Yearly Archives

2014

ROC joins International Communities to combat Ebola

Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS): The Republic of China (Taiwan ROC) is stepping up preparatory measures to protect its citizens against the Ebola outbreak, while partnering with the global community to mount an effective response. A press…

Police Updates (November 10, 2014)

(ZIZ News)-- Malik Zain of Angelus Frigate Bay was formally arrested and charged for driving without insurance and driving without a valid or unexpired driver's license, which were committed on 7th November 2014 about 11:00 AM at…

2014 Tourism Experience Awards

(ZIZ News)-- The movers and shakers of St. Kitts’ tourism sector were deservedly recognized on Saturday for their contribution to the growth of the sector. Nine individuals and businesses were awarded for their positive impact on the…

Remembrance Day Service

(ZIZ News)-- On Sunday, St. Kitts and Nevis paid tribute to nationals who fought and died in World Wars I and II. The National Day of Remembrance was observed with a wreath laying ceremony at the War Memorial or Cenotaph on the Bay Road.…

Improving the Education Landscape

(ZIZ News)-- The Minister of Education has revealed the government’s plan to radically change the landscape of education In St. Kitts And Nevis in the medium term. The Hon. Nigel Carty said this plan will ensure the Federation continues to…

Fatal wounding in the LaGuerite area

The Violent Crime Unit is presently investigating a fatal wounding in the LaGuerite area 40 year old Leon Mills died as result of a fatal wounding during a Domestic Dispute. The decedent's wife is in police custody assisting with the…

Update on Weather Conditions affecting the Federation

The Flash flood warning that was issued earlier has been downgraded to a Flash Flood Watch and is valid from 2pm until 8 pm this evening. This is due to a few light to moderate scattered showers possible this evening. The upper level…

National Manufacturing Strategy Aims to Boost Jobs

Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS) -- New jobs are expected to be created in St. Kitts and Nevis with the implementation of the National Manufacturing Strategy (NMS). The strategy was designed by the Manufacturing Division and the Chamber of…

Assistant Commissioner of Police Henderson joins the Bar

Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS) -- Acting Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Vaughn Henderson has joined the legal fraternity in St. Kitts and Nevis after being called to the Bar on Friday (November 07). Senior members of the Royal St.…

DCE Turns 1

Basseterre St. Kitts -- The Department of Constituency Empowerment (DCE) turns one year on November 8th. During the first operational year, the DCE has spearheaded and partnered in several projects and events with both private and public…

Bomb rocks ATM in NE Nigeria, several dead

Kano, Nigeria (AFP) -- A bomb concealed in a black plastic bag killed several people at a cash point in north Nigeria's Bauchi state on Friday near the scene of a recent bus station attack blamed on Boko Haram, witnesses said. Multiple…

Pistorius’ lawyers oppose verdict, jail sentence appeal

Johannesburg (Reuters) -- Oscar Pistorius' lawyers have formally opposed an appeal by the state against the South African athlete's culpable homicide verdict and five-year jail sentence handed down last month, prosecutors said on Friday.…