Page:1 The St.Kitts Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 NEWS Page:2 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 LOCALNEWS NEWS Janice Daniel-Hodge Is New NRP Leader

New NRP Leader, Dr. Janice Daniel-Hodge

By Petra Mc Sheene the environment is safe In the event when elec- members of the NRP, to her father, Sir Simeon ensure that we do for our enough for them to ex- tions are called, the Nevis her family and close Daniel, who instilled in fellow mankind what we Daughter of National press their concerns so Reformation Party is friends who supported her her the level of awareness would want others to do Hero Sir Simeon Daniel, they can be adequately working assiduously to throughout the process, about the need to “put for us”. Dr. Janice Daniel-Hodge, addressed.” ensure that they can pro- and gave special thanks country above self, and is the new leader of the vide Nevisians with a bet- Nevis Reformation Party ter option at the polls. (NRP), a party which was founded by her father 50 Daniel-Hodge said that in Other members compris- years ago. She becomes order for the NRP to re- ing the party’s new ex- the first woman in thebound, a clear vision has ecutive include: Cleone Federation to be the lead- to be established, and pro- Stapleton-Simmonds – er of a political party. vide an opportunity for all Deputy Leader; Hensley members of the party to Daniel – Chairman; participate in rebuilding. Llewellyn Parris – Deputy Chairman; Dr. Andrea In an exclusive inter- Wanting to represent the Bussue – 2nd Vice view with the Observer, change that the party President; Virgil Browne Daniel-Hodge said she is needed in order to provide – Party Organiser; Sharon excited and as a woman, Nevisians with a viable Hobson – Treasurer; she is now in the position and stronger option for Tammy Farrell – to be more empathic and their development, and Assistant Treasurer; understanding with other for a brighter future for Devonne Cornelius women. the youth, Daniel-Hodge – Public Relations decided that she would Officer; Shirletta Byron enter the political arena. – Secretary General, and Patricia Jeffers – Assistant In response to how she Secretary General. will deal with issues of women such as single “My father’s influence In giving advice to mothers, domestic abuse had a lot to do with under- women who wish to pur- victims and women with standing that we should sue a career in politics, mental health issues, be independent thinkers; Daniel-Hodge stated that Daniel-Hodge stated that understand that it is im- they would have to com- she will have to look at portant to represent all mit themselves to public the policies that are in persons in spite of their life, ensure that they are place and how they are class on the social ladder,” in a position to commit being implemented. Dr. Daniel-Hodge pointed the necessary time and out. “All Nevisians should energy, and possess the have proper representa- skill sets to interact with tion, and I realize that their constituents and “We will have to pro- wasn’t happening based constituency. vide opportunities where on the current political women can feel more climate.” In closing, she took time comfortable and feel that to express thanks to the ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:3 National Heroes saluted for their advancement of SKN - -PM Harris pays tribute

Sir Kennedy Simmonds at the National Heroes’ Day Observance Cer- Prime Minister Dr. during his address at National He- emony roes’ Park

By Loshaun Dixon salute from members of entire nation that current between that great gen- Self-discipline and indus- He said that the new the security forces. citizens are no different to eration and the one that try. Respect for Elders. Ministry of Entertainment, The five National Heroes the nation’s heroes. will succeed us. Drive for improvement Talent Development and of St. Kitts and Nevis were Prime Minister Dr. Harris and advancement. Service Entrepreneurship will be saluted Wednesday as joined the entire country “What made them so dif- “We have the example and to others. Embracing our a legacy Ministry that will Kittitians and Nevisians in paying tribute to the ferent, that they would inspiration of our fore- shared responsibilities.” help to develop the talents commemorated National heroes who spent their have done so much yes- bears, coupled with the of young people of the Heroes’ Day, with the careers trying to strive for terday, to be so revered cause of and duty to our He implored that despite Federation. government organizing the betterment of St. Kitts by us today? Surprisingly, successors. We are indeed discouragement one may a National Heroes’ Day and Nevis. at the base of it all … well armed to succeed, face due to the current Observance Ceremony at nothing. and succeed we shall, by challenges, this should National Heroes’ Park. “It is not to say that no one the Grace of God; and if not diminish their dreams. “We will look back in else has contributed to “We are born of the same we hold true to our creed, time to realize so much The National Honours the tremendous achieve- stock; resilient citizens and “as stalwarts stand, “Examples abound where good would have come Act was enacted by ments we have made as of St. Kitts and Nevis; for justice and liberty” others have lifted them- to our young people from Parliament in 1996 to a young nation. However, these two islands “bound with the wisdom of our selves out of poverty by its work. The opportuni- honour individuals rec- these five have been- ex together with a common elders and the truth of our their sheer determination, ties for self-actualization, ognized to have made alted above the rest of the destiny”; born as they shared existence. and a little assistance income generation and the greatest contribu- citizenry because of their were, patriots, with an from others. I myself can fame would have been tion to the country’s extraordinary contribu- abiding love of country, If we serve our country in testify to that. I was born magnified through this advancement. tions and sacrificesever forseeking to improve the vein of the example into poverty, one of some Ministry. the advancement of the and advance ourselves as so ably set, then surely, thirty-three children sired The five national heroescause of an independent a people; born with the we will achieve the ad- by my father. I worked are Robert L. Bradshaw, St. Kitts and Nevis.” opportunities to serve the vancement we seek, and hard, and studied harder Sir C. A. Paul Southwell, needs of our nation in var- our successors will in turn in school, did all that was He however noted while Sir Joseph N. France, Sir Dr. Harris said the gov- ied capacities, and born honour us.” in my power to do for my the National Heroes Simeon Daniel, and Sir ernment had tried to im- as they were in a time advancement. served as an inspiration Kennedy A. Simmonds, mortalize them at the when St. Kitts and Nevis In a message to young to all, the achievement of the only living National National Heroes’ Park needed citizens to rise and people, Dr. Harris stated “And that which I could such a status must never Hero. commissioned in 2017. build that springboard for that all have what it takes not do, by the Grace of become the goal. the next generation. But to become a hero. God, fell into place, and The ceremony featured “The hope is that we have … they have done it!” today I am fortunate “Heroism by definition wreaths being laid at the expressed in a tangible “To our young people, enough to be addressing is selfless, rooted in the base of the statue of the way, the great respect He said it was his genera- who are in the spring of you as Prime Minister service, protection or four passed National and honour abiding in tion’s duty to raise up the your lives, I say to you of this proud and blessed assistance to others. A Heroes by Governor our hearts. Great they next generation of heroes. that a hero lies in you. It country. My heroes self-centered pursuit will General Sir Samuel were, and are, to have so is your destiny as a citi- helped me, so I in turn prove self-defeating, and Tapley Seaton QC and solidly laid the founda- “Even as we reflect -in zen of this great land. But may be a hero to some- will leave you impatient Prime Minister of St. Kitts tions of an emerging and wards, contemplating the hero will not emerge one. I pledge I shall use of your rate of success, and Nevis Dr. Timothy subsequently new nation, whether we will provide by osmosis. It must be every working moment arrogant with your own Harris, as well as family in a politically hostile and them as good an ex- nurtured. Nurtured with to advance the cause and achievement, and dis- members. Dr. Simmonds tumultuous world.” ample. Those of us in the the values and tradi- welfare of the people of St dainful of others who are received a bouquet of late Summer and Fall of tions that we Kittitians Kitts and Nevis.” seemingly on par or get- flowers and acceptedDr. a Harris informed the our lives are the bridge and Nevisians hold dear. ting ahead.” Page:4 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 EDITORIALNEWS EDITORIAL Resiliency & food security

