Author: Nevis News
The Department of Agriculture in St Kitts and Nevis organizes an Agri-Music Festival Night Market on June 24, 2026. This event aligns with the opening night of the St Kitts Music Festival, enhancing the festive atmosphere.Event DetailsScheduled for Wednesday, June 24, from 5:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at the Basseterre Public Market, the night market collaborates with the Ministry of Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Cooperatives, and the Creative Economy. It aims to boost economic opportunities for local vendors, agro-processors, entrepreneurs, creatives, and small businesses.What to ExpectAttendees enjoy a vibrant evening featuring local foods, fresh produce, agro-processed goods, handmade items, beverages, crafts,…
The government of St. Kitts and Nevis introduces a Digital Insurance Card system to streamline healthcare access, offering faster and more convenient benefits for residents.Civil servants receive the first cards during the launch ceremony. Prime Minister Drew, who oversees the Ministry of Health, highlights how the system makes care more affordable by eliminating upfront full payments for treatments and tests.Prime Minister Drew announces that 8,500 civil servants gain immediate benefits. Users now pay only the standard co-pay, avoiding financial strain from advance costs.Overcoming Past Financial BarriersPreviously, patients paid hundreds of dollars upfront for services, then faced extensive paperwork for social…
St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force Cadet Corps member Cadet Huggins E served as Sergeant at Arms during a recent sitting of the St. Kitts National Youth Parliament Association. The event occurred on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at the National Assembly Chambers in Basseterre. Role and Responsibilities Modeling the Westminster parliamentary system used across Commonwealth nations, Cadet Huggins maintained law and order in the chamber. He assisted the presiding officer, ensured smooth proceedings, and upheld the dignity and decorum of the House throughout the session. Sources confirm he performed these duties with exceptional professionalism and discipline. Session Focus: Reparatory Justice The…
Eleven women in St. Kitts and Nevis participated in a self-development workshop under the Chronic Disease Self-Management Program (CDSMP) on May 11, 2026, at Her Majesty’s Prison.Workshop Overview and PartnershipsThe Ministry of Health organized the event in collaboration with community organizers and the Seventh-day Adventist Church as part of the EmpowHERment Project. Participants focused on personal wellness, self-development, and healing through practical tools like education, mentorship, and compassionate support.These resources address chronic illnesses, mental health, stress, and daily challenges, promoting long-term growth via health, hope, and rehabilitation efforts.Impact and Collaboration BenefitsThe initiative highlights effective teamwork among healthcare professionals, community groups,…
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Denzil Douglas attended the annual KANA Mother’s Day Gala in Bronx, New York, on May 11, 2026. Members of the St. Kitts and Nevis diaspora invited him to join their Mother’s Day festivities, where he shared photos and insights from the event on social media. Event Focus and Attendance The gathering drew numerous St. Kitts and Nevis diaspora members living abroad. Organizers hosted the gala to express gratitude, love, and appreciation for mothers. Participants celebrated mothers and mother figures, emphasizing their vital roles as matriarchs and community builders in fortifying families and upholding cultural heritage…
Nevis Island Administration officials pursue partnerships with investors to develop a luxury resort at Indian Castle. Premier Mark Brantley revealed the initiative during his April 27 press conference.Reviving High-End Tourism ProjectAuthorities actively engage multiple developers to transform the Indian Castle site into an ultra-premium tourism destination. Past development plans stalled, but recent efforts revive the project to create a top-tier resort. The vision includes a new golf course that enhances Nevis’s luxury offerings, such as the Four Seasons Resort Nevis.One developer team already inspected the site. Officials met with Greg Norman, former world number one PGA golfer, who toured the…
St. Kitts and Nevis wrapped up its first Inter-Island Primary School Athletic Championship on May 3, 2026, at the Nevis Athletic Stadium. Top young athletes from both islands competed, establishing a fresh platform to showcase emerging talent across the federation. Championship Results Team Nevis claimed overall victory with 19 gold medals, 14 silver, and 10 bronze. Team St. Kitts delivered a strong showing, earning 15 gold, 20 silver, and 16 bronze medals. Individual Standouts Athletes from both islands excelled in individual events. Rone Isles of Nevis secured the Victrix Ludorum title with 30 points, while Calvert Gift of St. Kitts…
Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis, Dr. Terrance Drew, plans to board the inaugural P&O Cruises voyage departing from St Kitts in November 2027, accompanied by his family to celebrate this key milestone for the nation.Homeporting Milestone for TourismP&O Cruises launches homeporting operations from St Kitts and Nevis starting November 2027, featuring flagship ships Arvia and Iona. Tourism officials and government leaders hail the move as a major boost to the country’s tourism industry.Dr. Drew shared the news on social media, urging residents to book cruises directly from St Kitts and Nevis. He emphasized that homeporting elevates operations to…
The Caribbean region kicks off preparations for the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, set to run from June 1 to November 30, 2026. Peak activity typically spans August through October. Below-Average Season Predicted Colorado State University forecasts a below-average season, with 13 named storms, six hurricanes, and two major hurricanes reaching Category 3 strength or higher. Experts attribute the subdued activity to El Niño conditions, which disrupt tropical storm formation in the Atlantic. Authorities confirm this outlook signals less intensity compared to recent years, yet vigilance remains essential across the Caribbean and broader Atlantic basin. Regional Governments and Partners Mobilize Stakeholders,…
Premier Mark Brantley of Nevis highlighted the escalating challenge of animal overpopulation during a recent press conference. The island grapples with surging numbers of monkeys, donkeys, and stray livestock, which reproduce rapidly due to their undomesticated nature. Persistent Population Control Struggles Despite ongoing efforts by the Nevis Island Administration, measures to curb the growth have fallen short. Brantley stated, “Clearly, they’re reproducing constantly, and none of the programs we’ve tried has been completely successful.” Government initiatives have included culling programs and incentives for residents to reduce monkey populations. “We were actually paying persons across the island who provide evidence that…