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(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 26 March 2025):  In a significant move to enhance the quality of locally processed meat, staff of the St. Kitts Abattoir recently completed specialized training in choice cuts, thanks to the strategic partnership between the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis and Southern University of Louisiana. Traditionally, carcasses processed at the St. Kitts Abattoir have been cut in a standard manner, with all parts sold at a uniform price. However, the introduction of choice cuts—often referred to as prime cuts—will allow farmers to sell certain portions of their meat at a greater price, ultimately increasing their…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, March 28, 2025 (SKNIS): The major renovation project at the New Horizon Rehabilitation Centre in Harris’ Village is proceeding well as the government works to ensure that the juvenile facility offers a safe, secure and supportive environment for its residents and staff.Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Social Development, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley, joined Minister of State responsible for Social Development and Youth Empowerment, the Honourable Isalean Phillip, for a tour of the facility on Thursday (March 27, 2025). Director of the Public Works Department, George Gilbert, guided the tour and shared critical updates on the…

(UNESCO National Commission) –St. Kitts and Nevis was among the Small Island States this week exercising leadership and speaking up about the need for trusting partnerships between Science and technology-endowed states and the thirty-eight small islands world-wide which are sorely in need of investments in more innovative, cutting-edge technologies as well as scientific information-sharing. Small Island Developing States comprise twenty per cent of the membership of the United Nations. The Federation’s Ambassador to UNESCO in Paris, H.E. David P. Doyle, was one of the few SIDS Ambassadors attending the UNESCO Global Ministerial Dialogue on Science Diplomacy Conference held in Paris…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 24 March 2025): The Tabasco Pepper Project in St. Kitts is advancing smoothly and is now prepared for the next phase of production, signifying a notable achievement for the nation’s agriculture sector. Addressing the progress of the project, Honourable Samal Duggins, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Marine Resources, announced that the government has acquired 100 acres of land dedicated to Tabasco pepper cultivation. He revealed that for the first time in St. Kitts’ history, these peppers will soon be exported to the United States, positioning the nation as a key player in the global agribusiness market. Minister…

Abuja, Nigeria, March 27, 2025 (PMO)— The curtains closed today, March 27th, on the landmark Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit 2025 (AACIS 25) in Abuja, Nigeria, with a powerful address by Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance M. Drew. Over the past three days, the summit has brought together government leaders, business executives, cultural icons, and development partners from across Africa and the Caribbean in a united mission to strengthen ties and shape a shared economic future. Delivering the summit’s closing remarks, Prime Minister Drew reflected on the significance of the moment and reaffirmed his commitment to turning dialogue…

The Human Resource Management Department on behalf of the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs in the Government of St Kitts and Nevis wishes to invite persons to apply for the position of Public Defender on a full-time basis. A. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Providing legal defence advice to, and representing, indigent defendants and other eligible persons— a. Upon order of the court or request of an eligible client, providing constitutional legal representation to persons accused of criminal offenses who are financially unable to employ private counsel, ensuring adherence to principles of equality, justice, and the right to a fair…

BASSETERRE, Saint Kitts, March 26, 2025 (SKNIS) – The Department of Technology, under the Ministry of Information, Communication, and Technology, has launched its newly rebranded and redesigned digital platform, https://technology.gov.kn/, offering the public seamless access to government services, information, and support. The revamped website was officially unveiled during a ceremony at the Innovation Hub at the National ICT Centre, Industrial Site on Wednesday, March 26. Permanent Secretary (PS) in the Ministry of Information, Communications, and Technology, Cheryleann Pemberton, emphasised that the redesign of the website underscores the department’s steadfast commitment to innovation, efficiency, and excellence in service delivery. “As we…

Basseterre, St. Kitts – March 26, 2025 – The Department of Environment held the first of two public consultation meetings on the federation’s Single-Use Plastics Ban on Tuesday, March 25, at the CUNA Conference Center. The session brought together stakeholders from government agencies, the private sector, environmental groups, and the general public to discuss the details, updates, and public concerns regarding the Single-Use Plastic Ban, facilitating a smooth transition. The timing of this consultation meeting was significant, especially following the passing of the Single-Use Plastic Ban in parliament on Friday, March 21. It underscored the importance of stakeholder engagement and…

Abuja, Nigeria, March 25, 2025 (PMO) — Day One of the Aquarian Consult Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit (AACIS 2025), held under the theme “Bridging Continents: Africa and the Caribbean – A Partnership for Prosperity,” commenced on March 25 in Abuja, Nigeria, with an inspiring keynote address and official declaration of summit opening by Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew. The opening day featured remarks from other esteemed leaders, including former President of the Republic of Mauritius, Dr. Ameenah Gurib-Fakim, and other high-level African and Caribbean officials. However, the highlight of the morning was the dynamic and…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 24 March 2025): The Department of Agriculture wishes to inform the public that a specialized Crisis Response Team has been established to monitor and control a pest recently reported as a “black bug.” The Department’s Plant Quarantine Unit is actively responding to multiple reports from District 3, which encompasses villages between Old Road and St. Pauls, St. Kitts. In addressing the situation, Acting Director of the Department of Agriculture, Yushaner, described the department’s swift actions and initial findings. She said, “We had a meeting to implement our contingency plan, and now the task force is out…