AGP Executive Report

Independence 43 in London: St. Kitts and Nevis High Commissioner Kevin Isaac hosted about 200 nationals in the UK, urging the diaspora to help nation-build through mentorship, investment, and shared expertise under the theme “One People, One Vision, Endless Possibilities.” Regional Climate Tech & Policy: UNICEF-backed research warns there’s “no safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children as climate hazards overlap—more than 9 in 10 could face at least three risks by mid-century—while another UNICEF study finds climate plans lack child-focused tracking, making it hard to prove investments reach children. Fisheries Resilience Funding: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launched in Dominica will support over 21,800 people across the region to strengthen climate and disaster resilience in fisheries through 2030. Wildlife Rehab Call: St. Kitts Sea Turtle Monitoring Network and Ross University vets ask the public to watch for “Cheeks,” a rehabilitated young brown pelican released back into the wild at Whitehouse Bay. Local Tech in Action: St. Kitts’ GIS team is using mapping tools to plan for hurricanes, flooding, and storm surge—linking hazards with shelters, hospitals, and evacuation routes. Automotive Launch: Horsford’s Automotive will hold a CHERY brand launch weekend on Sept. 25–26, featuring a 10-year/1,000,000-kilometre warranty and new SUV options.

Independence 43, Diaspora Tech & Talent Links: In London, High Commissioner Kevin Isaac hosted about 200 Kittitians and Nevisians to mark Independence under “One People, One Vision, Endless Possibilities,” urging stronger connections between professionals at home and abroad for mentorship, collaboration, and investment. Regional Defence Cooperation: A Guyana Defence Force contingent is in St. Kitts and Nevis for the Independence parade, marching alongside local units under a 2025 MOU on non-lethal defence and security operations. Climate Risk to Children: UNICEF-backed research warns that across the Eastern Caribbean, more than 9 in 10 children could face at least three major climate hazards by mid-century, with no “safe zone,” as heat, drought, hurricanes, and sea-level rise intensify. Climate Planning That Misses Kids: A UNICEF study finds many regional climate plans lack child-specific tracking, measurable targets, and monitoring to prove climate spending benefits children. Fisheries Resilience Funding: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launched to help over 21,800 people in Caribbean fisheries adapt to climate and disasters through 2030. Wildlife Rehab Callout: St. Kitts’ Sea Turtle Monitoring Network and Ross University vets released “Cheeks,” a rehabilitated young brown pelican, and asked the public to watch for him.

High Court Crypto Fallout: A new look at the Kim Dotcom vs “Bitcoin Jesus” Roger Ver fight details how millions tied to Dotcom’s post-Megaupload ventures and a Glenorchy property dispute have spilled into High Court litigation, with Ver alleging Dotcom admitted bankruptcy and both sides battling over promised investments. Independence & Diaspora Tech-Ready Nation-Building: As St. Kitts and Nevis marks Independence 43, High Commissioner Kevin Isaac hosted about 200 nationals in London, urging stronger links between diaspora talent and local mentorship, investment, and expertise under the “One People, One Vision, Endless Possibilities” theme. Climate Risk for Children: UNICEF-backed research warns that across the Eastern Caribbean, more than 9 in 10 children could face at least three climate hazards by mid-century, with no “safe zone,” and drought projected for months each year. Fisheries Resilience Funding: A US$12.55m GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launched in Dominica targets climate and disaster resilience for Caribbean fisheries, set to benefit 21,800 people including fisherfolk and coastal communities. Wildlife Rehab Callout: St. Kitts’ Sea Turtle Monitoring Network and Ross University vets ask the public to watch for “Cheeks,” a rehabilitated young brown pelican released back into the wild.

