Saint Kitts and Nevis News

Prime Minister Terrance Drew met Deputy Prime Minister Geoffrey Hanley in Miami on September 28 for an update on government work, national matters and the Federation’s UNGA81 engagements.

St Kitts and Nevis and Azerbaijan have signed a visa-waiver agreement covering all passport categories, easing travel and strengthening bilateral ties between the two countries.

Acting Prime Minister Geoffrey Hanley used a UNGA81 address to highlight the financial and climate pressures facing Caribbean countries and call for stronger international support for sustainable development.

Dr Denzil Douglas joined CARICOM discussions and a meeting on UN Security Council veto reform as St Kitts and Nevis began its diplomatic programme.

The Sandy Point cricketer has been selected for West Indies’ six-match tour of Zimbabwe, featuring three ODIs and three T20Is from September 24 to October 7.

India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar wished St. Kitts and Nevis prosperity and happiness on its 43rd Independence anniversary, reaffirming India’s close cooperation with the Federation.

St. Kitts and Nevis High Commissioner Kevin Isaac hosted nearly 200 nationals in London, highlighting the diaspora’s role in supporting national development through expertise, investment and mentorship.

Prime Minister Dr Terrance Drew thanked citizens for their prayers and support, saying he is recovering well while the government continues to function smoothly in his absence.

The National Carnival Committee has unveiled five contestants for the 2026-27 Miss St. Kitts and Nevis Queen Pageant, with the winner set to receive EC$20,000, land and other prizes.

Prime Minister Terrance Drew says he remains under medical care in South Florida after experiencing nausea, vomiting, dizziness and difficulty walking last Sunday.

Martinique media reported that St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew was diagnosed with a stroke and later travelled to Miami for further medical evaluation.

Prime Minister Terrance Drew remains in stable condition after being hospitalized with headache, nausea and fever, with doctors recommending overseas medical observation as a precaution.

Two distinctive aircraft arrived at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, giving aviation enthusiasts in St. Kitts a rare look at JetBlue’s Dominican-themed Airbus A320 and interCaribbean’s new Embraer E170.

St. Kitts and Nevis offers US investors a streamlined entry into the Caribbean through two dedicated investment agencies, stable economic growth, and a business environment backed by English common law.

The final group of 12 students has arrived in Taiwan, completing the Federation’s largest-ever Taiwan scholarship cohort of 37 students for the 2026 academic year.

National junior 400m hurdles record holder Akanye Francis has moved to Coppin State University in Maryland to continue his education and compete in NCAA Division I athletics.

NEVLEC officials will inspect the Drillmec HH-300 rig in Iceland before it is shipped to Nevis to drill five geothermal wells at the Hamilton site.

The Saddlers well produced about 175 US gallons per minute during initial testing, more than three times the output of the existing water source in the area.

St. Kitts has welcomed 1,002,282 cruise passengers as of August 20, marking its first return to the one-million passenger level since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Port Zante is welcoming two major cruise ships on August 20, bringing thousands of visitors and boosting tourism activity across Basseterre.