Saint Kitts and Nevis News

Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew is expected to return to St Kitts and Nevis on October 24 after receiving medical clearance to resume his official duties.

A magnitude 4.7 earthquake was reported in the Caribbean Sea near Saint Kitts and Nevis on October 18, 2026.

St. Kitts and Nevis topped the CBI Index 2026 with 78 points, followed by Dominica with 75 and Grenada with 72.

St Kitts and Nevis joined Taiwan in celebrating its 115th National Day on October 10, reaffirming 43 years of diplomatic relations and cooperation in education, healthcare, renewable energy and other sectors.

St Kitts and Nevis all-rounder Jahzara Claxton scored 73 runs and took seven wickets as West Indies Women completed a 3-0 T20I series sweep over Zimbabwe.

Nevis ranked 13th and St. Kitts 17th in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Awards for the Caribbean and Atlantic, with both islands scoring above 91 points.

Jahzara Claxton delivered consecutive all-round performances as West Indies Women recorded back-to-back eight-wicket victories over Zimbabwe in the first two T20 internationals.

Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas brought 7,069 passengers to St. Kitts on October 1, with visitors exploring Port Zante, local attractions, tours and beaches across the island.

Ten families in Constituency 4 received keys to new homes in Half Way Tree, with officials highlighting housing as a source of security, stability and opportunity for families.

Trans Anguilla Airways has opened a dedicated office and established a local team at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport, strengthening its presence and regional air connections in St Kitts and Nevis.

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.