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Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 15, 2022 (SKNIS): The Honourable Isalean Phillip, Junior Minister in the Federal Cabinet of St. Kitts and Nevis thanked the Featured Speaker for the Prime Minister’s Independence Lecture Series, Valdon Tau Battice, for delivering a very engaging and thought-provoking message on September 14. “I believe that others would agree that your presentation was very engaging not only audibly but also visually as you really challenged us to think about how we as citizens, residents and leaders can refocus our vision for the future outcomes of our great Federation,” said Minister Phillip, who was tasked with responding to…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 15, 2022 (SKNIS) – Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew said the need for closer collaboration and partnership between the private and public sectors is crucial if St. Kitts and Nevis is to realise greater economic and social development going forward.Prime Minister Dr. Drew was at the time addressing leaders within the corporate community as he delivered the featured address at the St. Kitts and Nevis Chamber of Industry and Commerce’s (CIC) Independence Luncheon held today, Thursday, September 15, 2022, at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort.Dr. Drew stated that the theme chosen…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 15, 2022 (SKNIS): The Cabinet of Ministers completed the school tours in St. Kitts for the 39th anniversary of Independence on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, having imparted words of wisdom and best wishes to students, faculty and staff at public and private primary and secondary schools. During a visit to the Verchilds High School (VHS), the Honourable Samal Duggins, Minister responsible for the Creative Economy, told the assembled students that the school provides a good foundation to help children develop into successful adults. This was emphasized using a story shared by the current VHS Principal, Miguel Thomas. “He…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 15, 2022 (SKNIS): Professor and world-renowned photographer, a son of the soil, and featured speaker for the Prime Minister’s Independence Lecture Series, Valdon Tau Battice, encouraged Kittitians and Nevisians to tap into their visual and creative faculties as they envision where they would like to see St. Kitts and Nevis.“As you re-envision what you can be and what this country can be, I ask you to tap into the art of visualizing and when I say visualizing I don’t just mean seeing with your two eyes, but more importantly seeing with your mind’s eyes,” said Mr.…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, September 15, 2022 (SKNIS) – On account of the inclement weather brought on by the passing of Tropical Storm Fiona, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has made the decision to cancel all events planned for National Heroes Day, Friday, September 16, 2022, as part of the Independence 39 calendar of activities. The activities affected include the official National Heroes’ Day Ceremony at the Robert L. Bradshaw Memorial Park in St. Paul’s where the five National Heroes of St. Kitts and Nevis were to be honoured and recognized for their contributions to the Federation’s development. Also cancelled on account…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 15, 2022 (SKNIS): The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis isaware of a fake list of frontline workers to be paid an honorarium that is circulating on socialmedia. The government has not issued any such list. During the Post- Cabinet Briefing for the Cabinet Meeting held on Monday, September 12, 2022,Cabinet Secretary Dr. Marcus Natta reported that ministers met and made several significantdecisions to improve the well-being of our people. One such decision was that frontline workerswho were instrumental in ensuring that citizens and residents remain safe and secure during theheight of the COVID-19 Pandemic will…

His Excellency The Governor-General Sir S. W. Tapley Seaton, GCMG, CVO, KC, JP, LL.D has appointed Ms. Marcella Liburd, JP to perform the duties as Governor-General’s Deputy with effect from today, Thursday, 15th September, 2022 This appointment is made for a period of absence from Office of the Governor-General for a short duration. Her Excellency Marcella Althea Liburd Esq, JP was administered the Oath of Allegiance and the Oath of Office at 11:30am today, Thursday, September 15, 2022, by Her Ladyship the Honourable Justice Yvette Wallace at Government House. Government HouseSaint Kitts September 15, 2022

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 15, 2022 (SKNIS): The Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Environment and Climate Action in the Federal Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is currently in South Korea to attend the September 13-15 conference dubbed “Private Investment for Climate Conference 2022”. The aim of the conference is to bring into perspective a sustainable plan intended to boost the momentum for climate action in the midst of increasing global, economic pressures and uncertainty where climate action is concerned. In addressing the Conference of Ministers on September 13, Dr. Clarke said that the Green Climate Fund (GCF) Readiness Support…

A few children under the age of 5 years have been recently diagnosed with hand-foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD) in St. Kitts & Nevis. Hand-foot-and-mouth disease (HFMD) is a mild, viral infection that is highly contagious and it mainly affects children under 7 years of age but anyone can get it. HFMD is most commonly caused by a coxsackie virus but other enteroviruses have been implicated. HFMD outbreaks occur commonly in summer and autumn in the USA. What are the signs and symptoms of hand-foot-and -mouth disease? Hand-foot-and-mouth disease may cause some of the following signs and symptoms: • Fever• Sore throat•…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, September 15, 2022 (SKNIS): Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas will represent the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis at the State Funeral of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II which is slated for Monday, September 19, 2022, at Westminster Abbey in London. In an interview with the St. Kitts and Nevis Information Service (SKNIS) on Wednesday, September 14, 2022, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas said he was indeed honoured to represent the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. “I consider it an honour and a privilege to be asked by our Prime Minister (the Honourable…