33 h. ago CARICOM Leaders Stand in Solidarity with Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa

In a powerful demonstration of unity and regional solidarity, CARICOM Heads of Government from Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados, Grenada, and Guyana; CARICOM Secretary-General Dr Carla Barnett and leaders from the World Bank, Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), and CAF – Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean, visited Jamaica today, 17 November to witness firsthand […]

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35 h. ago “Fear can lead to paralysis” | Premier Brantley calls on Nevisians to embrace change and innovation

“Fear can lead to paralysis. We can never fathom the wonders of the ocean if we are afraid to leave the comfort of the shore.” This was the assertion of Premier of Nevis, the Honourable Mark Brantley, in a heartfelt open letter to Nevisians at home and abroad, urging unity, innovation, and the courage to […] The post “Fear can lead to paralysis” | Premier Brantley calls on Nevisians to embrace change and innovation appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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59 h. ago It is really difficult to imagine that things will get worse

It is heartbreaking to watch the suffering and borderline hopelessness of our brothers and sisters in the region who were severely affected by Hurricane Melissa. We, the smaller nations, have contributed very little to global warming; but that in essence means very little to those who have done the opposite. There is no consideration for […] The post It is really difficult to imagine that things will get worse appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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3 d. ago Saint Kitts And Nevis Strengthens Regional Solidarity with Support To Jamaica Following Hurricane Melissa

Basseterre, Saint Kitts (SKNIS) — Saint Kitts and Nevis has reaffirmed its commitment to regional solidarity and disaster cooperation by deploying skilled technical personnel and pledging financial support to assist Jamaica in the aftermath of the devastating Hurricane Melissa. Earlier this week, Saint Kitts and Nevis dispatched a team of seven highly trained electricity technicians […]

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9 d. ago Brazil’s Lula Leaves Climate Talks to Cool Caribbean Conflict.

A regional summit in Colombia meant to boost EU–Latin America ties was dominated by outrage over U.S. military strikes on suspected drug boats and rising tensions around Venezuela. The post Brazil’s Lula Leaves Climate Talks to Cool Caribbean Conflict. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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1 week ago SKN Pledges Solidarity with Jamaica; emphasises Climate Change Impact on SIDS at OAS regular meeting

St. Kitts and Nevis (WINN)—As Jamaican and other Caribbean territories continue to recover from the devastation left by Hurricane Melissa, the government of St. Kitts and Nevis has expressed its solidarity and support for those affected. The powerful Category 5 hurricane caused widespread destruction across Jamaica, Cuba, the Bahamas, and several other territories, leaving behind […]

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1 week ago NEMO Saint Lucia Accepting Relief Items For Jamaica Following Hurricane Melissa

Saint Lucia – The National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO) Saint Lucia wishes to inform the public that we have begun accepting donations for onward distribution to our Jamaican counterparts, following the widespread destruction and displacement caused by the passage of Hurricane Melissa. In solidarity with the government and people of Jamaica, NEMO encourages all citizens, […] The post NEMO Saint Lucia Accepting Relief Items For Jamaica Following Hurricane Melissa appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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1 week ago Jamaica: Back to business PM unveils plan to revive small shops after Hurricane Melissa

Jerome Williams (Jamaica Observer) – Declaring that “normalcy must return”, Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has announced measures to help small shops and markets reopen across hurricane-hit communities, signalling a push to restore daily life for business operators. Speaking at a special media briefing on Thursday at the Office of the Prime Minister, Holness said that […]

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1 week ago Brazilian illegal gold miners at Iwokrama entered Guyana as tourists

Several illegal Brazilian gold miners, who fled their operations in the Iwokrama Rainforest protected area leaving behind their passports, entered Guyana under the guise of tourists, the Iwokrama International Centre said on Wednesday. “It is understood that these Brazilian nationals entered the country under the pretext of vacation with intent to participate in illegal gold […]

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1 week ago Earth Today | ‘SIDS Must Have Special ConsiderationCivil society stakeholders want recovery needs of small islands prioritised at COP30

Source: Jamaica Gleaner IN THE aftermath of Hurricane Melissa’s brutal blows to Jamaica, local civil society actors have renewed their call for special consideration for small island developing states (SIDS), as this year’s global climate change negotiations (COP30) begin in Belem, Brazil. Hurricane Melissa barrelled across Jamaica as a catastrophic Category 5 system last week, […]

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2 w. ago After the Storm, the Swarm: Jamaica Launches Mosquito Mission.