Independence & Diaspora: OECS praised St. Kitts and Nevis on its 43rd Independence Anniversary, stressing unity and shared purpose. Diaspora in Action: In London, High Commissioner Kevin Isaac hosted about 200 nationals in a multigenerational gathering, urging stronger links between talent abroad and nation-building at home. Climate Risk for Kids: UNICEF-backed research warns that across the Eastern Caribbean, more than 9 in 10 children could face at least three climate hazards by mid-century, with hotter days, drought, and stronger storms driving the threat. Fisheries Resilience Funding: A US$12.55 million GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launched in Dominica will support over 21,800 people in Caribbean fisheries, aiming to build climate and disaster resilience through 2030. Wildlife Rehab: St. Kitts’ “Cheeks,” a rehabilitated young brown pelican, was released back into the wild after recovery with the Sea Turtle Monitoring Network and Ross University. Tech & Services: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries to include Apple Arcade and Apple TV, with some major regions still excluded.

Independence & Diaspora: High Commissioner Kevin Isaac hosted about 200 Kittitians and Nevisians in London for the 43rd Independence anniversary, urging stronger links between diaspora talent and nation-building at home. Climate & Children: A UNICEF-commissioned study warns Eastern Caribbean children face “no safe zone,” with more than 9 in 10 projected to be exposed to at least three climate hazards by mid-century, alongside hotter days and longer drought. Fisheries Resilience: A US$12.55 million GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project was launched to help over 21,800 people in Caribbean fisheries adapt to climate and disasters through 2030. Child-Centred Planning: UNICEF says climate plans in St Kitts and Nevis and other Eastern Caribbean states often lack child-focused targets and tracking, making it hard to prove climate spending benefits children. Wildlife Rehab: St Kitts Sea Turtle Monitoring Network and Ross University helped rehabilitate a young brown pelican “Cheeks,” released back into the wild at Whitehouse Bay. Tech & Space/Science (Global): Yellowstone’s geology team reported record cleanup from hydrothermal areas, including thousands of items and 280 hats recovered so far in 2026. Defense Cooperation: Guyana Defence Force troops are set to march in St Kitts and Nevis’ Independence 43 parade, building on a 2025 non-lethal defense cooperation MOU.

Independence & Defence: As St. Kitts and Nevis marks Independence Day (43 years), a Guyana Defence Force contingent is in the Federation for the Sept. 19 parade, marching alongside local units after a 2025 MoU on non-lethal defence cooperation. Climate on Children: New UNICEF-backed research warns there may be “no safe zone” for Eastern Caribbean children, with over 9 in 10 potentially exposed to at least three climate hazards by mid-century, alongside hotter days, longer drought, and stronger hurricane impacts. Fisheries Resilience Funding: A US$12.55m GEF/CCCCC-FAO project (CC4FISH-II) is rolling out to help 21,800+ people in regional fisheries adapt through 2030, with calls for stronger cross-island cooperation. Child-Centred Climate Planning: A UNICEF study finds climate plans across the region often lack child-focused tracking, making it hard to prove whether climate spending is actually helping children. Tech & Learning: UNESCO urges global AI literacy and ocean science cooperation at UNGA, while PAHO and UWI completed a Caribbean health policy training cohort. Wildlife Help: St. Kitts’ sea turtle network and Ross Vet team ask the public to watch for released pelican “Cheeks.”

Climate Resilience for Caribbean Kids: A UNICEF-backed, multi-hazard study warns that in the Eastern Caribbean there’s effectively “no safe zone” for children—over a third are already exposed to at least three climate threats, and by mid-century that could rise to more than nine in ten, with hotter days, drought, hurricanes, and sea-level rise all in the mix. Fisheries Funding & Training: The US$12.55 million GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project launches across Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago to help fisherfolk and coastal communities adapt through 2030, with partners including CCCCC and FAO. Local Wildlife Help: St Kitts’ Sea Turtle Monitoring Network and Ross University vets released “Cheeks,” a rehabilitated young brown pelican, back into the wild at Whitehouse Bay after a month of care. Digital Skills Push: OECS opens applications for the Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship (Cohort II) via UWI Global Campus and the World Bank-funded CARDTP, with AI, cybersecurity, cloud, and data tracks. Water Security Watch: St Kitts and Nevis faces tighter groundwater supplies as drought strains underground wells, alongside aging infrastructure and water losses.

