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Government Officials Working on 2016 Budget

(ZIZ News) – Various ministries and departments within the Federal Government are already making plans for the upcoming Budget presentation and subsequent debates. Financial Secretary Hilary Hazel; the country’s Prime Minister and Minister…

20th Sir Arthur Lewis Lecture Series

(ZIZ News) – Government officials, members of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union , and students, among others, gathered at Eastern Caribbean Central Bank for the 20th annual Sir Arthur Lewis Memorial Lecture, the 7th Sir Arthur Lewis…

Plans to Boost the Agriculture Sector

(ZIZ News) – Prime Minister, Hon. Dr. Timothy Harris says his government is taking steps to make Agriculture a more prominent part of the nation’s economy. During a recent press conference, Dr. Harris said he does not believe enough is…

Christophe Harbour Marina Breaks Ground to Customs House

(ZIZ News) – On Tuesday afternoon, government officials, staff at Christophe Harbour, representatives of the Customs and Excise Department and general well-wishers gathered under a tent on the South East Peninsula for the ground breaking…

Nickhail Releases Soca Track on ZIZ

(ZIZ News) – Soca artiste Nickhail has thrown his hat into the ring for this year’s Sugar Mas with the release of a track “Whine Up You Body”. Nickhail released the song during an interview with G-Cue on ZIZ Radio on Thursday morning and…

Countdown To Diabetes Week

(ZIZ News) -- Diabetes awareness is one of the many observances during the month of November and the St. Kitts Diabetes Association is pulling out all the stops for next week’s promotion of World Diabetes Day. The organisation’s Public…

Yachting Development Forum

(ZIZ News) -- The Ministry of Tourism is working to develop the yachting sector. On Tuesday morning, stakeholders in the tourism industry came together for the St. Kitts and Nevis Yachting Development Forum where they discussed…

PM Pleased With Fresh Start Programme

(ZIZ News) -- Prime Minister, the Hon. Dr. Timothy Harris says he is pleased with the results of the Fresh Start Programme that is targeting entrepreneurs. During his monthly Press Conference on Tuesday morning, the Prime Minister noted…

CBI Applicants Must Add Value

(ZIZ News) -- Individuals who attain St. Kitts and Nevis citizenship, through the Citizenship By Investment Programme, must add value to the country. Those were the words of Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Timothy Harris, during his…

Minister Grant Launches Tourism Month

(ZIZ News) – On Sunday , Minister of Tourism, Hon. Lindsay Grant officially launched Tourism Month 2015. During a national address, he encouraged residents to work toward making tourists’ experiences enjoyable. “I am happy to reiterate…

Sunday Was “R Day” For RSCNPF Training Class 40

(ZIZ News) – On Sunday, 32 recruits reported to the Police Training School for training Class '40' of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force. With bags in hand, the young men and women showed up neatly dressed and ready to learn,…

Prime Minister Harris Recognises Seniors in Constituency 7

(ZIZ News) – The official observance of the Month of Older Persons wrapped up on Friday but on Monday morning, the department responsible for senior citizens on St. Kitts were still engaging the elderly. “It is a project that forms part of…

Two Wounded During Police Arrest

(ZIZ News) – The local police force is reporting that the 18th illegal firearm, so far this year, has been removed from the streets. This came following an unusual incident where two individuals were shot while the police was seeking to…