Jamaica’s health authorities have launched a nationwide vector-control campaign to stop disease outbreaks after Hurricane Melissa caused widespread flooding and pest infestations. The post After the Storm, the Swarm: Jamaica Launches Mosquito Mission. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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2 w. ago SKN students evacuated from Jamaica before Hurricane Melissa passes through

By Rick Amburgey   A group of 27 students from St. Kitts and Nevis studying in Jamaica returned home safely on Sunday, October 26, as Hurricane Melissa threatened the island. The evacuation was coordinated by the Office of the Prime Minister, which acted swiftly to ensure the safety of nationals before the storm made landfall. […] The post SKN students evacuated from Jamaica before Hurricane Melissa passes through appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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2 w. ago Jamaica declares national disaster as Hurricane Melissa unleashes devastation across the Caribbean

By Loshaun Dixon   The Government of Jamaica has formally declared the island a disaster zone following the impact of Hurricane Melissa, which made landfall on Tuesday as a Category 5 storm — the most powerful hurricane ever recorded in the country’s history. Prime Minister Andrew Holness warned that “we are expecting some loss of […] The post Jamaica declares national disaster as Hurricane Melissa unleashes devastation across the Caribbean appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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2 w. ago CARICOM Institutions Support Coordinated Recovery Efforts in Jamaica Following Category 5 Hurricane Melissa

Monday, 3 November 2025 (CARICOM Secretariat, Turkeyen, Greater Georgetown): In the wake of Hurricane Melissa’s devastating impact, governments of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) have dispatched aid and pledged financial support to assist in the response and recovery efforts. CARICOM institutions, led by the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), Caribbean Development Bank (CDB), Caribbean Public […]

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2 w. ago Government of St. Kitts and Nevis Announces Support for Jamaica’s Recovery Efforts

Basseterre, St. Kitts (PMO) — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis has announced that it will contribute US$100,000 to assist the Government and people of Jamaica in their recovery and rebuilding efforts following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa. Prime Minister Hon. Dr Terrance Drew confirmed the pledge, noting that this contribution reflects the […]

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2 w. ago Bahamians Can Go Home Now, While Bermudians Dodge the Worst.

Prime Minister Philip Davis has lifted the Hurricane Melissa evacuation order, declaring it safe for residents of the southern Bahamas to return home after assessing the islands’ recovery. The post Bahamians Can Go Home Now, While Bermudians Dodge the Worst. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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2 w. ago PAHO Sends Urgent Medical Aid to Cuba and Prepares Major Relief Shipment for Jamaica After Hurricane Melissa

Source : CNW The Pan American Health Organisation (PAHO) has launched a large-scale regional response as the Caribbean continues to recover from Hurricane Melissa. The organisation delivered over 2.6 tons of medical supplies to Cuba and is preparing to ship 5.5 tons of additional aid to Jamaica once full air operations resume. Life-Saving Supplies Arrive […]

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2 w. ago “I Never See Anything Like This”: Melissa Leaves a Trail of Tears.

Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica, Haiti, and Cuba, killing dozens, wrecking homes, and leaving millions without power as it moves toward the Bahamas and Bermuda. The post “I Never See Anything Like This”: Melissa Leaves a Trail of Tears. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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3 w. ago When the Wind Stays Too Long: Melissa’s Deadly Crawl Across Jamaica.

Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica’s worst storm in recorded history, has caused catastrophic destruction and widespread fear as experts link its strength to climate change. The post When the Wind Stays Too Long: Melissa’s Deadly Crawl Across Jamaica. appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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3 w. ago Government Of St. Kitts And Nevis Evacuates Students From Jamaica Ahead Of Hurricane Melissa

Basseterre, St. Kitts — The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, through the Prime Minister’s Office has successfully coordinated the evacuation of St. Kitts and Nevis nationals studying in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa continues to intensify. A chartered flight carrying twenty-seven (27) students departed from Kingston, Jamaica on Saturday evening, bound for Turks and Caicos […] The post Government Of St. Kitts And Nevis Evacuates Students From Jamaica Ahead Of Hurricane Melissa appeared first on The St Kitts Nevis Observer.

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