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Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, February 26, 2024, [Ministry of Health] – J.N.F. General Hospital proudly announces the addition of three new crucial members to its esteemed staff, further enhancing its ability to provide top-tier care and services to the community. These new additions bolster critical areas of patient care, ranging from psychological support to laboratory diagnostics and human resources management. Dr. Dorothy Francis-Jefferson, a distinguished Clinical Psychologist, brings a wealth of expertise to the psychology department. With a pHd in Clinical Psychology from California Southern University, coupled with backgrounds in accounting, computer information systems, and project management, Dr. Francis-Jefferson…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, February 26, 2024 [Ministry of Health] – Today marks the beginning of a significant phase in the J.N.F. Hospital’s path towards accreditation, with Mrs. Mary Miller Sallah, a distinguished professional with 14 years of experience in healthcare operations, health system transformation, and quality improvement, initiating a week-long on-site visitation. This visit is a critical component of the ongoing assessment efforts aimed at achieving accreditation status for the hospital. Mrs. Miller Sallah, known for her substantial contributions to healthcare institutions across the region, including in Antigua and the British Virgin Islands, begins her consultation process at…

Georgetown, Guyana, February 26, 2024 (Press Secretary, PMOSKN) – Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, and his delegation engaged with the Honourable Shirley Botchwey, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ghana, and the esteemed candidate for Commonwealth Secretary General, alongside other key Ghanaian officials, to deliberate on enhancing diplomatic ties between their nations. The Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis and the Republic of Ghana have maintained diplomatic relations, formalized by a signed agreement in June 1993. Minister Botchwey underscored the Republic of Ghana’s acknowledgment of the Caribbean as Africa’s sixth region, positioning Ghana at the forefront of the African Union’s…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 25 2024); Preparations are underway for the hosting of this year’s Annual Review and Planning Meeting of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Marine Resources on Tuesday February 27th from 9:00 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. Distinguished speakers from the Ministry, government officials, and agricultural experts are expected to deliver insightful presentations, shedding light on the current state of agriculture and outlining future goals. This includes a message from the Minister of Agriculture, Honourable Samal Duggins, reports from the Director of Agriculture, Jeanelle Kelly, the Director of Marine Resources St. Kitts and Nevis, Randel Thompson and the Medicinal Cannabis Authority…

Georgetown, Guyana, February 25, 2024 (Press Secretary, PMO) – On the sidelines of the 46th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in Guyana, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, alongside members of the Saint Kitts and Nevis delegation, convened a significant dialogue with officials from the Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation. The Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation is a pivotal initiative to foster enhanced collaboration among Atlantic coastal countries to address shared challenges in maritime law enforcement and governance, promote sustainable ocean-based economies, and tackle climate and environmental issues. Representing the Partnership for Atlantic Cooperation…

About Department of Technology The Department of Technology, located at the National ICT Centre, is responsible for coordinating the provision of digital services to departments of the Government of St Kitts- Nevis. These services include application development, device procurement, and network monitoring; the Department also provides access to recognised industry certifications via its exam centre. Interested parties are hereby invited to submit a technical & financial proposal for the services outlined below. Do read the information and instructions carefully to ensure compliance. Background As technology continues to play a pivotal role in the education and assessment sector, it is imperative…