More and more, as we come to terms with living with corona, there have Resiliency must also mean price control. Local produce, despite the been many calls for resiliency in all spheres of life. heavily subsidized inputs, are oft-times uncompetitively priced. Such prices drive local consumers away and contribute to the high food This call was echoed by the feature speaker for the Prime Minister’s importation bill that is of such concern to the authorities. We would Independence lecture series, and the East Monetary Authority argue that too little of our stimulus package money actually remained in focused on the topic of food security at one of its most recent public the nation. forums. It is this aspect of food security that we wish to dwell on in this editorial. To achieve resiliency, we must tackle the problem of loose livestock, especially non-food ones like the monkeys and the donkeys. They wreak There is no argument that we must eat what we grow, and we must havock on our farming efforts, and remain largely uncontrolled. Sheep, grow more of what we eat. There is no argument from us that we spend goats, pigs and cattle - food animals – need to and can be managed too much on food importation as the Prime Minister recently pointed better to contribute to the foodstock of the country. It is not acceptable out. And there is certainly no quarrel from us that the authorities have for livestock owners to force homeowners into costly animal control given great support to the agricultural sector, especially post Covid – measures. The recent passing of livestock control legislation in Nevis 19. Yet, we have not achieved any real level of resiliency because our does little by itself, to address the destruction done by free roaming methodology is too disjointed. We need a more holistic approach. domestic and wild animals.

What do we eat? And can we grow what we eat? Are we eating what we So while we agree with the underlying sentiments of and for resiliency are growing? Our diets have changed over the years as we moved away especially in our food supplies, we must urge the authorities to adopt a from farming and more into shopping. Most of our foods now come from more holistic approach to the problem. We must all work together to prepackaged from overseas factories. Also, much of our prime farming achieve this noble aim. lands have been rezoned into housing, lost forever except for the small backyard gardens; and even those are disappearing. Municipal markets have been replaced by oversized “supermarkets”

Part of the resiliency equation must be an examination of our food preparation habits. In this, we must hail the work of the Tourism authorities and the Health Promotion and the agro-processing units for highlighting creative ways of preparing materials, thereby reducing waste. Their treatment and promotion of mango as a vegetable as well as the traditional fruit is noteworthy. ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWSNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:5 Groundbreaking Ceremony held for New St. Peter’s Health Centre

(L-R) Hamilton, Byron-Nisbett, Haynes and Dr Harris after breaking ground for the new health centre

By Petra Mc Sheene is yet again delivering on of 2010 and 2019, over health centre was done Associates as the con- Byron-Nisbett and con- another promise to build five thousand children by Pemberton Design tractor to give the gov- tractor Robert Haynes In one year’s time, the a stronger, more resilient were born in just St. Kitts Studios. Williams further ernment their money’s then equipped them- people of St. Peters will health care sector; focused alone. He stated that the stated that after analys- worth. Completion of the selves with hard hats and celebrate independence on reducing the impact work done by the health ing the tenders that were project is scheduled to be shovels to break ground with the opening of a of both communicable centres in pre-natal and received, the Public achieved in 11 months. and signal the start of new health centre, after and non-communicable anti-natal care is signifi- Works Department rec- construction. government officials diseases.” cant engagement in the ommended Haynes and Hamilton, Dr. Harris, turned sod to signal the community that is worthy start of construction of the She further stated that it is of commendation. facility. the Ministry of Health’s intention to continue to The groundbreaking cer- invest in health and well- emony for the new St. ness at the primary health Prime Minister Harris Peter’s Health Centre care level. The new health pointed out that the sig- was held on Monday, centre is set to provide nature project about September 14, and contemporary health care health and wellness is was attended by- services offi to over four thou- taking place against a cials from the Ministry sand families. global health pandemic. of Health, Eugene He stated that the Unity Hamilton, Constituency “This project is part of a government is reaffirm- Representative; Minister community-wide facelift ing their commitment to of Health Akilah Byron- and build-out of a pri- healthcare as part of the Nisbett and Prime mary health infrastructure delivery of the stronger, Minister Dr. Timothy to foster the promotion of safer future which was Harris, among others. health and prevent dis- promised to every citizen ease, and thus positively and resident. Byron-Nisbett expressed impact the quality of her pride in being able lives.” to participate in the sym- bolic ceremony, add- Byron-Nisbett announced “Every day we are being ing that the presence of that they were nearing reminded as a country of the Ministry of Health completion of a highly the global community, illustrated their com- refurbished health centre that this is a challenging mitment and significantat Newtown, are in the period in all of history. buy-in to the Sustainable design phase of the new We are faced with one of Development goal #3, Basseterre Health Centre, the most significant crises ‘Family health, good and many of the other and yet in the face of it, health and well-being.’ health centres through- we have to find a way to out the country would move forward carefully “This ceremony also at- have been significantlyand thoroughly.” tests to the prominence enhanced under the ad- and value being placed ministration of the Team on the quality of health Unity Government. of our people. I deem this According to the a time for much celebra- Hamilton gave brief re- Director of Public Works, tion indeed. Today, the marks, in which he stated Cromwell Williams, Team Unity Government that between the period the design for the new Page:6 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 LOCALNEWS NEWS Jeffers seeking agricultural revolution to ensure food

security Minister of Agriculture, Alexis Jeffers (File photo)

