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Nicha B. Returns Home to Warm Reception at RLB Airport
(ZIZ News) – A highly enthused Nicha Byron, whose stage name is Nicha B, has returned to St. Kitts, after competing in the International Soca Monarch Semi-finals in Trinidad on Sunday 17th January.
Lots of cheers; a saxophone and African…
Brantley Explains Reasons for Dual Diplomatic Representation in the U.S.
(ZIZ News) – Dr. Everson Hull is designated as Ambassador to the Organisation of American States (OAS) while Dr. Thelma Phillip-Browne serves as Ambassador to the United States. Foreign Affairs Minister, the Hon. Mark Brantley used his…
Search Operation Uproots Marijuana and Uncovers Contraband
(ZIZ News) – Thirteen rounds of ammunition and 600 marijuana plants have been seized by police, following recent search operations.
The Police Force’s Public Relations Unit has reported that the marijuana plants, which were found in the…
Police Solicit Public’s Help in Finding 14 Illegal Immigrants
(ZIZ News) – The Royal St. Christopher and Nevis Police Force is calling on the general public for help in finding 14 illegal immigrants who entered the Federation on January 14 onboard the S.V. miss over.
ZIZ News understands that 11 are…
Free Taiwan Visas for Kittitians and Nevisians
(ZIZ News) – Diplomatic relations between the Republic of China, Taiwan and St. Kitts and Nevis allow citizens of the federation to acquire visas to Taiwan free of charge.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Hon. Mark Brantley says while travel…
Defence Board Meets to Discuss Important Matters of the Defence Force
(ZIZ News) – The federal government is seeking to revive the Defence Board which, according to reports, up until this week, had not met for several years.
ZIZ News understands that the first meeting of the Defence Board under the Team…
Government Taking Firm Stance against Illegal Workers
(ZIZ News) – Prime Minister, Dr. the Hon. Timothy Harris says that his government will clamp down on workers operating without work permits in St. Kitts and Nevis, stating that a number of recommendations are being considered for…
St. Kitts and Yu Lounge Featured in Forbes
(ZIZ News) – St. Kitts and the Yu Lounge have been spotlighted in an article in Forbes Magazine.
Kicking off 2016 with even more distinctions and media, St. Kitts has been described as “a new hotspot for luxury and adventure” while the Yu…
Local Businessman Donates Equipment to Fire and Rescue Services
(ZIZ News) – The St. Kitts and Nevis Fire and Rescue Services Department will now be able to detect hotspots, thanks to a donation of thermal equipment by the Owner and Director of St. Kitts Marine Works, Regiwell Francis.
Francis said his…
Team UNITY Has Delivered on Commitments, Says Minister Brantley
(ZIZ News) – As the Team UNITY-led government approaches its one year milestone, the Hon. Mark Brantley is of the view that the team has fulfilled a number of promises made during the election campaign.
Speaking during Wednesday’s edition…
Customs Week Commences on Sunday 24th
(ZIZ News) – The week from Sunday 24th – Saturday 30th January will be observed as Customs Week 2016 and will feature a number of activities.
Customs Week is observed every year in the federation in recognition of International Customs…
Residents urged to Pay their Liquor Licences
(ZIZ News) – The Inland Revenue Department is reminding business owners and liquor license holders to pay, as the due date is January 31st.
Shanette Shaw of the department’s Publicity Unit has outlined penalties that individuals will face…
Education Minister says Future BHS will Include Modern and Basic Amenities
(ZIZ News) – Despite the January 4th opening of a temporary facility for the Basseterre High School, many questions are being asked about the future of the institution.
On Tuesday, Education Minister Hon. Shawn Richards said the future…
Traffic Department Cautions Drivers
(ZIZ News) – In light of the multiple vehicular accidents that have occurred recently, the Traffic Department is urging drivers to exercise caution.
Head of the Police Force’s Traffic Department, Inspector Carl Caines, attributes recent…
Nicha B Not Advancing to Finals, Working on being a better Artiste
(ZIZ News) – Local soca sensation, Nicha Byron, alias Nicha B., is using his recent participation in the International Soca Monarch Semi-finals as motivation to be a better artiste.
On Tuesday, it was revealed that the Sugar Mas 44 Groovy…