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Positive environmental changes emerge with ongoing impact of COVID-19, says director of environment
Pollution and greenhouse gas emissions have drastically decreased globally as countries work to contain the spread of the Novel Coronavirus. This has resulted in positive environmental impacts, said Director in the Department of…
Can sex give you COVID-19
As COVID-19 spreads across the world, restrictions that promote social distancing like curfews and 24hr lockdowns have boosted the sale of condoms, lubricants and enhancers which symbolizes an increase in sexual activity during the…
Center for Disease Control (CDC) Extends “No Sail Order”
As a follow up to the Stakeholder Meeting that was held on Friday 13th March 2020, please note that the Cruise Line Industry Association (CLIA) has advised that the Director of the Center for Disease Control (CDC) has extended the "No Sail…
NIA Cabinet takes decisions to assist Nevisians, some to be funded from personal resources
The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) Cabinet has taken some decisions to assist Nevisians as the COVID-19 pandemic affects the operations of the NIA and the livelihood of the people of Nevis.
Persons Found Breaching the Curfew Sent Back to Their Residences
Close to 50 persons who were found on the street before the curfew ended were sent back to their residences by the Police disclosed Superintendent Cromwell Henry.
Digicel St. Kitts-Nevis is doing its part to help fight COVID-19.
During Monday’s NEOC briefing at NEMA, General Manager of Digicel St. Kitts-Nevis, Dionne Emtage expressed that during this pandemic, the company’s main focus is to ensure the safety and well-being of customers as well as staff.
The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is Currently Organising Means for Overseas Students to Return…
The Government of St.Kitts and Nevis is currently organising means for overseas students to return home amid the global pandemic of COVID-19.
General manager of SWMC urges households to be mindful of waste they put out
As there has been an increase in waste generation, Keithly Phillip, General Manager of the Solid Waste Management Corporation (SWMC), stated that households should be mindful of the waste they put out for collection.
PM Harris gives another excellent interview, to Sky News’ Adam Boulton on the widely watched weekday…
St. Kitts and Nevis' Prime Minister, Dr. the Honourable Timothy Harris, gave another excellent interview today, Tuesday, April 28th, 2020, this time with Sky News. Last Wednesday, April 22nd, Tim Willcox, Chief Presenter for BBC News,…
Improvements still need to be made by businesses and bus operators
Members of the COVID-19 Compliance Task Force continued their evaluation of businesses and passenger buses on Monday to track the progress made to comply with the Regulations contained in the Emergency Powers (COVID-19) (No. 5) as they…
CMO on the proper fit and maintenance of face masks
With the new norm being to wear face masks in public places, Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Hazel Laws addressed a concerned raised about the proper fit and maintenance of face masks during the NEOC’s COVID-19 Daily Briefing on Monday.
St. Kitts-Nevis Ministry of Education Hosts Live Online Training Webinar for Teachers
Teachers in St. Kitts and Nevis took part in a Live Webinar on April 27, 2020, geared at training them to deliver lessons online.
SWMC is advising households to double wrap bags containing COVID-19 protective material
The Solid Waste Management Corporation (SWMC) is asking all households to assist in efforts to help curb the spread of the Coronavirus by responsibly disposing of waste that may have been contaminated by the virus.
Environment the only sector to benefit from COVID-19
The Environment Subcommittee has found that the environment is probably the only sector that is not adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) COVID-19 Daily Briefing for April 27, 2020
Watch the National Emergency Operations Center (NEOC) COVID-19 Daily Briefing for April 27, 2020