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December 2016

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Foreign Minister Brantley participates for the second year in Atlantic Dialogues

Dec 16, 2016

Hon. Mark A G Brantley, Federal Minister of Foreign Affairs and Aviation, is currently in Morocco participating in the Atlantic Dialogues. This annual high-level event, organised by the German Marshall Fund and the OCP Policy Center, brings…

Police officer and soldier charged for rape

Dec 15, 2016

(ZIZ News/Press Release) -- A police constable and a soldier in the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force have been charged for rape stemming from an incident that occurred on November 03 in Nevis. The Special Victims Unit investigated the…

Nevis Water Dept. to embark on village pipe upgrades in 2017

Dec 15, 2016

NIA -- The Nevis Water Department (NWD) will continue to upgrade water distribution systems on Nevis in 2017, with planned pipe upgrades in the Brown Hill area and other parts of the island. Hon. Troy Liburd, Junior Minister in the…

Cuban Alumni Association marks passing of Castro

Dec 15, 2016

(ZIZ News) -- In the wake of the passing of former leader of Cuba, Fidel Castro, the Cuban Alumni Association has paid their respects to the people of Cuba by presenting a dedication plaque to the Ambassador of Cuba, His Excellency Hugo…

Ten Public Sector Entities Join Civil Servants with Double Salary

Dec 15, 2016

(PRESS SECRETARY) -- The glad tidings of Christmas are coming soon for over 1000 additional employees of the public sector who will join thousands of civil servants, pensioners and government auxiliary employees employed by the Federal…

Digicel Partners with Salvation Army

Dec 15, 2016

(ZIZ News) -- Digicel is partnering with the Salvation Army this season to enhance its Red Kettle Drive. The telecommunications company has set up a donation area at its stores in the Federation where persons are encouraged to give…

St. Kitts and Nevis signs agreement for supply of CCTV equipment with VIVOTEK

Dec 15, 2016

(SKNIS): The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis is one step closer to establishing its own Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) System, as the Signing of Sales Agreement for Supply of CCTV Equipment with VIVOTEK took place on Wednesday,…

Syria conflict: Fierce fighting halts Aleppo evacuation

Dec 14, 2016

A deal to evacuate rebel fighters and civilians from eastern Aleppo has stalled, with heavy shelling reported in the Syrian city. A ceasefire was declared in Aleppo on Tuesday and buses brought in to ferry people out of the devastated…

China: Trump’s One China comments ‘risk Taiwan peace’

Dec 14, 2016

Beijing has warned the incoming US administration that any attempt to challenge the "One China" policy could affect peace in the Taiwan Strait. Interference may also damage developing US-China relations, a spokesman said. Read more:…

Anthony Joshua v Wladimir Klitschko: Joshua wants ‘legend’ status with win

Dec 14, 2016

Britain's undefeated IBF heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua says he can become a "legend overnight" with a victory against Wladimir Klitschko. Joshua, 27, will take on the Ukrainian former world champion on 29 April at Wembley in…

Gary Rowett: Birmingham City manager sacked by Championship club

Dec 14, 2016

Birmingham City have sacked manager Gary Rowett after more than two years in charge of the Championship club. Blues are seventh in the table following their 2-1 win over Ipswich Town on Tuesday. Read more:…

What Plastic Rice? Minister Says No Evidence of Fake Rice on Jamaica Market

Dec 14, 2016

Rice imports from Guyana and Suriname will now be allowed into Jamaica, after the Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) temporarily halted the clearance of rice at all ports of entry over reports that plastic rice had entered the local market. On…

No Christmas Pardons For Guyanese Prisoners This Yuletide Season

Dec 14, 2016

President David Granger delivered some disappointing news for prisoners hoping to get the Christmas gift of a presidential pardon this year. There will be none this time around. And it’s not because he has lost the spirit of forgiveness.…

Security forces encouraged to remain proactive, especially as the Carnival and Christmas Season…

Dec 14, 2016

(SKNIS): During the Signing of Sales Agreement for Supply of CCTV Equipment with VIVOTEK on Wednesday, December 14, Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, Dr the Honourable Timothy Harris, encouraged law enforcement bodies in…

EMS plays an important role in health care, says Minister Phipps

Dec 14, 2016

(SKNIS): Minister of State with responsibility for Health, Senator the Honourable Wendy Phipps, is reminding nationals of the important role of The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) staff. The EMS in St. Kitts and Nevis is currently…

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