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Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 15, 2025 (SKNIS): A record number of scholarship recipients from Saint Kitts and Nevis will be travelling to the Republic of China (Taiwan) in the coming weeks to pursue university studies. At a ceremony on Friday (August 15, 2025), twenty-five individuals were awarded the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) scholarships, while three […]

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis – August 16, 2025 – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis announces an additional Discounted VAT Rate Day on Saturday, August 23, 2025, to support residents and businesses impacted by the adverse weather conditions from the passage of Hurricane Erin on August 16, 2025. Please note that vehicles remain ineligible for the discounted […]

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 15, 2025 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is aware of recent rumours claiming that the Prime Minister has the authority to unilaterally decide whether Nevis proceeds with development projects under the Special Sustainability Zone Authorisation Bill, 2025, which was successfully passed on August 11. The law clearly stipulates […]

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 14, 2025 (SKNIS): Saint Kitts and Nevis will be well represented at the inaugural CARIFESTA XV Student Jamboree in Barbados, a celebration for 5th and 6th form students focusing on Caribbean identity, creativity and connection. The Jamboree will immerse campers in the ten-day Caribbean Festival of Arts from August 22 – 31, 2025. […]

The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is in the final stages of negotiations for the repurposing of the historic Fort Thomas Hotel property at Fortlands, Basseterre, into a world-class Museum of Caribbean History. This landmark facility will be complemented by restaurants, public spaces, and monuments that celebrate our shared regional heritage. An Environmental Impact […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts & Nevis – August 15, 2025 – The St. Kitts and Nevis National Emergency  Management Agency (NEMA) and the St. Kitts Meteorological Services are, today, confirming that  Tropical Storm Erin has strengthened into the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season.  As of 11:00 AM AST, Hurricane Erin was located approximately […]

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 15, 2025 (SKNIS): Prime Minister and Minister of National Security, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, met today with the leadership of the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to receive an update on the approaching weather system, formerly Tropical Storm Erin, which strengthened into  the first hurricane of the 2025 Atlantic Hurricane […]

Basseterre, Saint Kitts and Nevis (13 August, 2025) – The recent appointment of His Excellency MIYASAKA Yusuke as the Non-Resident Ambassador of Japan accredited to Saint Kitts and Nevis, showcases the commitment of the Government of Japan and the Government of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis to continue to deepen the relationship between […]

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 14, 2025 (JNF Hospital Communications) — To serve as a reminder of its unwavering support for mother and child, and its having been Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) certified, the Joseph Nathaniel France (JNF) General Hospital has unveiled a ‘Baby-Friendly’ mural at the maternity ward. “We are pleased to have this mural that […]

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 14, 2025 (SKNIS) — Saint Kitts and Nevis is preparing to make a bold cultural statement at CARIFESTA XV, the Caribbean’s premier arts and culture festival, which will be held in Barbados from August 22–31, 2025, under the theme “Caribbean Roots… Global Excellence.” An impressive delegation of approximately 80 creatives and […]