Caribbean Climate Tech & Fisheries: A US$12.55 million GEF-funded CC4FISH-II project was launched in Dominica to boost climate and disaster resilience in fisheries, targeting more than 21,800 fisherfolk and coastal workers across Dominica, Grenada, St. Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago through 2030. Regional Child Climate Risk: A UNICEF-backed, Meru Labs study says one in three Eastern Caribbean children live where they face at least three climate hazards now, with projections rising to more than nine in ten by mid-century—highlighting pressure on schools and health facilities. Local Governance & Sustainability: St. Kitts and Nevis’ Ambassador to the OAS, Jacinth Henry-Martin, outlined the Federation’s Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) and the push to close the “implementation gap” via partnerships, technology access, and project preparation. Digital Skills Push: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship opens Sept. 10–20, offering advanced training and certifications across areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and data analytics for St. Kitts and Nevis and other OECS states. Health Systems Training: PAHO and UWI completed the third cohort of a Health Policy and Health Systems postgraduate programme, training 11 professionals from eight Caribbean countries including St. Kitts and Nevis. Water Security Watch: Reporting highlights how drought and aging infrastructure are straining St. Kitts and Nevis’ underground wells and water network, with rising demand and energy costs adding pressure.

Climate Risk for Children: A UNICEF-backed, Meru Labs study says one in three children across the Eastern Caribbean live where they face at least three climate hazards now, with projections rising to more than nine in ten by mid-century—covering schools and health facilities in St. Kitts and Nevis plus six other islands. Drought Pressure: A related UNICEF-commissioned analysis warns Barbados could see longer, more frequent dry spells for up to four months a year by mid-century, raising risks for water, farming, health, and school sanitation. Food and Water Impacts: Saint Lucia’s agriculture minister says climate change is already hitting what farmers can grow, fish and marine resources, and water availability—ultimately affecting access to nutritious food. Regional Fisheries Resilience: Eastern Caribbean governments kick off CC4FISH-II, a US$12.55m GEF-funded project to help more than 21,800 people in fisheries and coastal communities adapt to climate change and disasters through 2030, including work in St. Kitts and Nevis. Digital Skills Push: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, offering advanced training in areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, and fintech for eligible citizens across the Eastern Caribbean, including St. Kitts and Nevis. Health Leadership Training: PAHO and UWI mark completion of a postgraduate health policy and systems programme, training 11 professionals from eight Caribbean countries/territories, including St. Kitts and Nevis. Sustainable Development Agenda: St. Kitts and Nevis’ ambassador to the OAS outlines the Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) and calls for help closing the “implementation gap” via partnerships, technology, and project preparation.

Climate & Food Security: Saint Lucia’s agriculture minister says climate change is already hitting what farmers can grow, how reliably they can produce it, and water availability—effects that also spill into fisheries and could raise the cost of nutritious food. Regional Fisheries Resilience: A US$12.55 million GEF-backed CC4FISH-II project was launched in Dominica to help more than 21,800 people across Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago adapt fisheries to climate and disasters through training and stronger resilience planning. Sustainable Development Planning: St. Kitts and Nevis’ ambassador to the OAS, Jacinth Henry-Martin, told the OAS that the Federation’s Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) targets renewable energy, water security, climate-smart agriculture, resilient housing, health infrastructure and a circular economy—plus a push to close the implementation gap via partnerships and access to technology. Digital Skills Boost: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (CARDTP, World Bank-financed) opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, offering advanced training in areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud computing, data analytics and fintech for eligible OECS citizens including St Kitts and Nevis. Health Leadership Training: PAHO and the University of the West Indies marked the graduation of the third cohort of a Health Policy and Health Systems postgraduate programme, training 11 professionals from eight Caribbean countries/territories, including St Kitts and Nevis. Local Water Pressure: St. Kitts and Nevis continues working to restore 24/7 water supply amid drought-driven groundwater strain and system losses from aging infrastructure, leaks and illegal connections. Education Access: UMHS announced a 35% tuition cut for its Accelerated Review Program, dropping the cost to $7,000, with a pathway into its MD curriculum for successful students. National Heroes Day: Dr. Timothy Harris used National Heroes Day to reflect on sacrifice and leadership, urging today’s generation to protect and advance the Federation.

