering from a decline in the export…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 2, 2023 (SKNIS): The historic installation ceremony of the first female Governor-General of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, Her Excellency Ms. Marcella Liburd JP will take place at Government House on Saturday, February 4, 2023, at 4:30 pm. A wide cross-section of society has been invited to attend the momentous event by invitation only. The installation ceremony will be broadcast live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and ZIZ TV (Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com Her Excellency Liburd, 69, was sworn in at Government…

In Nevis, the Task Force serves as its tactical unit and faces the same dangers as their St. Kitts counterparts. To tell us about their work, successes and challenges will be Sergeant Antonio Brown who will join host, Superintendent James Francis on tomorrow’s Policing With You programme. We invite you to tune in for Policing With You which is aired every Thursday on ZIZ radio from 9:15 a.m. You can also watch it live on the Facebook Pages of The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force and ZIZ Broadcasting, or catch it on the YouTube Channel of ZIZ Broadcasting. Have a question for our guests? Post it on any of our social…

JOB SUMMARYThe Secretary General and Chief Executive Officer (“CEO”) is responsible for the creation and implementation of the Caribbean Tourism Organization (“CTO” or “the organization”) strategy, purpose, mission, and vision, as well as developing the culture of the organization. The incumbent is accountable for the strategic plan, direction, leadership, and overall success, including oversight of the effective delivery of outputs and results of the CTO, with strong passion, inspiration, and commitment to the role, mandate, and objectives as the public face and chief spokesperson for the organization. The incumbent is also responsible for leading a strong and competent Senior Management…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 01, 2023 (SKNIS): Reformed persons exiting the prison system now have a greater opportunity to become productive citizens following a new initiative introduced by the St. Kitts and Nevis Cabinet of Ministers led by Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew. Released inmates who are members of the Rehabilitation Programme will be attached to the Skills Training Empowerment Programme (STEP) or a similar programme where they can gain employment to support themselves and their families. Virgil Hodge, Rehabilitation Officer at His Majesty’s Prison (HMP), applauded the government for introducing this measure. “It will reduce the recidivism rate,…

I extend greetings to you, my Fellow citizens, nationals, residents, and contributors to Social Security, as Prime Minister and Minister of Social Security, on this, the 45th anniversary of the St Christopher and Nevis Social Security Board.This year, we celebrate under the theme Transform Reform Thrive: Social Security 45. As a socially responsible organization, Social Security has demonstrated its commitment to nation building through its various programs. Annual donations to health and national security, education, capital investment in local development projects, support to youth programs and NGO’s, all add value to the core function of social security. We are grateful…