Yearly Archives

2026

Human Security Secretariat Engages Nevis Island Administration

BASSETERRE - The National Secretariat for Human Security and Wellbeing has continued its programme of national engagements with a high-level meeting held on Nevis on 26th April, 2026, reinforcing collaboration between the Federal Government…

Cuba’s Food Crisis Deepens as Stores Run Dry

BASSETERRE — Cuba’s economic crisis is worsening dramatically as state-run food stores stand nearly empty. Government rations that once sustained families for an entire month now barely cover the basics, leaving millions of Cubans…

Cayon, Old Road Win Final Four Openers

BASSETERRE — The Old Road Jets and the Cayon Rockets launched their Final Four campaigns with opening-day victories, each securing crucial three points in the SKNFA Premier League’s Final Four. Azul Cayon Rockets defeated Honda Newtown…

Destiny Huggins Crowned 2026 Labour Queen

BASSETERRE — Destiny Huggins has claimed the 2026 Miss Labour Queen title after a standout performance that earned her recognition for her elegance, intelligence, confidence, and class throughout the competition. Huggins, representing…

Farmer Relocations Progress Despite Stubborn Holdouts

BASSETERRE — The Government says it is making significant progress in relocating farmers from agricultural lands slated for development, though two holdout farmers in the Cayon and Lodge areas continue to block access for more than 400 land…

Thousands Participate in Labour Day March

BASSETERRE – Thousands participated through the streets of Basseterre on Monday, commemorating Labour Day and the long struggle for workers’ rights in St. Kitts and Nevis. The annual Labour Day March, which began at the Patsy Allers…

Man Shot Close at Antigua Political Event

St. John’s, Antigua – A 28-year-old man was shot and hospitalized after gunfire erupted near a major campaign event of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party (ALP) on Sunday morning, just three days before the country heads to the polls. The…

SKN Assumes Escazú Presidency at COP4

BASSETERRE – St. Kitts and Nevis has assumed the presidency of the Escazu Agreement, taking on a significant leadership position in regional environmental matters. The handover took place during the fourth meeting of the Conference of…

Strong Partnerships Drive Agriculture Open Day Success

BASSETERRE – Strong partnerships between the public and private sectors are playing a major role in the success of the 31st edition of Agriculture Open Day, according to the event’s committee chair. Millicent Maxin, Chair of the…

SKN Mourns Cultural Icon King Ellie Matt

BASSETERRE – The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis is in mourning the death of celebrated cultural icon, Elston Nero, better known as King Ellie Matt, who passed away on Sunday. Ellie Matt was a towering figure on the local calypso scene…

Old Road Historic Perfect Unbeaten Season

BASSETERRE - MFCR Old Road United Jets etched their names into the history books Sunday, completing an unbeaten regular season with a 3-1 victory over defending champions St. Paul’s United. Old Road becomes just the second team in the…

Aircraft Sunk To Boost Marine Tourism

BASSETERRE — The underwater landscape of St. Kitts has a new landmark following the successful sinking of a decommissioned aircraft off Potato Bay to create a state-of-the-art artificial reef. The project, a collaborative effort between…

CARICOM Observers Deploy for Antigua Elections

ST. JOHN’S - A nine-member CARICOM Election Observation Mission has arrived in Antigua and Barbuda to monitor the integrity of the general elections scheduled for April 30, 2026 Led by Maxine McClean, a member of the Barbados Electoral and…

Persad-Bissessar Prays for Trump’s Safety

BASSETERRE – Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar of Trinidad and Tobago expressed relief and offered prayers for U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday, following a chaotic security breach where an armed man stormed the White House…

Task Force Provides Economic Relief

BASSETERRE — The National Cost of Living Task Force is prioritizing energy and transportation costs as the primary drivers of inflation in the Federation, Cabinet Secretary Dr. Marcus Natta announced during a recent appearance on the "In…