Climate Resilience for Fisheries: A US$12.55 million GEF-funded CC4FISH-II project has kicked off in Dominica, aiming to help more than 21,800 people across Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago adapt to climate-driven declines in fish stocks and damaged marine habitats. Regional Tech & Data for Coasts: St. Kitts and Nevis received three SOFAR spotter buoys to strengthen marine observation, with solar-powered sensors sending near-real-time sea and weather data for coastal resilience planning. Local Sustainable Development: St. Kitts and Nevis’ Ambassador to the OAS, Jacinth Henry-Martin, outlined the Federation’s Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) and the push to close the “implementation gap” through partnerships, technology access, and technical expertise. Digital Skills Push: OECS applications for the Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (Cohort II) open Sept. 10 and run to Sept. 20, with training areas spanning AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data, and more. Education & Health Training: PAHO and UWI marked the graduation of the third cohort of a health policy and health systems postgraduate programme, including participants from St Kitts and Nevis. Legal/Tech Crime Watch: Alleged movie piracy operator iBomma Ravi has moved court to unfreeze about Rs 3 crore in bank accounts, after authorities seized assets tied to an online piracy network.

Climate Resilience for Fisheries: A US$12.55 million GEF-backed regional project (CC4FISH-II) launched in Dominica will support more than 21,800 fisherfolk and coastal communities across Dominica, Grenada, St Kitts and Nevis, St Vincent and the Grenadines, and Trinidad and Tobago, building on earlier 2017–2022 work to cut disaster and climate risks to fish stocks and marine habitats. Health Leadership Training: PAHO and the University of the West Indies wrapped up a third cohort of a Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate in Health Policy and Health Systems, training 11 professionals from eight Caribbean countries including St Kitts and Nevis. Digital Skills Push: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, offering advanced training via UWI Global Campus in areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, and fintech for eligible citizens across the Eastern Caribbean including St Kitts and Nevis. Marine Monitoring Upgrade: St Kitts and Nevis received three SOFAR spotter buoys to strengthen marine observation, with wave and temperature data sent near-real-time for coastal resilience planning. Sustainable Development Agenda: St Kitts and Nevis’ OAS ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin highlighted the Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) and the push to close the implementation gap through partnerships, including tech and project preparation support. Big Tech Subscription Update: Apple expanded iCloud+ in 100+ countries to include Apple Arcade and Apple TV, with family sharing—though the U.S. and some major regions are excluded.

Health Leadership in the Caribbean: PAHO and the University of the West Indies wrapped up a third cohort of a joint Postgraduate Diploma and Certificate in Health Policy and Health Systems, training 11 professionals from eight countries including St. Kitts and Nevis to tackle workforce shortages, migration, noncommunicable diseases, climate impacts, and health emergencies. Sustainable Development Push: St. Kitts and Nevis’ Ambassador to the OAS, Jacinth Henry-Martin, told the OAS that the Federation’s Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) targets renewable energy, water security, climate-smart farming, resilient housing, health infrastructure, and a circular economy—while calling for help closing the implementation gap. Digital Skills for Eastern Caribbean: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, offering CARDTP (World Bank) scholarships delivered by UWI Global Campus across areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech, and UX/UI. Marine Monitoring Upgrade: St. Kitts and Nevis received three SOFAR Spotter buoys to strengthen coastal observation, including wave monitoring and a smart temperature profiler, with data shared via online dashboards. Water Security Watch: Reporting highlights ongoing pressure on the Federation’s water system from drought-linked groundwater strain plus aging infrastructure, losses, rising energy costs, and demand growth.

