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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE St. Kitts and Nevis Inland Revenue Department, Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 11, 2023 – Get ready for unparalleled savings as the highly anticipated Discounted Value Added Tax (VAT) Rate Days approach on the 25th and 26th of August 2023. This limited-time event will empower all approved VAT-registered businesses to offer their customers a reduced VAT rate of 5% on the sale of goods. Vehicles will be specially discounted thus providing an exceptional opportunity to enjoy significant discounts on various tangible items. During these two remarkable days, customers can take advantage of a reduced VAT rate of 5%…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 11, 2023 [Ministry of Health] – On Thursday, August 10, 2023, at approximately 9:30 pm, an emergency situation arose that tested the responsiveness and adaptability of our Emergency Medical Services (EMS) team. We would like to clarify the incident to ensure that the public has accurate information on the series of events that transpired.After receiving a distress call concerning a patient in Frigate Bay, an ambulance from the Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital, was promptly dispatched. However, while en route and only moments away from the destination, the ambulance encountered an unforeseen technical challenge. Prioritizing the…

Basseterre, Saint Kitts (10th August, 2023) – Saint Kitts and Nevis had the pleasure of welcoming Her Excellency Vera Lucia dos Santos Caminha Campetti, Ambassador of the Federative Republic of Brazil, and His Excellency José Antonio Cabedo, Ambassador of the Republic of Chile. As a formality, the Ambassadors delivered copies of their Letters of Credence to the Right Honourable Dr. Douglas, Minister of Foreign Affairs et al. The cordial engagements reflected on the significance of the relationships and the potential for enhanced cooperation for the shared benefit of our peoples. In his meeting with the Ambassador of Brazil, Minister Douglas expressed the government’s…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, August 11, 2023 (SKNIS): The Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA) and the World Food Programme (WFP) will conduct an emergency humanitarian logistics workshop in collaboration with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in Basseterre, St. Kitts, from Tuesday, 15th to Friday, 18th August, 2023, at the NEMA Headquarters.The purpose of the workshop is to train a group of persons in the area of Emergency Humanitarian Logistics. These persons, when trained will be able to support the national mechanism during disaster emergencies.Participants in the workshop will be trained in several areas including how to conduct damage assessment and needs analysis…

(CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown, Guyana – Friday, 11 August 2023) – The 2023 theme for the observance of International Youth Day, “Green Skills for Youth: Towards a Sustainable World”, aligns with CARICOM’s efforts to ensure all stakeholders, including youth, are given a platform and their voices heard in discussions surrounding the impact of climate change on Small Island Developing States (SIDs). Ensuring a sustainable future for our people is particularly important as attention turns to the upcoming 2023 UN Climate Change Conference (UNFCCC COP 28). The 2023 observance of International Youth Day is particularly significant as the CARICOM Youth Ambassador…

[St Kitts, August 10th, 2023] – The St. Kitts Nevis Anguilla National Bank has marked a significant milestone in the financial landscape of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the  recent unveiling of its latest offerings – the innovative “HOME: Home Ownership Made  Easy” mortgage suite of products and the trailblazing “SWITCH” Mortgage Loan with the lowest interest ever of 2.99%. These revolutionary products are set to redefine the  mortgage experience, making the dream of home ownership a reality for every citizen  of the Federation.  The launch of the Mortgage Products took place during a media briefing at the Malcom Guishard…

BRIDGETOWN, Barbados – The Caribbean Examinations Council (CXC®) wishes to remind candidates that they may request Early Results Release for tertiary institution applications. This process allows results to be sent quickly to universities or colleges when preliminary exam results are released. Early Results Release requests may be submitted online at https://www.cxc.org/request-transcript order-form during the Transcript order process. During the checkout process, candidates should indicate ‘Early Release’ in the notes section, to allow for expedited processing. Transcripts are not delivered to individuals, only organisations such as educational institutions, evaluation agencies and prospective employers. The deadline for submitting Early Results Release requests…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, 11th August, 2023 (SKNIS) — The Florida National Guard, as part of its US Partnership Programme, has partnered with the St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) in conducting a three (3) day Non-commissioned Officers Development Workshop at Camp Springfield, the headquarters of the SKNDF from Wednesday, 9th August to Friday, 11th August, 2023. The purpose of the workshop was to help build the capacity of the soldiers with skills and knowledge. Rose Mica Georges, State Partnership Programme Analyst, of the Florida National Guard stated that the exchange programme is a mutually beneficial one. “The State of Florida, partners with…

OECS Media Release August 8, 2023  — The Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC) has completed its second Waste Characterisation Study in 21 years. The findings of the study will inform the evaluation of Dominica’s recycling potential, assessment of organic waste management options, and policy and decision making. Dominica and Grenada are the two OECS Member States demonstrating the OECS Model for Plastic Waste Separation, Collection, and Treatment, under the EU/AFD funded Recycle OECS Project. Established in 1996, and operationalized in 1997, the DSWMC conducted its first study in 2002. This initial assessment informed the construction of the landfill site at…

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) in its World Indigenous Day Message, Wednesday, reaffirmed the integral role its indigenous populations play in the Region’s rich tapestry of cultures, noting that their distinct attributes and knowledge systems are recognised and celebrated. Wednesday’s recognition follows other recent engagements by the Community including the invitation to Dominica’s long established Karina Cultural Group to present an indigenous cultural performance at the recent 45th Meeting of the CARICOM Heads of Government in Trinidad and Tobago. The Santa Rosa First Peoples Community, Trinidad and Tobago’s major organisation of indigenous people, was also invited to lead the prayer at the CARICOM 50th Anniversary…