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PM stresses need for resilience and diversification at Budget Forum

At the Budget 2025 National Forum held on October 30, Prime Minister, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, highlighted the need for economic diversification and resilience as key to securing a sustainable future for St. Kitts and Nevis. Speaking to attendees from the public and private sectors, civil society, and students from C. F. Bryant College, […]

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NHC Begins Land Preparation for New Smart Homes

By Loshaun Dixon The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has begun clearing lands for the construction of new smart homes, marking a significant step forward in its mission to provide affordable, high-quality, climate-resilient housing. “This marks a significant milestone in the government’s commitment to provide affordable, high-quality, climate-resilient housing to its citizens,” the National […]

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Major Changes to CBI Programme aimed at economic boost 

  The St. Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit (CIU) has unveiled amendments to its Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme, including a major revamp of the country’s real estate offering. The changes, introduced in October, are expected to increase demand for St. Kitts and Nevis’ CBI Programme and fuel the Federation’s economic growth. One […]

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Brantley Addresses Concerns Over Nisbet Plantation Hotel and Airport Expansion

Responding to questions from The Observer, Premier of Nevis Mark Brantley delivered candid views in relation to ongoing concerns about the redevelopment of the Nisbet Plantation Hotel and its proximity to the planned expansion of the Vance Amory International Airport. His remarks painted a picture of frustration and growing impatience with the investors, alongside a […]

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Grenada Boasts Of Wedding Witnessed By Fish.

The Grenada Tourism Authority  is very happy about a big event for tourism in Grenada: the island’s first underwater wedding. This unique wedding took place at the new Grand Mal Underwater Wedding Chapel, where U.S. couple Arthur and Kim Miller, who are members of the National Association of Black Scuba Divers, exchanged vows. With the […]

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PAHO Warns Of Measles Comeback In Region, Need For Vaccination.

PAHO, the continental public health agency for the Americas has  suggested that governments need to up their measles vaccination strategies Given the recent identification of measles clusters and cases in the Americas, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) issued an epidemiological alert on Thursday. Therefore, the World Health Organization’s (WHO) continental subsidiary urged local governments […]

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Its All About Eyes In Jamaica-Cuba Cooperation.

Since the Jamaica/Cuba Eye Care Programme resumed in August 2023, nearly 4,000 eye surgeries have been performed as of October 18, 2024. Health Minister Dr. Christopher Tufton reported that thousands of Jamaicans have benefited from cataract and pterygium surgeries, as well as diabetic retinopathy laser and anterior segment laser treatments. During a media briefing and […]

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New Airport Means Barbuda Finally Linked To Airline Network, Ready For Private Jets.

The opening of a new international airport in Barbuda this month is going to make a big difference for  the island, which has long been known for its serene beauty and unique pink sand beaches. The airport, inaugurated in late October 2024, boasts a 6,100-foot runway and a state-of-the-art terminal designed to handle a variety […]

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The Rain In Spain.

Three days after torrential rain and  flash floods hit Spanish towns and the city of Valencia, killing over 205 people, the feelings of the survivors are veering towards anger, frustration, and strong community support. Emergency authorities confirmed at least 205 deaths, with 202 of them in Valencia. Many roads are still blocked by debris, trapping […]

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