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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 and a pioneer in bringing the music of St. Kitts and Nevis to international audiences. He led the highly…
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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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Daily Reviews Activated to Address Violent Crime

Basseterre — The High Command of the Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force and the St. Kitts and Nevis Defence Force today, April 20th, outlined a coordinated and sustained national response to the recent increase in violent crime,…
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Immigration Regularization Deadline Set for May 1

Basseterre — Authorities are urging persons living in St. Kitts and Nevis without legal status to regularize their immigration status before the May 1 deadline. The Ministry of National Security, Citizenship and Immigration says the…
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PM Applauds Officers, Highlights Training Milestone

Basseterre: Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has commended the twenty-six law enforcement officers who successfully completed the Regional Security System (RSS) Training Institute Basic…
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Desalination Plant Enters Final Repair Phase

BASSETERRE – Work at the Basseterre Desalination Plant has moved into its final phase as the government continues efforts to strengthen the nation’s water supply. The Water Services Department announced that a key repair involving the…
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PM Drew Announces Fuel Tax Cuts, Relief Measures

BASSETERRE — Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance M. Drew outlined immediate economic relief measures effective April 20, 2026, during a national address Tuesday, acknowledging short-term struggles amid long-term nation-building efforts. In…
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Government Expands Security Focus to Human Well-Being

Basseterre - The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has officially expanded its national security framework, moving from a narrow focus on citizen security to a broader National Secretariat for Human Security and Well-Being. Prime Minister…
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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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Dr. Drew Rebukes Claims by Persad-Bissessar

BASSETERRE – Prime Minister and CARICOM Chairman The Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew said in a media release on Saturday that he convened a special emergency meeting on April 10, 2026, to address mounting concerns over regional governance, though…

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