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Reflections of a Remarkable Teen

(ZIZ)--The 25 Most Remarkable Teens Awards are changing the lives of teenagers in St Kitts and Nevis. Past recipients have gone on to greater accomplishments and continue their community involvement work. One such teen is Christian…

Securing the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

(ZIZ)--Caregivers of persons living with disabilities are gathering this week to look at how they, along with government and social partners can improve the lives of people with disabilities. In December of 2012, UNESCO granted the…

Customs monitoring for prescription drug smuggling

(ZIZ)--The Customs and Excise Department is clamping down on the illegal importation of controlled medication including antibiotics and other prescribed drugs. During a press briefing on Tuesday 26th November 2013 Acting Deputy Comptroller…

Government tackling violence against the Mentally Challenged

(ZIZ)--The Ministry Of Gender Affairs has added another vulnerable group to its list of persons needing security against violence. As the ministry undertakes activities leading up to Human Rights Day on December 10th Director, Etsu…

Caribbean Leaders’ Project

(ZIZ)--Permanent Secretaries and other senior civil servants are taking part in Module 2 of the Caribbean Leadership Project’s Development Programme. It’s a government initiative aimed at promoting a more prosperous Caribbean by training…

Judge Hands Down Decision in Boundaries Case

(ZIZ)--The Court has given its ruling in the case surrounding the Boundaries Commission. On Monday morning, the judge dismissed a number of the grounds advanced by the claimants for their application for judicial review of the commission.…

Calls to Respect Our Culture

(ZIZ)--A popular religious figure in St Kitts and Nevis is calling on Kittitians and Nevisians, particularly revelers, to respect the Federation's tradition and culture associated with carnival. Reverend Canon Isaiah Phillip says from a…

ZIZ Pays Tribute to Simon Stanley

(ZIZ)--ZIZ is mourning the loss of one of its early morning radio personality. Simon Stanley, who hosted "Early Morning Praise Party" from 2 to 6 am, passed away on Sunday. ZIZ General Manager, Clement O'garro said the news came as a…

Lime Xtreme Jouvert Launch – Successful!

Basseterre, St. Kitts -- LIME Xtreme Generation, celebrated a successful launch of their Jouvert Troupe on Saturday 23rd November at the popular Tony's Liquor Centre on Wigley Ave. The event got off to an energetic start at about 5.30 pm…

Carnival Troupes Get Seed Money

ZIZ News, Basseterre, St. Kitts -- Organizers are hoping for maximum participation and support for Sugar Mas 42. With this in mind, the Ministry Of Culture has decided to again give some financial support to various carnival events.…

Salvation Army Launches Kettle Drive

ZIZ News, Basseterre, St. Kitts -- The Salvation Army St Kitts is hoping that residents and businesses remember the true meaning of Christmas and give to those in need. On Saturday The Salvation Army launched its Christmas Kettle Appeal…

PEP’s contribution to Parks and Beaches Unit lauded

BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS -- When the St. Kitts Tourism Authority held its 13th Annual St. Kitts Tourism Experience Awards on Saturday November 16 at the upscale Carambola Beach Club, Mr Daniel Henry was among those invited. The…

LIME announces its share The Cheer Christmas Campaign

Basseterre, St. Kitts – As a reminder that it is truly the most wonderful time of the year, this holiday season LIME introduces its Share The Cheer campaign offering consumers low rates on select deluxe items. Commencing Friday, November…