Yearly Archives

2026

Defence Force Launches New Combat Uniform

BASSETERRE — The St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force launched its new combat uniform today with a ceremonial parade through the capital, marking the 59th anniversary of a pivotal moment in the nation’s history. Starting at 10 a.m.,…

Government Reinforces Customs Surcharge Relief Measures

Basseterre, (SKNIS): As part of its ongoing efforts to address rising cost-of-living challenges and protect citizens and residents from increasing global prices, the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is reminding the public and the…

Two SKN Models Head to New York

Two young models from St. Kitts-Nevis have been selected for international training in New York under the Department of Creative Economy's Project Xport New Faces Initiative. Forty aspiring models took part in a recent casting call at…

India defeated the West Indies by 26 runs

In Women’s Cricket, India defeated the West Indies by 26 runs in their first warm-up match ahead of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup in Cardiff, UK yesterday. After being invited to bat first, Harmanpreet Kaur-led Women in Blue posted 179…

SKN Lieutenant Tops Regional Military Training Course

Second Lieutenant Jelani Griffin of the St. Kits Nevis Defence Force has graduated as the top student in a regional military training course. The joint operations planning course was delivered by the regional security system training…

Attorney General Advocates Alternatives to Jail

BASSETERRE: Attorney General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs Garth Wilkin used a recent regional CARICOM UNDP conference to highlight the importance of alternatives to detention in addressing crime and delivering justice.…

PM Drew Congratulates Newly Confirmed Police Officers

BASSETERRE: Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew has congratulated the newly confirmed police officers, describing their work as essential to national security and the country's development. During a ceremony last Friday, the Prime…

SKN Launches Energy Independence Roadmap Initiative

Basseterre, (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has taken a major step toward achieving its ambitious goal of 100 percent renewable electricity generation by 2030 with the launch of a consultative workshop to develop a…

Drew Marks World Environment Day With Green Pledge

BASSETERRE — Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Terrence Drew used World Environment Day on Friday to reaffirm the government’s commitment to protecting the environment and advancing St. Kitts and Nevis’ Sustainable Island State Agenda, calling on…

SKN Police Promote 30 Officers For Service

BASSETERRE: The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force officially confirmed the promotion of approximately 30 officers on Friday, June 5, recognizing their dedication, professionalism, and outstanding service to the Federation.…

No Authorisation for Increase in Price of Basic Bread

BASSETERRE (SKNIS) – The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis wishes to assure the public that it has not authorised any increase in the price of basic bread (commonly known as ‘dollar bread’). All bakeries and other relevant entities are…

Education Minister Launches Child Month Celebrations 2026

Basseterre:​ In an address to the nation, Hon. Dr. Geoffery Hanley, Minister of Education, officially declared the start of the annual June Child Month festivities. “The month of June marks a significant celebration in our nation’s…