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Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis, June 14, 2023 (Press Secretary, PMO) – Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew will assume chairmanship of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) when the OECS Authority holds its 73rd meeting in Saint Kitts and Nevis.The incoming chairman will be among speakers at the opening ceremony on Sunday 18th June 2023 which begins at 5:00 pm at the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank Auditorium.Sunday’s meeting will also serve to commemorate the 42nd anniversary of the sub-regional grouping, which came into effect on 18 June 1981. The 42nd Anniversary of the OECS is celebrated in Saint Kitts…

The Board of Governors of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following full-time position: Business Lecturer Qualifications and Experience Main Responsibilities  Applications from Qualified Applicants should include:  Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae Police Record Official academic certificates, transcripts and other relevant documents (certified copies) Two references with telephone and e-mail addresses Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the current salary structure at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College. All application documents should be scanned and submitted as one email file to: hr@cfbc.edu.kn and addressed to The Chair …

The Board of Governors of the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following full-time position: History / Caribbean Studies Lecturer Qualifications and Experience Main Responsibilities  Applications from Qualified Applicants should include:  Letter of Application Curriculum Vitae Police Record Official academic certificates, transcripts and other relevant documents (certified copies)  Two references with telephone and e-mail addresses Salary: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the current salary structure at the Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College. All application documents should be scanned and submitted as one email file to: hr@cfbc.edu.kn and addressed…

BASSETERRE (14th June, 2023): The St. Kitts Music Festival is excited to announce the inaugural PraiseFest, a gospel concert that will uplift your soul  on Sunday, June 18th at 5 PM at the Antioch Baptist Church Grounds.Featuring the remarkable talents of Paige Gumbs, Blestina, M1, Tehillah Band, and Rootz Band, along with headlining Jamaican Gospel artist Jermaine Edwards, PraiseFest promises an evening of divine melodies and spiritual inspiration.Jermaine Edwards is known for his hit songs like “Peace In My Soul,” “Don’t Count Me Out,” and “My Champion.” His viral rendition of “Beautiful Day” has touched the hearts of fans worldwide.Paige Gumbs,…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 13, 2023 (SKNIS): The final draft of the National Physical Development Plan (NPDP), which is a plan to govern the appropriate use and management of land in St. Kitts and Nevis will be presented to Cabinet in September 2023.This was according to the Honourable Dr. Joyelle Clarke, Minister of Sustainable Development during the June 12 Sitting of Parliament. She noted that the plan “guides the physical development and land use management for St. Kitts and Nevis for the next 30 years.”“The final draft will lead to legislative amendments, hence the reason why I am providing this…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 13, 2023 (SKNIS): Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers, Government Headquarters, Basseterre, on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, at 10:00 am. The Order Paper and other Papers will be issued at a later date. The National Assembly will be broadcast live on ZIZ Radio (96 FM) and participating radio stations. It can also be viewed live on TV Channel 5 in St. Kitts and Channel 98 in Nevis. It will also be streamed live at www.zizonline.com. Copies of Bills are posted when they become…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, June 13, 2023 (SKNIS) – The Human Resource Management Department of the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is hosting a two-day Payroll Information Open House event, which provides a platform for civil servants to be properly informed of the Government’s move to a twice-monthly pay system for employees. The new twice-monthly pay system takes effect from July 01, 2023. This means that civil servants will be paid on July 14 and 28. The Tuesday, June 13 and Wednesday, June 14 Open House is being held at the Warner Park Cricket Stadium and is open to all civil servants. Speaking…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, June 13, 2023 (SKNIS) – The Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew-led administration remains committed to the reformation of the Alternative Pathways Lifestyle Programme (APLP), commonly referred to as the “Peace Programme”, with rehabilitation at the center.Speaking today, Tuesday, June 13, 2023, during a special interview with media representatives, Prime Minister Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew said there was a need to bring about urgent changes to this programme, as the evidence has shown significant mismanagement under the former administration.“The Development Bank was used as a conduit to funnel tens of millions of dollars in a corrupt way using the name…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 13, 2023 (SKNIS): Over 700,000 Eastern Caribbean (EC) Dollars were paid out to retired Government Auxiliary Employees (GAEs) on Monday, June 12, 2023, as part of the government’s drive to reward and honour the workers for their hard work and dedication over the years. In 2021, the end-of-tenure gratuity that rewarded the workers for their years of outstanding service was discontinued by the former administration. However, the government, under the leadership of Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew deemed it necessary to restore the payments and grant the workers their just reward. “The amount paid out…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, June 12, 2023 (Department of Creative Economy): The Department of Creative Economy hosted its first community outreach for this year dubbed “WE VILLAGE DAT” in Mc Knight on Thursday 1st June 2023.The purpose of this event is to strengthen communities by raising awareness, educating, and entertaining; recognizing and honouring individuals who make invaluable contributions towards developing the community. The Awardees included: • STEVE ARCHIBALD in recognition of Sports (Football)• ELVIS BROWNE in recognition of Culture (Folklore) • VIOLA AUGUSTUS in recognition of Community Service (Entrepreneurship) The Department of the Creative Economy also launched a “Promising Creatives Award” which celebrated…