Published 22 May 2026 Buckie Got It, St. Kitts and Nevis News Source GOVERNMENT CONVENES POLICY REVIEW FOR NEW YOUTH ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT BUREAU Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 22, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is engaging key stakeholders to help shape the Youth Economic Empowerment Bureau, which is intended to assist youth in establishing new businesses to
Official Funeral Announced for Cultural Titan ‘King Ellie Matt’
Published 23 May 2026
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Official Funeral Announced for Cultural Titan ‘King Ellie Matt’
The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has announced that Mr. Elston ‘King Ellie Matt’ Nero, MH, CSM, will be accorded an Official Funeral, a fitting national tribute for a man who dedicated his life to his country. The announcement confirms that the beloved “Maestro” will be laid to rest following a public ceremony on Thursday June 11, 2026. The Official Funeral, a formal state-assisted public event typically reserved for individuals of profound national importance or who have made significant contributions to the nation, will allow citizens from all walks of life to pay their final respects to a true son of the soil. Mr. Nero passed away on April 26, 2026, at the age of 73.
Weather Bulletin
Published 22 May 2026
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Weather Bulletin
Issued at: 4 pm Friday 22nd May 2026
Present Weather: Partly Cloudy Skies
Winds: A moderate breeze of 14 mph from the East.
Temperature: 29°C / 84°F Max Temp: 31°C / 87°F Humidity: 76%
Sea Level Pressure: 1016.3mbs or 30.01”
24-hour rainfall at the R.L. Bradshaw Intl. at 2 pm: 1.2mm / 0.05’’
Amount of rainfall for the month of May: 12.9 mm / 0.51”
Sunrise: Tom 5:37 am Sunset: Tom 6:38 pm
GOVERNMENT CONVENES POLICY REVIEW FOR NEW YOUTH ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT BUREAU
Published 22 May 2026
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GOVERNMENT CONVENES POLICY REVIEW FOR NEW YOUTH ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT BUREAU
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 22, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis is engaging key stakeholders to help shape the Youth Economic Empowerment Bureau, which is intended to assist youth in establishing new businesses to meet the increasing demand for services as the economy continues to expand.
A Validation Workshop was convened on Friday, May 22, 2026, at the Conference Room of the St. Kitts Cooperative Credit Union Branch at the corner of Cayon and Church Street. Participants from across the public sector, along with representatives from financial institutions, youth leaders, and private-sector officials, discussed the proposed framework for the new Bureau.
PRIME MINISTER DREW CHAMPIONS YOUTH INNOVATION AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AT VALIDATION WORKSHOP
Published 22 May 2026
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PRIME MINISTER DREW CHAMPIONS YOUTH INNOVATION AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT AT VALIDATION WORKSHOP
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, May 22, 2026 (SKNIS): Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, has underscored the immense potential of the nation’s young people and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to creating opportunities for youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship during the opening of the Youth Economic Empowerment Bureau Validation Workshop held today, May 22, 2026.
SKNFA LAUNCHES C LICENSE COACHING COURSE
Published 22 May 2026
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SKNFA LAUNCHES C LICENSE COACHING COURSE
The St. Kitts and Nevis Football Association (SKNFA), through its Coaching Education
Department, officially launched the C License Coaching Course 2026 recently at the National
Bank Group Technical Center, marking another significant step in the Federation’s commitment
to football development and coach education.
Speaking at the opening ceremony, SKNFA General Secretary Techell Mclean underscored the
importance of the initiative and highlighted the Association’s decision to offer the course free of
cost to participants.