By Loshaun Dixon tourism is the hardest relating to food produc- He said that going for- at reducing the current Department shows that hit with this particular tion, as well as improving ward, modernization and leakage of imported agri- between the years 2015 Minister of Agriculture pandemic, and will be our value-added products flexibility would be key cultural products. and 2019, in excess of Alexis Jeffers is propos- the slowest to recover. by replacing imported to progressing the sector. 18.6 million pounds of ing an agricultural revolu- As such, this has and food with more nutritious “The leakages are es- chicken was imported tion in St. Kitts and Nevis will continue to impact local products.” “As such, innovation, timated at almost $1B into the Federation, with to improve food security revenue streams, em- resiliency and sustain- annually. This cannot be a cash value in excess of efforts, and to becoming ployment, lives and liveli- Addressing future plans, ability must be our guid- sustainable for a secured $62.8M. less reliant on food hoods, and governments. Jeffers said the modus ing principles if we are to future. So to achieve this imports. operandi will have to achieve food security in - the reduction of leak- “It therefore means that Jeffers said this makes change for the sector to the federation of St. Kitts ages through imports - we an investment in the Jeffers said the effects it imperative that as a succeed. and Nevis. must establish numerical poultry industry will cer- of COVID-19 on the government, they must target goals for individual tainly create the enabling world’s economies and invest in the revitalization “It is vital we do not hold “In our quest to stimulate farmers aimed at incen- environment for growth trade has demonstrated of the agricultural sector, on to practices of the past, an agricultural revolution tivizing them to perform in this particular industry. that Caribbean countries and link it to the tourism but must be cognizant of that will guarantee food at optimum levels in the It will provide employ- must modify their current sector, in order to gradu- the fact that getting our security and sustainabil- production of selected ment, and also ensure economic development ally transform the current food systems right will be ity, we must create the crops.” that a sustainable amount model, which is highly economic development essential to a resilient re- enabling environment of fresh chicken will be dependent on tourist ar- model. covery of the agricultural which will strengthen He disclosed that the available to our citizens rivals and food imports. sector. the linkages amongst our Ministry and Departments in the federation, and ulti- “It is critical we highlight farmers, the government of Agriculture in both St. mately lead to a reduction He said the pandemic has and appreciate the contri- “The haphazard approach and its various Ministry Kitts and Nevis have been of chicken into the fed- demonstrated how fragile bution that agriculture can of producing a lot of the and departments, or allied engaged over the past eration, and therefore pro- the developing agricultur- make in the development same food items all at the agencies and financial months, and have com- vide the sustainability and al model in St. Kitts and of food security here in same time cannot be the institutions.” piled a proposal that will food security we yearn for Nevis really is. He noted the Federation. We must practice going forward. see the establishment of a in the federation.” that the tourism sector also acknowledge that we This approach has led to a Jeffers said these linkages broiler, slaughtering and accounts for 50% of the now have an opportunity glut on the market, which will put the sector in a processing facility as well He said they were seek- Federation’s GDP while to produce more and de- has led to a reduction better position to estab- as a broiler hatchery. ing a livestock work plan, agriculture is 1.5 %. pend less on imports, revi- in prices and ultimately lish numerical targets or geared toward market talize our economy, create wastage of food.” targeted goals for St. Kitts He explained that data penetration in pork, beef “It is very clear that new jobs and businesses and Nevis that are aimed from the Customs and mutton production. ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:7 ‘SKN Moves – Nevis Chapter’ to Host Half Island Road Relay-Walk

David and Sheila James provide details about the Half Island Relay-Walk

By Petra Mc Sheene ministers of the Nevis event. “If you look at folks by NIA ministers, they are committee will select the Island Administration. who were affected by reaching out to families, winning baton. James said SKN Moves – Nevis “Our focus is to prevent COVID-19, they are per- businesses, group and that COVID-19 protocols Chapter will be hosting “You may ask, why con- and control our country’s sons who had pre-existing organizations. will be in place during the a half-island relay-walk tinue this event, but to this NCDs epidemic, so let us conditions. If you are relay, and there will be on October 10 as part of I say that the event is fun, join in the quest to make overweight, you already “We are looking to have water stations with hand their one-year anniversary and we want our people St. Kitts and Nevis a are increasing the chances five persons per team withsanitizers. celebrations. to live active, healthier healthier, happier nation.” of contracting coronavirus a registration fee of $25 lives. Physical activity by 60%.” per team.” Permanent Secretary in improves the quality of Martin-Clarke ended her the Ministry of Health your life.” remarks with the theme He further stated that it is James explained that the Walwyn pointed out that and Gender Affairs, for Caribbean Wellness vitally important now for reason for the fee this year the walk is a good way for Shelisa Martin-Clarke, She added that many stud- Day, ‘Common to collec- everyone to have a strong is because COVID-19 has businesses to show sup- endorsed the staging of ies have shown that physi- tive action. We are indeed immune system, which is put a lot of restrictions on port for good health and the second annual Half- cal activities lower the risk stronger together.’ the best defence, not just finances for everyone. also a way to advertise. Island Road Walk, stating of non-communicable against the threatening that the relay is the brain- disease (NCDs), and help Leader of National Weight virus, but one’s defence James further stated that Registration for the walk child of Minister Hazel to manage weight and Loss Program and Fit against anything. the monies will go to- will take place at Fit Brandy-Williams, junior build stronger bones and Wellness Centre, David wards the purchase of Wellness Gym, and also minister in the Ministry muscles. Martin-Clarke Walwyn, stated that part Sheila James, with the batons, and to make it at the Health Promotion of Health on Nevis. She pointed out that special of the reason why they do Ministry of Health, stated more interesting, there Unit Office, and ends next pointed out that last year invitations will be sent to all that they do, is that for that there were going to will be a competition for Friday, September 25, there were approximate- sporting clubs, businesses the first time in history, be slight changes from the best decoration of so as to give committee ly 200 persons cross- and community groups good health is no longer a last year. James pointed baton. Once batons are members time to judge ing the finish line,to withtake part, and encour- choice but a necessity. out that as opposed to last decorated, pictures should decorated batons. some teams being led by aged persons to join in the year when teams were led be sent via email, and a Page:8 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 ADVERTISEMENTNEWS ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:9 Hon. Spencer Brand welcomes new Methodist superintendent

