16/06/2026
Today’s Progress Report offered a comprehensive update on the major work being advanced across the Ministry of Public Infrastructure, Energy & Utilities; Domestic Transport; Information, Communication & Technology; and Post.
Water security remained a major focus, with the St. Kitts Water Services Department highlighting key investments such as the Basseterre Desalination Plant, groundwater development, new pipeline and pump installations, storage improvements, and ongoing efforts to increase supply to communities such as St. Peter’s.
In the energy sector, the Energy Unit St. Kitts & Nevis and SKELEC - St. Kitts Electricity Co. Ltd reported on the country’s renewable energy transition, including Solarise, DRIVE, the proposed 50-megawatt solar PV project with battery storage, grid upgrades, electric vehicle incentives, and measures aimed at reducing dependence on fossil fuel.
Public infrastructure was also highlighted, as the Public Works Department St. Kitts provided updates on road rehabilitation, new road construction, upgrades at the quarry, the Joshua Obadiah Williams Primary School reconstruction project, and upcoming works, including the Lime Kiln Playfield Pavilion.
On the digital transformation and postal services front, the Digital Transformation Unit (dtu.skn) and the St.Kitts & Nevis Postal Services outlined progress on e-ID, civil registry modernization, the National Addressing System, improved digital services, and better systems to support public service delivery, emergency response, and national planning.
Connectivity was another key area of focus, with The Cable St. Kitts presenting on fibre deployment, upgrades at Cockleshell Bay, enhanced network reliability, support for public safety infrastructure, and continued work to strengthen digital access across St. Kitts.
Overall, the Progress Report demonstrated continued investment in practical solutions, stronger infrastructure, improved services, and long-term resilience for the people of St. Kitts and Nevis.
Watch the full report here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Apu4v0BPBhg