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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…
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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…
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New Gang Laws Carry 40-Year Sentences

BASSETERRE — The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force issued a sobering warning to the public on Saturday, April 25, revealing that recent legislative shifts have cleared the way for gang leaders to face up to 40 years in prison.…
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PM Drew Tours BHS Construction Site

Basseterre — Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, accompanied by Minister of Education and Deputy Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Geoffrey Hanley and Head of the Citizenship by Investment Unit His Excellency Calvin St. Juste, toured the…
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Education Leaders Visit Key Project Sites

Basseterre: Heads of Departments (HODs) from the Ministry of Education conducted a site visit on Thursday, April 9, to gain firsthand insight into ongoing developments within the education sector. Minister of Education, Hon. Dr. Geoffrey…
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SKN Delivers Strong Day 2 at CARIFTA

ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada – Athletes from St. Kitts-Nevis showed resilience, determination, and competitive spirit on Day 2 of the 53rd CARIFTA Games at the Kirani James Athletic Stadium on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Drawing from official results,…
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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…
Read More...

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…
Read More...

New Gang Laws Carry 40-Year Sentences

BASSETERRE — The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force issued a sobering warning to the public on Saturday, April 25, revealing that recent legislative shifts have cleared the way for gang leaders to face up to 40 years in prison.…
Read More...

PM Drew Tours BHS Construction Site

Basseterre — Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, accompanied by Minister of Education and Deputy Prime Minister The Hon. Dr. Geoffrey Hanley and Head of the Citizenship by Investment Unit His Excellency Calvin St. Juste, toured the…
Read More...

Education Leaders Visit Key Project Sites

Basseterre: Heads of Departments (HODs) from the Ministry of Education conducted a site visit on Thursday, April 9, to gain firsthand insight into ongoing developments within the education sector. Minister of Education, Hon. Dr. Geoffrey…
Read More...

SKN Delivers Strong Day 2 at CARIFTA

ST. GEORGE’S, Grenada – Athletes from St. Kitts-Nevis showed resilience, determination, and competitive spirit on Day 2 of the 53rd CARIFTA Games at the Kirani James Athletic Stadium on Sunday, April 5, 2026. Drawing from official results,…
Read More...

COVID-19 Info

COVID-19 is a new respiratory illness that was first discovered in Wuhan, China. It is
transmitted from person to person.

*Symptoms may appear 1 to 12 days following exposure to the virus

Who is most at risk of becoming seriously ill?

  • People over age 60
  • People with pre-existing conditions such as diabetes and heart disease

How is it transmitted?

  • Through close contact with an infected person
  • By an infected person coughing or sneezing
  • By touching contaminated objects or surfaces and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes

Currently there is no vaccine or specific treatment. We can only treat the symptoms.

Serious cases may require oxygen and ventilatory support.

Make sure you get your information from a reliable source.

Wash your hands regularly with soap and water or use an alcohol-based gel.

Cover your mouth with the inside of your elbow when you cough or sneeze or use a tissue and dispose of used tissue immediately and wash your hands.

Avoid close contact with people who have flu-like symptoms.

Avoid touching your eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands.

Avoid sharing cups, plates or other personal items and disinfect all surfaces that are touched frequently.

If you have traveled to areas where COVID-19 is circulating or have been in contact with someone who has it and you experience fever, cough or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention immediately. Do not self-medicate.

Special Notice

Latest Travel Advisory

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The return of the St. Kitts Music Festival (SKMF) this summer is part of a strategy by the Ministry of Tourism and…

Emergency Contacts

National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA)
P.O. Box 186 Lime Kiln,
Basseterre, St. Kitts
Tel: (869) 466 5100
Fax: (869) 466 5310
Email: nema@gov.kn or nemaskb@thecable.net

J.N.F. General Hospital: 465-2551
Mary Charles Hospital: 465-7398
Sandy Point Hospital:

Emergency: 911
Police Force Headquarters: 465-2241
Old Road Police Station: 465-6250
Sandy Point Police Station: 465-6261
St. Pauls Police Station: 465-6281
Tabernacle Police Station: 465-7227
Cayon Police Station: 465-7258
St. Peters Police Station: 465-2418
St. Johnson’s Police Station: 465-2241
Frigate Bay Outpost: 465-6899
Fire Services: 465-4339

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