AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHealthcare Modernisation: The Ministry of Health says the National Digital Health Information System (NDHIS) has been successfully deployed at Joseph N. France (JNF) General Hospital, moving beyond paper records toward an integrated, patient-centred system. Public Services & Cost of Living: PM Terrance Drew announced EC$2 million-plus investment in a new ambulance fleet, aimed at fixing a long-standing shortage and improving emergency response. Education Transport: The Education Ministry reports a repaired return of its largest school bus for the Sept. 7 term, plus two new Taiwan-donated electric buses for students, including accessibility for persons with disabilities. Regional Policy: OECS and UNICEF unveiled the OECS Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, built on a whole-of-the-child approach. Sports & Youth: Minister Samal Duggins praised Kareem Queeley’s Dream Hoops camp at SKABA Basketball City, while Desnarine Hanley (Miss SKN 2023) begins Agriculture studies in the US. Local Representation Debate: Cricket commentators renewed calls for more homegrown players in the St. Kitts & Nevis Patriots pathway. Weather Advisory: A wind advisory warns of gusts up to 40 mph and hazardous seas as a tropical wave nears. International Watch: Ukraine imposed sanctions on vessels and firms tied to illegal export of occupied Ukrainian grain, including one ship flagged to St. Kitts and Nevis.
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