ECDU CRICKET FESTIVAL AHEAD OF CHILD MONTH LAUNCH — May 27, 2026
Basseterre, St. Kitts — The Early Childhood Development Unit (ECDU) hosted a Cricket Festival on Wednesday May 27, as part of its pre-Child Month activities aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles and active living among children. The festival brought together students, teachers and supporters for a fun-filled day of cricket activities, teamwork and recreation. Mr. Dennis Phillip, President of the St. Kitts Cricket Association, said: “With this initiative, and this being the second annual cricket festival, we consider the Early Childhood Development Unit to be an advocate with us in pushing cricket to the next level. Starting cricket at this early age is a very good indication that cricket will reach somewhere.” Child Month 2026 is being celebrated under the theme “Fueling our Bodies with the Best – Good Nutrition, Movement and Rest.”
NATMA FREE MEDICAL MISSION JUNE 1-4 ACROSS SAINT KITTS AND NEVIS
The Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan), in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Health and the Nevis Island Administration, is pleased to announce the upcoming North American Taiwanese Medical Association (NATMA) medical mission. From Monday June 1 to Thursday June 4, 2026, a dedicated team of US and Canada-based Family Medicine doctors and healthcare professionals will offer free medical services and consultations to the public. This 17-member delegation, led by Dr. Charles Hsu, marks the association’s first-ever mission to the Federation, with all members volunteering their time and covering their own personal travel expenses. Clinic schedule: St. Kitts — Basseterre Health Center (June 1, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM) and St. Paul’s Health Center (June 2, 8:30 AM–3:30 PM); Nevis — Brown Hill Health Centre (June 3, 9:00 AM–3:30 PM) and Charlestown Health Centre (June 4, 9:00 AM–3:30 PM). Members of the public are highly encouraged to visit their nearest designated center and arrive early to facilitate smooth registration.