to Nevis Rev. Franklin Manners the new Superintendent Minister of the Methodist Church, Nevis Circuit. CHARLESTOWN, Administration is always “As I endeavour to do Nevis — During a special eager to create partner- ministry here in my service at the Gingerland ships with community homeland and in this cur- Methodist Church, on organisations which are rent environment, based September 13, Hon. aligned with the adminis- on my past experience Spencer Brand, Minister tration’s vision of a better elsewhere,” said Rev. in the Nevis Island society. The Methodist Manners. “I will endeav- Administration (NIA) Church, through its sig- our by God’s grace to welcomed Rev. Franklin nificant contribution topresent a simple proc- Manners, the new the Nevisian society, is lamation of the gospel, Superintendent Minister one such organization straightforward and sim- on the Methodist Church, with a keen sense of com- ple, and trust that by the Nevis Circuit. munity service. power of God, that proc- lamation is used to change “The administration lives and situations. anticipates that your Hon. Spencer Brand, homecoming will mark “It will not depend on me Minister in the Nevis the pivoting of the work only, but rather on all of us Island Administration, de- of the church onto even working together for the livering remarks at a spe- greater heights,” he said. Glory of God. So I want cial service on September to send out a clarion call 13 at the Gingerland Having served in vari- to one and all, let us all Methodist Church to ous capacities across the put our shoulders to the welcome Rev. Franklin Diaspora over the past wheel and work together Manners, as the new 47 years, Rev. Manners to build God’s kingdom Superintendent Minister said he, his wife and their here in Nevis,” he said. of the Methodist Church, two children are delight- Nevis Circuit. ed to be back in Nevis Sister Angelica Browne, and in particular to be at Circuit Steward of the Hon. Brand conveyed Gingerland. Nevis Circuit of the greetings on behalf of Methodist Church de- Hon. Rev. Manners is now re- scribed Rev. Manners as a Mark Brantley, and the sponsible for the congre- caring and humble pastor. entire administration. He gations in Clifton, New She told Rev. Manners said it was an honour to River and Gingerland. that he was sent to lead welcome home a son of He takes over from Rev. and that the members the soil from Gingerland, Moreland Williams, who will seek his wisdom, an accomplished, dedi- was acting Superintendent knowledge and creativity cated man of God, to Minister, and replaces to shepherd them safely serve the congregants of Rev. Wendell Samuel, through the challenges the Nevis Circuit of the Circuit Minister at faced. Methodist Church. Gingerland Methodist Church who was trans- Photo caption: “Your 40-plus years of ferred to Antigua and ministry thus far have Barbuda. Hon. Spencer Brand, borne fruitfulness indica- Minister in the Nevis tive of a God-led ministry. Rev. Manners noted that Island Administration, de- May God bless your min- the church is presently ex- livering remarks at a spe- isterial efforts in the Nevis periencing financial and cial service on September Circuit so that your posi- other challenges brought 13 at the Gingerland tive influence will reflect on by the COVID-19 Methodist Church to equally positive change pandemic, and he en- welcome Rev. Franklin in the Nevisian society,” deavours to do his best Manners, as the new said Hon. Brand. to minister and counsel Superintendent Minister congregants during these of the Methodist Church, “The Nevis Island difficult times. Nevis Circuit. Page:10 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 ADVERTISEMENTNEWS ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:11 Pinney’s Beach Park project for completion by end of 2021

Premier Brantley, Ambassador Lee and other officials tour the Pinney’s Park construction

By Loshaun Dixon the water-storing facil- we are seeing the mani- of work since the project global pandemic.” there has been some slip- ity, public bathrooms and festation of that.” started in August. page due to COVID and Premier of Nevis Mark parking lot. He promised continued a number of other factors, Brantley has revealed his He said he was thrilled to “There’s no doubt this is cooperation between the we are feeling confident excitement at the Pinney’s Brantley during the tour partner with the govern- a very important project... people of Nevis and the at this point we can see it Beach Park project that said the project has come ment of Taiwan to see the and I’m very glad to see Taiwanese Embassy. coming to completion by is set for completion by at a good time for the project completed. it’s progressing pretty the end of 2021.” the end of next year, af- people of Nevis. well.” “Rest assured our ter touring the facility on “I am very excited. I Embassy will continue The 11.5-acre park facil- Tuesday. “The people of Nevis think that it is a signal He expressed satisfac- to work with the NIA to ity will feature a visitors’ have learned a lot about achievement for us. As tion with the NIA and make sure the project will centre, jogging trails, a The project is being fund- the park at Pinney’s, and a government this is an contractor for working progress smoothly for the picnic park, lawn theatre, ed jointly by the Republic are now seeing it un- important relationship diligently in tandem and benefit of our two great and a large, open central of China (Taiwan) folding before our eyes, for us. We look forward achieving progress on the people.” space for hosting ma- and the Nevis Island and because it’s coming to completion. I think the project despite the global jor events The park will Administration (NIA). at this time we are see- people of Nevis are going pandemic. Project Director Michael also have its own water ing the generation of to see this unfold, and I Perkins said that despite source, as a tank will be Brantley, Resident employment. hope that it will become “I’m confident with our some COVID-19 set- built underground to sup- Ambassador of the a hub for activity. We ex- joint efforts, this project backs, the project is set to ply the facility and its Republic of China He said that as many as pect that this park is going can be completed accord- be completed by the end users. (Taiwan) to St. Kitts and 50 people are employed to be something that we ing to the timeframe. of next year. Nevis, His Excellency on the project could all be proud of. It The project will cost Tom Lee, Minister of will certainly be a monu- COVID-19 has turned the “Based on the newly- US$2.7 million, with the Works on Nevis, Spencer “This park was always ment to the lasting friend- global economy upside revised schedule, we are NIA contributing EC$1 Brand, and other govern- intended to be a national ship that we have enjoyed down, people are losing looking at the end of next million (US$0.3million) ment officials, toured project. It was always with the government and jobs, and I am also glad year for the completion while the facility that is in the intended to showcase the people of the Republic of to see this project creat- of the project. During the heart of the construction relationship between the China.” ing jobs for Nevisians. course of the project, we Republic of China stage. They were updated people of St. Kitts and We are very glad we can will be looking at ways (Taiwan) is providing on the current work, and Nevis and the people of Ambassador Lee was help St. Kitts and Nevis and means of fast tracking the remaining US$2.4 saw the early stages of Taiwan, and I think today pleased with the progress mitigate the impact of a some items. Even though million. Page:12 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 LOCALNEWS NEWS Kajola Kristada Starts Week of Activities with Walk

Prime Minister Harris and Health Minister Byron-Nisbett during the walk Kajola Kristada employees after the walk

