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January 2026

2026 to Be a Year of Action and Results

BASSETERRE — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew presented an ambitious roadmap that sets out what citizens can expect in 2026,  a strategic year focused on delivery of national promises, accelerated economic diversification,…

Duggins Delivers Creative Arts Centre Groundbreaking

BASSETERRE — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis today marked a historic milestone with the official groundbreaking of the Creative Arts Centre, a transformative project championed by Hon. Samal Duggins, Minister of Small Business,…

Residency And Biometric Reforms To CBI Programme

BASSETERRE: The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is introducing two new reforms to the country’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme as it continues to strengthen the security of the programme and attract reputable and creditable…

Opening of the New Law Year 2026

On Monday, 12th January 2026, the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court will mark the commencement of the New Law Year with its traditional Ceremonial Opening proceedings under the theme “The ECSC: Justice that Endures – Anchored in…

Douglas High Signs Landmark Agreement

BASSETERRE: The Dr. Denzil L. Douglas Secondary School (DLDSS) and Nanshan High School of Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, Taiwan, formalized an international partnership with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on…

SKN Partners with USA on Third Country Nationals

BASSETERRE – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has announced a bilateral Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the United States of America (USA) concerning the repatriation of Caribbean Community (CARICOM) member state nationals…

Community Honors Pageantry Icon Janet Johnson

BASSETERRE: Hundreds gathered at Warner Park on January 5 for a candlelight vigil celebrating the life of Janet Johnson, a beloved figure who dedicated over three decades to shaping St. Kitts and Nevis' carnival and pageantry scene.…

Basketball City Receives Major Upgrade

BASSETERRE: Minister of Sports Samal The Hon. Duggins toured Basketball City on Tuesday to inspect ongoing renovations, part of a comprehensive government initiative to modernize the nation's sporting infrastructure. Since taking office in…

Venezuela Strike Disrupts Flights at RLB Airport

BASSETERRE: The Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport experienced flight cancellations and delays Saturday following US military strikes in Venezuela that disrupted airspace across the Americas and Caribbean. Airport Manager Don Grant…

Port Zante Welcomes Over 5,000 Cruise Visitors

BASSETERRE – Port Zante experienced another bustling day in the tourism sector as three cruise ships simultaneously docked on Tuesday, bringing 5,371 passengers to St. Kitts and Nevis. The Grand Princess arrived with 2,324 passengers,…

Minister Praises Sugar Mas 54 Success

BASSETERRE – Minister with responsibility for the creative economy, The Hon. Samal Duggins, expressed satisfaction with Sugar Mas 54 celebrations, describing the festival as a unifying force that continues to grow. Speaking at the end of…

Man Dies After Drowning at Herbert Beach

CHARLESTOWN – Police are investigating the apparent drowning death of a 30-year-old Nevis man who went missing while swimming at Herbert Beach on Thursday afternoon. Jahi Henry of Webbe's Ground, Nevis, was swimming with a friend between 1…

Jamaica Records Lowest Murders in Decades

KINGSTON – Jamaica has achieved a milestone in its fight against violent crime, with murders dropping below 700 for the first time in over three decades. Official figures from Jamaica's Ministry of National Security reveal the country…

Minister Mourns Teen Killed During Carnival

BASSETERRE – Minister Samal Duggins has issued a statement expressing condolences following the death of eighteen-year-old Kaden Hanley during last lap carnival celebrations. Hanley, of Shadwell Estate, St. Kitts, was killed at the…

PM Drew Assumes CARICOM Leadership

BASSETERRE — Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew officially assumed the Chairmanship of the Caribbean Community on January 1, taking the helm of the region's supreme decision-making body for a six-month term that began amid…