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Labour Government committed to increasing university-trained nationals
Basseterre, St. Kitts, (CUOPM) -- St. Kitts and Nevis’ Prime Minister the Right Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas has reaffirmed the commitment of his governing St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party to increase the number of university-trained nationals.…
St. Kitts and Nevis diplomacy thrust to embrace non-traditional partners
Basseterre, St. Kitts (CUOPM) – St. Kitts and Nevis says the global climate demands that the twin-island Federation will continue to embrace non-traditional partners in pursuing its diplomatic policies.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, the…
Guyanese Community on Nevis celebrates Republic Day; applauded by Nevis Administration
NIA Charlestown Nevis -- Deputy Premier of Nevis and Minister of Culture Hon. Mark Brantley told the Guyanese community on Nevis that they should feel comfortable and were welcome to stay once they were helping in the development of Nevis.…
St. Kitts and Nevis congratulates St. Lucia on Independence 35
Basseterre, St. Kitts (CUOPM) - The Government and people of the Federation of St Kitts and Nevis have expressed congratulations to the Government and citizens of St. Lucia on the occasion of the 35th Anniversary of Independence.
“I pray…
PM Spencer says he is awaiting Court ruling before setting Antigua election date
Basseterre, St. Kitts (CUOPM) – Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister the Hon. Baldwin Spencer says he will await the ruling of the High Court in Antigua before setting a date for general elections.
The Caribbean Media Corporation (CMC)…
Parole Plan Coming
(ZIZ)-- Attorney General, the hon. Jason Hamilton said it’s time the government looks at restructuring jail time for non-violent offenders.
He said one possibility is instituting a parole plan which would also help with the overcrowding…
SWMC Workers Learn of Their Importance
(ZIZ)-- The important role Solid Waste Management Corporation workers play in maintaining the health and wellness of residents was highlighted on Thursday.
The management of the corporation held a general assembly at NEMA where the workers…
Debit Cards for the Needy
(ZIZ)-- The Ministry of Social Development plans to replace the food voucher system for needy families with a more modern solution.
Minister of Social Development, the hon. Marcella Liburd said they are planning to distribute debit cards…
Opportunities abound for youth in St. Kitts and Nevis
Basseterre, St. Kitts (SKNIS): A press conference on Wednesday (February 19) by the Federal Cabinet of St. Kitts and Nevis which highlighted critical developments in education, sports, renewable energy, public financing, health, law and…
Junior Achievement St. Kitts and Nevis DREAM Breakfast
Basseterre, St. Kitts: Private sector representatives were truly electrified by the dynamic presentation of Mr J Errol Lewis, Executive Chairman of Junior Achievement Trinidad & Tobago. Mr Lewis presented during a fundraising breakfast…
Labour Government will continue to provide more homes, says PM Douglas
Basseterre, St. Kitts (CUOPM) – The Federal Government of St. Kitts and Nevis says it will continue to provide more homes for the people of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Prime Minister the Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil L. Douglas although his St. Kitts Nevis…
Launch of the St. Thomas/St. Anne Heritage Trail Logo
Basseterre, St. Kitts -- As part of the month long celebration of History and Heritage within the Federation of St. Kitts & Nevis, LIME (a council member of The Brimstone Hill Fortress National Park Society) lent its further support to…
First Reported Case of Chikugunya Virus in St. Kitts
ZIZ News -- The first case of the Chikungunya Virus in St. Kitts has been confirmed after testing was done on a 30-year-old male by the Caribbean Public Health Agency (CARPHA) of Trinidad and Tobago.
The virus is said to be similar to the…
Technology Minister Promises More WI-FI Access
ZIZ News -- Minister of Technology, the hon. Glenn Phillip said his ministry is taking steps to make it easier for everyone to access the internet.
He said as a follow up to the Laptop Distribution Programme, they will soon give out…
A New Look at Marijuana
ZIZ News -- The Federal Government says the time is right to start having open discussions about legalizing marijuana use.
During Wednesday’s Cabinet Press Conference, Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs, the hon. Patrice Nisbett said a…