Ebola Precautions Prompt St. Kitts Border Action Public health precautions at Robert L. Bradshaw International Airport in St. Kitts and Nevis led to the denial of entry for approximately 17 passengers who arrived from Nigeria, following heightened international concern over Ebola transmission risks in parts of Africa. The Ministry of National Security confirmed the action, […]
Sunken Plane Becomes New Caribbean Dive Site By Stephen Weir Most Caribbean islands that attract scuba diving tourists feature underwater attractions — sunken ships, submerged artworks, and even purpose-built reefs –offering divers and snorkelers a chance to explore vibrant marine environments. In many cases, new coral is even replanted along shorelines to encourage marine growth, […]
Caribbean Leaders Unite to Deliver Aid to Cuba Caribbean nations are intensifying support for Cuba, mobilizing cash and essential aid through the regional secretariat in Guyana as economic hardship deepens on the island. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis and current chair of the 15-member bloc, said details on upcoming shipments would […]
Anticipation is rising in St. Kitts and Nevis as organisers prepare for the 28th staging of the St. Kitts Music Festival, unveiling a wide ranging cast of performers expected to headline the 2026 edition. This year’s programme brings together an extensive mix of regional and international acts, including Fantasia, Machel Montano, Mavado, Beres Hammond, Masicka, […]
Caribbean Women Confront Pelvic Health Stigma For generations, many women across the Caribbean and its diaspora have quietly managed issues linked to pelvic health, often accepting discomfort as routine rather than a signal to seek care. Concerns such as urinary leakage after childbirth, persistent pelvic pain, and digestive irregularities have frequently been minimised, discussed in […]
Historic OECS Flight Connects Caribbean to Africa In a landmark achievement for South-South cooperation and regional integration, the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) proudly supports the first-ever large-scale commercial charter flight originating from the Caribbean directly to the African continent, organised by Aquarian Consult Limited. On March 21, 2026, this historic flight departed from […]
A fresh look at CARICOM–U.S. ties The meeting between Caribbean leaders and United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio during the 50th Conference of CARICOM Heads of Government in St. Kitts may ultimately prove more important than the brief joint statement that followed it. On the surface, the language was diplomatic and measured. Officials described […]
St. Kitts PM signals push to address falling birth rates Prime Minister Terrance Drew has announced plans to take a policy submission to Cabinet aimed at reversing declining birth rates in St. Kitts and Nevis, framing the issue as central to the country’s long-term social and economic stability. In a brief social media post this […]
Thousands face crisis over Caribbean passports A growing number of UAE residents who acquired second citizenships through Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes now face uncertain futures. These individuals, many from India, South Asia, and the Middle East, spent between $115,000 and $330,000 on passports from countries like Dominica, Saint Lucia, and Saint Kitts and […]
Saint Kitts and Nevis launches Electronic Travel Authorization for visitors Travel to Saint Kitts and Nevis is getting a digital upgrade. The twin-island nation has officially launched an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system, aimed at modernizing its border process, improving security, and enhancing the arrival experience for international visitors. Beginning this week, all foreign travelers […]
