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Stakeholders Map Out New Waste Management and Recycling Strategies

Published 28 August 2026

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STAKEHOLDERS MAP OUT NEW WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING STRATEGIES

Basseterre, Saint Kitts, August 28, 2026 (SKNIS): New strategies to enhance waste management and recycling processes and systemsacross Saint Kitts and Nevis, were discussed on Friday, August 28, 2026, during a half-day workshop held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort.

Public sector officials from the Federal Government and the Nevis Island Administration (NIA) representing health, environment, physical planning, Bureau of Standards, and waste collection took a critical and honest look at the waste management landscape, identified key gaps and challenges faced, and suggested practical recommendations to improve short-term efficiency, while charting a long-term development path forward. Staff from the local Republic of China (Taiwan) Technical Mission and the Taiwan Embassy also contributed to the consultations.

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BACK TO SCHOOL OPENING CEREMONY TRANSPORTATION DETAILS

Published 25 August 2026

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NOTICE BACK TO SCHOOL OPENING CEREMONY TRANSPORTATION DETAILS

Basseterre: St. Kitts, TuesdayAugust 25, 2026: The Ministry of Education announces that the 2026-2027 Back to School Opening Ceremony for teachers will be held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on Monday, August 31, at 9:00 am.

All teachers attending the ceremony are advised of the following transportation arrangements

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Government’s Groundwater Drilling Program Records Major Breakthrough in Saddlers

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

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

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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