By Petra Mc Sheene “This walk was a very “We are all decked out in Prime Minister of St. checkpoint at Bird Rock. have involved engaging good initiative, as the our SKN Moves T-shirts, Kitts and Nevis, Dr the in any form of physical To start off their week of company is in a competi- and it is all a way to en- Hon Timothy Harris, was Dr. Harris, who also activity, be it walking, activities, Kajola Kristada tion called ‘The Biggest sure that you and your also among the walkers, has lead responsibil- running, swimming or Limited partnered with Loser’ where the employ- ity for Human Resource biking will result to their ‘SKN Moves’ to have a ees are practicing healthy Development, Health and wellness, and I want walk in commemoration diets to lose weight,” HIV/AIDS issues in the to thank the manage- of Caribbean Wellness Rodriguez informed the Prime Minister of St. Kitts CARICOM’s quasi-cab- ment and staff at Kajola Week. Observer. inet, said he was proud Kristada Ltd for coming and Nevis, Dr the Hon Timo- to see so many workers out to participate in this The walk was endorsed He further stated that from Kajola Kristada tak- event,” Dr Harris said. by the Ministry of Health the walk was a success, thy Harris, was also among ing part. and began at the war me- as many of the Kajola He urged other private morial, travelled through employees turned out. the walkers, and many “The fight against NCDs sector entities to follow Basseterre and through Rodriguez stated that will only be won if a col- in Kajola’s footprints by the Kim Collins Highway some of the other ac- participants of the walked, lective approach is taken engaging their employees and F.T. Williams tivities for the Kajola to make it a habit for per- in healthy activities. Highway and back to the Kristada week of activi- jogged and did speed walk- sons to take part in regular memorial. ties include Wacky Wear physical activities, as they “Other corporate entities Day where the best cos- ing as they journeyed to the are critical for the success should borrow a leaf from Planner for Kajola tume will win a prize. of the fight. It warmed Kajola Kristada Ltd and Kristada, Aiduleik my heart to see the large engage their members Rodriguez, in an inter- Minister of Health, Akilah first checkpoint at Bird Rock. turnout today, and also of staff in more physical view with the Observer Byron-Nisbett who was a to see a large contingent activities, as this is a sure stated that they joined the part of the walk, said that of workers from Kajola way of reducing loss of SKN Moves walk as part the initiative is to contin- family stay active, so that and many participants of Kristada Ltd who partici- valuable man-hours as a of their Safety Awareness ue to encourage persons we will be able to have a the walked, jogged and pated in the walk. result of sickness. This Week. to move and think about healthy society and live did speed walking as will ultimately result in their health. longer.” they journeyed to the first“The more people we increased productivity.” ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:13 Page:14 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 LOCALNEWS NEWS SKNFA clubs to benefit EC$574K via COVID-19 Relief Plan

SKNFA President Anthony Johnson (L) and General Secretary Stanley Jacobs speak- ing with member clubs at last month’s “Football is Back” event

By Loshaun Dixon amount of EC$35,000 They said an application clubs for their develop- is important that those as- standard audit and report- provided that they meet to restart the leagues in ment. The remaining 58% sociations with the least ing process.” More than half a mil- key Club Licensing September, along with a will be invested in the impact from COVID-19 lion EC dollars is set to Criteria milestones for comprehensive plan fol- SKNFA’s efforts to restart invest the funds in the de- be distributed among 2019-2020 season. The lowing strict COVID-19 football, which will posi- velopment of football. member clubs of the St. clubs are eligible for a safety protocols, has tively impact the clubs In August this year, the Kitts and Nevis Football second tranche of finan- been submitted to the indirectly and the overall “It is in this regard, that SKNFA distributed to the Association (SKNFA) cial assistance in January COVID-19 Task Force development of football the SKNFA encour- clubs over EC$100,000 under a FIFA COVID-19 2021 following submis- for approval. in St. Kitts and Nevis; ages its clubs utilize the worth of COVID-19 Relief Plan. sion of reports on the specifically in the areas fundsof in development safety supplies and equip- use of the funds in the (a) assistance to national of the clubs and to meet ment to support the clubs The SKNFA in a state- first tranche in - keep team players, (b) stadium their financial and - op in their return to training. ment said its Executive ing with the supporting The football association sanitization, (c) purchase erational obligations. Committee has approved regulations. said the payment to the of sanitation supplies and Specifically, the“The funds COVID-19 Relief an immediate cash pay- clubs followed disburse- equipment to combat the are to be used in accor- Grant to the clubs is pos- ment of EC$574,000 to The SKNFA leagues ment by FIFA of the firstspread of COVID-19, dance with the SKNFA sible as a result of FIFA its member clubs ahead were suspended since tranche of US$500,000 (D) the cost of testing, (e) COVID-19 Relief Grant and the SKNFA com- of the restart of the 2019- March 2020 due to the COVID-19 Relief Plan urgent repairs to Warner Regulations. FIFA has mitment to protect the 2020 football season. global pandemic, and the Funds to its 211 Member Park Stadium and others.” advised that the standard gains made in football SKNFA has announced Associations. obligations and responsi- development over the “Under the Plan, all its intentions to resume The SKNFA said while bilities in relation to the years from the negative Premier Division with the easing of restric- “The amount allocated to FIFA is cognizant of use of COVID-19 Relief impact of the global pan- Clubs are eligible for a tions on sporting activi- the clubs means that 42% the fact that the global funds as outlined in the demic, so that football maximum amount of ties, which now allows of the FIFA COVID-19 pandemic would have supporting Regulations will emerge even stronger EC$40,000 and Division competitions in a safe en- Relief Plan funds will be affected every member remain fully applicable, post-COVID-19.” One Clubs a maximum vironment for everyone. invested directly in the association differently, it and will be subject to the ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:15 Decision next week in East Basseterre

election Ian Liburd (C) with supporters on Nomination Day petition

By Loshaun Dixon rejected ballots, 60 of Warde is set to deliver his which Liburd is claiming judgement in the matter were votes intended for next Friday after reserving him. his decision. The judgment in the elec- tion petition filed by -for On Thursday, arguments mer Government Minister in the case were heard, Ian ‘Patches’ Liburd will with Liburd’s lawyers Liburd, commenting on On the other hand, Han- ley’s team argued that the ballots in ques- tion were not legal and should not be counted. be determined next week, arguing that the constitu- the matter said, “Justice after both parties delivered ency was robbed of the must be and will be arguments on Thursday. representative they voted served. Democracy must for. prevail. To God be the The case filed by Liburd glory.” after the June 5 Elections, On the other hand, when he lost by 24 votes Hanley’s team argued Liburd represented the in the East Basseterre that the ballots in question Constituency from 2015 Constituency to Geoffrey were not legal and should until Election Day, and Hanley of the St. Kitts not be counted. also served as Minister of and Nevis Labour Party, Public Infrastructure and is that there were 98 Judge Justice Trevor Transport. Page:16 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 COMMENTARYLOCALNEWS NEWS COVID-19 leaders among National Awardees

