Anglina Byron

St. Kitts and Nevis saw a historic decline in homicides, with only seven reported in 2025, compared to 28 in 2024.

PM Drew emphasized moving forward with purpose, calm leadership, and confidence as the chairmanship is handed over by Dr Irfaan Ali of Guyana.

During his New Year’s address, he said they are taking quick action to address the U.S. restrictions on issuing new visas to Antigua and Barbuda's nationals.

PM Drew said the healthcare sector in St Kitts and Nevis is undergoing major transformation, with Nigerian professionals contributing their skills and experience to serve the nation.

PM Drew noted that a nation prospers not only through economic growth, but through the dignity, well-being and opportunity afforded to every citizen.

He highlighted decisive government actions, including a revised minimum wage and the removal of VAT and customs duties on essential food items to ease the burden on households.

The confirmation was provided by Prime Minister Dr Roosevelt Skerrit of Dominica and Prime Minister Gaston Browne of Antigua and Barbuda.

Reports indicate that other nationals from Saint Lucia were also denied visas during the same period, raising concerns about US immigration practices.

To date, 313 of these homes have already been handed over to beneficiaries, with the remaining units in the final stages of completion.

The government is actively engaging with US Embassy officials in Bridgetown to obtain formal clarification on the scope of the new measures.

PM Browne emphasized that Antigua and Barbuda has worked closely with US authorities to strengthen safeguards within its Citizenship by Investment Programme, ensuring it poses no security risk to the US.

Speaking at a year-end press conference on Monday, PM Skerrit emphasized that a responsible government must stand with its people during times of hardship.

St Kitts and Nevis prepares to present its 2026 budget, with a focus on health, education, economic diversification and climate resilience.

Prime Minister Dr Roosevelt Skerrit defends the minimum wage increase, assuring it boosts vulnerable workers without sparking inflation.

A 5.7 million dollar will also be helpful in enhancing entrepreneurship and improving food safety across the island with enhanced standards.

Her profile highlights her milestone as Barbados’ first female prime minister, her acclaimed 2021 UN General Assembly speech on climate action and her recognition as a UNEP ‘Champion of the Earth’ for policy leadership.

The school will be named after former parliamentary representative Vernice Bellony as the decision was taken with the support of the cabinet.

The council reportedly decided to reject Chastanet's resignation request, amid calls for new leadership within the UWP after their December 1 loss at the polls.

The UWP won just one seat in the general elections, secured by Chastanet in Micoud South, while the Saint Lucia Labour Party claimed 14 seats, with two going to independent candidates.

Dominica’s 10-Megawatt geothermal plant in Roseau Valley aims to reduce reliance on fossil fuels, stabilize electricity prices, and boost renewable energy development.