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Saint Kitts and Nevis Pioneers Cutting-Edge Border Management in the Caribbean

Saint Kitts and Nevis is on track to become the first nation in the Caribbean to implement an advanced Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) system by mid-2025. This transformative initiative was highlighted during an introductory meeting on January 17, 2025, with key national stakeholders and the leadership team of Travizory Border Security SA, headed by CEO Renaud Irminger.

Government of St. Kitts and Nevis Takes Action to Protect Citizens and Residents by Addressing the Global Food Price Crisis

As part of the Government’s 2025 Budget Address, a comprehensive suite of initiatives has been introduced to ease the financial burdens of our people. Chief among these is the Value Added Tax (VAT) reduction from 17 to 13 percent for the first six months of 2025. This VAT relief is expected to lower the cost of essential goods, including food items, thereby providing immediate relief to households navigating rising grocery bills.
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Road March Champion Wants Victory 60 More Times

Lead vocalist of the Small Axe Band Royston’ Mr. World’ Wigley commented on the Road March repeat victory for Sugar Mas 47 saying: “I feel overwhelmed on behalf of the band, myself and the fans. I want us to get it 60 more times! Big up to God and the fans who made it possible.”

Winning Troupe Overtakes Fraco Cart On Las’ Lap

Jamming in three-peat champion mode as troupe of the year, a section of the ULTRA Carnival Sugar Rush took over a snow cone (commonly known as fraco) cart during the early hours of Las’ Lap for Sugar Mas 47 held on Wednesday 2nd January through the streets of Basseterre as curtain fell on the St.Kitts-Nevis National Carnival yearly production.

Hotel, J’ouvert Arrests Compared

Members of the public are currently engaged in a widespread debate on the topic of how locals are allegedly handled by police compared to the recent arrest of a tourist couple at a local hotel in Frigate Bay on New Year’s Day (Tuesday 1st January).

Tawanna Collins is the new National Carnival Queen

Miss SCASPA, Tawanna Collins, is the new National Carnival Queen following the National Carnival Queen Pageant that was held Sugar Mill on Friday, 28th December.

Miss Independent Crowned Senior Calypso Monarch Again

The youngest ever competitor talented Miss Independent (Karisia Willett) continues to dominate the calypso arena since her debut in 2017 when she made history to become the first ever Female National Senior Calypso Monarch, and now making history again as the first female to two-peat.

Cayon High Wins National Carnival Talented Teen; Teenage, Junior Calypso Winners Crowned

Cayon High School’s Avanya Richards on Wednesday of this week December 26th won the coveted title of Miss National Carnival Talented Teen.

Cayon Pantastics Three-Peats In Wins Sugar Mas Steel Pan Competition

The Cayon Pantastics has won the annual Sugar Mas Steel Band Competition, held on Sunday night, 23rd December, at the Circus in downtown Basseterre for the third consecutive year.

Rucas H.E Crowned Soca Monarch

Caseem Pemberton stage name Rucas H.E. was on Friday evening (December 21st) crowned the new Soca Monarch at Carnival Village, Warner Park, and Basseterre.

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Saint Kitts and Nevis Pioneers Cutting-Edge Border Management in the Caribbean

Saint Kitts and Nevis is on track to become the first nation in the Caribbean to implement an advanced Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) system by mid-2025. This transformative initiative was highlighted during an introductory meeting on January 17, 2025, with key national stakeholders and the leadership team of Travizory Border Security SA, headed by CEO Renaud Irminger.

Government of St. Kitts and Nevis Takes Action to Protect Citizens and Residents by Addressing the Global Food Price Crisis

As part of the Government’s 2025 Budget Address, a comprehensive suite of initiatives has been introduced to ease the financial burdens of our people. Chief among these is the Value Added Tax (VAT) reduction from 17 to 13 percent for the first six months of 2025. This VAT relief is expected to lower the cost of essential goods, including food items, thereby providing immediate relief to households navigating rising grocery bills.

Cabinet Secretary Dr. Marcus Natta and Permanent Secretary Azilla Clarke

The innovative Budget Boost Wallet (BBW) initiative by the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has been overwhelmingly embraced by citizens and residents with approximately 15,000 individuals registered to date.

St. Kitts and Nevis to Share Report on Child Protection Efforts With International Community in Geneva

Azilla Clarke, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Social Development and Gender Affairs, will head the delegation that will virtually present the country report to the Committee of Experts. The Committee on the Rights of the Child comprises 18 independent experts who monitor how States and Parties implement the Convention.