(From L-R) Dr Cameron Wilkinson, Dr. Hazel Laws and Abdias Samuel

By Loshaun Dixon A statement by the Sylvester Nisbett in the Governor-General Sir field of Medicine; Mrs The officials on the front- S W Tapley Seaton said Viola Jacobs in the field lines of managing the that he was acting in ac- of Education; Reverend COVID-19 crisis here in cordance with the advice James Rudolph Smithen St. Kitts and Nevis, are of the Prime Minister, for Religious Service; among other outstand- Dr Timothy Harris, who Mrs Gloria Estelle ing citizens to receive graciously approved Browne for Education; National Awards in 2020. the National Awards to Dr Hazel Oreta Laws Citizens of the Federation for National Service Co-Chairs of the Federal of Saint Christopher and in Crisis; Dr Cameron COVID-19 Task Force, Nevis. Wilkinson, CBE, for Chief Medical Officer Dr. National Service in Hazel Laws and National Prime Minister Harris Crisis; and Mr Abdias Disaster Coordinator while announcing the Samuel for National Abdias Samuel, as well as awardees on National Service in Crisis. Medical Chief of Staff, Dr Heroes’ Day, hailed them Cameron Wilkinson, all for their contributions to The Medal Of Honour received The Companion national development. has been awarded to of The Star Of Merit for Mrs Pearline Theresa National Service in Crisis “I want you to acknowl- Mussenden for edge each and all of them, Education; Mr Joseph Nevis’ Co-Chairs of the whose meritorious work Emanuel Benders for the local COVID-19 Task has led to them being Arts; Dr A. Linton Liburd Force Brian Dyer and Dr. recognized for the fol- for Medicine; Mrs Patricia Judy Nisbett have been lowing awards in accor- Mary Nurse-Clarke for awarded with the Medal dance with the National Community Service; Mrs of Honour for National Honours Act. We thank Pamela Elaine Brookes Service in Crisis. all of these people for for Nursing; Mr Charles their outstanding con- Delvin Mc Master for The National Honours tribution, meritorious it Community Service; Mr Act established a trio has been in our task of Brian Dyer for National of merit-based awards, nation-building.” Service in Crisis, and Dr which include the Judy Nisbett for National Medal of Honour, the Service in Crisis. Companion of the Star of Merit, and the Order of The Companion Of The The awards will be pre- National Hero. Star Of Merit has been sented at an investiture awarded to Dr Burnell ceremony at a later date. ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:17

Authorities to strictly Chairman of the COVID-19 enforce face mask Task Force, penalties Abdias Samuel

By Loshaun Dixon long time, starting with the education; advising Chairman of the and then moving on with COVID-19 Task Force, the enforcement. Abdias Samuel, has warned that they will be He said now it is time for stricter in ticketing people enforcement. who fail to wear a face mask in public, that will “This time is strictly result in a fine of $500. enforcement. We mean business now and that is Samuel said it was not why hopefully by next worth $500 in these “hard week when the police times” and that failure start to issue the $500 to pay the fine withintickets 10 for not wearing days means you will be their masks, I hope there summoned to go to court, is no public outcry.” “We don’t want to go back into lockdown” which could increase Samuel said that the the penalty to a higher Centers for Disease amount. Control and Prevention (CDC) has given St. Kitts “I want to encourage and Nevis low risk status, every citizen to wear the and all efforts would be face masks in accordance made to ensure that rating with the regulations.” is maintained.

He implored all to adhere Superintendent of Police to the regulations, noting Cromwell Henry said that that the borders will be they have seen a lapse in opened soon, and others the public’s wearing of in the region have been masks. used as an example as to what could happen with “We are still encourag- welcoming visitors. ing all to wear a mask in public. We are seeing “We don’t want to go a fall-off in the number back into lockdown of persons wearing their mode, so I am appealing masks in public, and we to you to adhere to these continue to urge all to non-pharmaceutical mea- take responsibility and sures that are being ad- wear your mask. vised for us to use.” “It is not worth the $500 He said the compliance ticket fine that you may be teams are out there, and charged for not wearing that one of the main chal- one. Take your health se- lenges they are seeing riously, wear your mask, is people not wearing comply with all protocols masks. He said they have that were recommended been preparing the pub- to protect us all.” lic for the protocols for a Page:18 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 LOCALNEWS NEWS

Scholarship for a ‘Bachelor of Arts in International Studies’ CHARLESTOWN, following: issued by the public Nevis — The Ministry health services attesting of Foreign Affairs and • 100 percent tuition fees,to the candidate’s physi- Aviation has announced registration fees, insur- cal fitness and certifying that the Government of ance and school supplies; that he/she is vaccinated the Kingdom of Morocco and is not affected by any is offering one full schol- • Accommodations on contagious or acute dis- arship for a “Bachelor campus; ease, in particular tuber- of Arts in International culosis; and Studies” for the academic • A monthly stipend of year 2020/2021. USD $75; and

This degree program will • Plane tickets (at the be- • two recent passport be offered at the most ginning and end of the photos. prestigious and interna- program). tionally renowned uni- Candidates will be no- versity in Morocco, the Interested candidates tified of any possible Al-Akhawayn University should submit the follow- changes occur on the in Ifrane, which adopts ing documents: 2020/2021 academic rich academics in English calendar, linked to the language and follows • Photocopy of CXC di- COVID-19 pandemic. the classic American ploma or certificate of liberal arts educational success; For further information experience. about the university, • Photocopy of CXC please visit the website This offer will begin in the transcript; http://www.aui.ma spring session in January 2021 and provides an op- • Birth certificate; Note: the deadline to portunity for one excellent submit documents to candidate, aged 18-20, • Photocopy of passport the Human Resource with outstanding CXC bio-data page; Management Department and or CAPE passes. located on the 3rd • Recent police record; Floor of Government The selected candidate Headquarters is October will benefit from • the A medical certificate 2. ADVERTISEMENTNEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:19 Page:20 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 TRAVELNEWS PAM Honours Sir Richard Caines in Annual Charity Walk

