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Bogotá, Colombia – Ms. Nerissa Williams, Permanent Secretary (Ag) in the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, and Ms. Azilla N. Clarke, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs, represented the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis at the Youth Protection Seminar hosted under the European Union’s EL PAcCTO 2.0 Programme in Bogotá, Colombia, from March 25–27, 2025. This high-level seminar brought together policymakers, justice system actors, and youth development specialists from Latin America and the Caribbean to share strategies for strengthening protection systems for children and young people, particularly in the face of organised crime…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 28 March 2025): The Department of Agriculture (DOA) in St. Kitts, in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), is currently conducting an intensive 12-week training program under the “Regional E-Agriculture” project, with a special focus on Drone Mapping and Geospatial analysis tools. This initiative is designed to bolster the capacity of the agriculture sector in the federation of St. Kitts and Nevis by integrating digital agricultural solutions and cutting-edge technological training. The training, which began on January 29 and runs until April 03, 2025, is providing participants with hands-on experience…

(MOA Basseterre, St. Kitts, 28 March 2025): In an effort to promote healthier food options and boost local agri-businesses in St. Kitts, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Marine Resources, in collaboration with the Ministry of Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives, and the Creative Economy, is gearing up to host another Agri-Easter Night Market at the Basseterre Public Market on Wednesday, 16th April 2025. Offering fresh, locally grown, and organic produce, the Easter-themed event is designed to create an engaging atmosphere for vendors, small businesses, and consumers, encouraging the purchase and consumption of local agricultural products while also fostering community engagement…

Abuja, Nigeria | March 29, 2025 (PMO) —The Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, held a pivotal bilateral meeting today, March 29th, with the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, during a special audience graciously accommodated by the President on the occasion of his birthday. The high-level engagement focused on matters of mutual interest and strategic collaboration between St. Kitts and Nevis and Nigeria, particularly in the areas of trade, economic development, health, and education. Both leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening bilateral ties and deepening South-South…

Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis, March 26, 2025 (UNESCO National Commission) – National Coordinator for the St. Mary’s Biosphere Reserve and the UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) project, Mrs. Telca Wallace, in collaboration with the Ministry of Environment and the Department of Constituency Empowerment, is pleased to announce that the Knowledge, Attitudes and Behaviours (KAB in the MAB) Survey, Round 1 is now complete. The survey is one of the important deliverables forming part of the Sensitization on the Elimination of Single-Use Plastics in the St. Mary’s Biosphere Reserve (SMBR) Project which is one of four projects approved under…

Her Excellency The Governor-General Dame Marcella A. Liburd, GCMG, JP wishes to advise that she will be absent from the Federation for a short duration from Saturday, March 29, 2025. During Her Excellency’s absence, His Excellency Mr. Walford Vincent Gumbs, OBE, JP, will serve as Governor-General’s Deputy. He was administered his Oaths at a brief ceremony at Government House earlier today in accordance with the Constitution.

The Traffic Safety and Public Service Drivers’ Board invites all omnibus operators in St. Kitts to attend an important meeting on Sunday, April 6th, at the Newtown Community Centre, from 4:00PM to 6:00PM. This meeting will provide an opportunity to:✔ Introduce the board and its members✔ Discuss ideas and initiatives that will impact omnibus operators✔ Address your concerns and gather your recommendations Your input is essential as we work to improve the public transportation system. We strongly encourage your attendance to ensure that your voice is heard in shaping the future of our industry. We look forward to seeing you…

Abuja, Nigeria | March 28, 2025 (PMO) — The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis, through the Ministry of Agriculture, has officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Green Economic Zone (GEZ) Special Economic Zone Management Company, based in Abuja, Nigeria. The MOU sets the foundation for the establishment of a state-of-the-art Agro Hub Warehouse and Logistics Centre in St. Kitts and Nevis. The agreement was signed earlier today, March 28, by Hon. Samal Duggins, Minister of Agriculture et al, and witnessed by the Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis, the Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew. This strategic partnership…

(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…