AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoHousing Delivery: Nineteen families received keys to new homes in Stapleton on Sept. 10, with Acting Prime Minister Dr. Geoffrey Hanley calling it “new beginnings” and a step toward equity-building for households. Water Security: Nevis commissioned a new 500,000-gallon glass-fused storage tank at Stoney Hill, boosting total capacity there to one million gallons and replacing an older, leaky tank to strengthen drought resilience. Water Policy Debate: A local discussion revisits whether desalination should be a practical fix for St. Kitts and Nevis’ water problems, weighing global momentum against cost and environmental risks. Sustainable Development Agenda: Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin told the OAS that St. Kitts and Nevis’ SISA plan targets renewable energy, water security, climate-smart agriculture, resilient housing, and a circular economy—while urging partners to help close the implementation gap. Local Business & Skills: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship opens Sept. 10, offering St. Kitts and Nevis residents advanced training in areas like AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and data analytics. Agriculture Alert: The Department of Agriculture issued a public advisory on dermatophilosis, urging farmers to isolate infected animals, restrict herd movement, and seek veterinary treatment to protect livestock and food security. Banking & Industry Recognition: Bank of Nevis highlighted long-time customer CARIB Brewery and saluted LEFCO Equipment & Rental for supporting construction and growing local needs.
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