PAM leaders and supporters, along with family members of Sir Richard Caines, during the Annual Charity Walk

By Petra Mc Sheene were the family of Mr. noted that initially when together to socialize; help said that with the PAM The walkers, mostly Caines, and supporters the walk started, with them in terms of keeping hosting this walk annual- dressed in party colours, The People’s Action and well-wishers of the then Leader Sir Kennedy fit, and it gives support- ly, it shows the supporters pushed through the al- Movement (PAM) held PAM. Simmonds and other ers an opportunity to mix in different communities most six-mile journey its annual charity walk members of the party, and mingle with the lead- that the party is still thriv- and arrived at the Central last Saturday in honour of The walk began at the it was to raise funds for ers to ask questions about ing. He pointed out that Basseterre destination party co-founder, the late constituency office incharity. different issues that they the walk has numerous just before the heat would may have.” benefits and will continuehave hit its daily peak. to be an annual tradition. Minister Richards also The walk began at the constituency office in Cayon, moved through Basseterre, and ended at the constituency office of Jonel Powell at Greenlands.

Sir Richard Caines. Cayon, moved through “However that has not Basseterre, and ended been happening over Although the walk got off at the constituency of- the last few years, to a late start, it was well fice of Jonel Powellbut at the walk has attended by members Greenlands. continued,” Minister of the party such as for- Richards pointed out. mer leader Sir Kennedy In a brief interview, lead- Simmonds, Deputy Prime er of the party, Deputy “The idea of the walk Minister Shawn Richards Prime Minister Richards now is more of a health and Eugene Hamilton. stated that it was “a very walk, and an event to Also actively involved good walk”. He further bring PAM supporters ADVERTISEMENTTRAVELNEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:21 Page:22 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 ADVERTISEMENTSADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:23 Federation receives many congratulatory anniversary messages

BASSETERRE, St. sovereign country, whose It added, “Given how back, prevail and we will His Excellency Marcelo Kitts and Nevis as you Kitts — Allied nations, ideals are still guided by the global COVID-19 emerge even stronger Rebelo de Sousa has also celebrate your country’s organizations and institu- the construction of its de- conveyed best wishes to Independence Day. tions around the world velopment and progress the twin island Federation have begun extending in the present.” Congratulatory in a letter addressed to His In a joint letter, the Hon. best wishes and congratu- Excellency the Governor George Furey, Speaker of lations to the Federation Wishing St. Kitts and General, Sir S.W. Tapley the Senate and the Hon. of St. Kitts and Nevis, Nevis a prosperous future, words have also Seaton. Anthony Rota, Speaker of which will be observ- Minister Arreaza further the House of Commons, ing its 37th anniver- expressed the will of the noted that “As presiding sary of Independence on Venezuelan Government come from the Par- officers, we attach great Saturday, September 19. to continue advancing in President Rebelo de significance to the value the strengthening of bilat- Sousa said, “On the oc- of parliamentary diplo- Among the nations that eral relations “particularly liament of Canada, casion of the National macy and look forward to have expressed goodwill in such difficult times Day of the Federation of opportunities to strength- and congratulations to the that humanity is facing , I en the bonds between our government and people today during the world which, in a letter would like to convey to institutions. Sharing ideas of St. Kitts and Nevis was pandemic.” Your Excellency my con- and experiences not only the Bolivarian Republic gratulations and sincere enhances relations be- of Venezuela. sent to the Speaker wishes for your personal tween two countries, but well-being and for the also promotes coopera- The Embassy of the progress and prosperity of tion and encourages mu- Argentine Republic based of the National As- the people of Saint Kitts tual understanding as we In a letter sent to Minister in Bridgetown, Barbados and Nevis.” work toward our shared of Foreign Affairs, also offered words of goals of peace and pros- the Honourable Mark congratulations to the sembly, the Hon. A. perity for all.” Brantley, Venezuela’s Federation on the occa- Foreign Minister His sion of its 37th anniver- Congratulatory words The letter continued, Excellency Jorge Arreaza sary of Independence. In Michael Perkins, ex- have also come from the “On this important day, said, “We praise the exem- its congratulatory letter Parliament of Canada, please accept the as- plary emancipatory pro- to the Government, the which, in a letter sent surances of our highest cess of Saint Christopher Embassy expressed its pressed best wishes to the Speaker of the consideration as well as and Nevis that in a histor- commitment to maintain- National Assembly, our hope that everyone ic date as today achieved ing and strengthening pandemic has affected together.” the Hon. A. Michael in the Federation of Saint its Independence, guided the relations between St. us all, we will not stop Perkins, expressed best Kitts and Nevis will enjoy by its conviction of con- Kitts and Nevis and the working together. We will President of the wishes to the people of happiness and success stituting as a free and Argentine Republic. remain strong, bounce Portuguese Republic, the Federation of Saint throughout the year.” Page:24 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 ADVERTISEMENTNEWS ADVERTISEMENTNEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:25 Page:26 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 LOCALNEWS NEWS PM encourages monkey trappers to ‘get busy’

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts encroach in residential growing problem. One There is one opportu- drug development using Hon. Dr. Harris. “We — Agricultural authori- areas. consideration involves nity for locals to cash monkeys as specimens. hope that that will help to ties in St. Kitts and Nevis planting crops in moun- in on from the monkey incentivize those that are continue to grapple with Prime Minister Dr. the tainous areas where a problem. It involves “I understand that at this engaged in the trapping the threat to local farm- Honourable Timothy majority of the species the two St. Kitts-based particular moment in of monkeys to become ing posed by green ver- Harris said the govern- reside. This will help to primate facilities that time, for a live monkey, busy and earn a high level vet monkeys as they raid ment is looking at vari- restrict their need to mi- conduct life-saving bio- one can get $200. That is of income by so doing.” farms, destroy crops and ous options to combat the grate for food. medical research and a significant sum,” said ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:27

No, Sir, We Have No Bananas! Amnesty Bins At Jamaica’s Airports To Prevent Importation Of Sick Bananas.

