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Published 21 August 2026

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Government’s Groundwater Drilling Program Records Major Breakthrough in Saddlers 

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 21, 2026 (PMO) — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has recorded a major breakthrough in its ongoing efforts to strengthen the island’s water security, following the successful drilling of a new groundwater well in Saddlers that has produced highly promising results.

The Saddlers well is the first to be drilled under the Government’s Groundwater Drilling Project, an EC$28 million initiative being undertaken by St. Kitts Water Services Department, in collaboration with the Trinidad and Tobago-based Water and Oil Well Services and technical specialists. The programme forms part of the Government’s broader strategy to expand water production and move St. Kitts towards reliable 24-hour water service island-wide.

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Published 21 August 2026

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Government Continues Cost-of-Living Support with Electricity and Water Reconnection Measures

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 20, 2026 (PMO) – The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, under the leadership of Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew, is once again providing practical relief to households facing challenges with outstanding electricity and water accounts, building on the successful utility reconnection assistance introduced as part of the Independence 40 Reset.

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Published 20 August 2026

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St. Kitts’ Cruise Sector Marks Strong Rebound, Surpassing One Million Passengers

Milestone reflects renewed cruise line confidence, strengthened 

partnerships and continued growth of the sector

Basseterre, St. Kitts (August 20, 2026) — St. Kitts has welcomed 1,002,282 cruise passengers as of today, surpassing the one-million-passenger mark for the first time since the pandemic. This significant milestone underscores the destination’s strong rebound and continued growth following the reopening of the global cruise industry.

The milestone reflects renewed confidence in St. Kitts as a cruise destination and the results of sustained efforts to strengthen industry partnerships, enhance the visitor experience and position the destination for continued growth.

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Published 18 August 2026

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Drew- Led Government Continues Practical Interventions to Ease Cost-of-Living Pressures on Families

Basseterre, St. Kitts, August 18, 2026 (PMO) – As persistent inflation, elevated prices and wider global economic uncertainty continue to place pressure on households across the Caribbean and beyond, the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis is maintaining a proactive approach to protecting families and strengthening their ability to withstand external economic shocks.

The recently launched 2026 Back-to-School Voucher Programme, which provides EC$250 for every eligible child, represents the latest in a series of targeted interventions by the Drew-led Administration aimed at reducing household expenses and placing additional financial resources directly into the hands of families.

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