Published 10 April 2025
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ECDU CONCLUDES AUTISM AND DEVELOPMENTAL DELAYS PROJECT – PHASE THREE.
Basseterre, St. Kitts, Thursday, April 10, 2025: The Early Childhood Development Unit (ECDU) successfully concluded phase three of its Autism and Developmental Delays Project on Wednesday, April 09, under the theme ‘Our Children Our Priority – Fostering Equitable Quality Education’.
Published 10 April 2025
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COMMUNITY NOTICE
Students from the Washington Archibald High School, Basseterre High School and Immaculate Conception Catholic School and their parents are invited to an information session to learn about the CFBC’s certification offerings, and the pre-requisite subjects prospective students will need.
Published 10 April 2025
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DANIA PHIPPS SENTENCED FORTY-FIVE YEARS FOR MURDER
Dania Phipps of Saddlers, St. Kitts, has been sentenced to His Majesty’s Prison for the offence of Murder. The criminal act was committed on April 22 nd, 2020, against the late Clement Mills of Parsons Village, St. Kitts.
Published 10 April 2025
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OLYMPIC GOLD MEDALIST WARMLY WELCOMED TO SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 10, 2025 (SKNIS): Dominica’s Olympic Triple Jump Gold Medalist, Thea LaFond-Gadson, received a warm welcome to Saint Kitts and Nevis at a reception cocktail at the Saint Kitts Marriott Resort on Wednesday (April 09, 2025).
Government officials, members from the sporting fraternity, and students from various schools attended the cocktail to welcome the Olympian, who is in the Federation to participate in the Ninth Annual Growth and Resilience Dialogue hosted by the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank.
Published 10 April 2025
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Taiwan ICDF and SKN Government Sign Landmark Agreement to Tackle Water Insecurity
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, April 10, 2025 (PMO) –The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis today, April 10, signed a significant loan agreement with the International Cooperation and Development Fund (ICDF) of the Republic of China (Taiwan), marking a major step forward in the nation’s journey toward water security and resilience.
The loan facility, valued at up to US $13 million, will support the completion of the Basseterre Desalination Plant, a key project already under construction that will help ensure 24/7 access to safe and reliable water for citizens and residents across the island.
Speaking at the brief but meaningful signing ceremony, Prime Minister Hon. Dr. Terrance Drew reaffirmed his government’s commitment to ending the long-standing challenges of water shortages in St. Kitts and Nevis.
“In St. Kitts and Nevis, water is not just a utility—it is a sacred resource. Today, we continue to power progress in water security, with purpose, with partnership, and with vision,” said Prime Minister Drew, adding that “This plant is not just infrastructure—it is independence, sustainability, and progress.”
The Prime Minister praised the longstanding and multifaceted partnership with Taiwan, highlighting its support across critical development sectors including agriculture, healthcare, ICT, and now, water. He thanked the Government and People of Taiwan and the Ambassador to St. Kitts and Nevis, H.E. Michael Lin, for their ongoing friendship and cooperation, noting that Taiwan has consistently engaged as a true partner, working alongside St. Kitts and Nevis not as a donor, but as an equal.
The signing was officially witnessed by His Excellency Mr. Michael C. H. Lin, Ambassador of the Republic of China (Taiwan) to the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. Also in attendance were Financial Secretary Hilary Hazel, Deputy Financial Secretary Laverne Queeley, and Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Public Infrastructure and Utilities, Mr. Daryl Lloyd.
The Basseterre Desalination Plant forms part of the government’s broader Sustainable Island State Agenda, and its bold efforts to integrate smart technology, modernize infrastructure, and build long-term climate resilience.
“As we move forward, this government remains committed to addressing the social aches of our people. And with every step, we remain resilient, independent, and future-ready,” Prime Minister Drew expressed.