Kingston, Jamaica– discovered by Jamaica importance of actually The disease affects ba- to fungicides and until Unlike many countries, September 16th, Customs,” Mrs. Wilson- not carrying in a plant; nanas and plantains. now, its control is lim- Jamaica does not appear 2020–“Amnesty bins Graham told JIS News. plant product or an ani- Infected plants typically ited to phytosanitary to be overly concerned have been installed at both mal product that poten- experience yellowing measures. about marijuana imports. international airports, as tially carry a disease from and wilting of the leaves. part of efforts to prevent another country that we The pathogen is resistant plant and animal diseases She said that in addition do not have and can cause from entering the island,” to the bins, a public ser- serious economic i the Jamaica government vice announcement will announced yesterday. be played at the airports reminding travelers to de- (Travelers should beware clare all plant and animal mpact in trying to man- as is not clear as to which products. age, contain and eradicate airports are referred to, as that pest, but more impor- Jamaica has three inter- tantly, it will ultimately national airports, Norman affect our food security,” Manley, Sangster, and Ian “There is a point at which she explained. Fleming.) when they enter the coun- Tropical Race 4 is a fungus that causes Panama disease in banan- as and can wipe out whole planta-

Chief Plant Quarantine/ try, they will see these Produce Inspector in the signs asking them to Ministry of Agriculture discard of their plant and Tropical Race 4 is a fun- and Fisheries, Sanniel animal products. Beyond gus that causes Panama Wilson-Graham, said that point we are going disease in bananas and the amnesty bins allow to be engaging Customs can wipe out whole travelers to voluntarily to start charging persons plantations. discard any plant, plant for illegal imports,” she products or animal prod- pointed out. ucts that are not permitted to enter the island. Mrs. Wilson-Graham told In August, 2019 Jamaica JIS News that the country inaugurated a national “There is a declaration is on high alert for pests, task force set up by the that travelers must make such as the Mediterranean Ministry of Industry, on entering Jamaica. fruit fly and the Tropical Commerce, Agriculture That declaration is actu- Race 4. and Fisheries to imple- ally on the immigration ment measures to address form and there is actually “What we are trying to the potential threat of the a fine once that declara- do is raise the aware- Tropical Race 4 (TR4) tion is not made and it is ness of the public to the disease. Page:28 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 ADVERTISEMENTNEWS ADVERTISEMENTLOCALNEWS NEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:29 Federation agrees to ‘Travel Bubble’ principle, but keeps borders closed

BASSETERRE, St. sectors in the region due Bubble would operate, population within a 14- also not have to undergo (CDC) has rated St. Kitts Kitts – Although the to the COVID-19 pan- and laid out the eligibil- day period; only those quarantine restrictions. and Nevis on a list of 25 Caribbean Community demic and to seek ways ity criteria for countries to countries with no cases Travellers may however countries that has a very (CARICOM) Heads to bolster these sectors. participate. and those in the low-risk be subjected to screening low risk country for con- of Government meet- category would be al- on arrival. tracting the COVID-19. ing established a ‘Travel St. Kitts and Nevis has not The recommendations lowed to participate in the Bubble’ to encourage agreed to the September included that countries Bubble; and CARPHA St. Kitts and Nevis con- St. Kitts and Nevis will travel between mem- 18 the Travel Bubble’s would be categorised will assess relevant data tinues to be guided by the continue to act respon- bers, but while St. Kitts implementation date. ranging from those with to advise on participation recommendations of the sibly by adhering to all and Nevis has agreed in no cases to those which in the Bubble. Caribbean Public Health the health and safety principle to the concept, In agreeing to establish had low, medium, high Agency (CARPHA) on measures and to follow its borders remain closed the Bubble, the Heads and very high risk with The government heads how the Bubble would the best professional ad- until further notice. were guided by a compre- respect to the rate of posi- agreed that travellers function and the eligibil- vice and practices to en- hensive report from the tive cases over a 14-day from countries within the ity criteria for countries to sure that its citizens and CARICOM discussed the Caribbean Public Health period; the level of risk Bubble will be allowed participate. residents are protected Travel Bubble in an ef- Agency (CARPHA), would be determined by entry without being sub- against the COVID-19. fort to address challenges which provided recom- the amount of positive jected to PCR testing The Centres for Disease to the travel and tourism mendations on how the cases per 100,000 of the prior to arrival and would Control and Prevention Nevis COVID-19 Task Force training to prepare for

CHARLESTOWN, of the efforts to ensure now go back to their the Ministry of Health that may be needed to be “The teachers and sup- Nevis — As Nevis con- continuous training in the institutions/workplaces intends to move forward done by the Nevis Air port staff of the education tinues to prepare for to sectors as the island con- and conduct continuous with training in prepara- and Sea Ports Authority sector have been exposed open of St. Kitts and tinues to prepare for the training sessions with tion for the reopening. (NASPA) in preparation to training prior to the Nevis borders, Nevis border opening. their staff, and continuous for opening to commer- opening of schools,” said COVID-19 Task Force, monitoring and evalua- “The Ministry of Health cial flights. Dr. Nesbitt. “The compli- in collaboration with the “To ensure that training tion within their opera- intends to target frontline ance team has visited all Ministries of Health and continues at the level of tions,” she said. workers at the Ports next Dr. Nisbett assured that schools, nurseries, pre- Tourism in the Nevis the individual businesses for Trainer of Trainer ses- the public would be kept schools, primary and sec- Island Administration the Ministries of Health Dr. Nisbett noted that in sions, so that they too can abreast of the changes ondary schools, with only (NIA), continues to en- and Tourism were not addition the Compliance be prepared to safely op- as they take place at the one left to be completed gage the tourism and comfortable just having Task Force, an arm of the erate at our borders once ports. this week, to ensure that travel related sectors and sensitization sessions Nevis COVID-19 Task the borders are opened the COVID-19 protocols health workers. and have now embarked Force, has also been visit- to commercial flightsPrior to dealing with those are being adhered to. on a Trainer of Trainers ing tourism related enti- and sea traffic,” said sectors, Dr. the task force had Dr. Judy Nisbett, Chair Workshop for persons ties in operation, to ensure Hisbett. engaged in preparing the “These visits will con- of the Nevis COVID-19 from each business. Said that the COVID-19 proto- education sector ahead of tinue to ensure that the Task Force at the Nevis Dr. Nisbett. cols are in place and are The task force has also the reopening of schools schools are adhering to all COVID-19 Emergency being adhered to. visited the Vance W. for the 2020/2021 aca- protocols and keeping the Operations Centre (EOC) “The idea is that these Amory International demic year which com- nation’s children safe,” Briefing on September persons with advanced, In relation to health, Dr. Airport to discuss any menced on September 7. concluded Dr. Nisbett. 14 at Long Point, spoke hands-on training can Nisbett explained how changes or improvements Page:30 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 NEWSNEWS ADVERTISEMENTNEWS The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 Page:31 Page:32 The St.Kitts Nevis Observer - Friday September 18th, 2020 ADVERTISEMENT