AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMedicinal Cannabis Regulation: St. Kitts and Nevis Medicinal Cannabis Authority has executed a contract for a Seed-to-Sale Track and Trace system, using GrowerIQ software to monitor cultivation through distribution and retail—while the country still has yet to issue its first commercial medicinal cannabis licence. Cost of Living Relief: Government extended temporary fuel and import relief measures to Sept. 30, keeping a 50% excise tax cut on eligible gasoline, 50% reduction in customs service charges, and removing shipper charges from customs duty calculations. Water & Infrastructure: PM Drew highlighted progress on the Basseterre desalination plant aimed at 24-hour water access for about 70% of residents, and the National Assembly heard of a promising new water source discovery in Saddlers. Energy Transition: IRENA opened a funding call for renewable energy projects across Central America and the Caribbean, including St. Kitts and Nevis, with support via its Climate Investment Platform and Energy Transition Finance Accelerator. Public Sector Governance: A High Court ruling in the Petrona Thomas transfer case found the process unlawful and void, citing “vindictiveness and heavy-handedness” and faulting constitutional responsibilities. Health Services: Nevis is advancing a dedicated dialysis facility at Alexandra Hospital, targeting completion in Q3 and capacity for up to 20 patients.
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