Sustainable Development Push: St. Kitts and Nevis’ Ambassador to the OAS, Jacinth Henry-Martin, told the Inter-American Council for Integral Development that the Federation’s Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) charts priorities to 2040, with investments already underway in renewable energy, water security, climate-smart agriculture, resilient housing, health infrastructure and a circular economy. Water Security Focus: A new report highlights how desalination is moving from “emergency option” to mainstream water strategy as CARICOM countries face worsening drought and groundwater strain. Digital Skills Boost: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, offering advanced training (including AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics and fintech) delivered by UWI Global Campus under a World Bank-backed project. Marine Monitoring Upgrade: St. Kitts and Nevis received three SOFAR Spotter buoys to strengthen marine observation, with near-real-time wave and temperature data feeding coastal resilience planning. Education & Health Tech Access: UMHS announced a 35% tuition cut for its Accelerated Review Program, while PAHO and UWI marked a health policy training graduation for Caribbean health leaders. Local Learning Wins: Education Minister Hon. Dr. Geoffrey Hanley praised strong CSEC and CCLC results, including the Federation’s first visually impaired CSEC pass.

Marine Monitoring Boost: St. Kitts and Nevis received three SOFAR Spotter buoys to strengthen wave and sea-temperature observation, with data shared via online dashboards to support coastal resilience and safer marine operations. Digital Skills Push: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme (CARDTP, UWI Global Campus, World Bank-funded) opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, offering advanced training in areas like AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data analytics, fintech, and UX/UI for eligible OECS citizens including St. Kitts and Nevis. Water Security Focus: The Federation continues working to restore 24/7 water supply amid drought pressure on groundwater plus system losses from aging infrastructure, leaks, illegal connections, and rising energy costs. Education & Health Pathways: UMHS announced a 35% tuition cut for its Accelerated Review Program, and PAHO with UWI celebrated a health policy and systems postgraduate cohort that builds Caribbean health leadership. Sustainable Development Agenda: Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin highlighted St. Kitts and Nevis’s Sustainable Island State Agenda (SISA) and the push to close the “implementation gap” through partnerships and access to technology and expertise. Local Tech/Industry News: Horsford’s Automotive will launch the Chery brand on Sept. 25 with a 10-year warranty, expanding options for local motorists.

Water Security & Infrastructure: A new look at desalination argues it’s moving from “emergency” to mainstream water security for climate-stressed coastal CARICOM states, while locally the Federation’s 24/7 supply recovery still faces groundwater strain plus system losses, leaks, and rising energy costs. Marine Monitoring: St. Kitts and Nevis received three SOFAR spotter buoys to strengthen wave and sea-temperature observation, with data shared via dashboards for coastal resilience. Digital Skills: The OECS Advanced Digital Skills Scholarship Programme opens Sept. 10 and runs to Sept. 20, delivered by UWI Global Campus under the World Bank-backed CARDTP, with tracks including AI, cybersecurity, cloud, data, fintech, and UX/UI. Education & Health Tech Pathways: UMHS cut its Accelerated Review Program tuition by 35% to $7,000 and links success to MD progression; PAHO and UWI also highlighted a health policy postgraduate programme building regional leadership. Local Tech & Industry: S.L. Horsford’s Automotive will launch Chery vehicles in St. Kitts and Nevis on Sept. 25 with a 10-year warranty. Youth & Partnerships: TDC continues its Warren C. Tyson Memorial Scholarship investment in secondary students, and Ambassador Jacinth Henry-Martin pushed for closing the “implementation gap” for SISA through technology and technical partnerships.