Monthly Archives

December 2025

Construction of New Hospital to Begin

BASSETERRE — The construction of the new Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital is officially set to begin construction following the completion and approval of all site plans, feasibility studies and the environmental and social impact…

PM Salutes 11 Fire Officers For Service

BASSETERRE: The St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Service (SKNFRS) honoured 11 members from among the ranks on Friday, December 12, 2025, for longstanding service and the embodiment of the values of the organisation. At an award…

Desalination Plant Nears Completion

BASSETERRE: Water relief is on the way for users in Basseterre and surrounding communities as testing for the new two-million-gallon Desalination Plant in Bird Rock is almost complete. Officials at the Water Service Department and Royal…

SKN Marks International Anti-Corruption Day

BASSETERRE: Saint Kitts and Nevis joined members of the global community in observing International Anti-Corruption Day on Tuesday, December 09, 2025. This year’s annual commemoration is held under the theme “Uniting with Youth Against…

Comprehensive Carnival Cleanup from 8–19 Dec

BASSETERRE – The Department of Constituency Empowerment within the Ministry of Environment, Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment, in collaboration with community enhancement groups across the Parks and Beaches Unit, the Ministry of…

Budget To Be Presented On Tuesday, December 16

BASSETERRE – Notice has been given for a sitting of the National Assembly to be held at the National Assembly Chambers on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 10:00 am where the Annual Financial Statement and Budgetary Proposals for 2026 will be…

New Afri-Caribbean Centre Reconnects Divided Diaspora

ABUJA, Nigeria – The recent launch of the Afri-Caribbean Cultural Event Center in Abuja Nigeria has been hailed as a transformative step in healing historical divisions and rebuilding knowledge between Africa and its diaspora. In a powerful…

Department of Sports Addresses Recent Misinformation

Press Release The Department of Sports unequivocally rejects the circulation of fabricated claims suggesting that athletes or SKN Athletics were denied access to the Kim Collins Athletics Stadium. All national sporting facilities fall…

Port Zante Staff Walk in Colleagues’ Shoes

Barrier attendant takes CEO role in workplace training exercise BASSETERRE: In an innovative team-building initiative, the St. Kitts Urban Development Corporation conducted a role swap exercise that saw employees trading positions for a…

Crochet for a Cause: Ridge to Reef

The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Programme of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) hosted the Crochet for a Cause: Ridge to Reef project on Thursday 27 November at the NEMA Conference Room in Basseterre and…

PM Encourages New Police For Christmas Deployment

BASSETERRE: The newest members of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force got a pep talk from Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, on Friday, December 05, 2025, as they prepare to embark on a new career path.…

PM’s Wife Celebrates Women of Labour

Diani Jimesha Prince-Drew hosts appreciation gathering for dedicated female party members BASSETERRE: The Prime Minister's wife, Diani Jimesha Prince-Drew, hosted a special appreciation event last Sunday honoring the Women of Labour for…

‘Enduring Harmony’ Mural Transforms McKnight Steps

Leatherback turtle artwork symbolizes community resilience and protection BASSETERRE – A striking mural of a leatherback sea turtle is being painted on the Durant Avenue steps in Central Basseterre, marking a significant cultural moment…

St. Pauls Retains Championship Title Undefeated

D'Nazrii Harris Scores 29 Goals, Sweeps Major Awards BASSETERRE: St. Pauls Primary retained their championship crown Thursday at Warner Park, completing an unbeaten tournament run with a commanding 4-1 victory over Saddlers Primary in…

SKN Basketball Teams Compete in St. Lucia

BASSETERRE – Two St. Kitts and Nevis national basketball teams departed yesterday for the St. Lucia 3x3 Basketball Invitational, marking a crucial step in the country's bid to qualify for major international competitions. The St. Kitts…