EXERCISE LIAMIGUA: ST. KITTS-NEVIS DEFENCE FORCE AND ROYAL NETHERLANDS MARINES COLLABORATE TO STRENGTHEN SKILLS
The St. Kitts-Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) and the Royal Netherlands Marine Corps successfully completed their first joint exercise earlier this month, fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and skill-building. The inaugural training, named Exercise Liamigua, took place from Tuesday, November 05th to Friday, November 08th, 2024. The exercise was the result of a partnership between the Minister of…
SKNDF MOVING WITH THE COMMUNITY TO DEFEAT BREAST CANCER
A team from the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force supported the 16th Annual Pink Walk of the Essence of Hope Breast Cancer Foundation which started at Buckleys and ended at Frigate Bay on Saturday 26th October 2024. The team was lead by Major Sutton, Acting Commander of the SKNDF. Major Sutton and the SKNDF strongly…
ST KITTS AND NEVIS’ MARITIME SECURITY TO BE STRENGHTENED FOLLOWING RSS COAST GUARD COMMANDERS ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Strategies to enhance maritime safety and security were explored at the Regional Security System (RSS) Coast Guard Commanders’ Conference held at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort from October 10 to 11, 2024. The engaging discussions revolved around the conference theme, “Maritime Security in the Sub-Region: Safety, Resilience, and Sustainment.” Participants examined strategies to bolster domain…
ST. KITTS AND NEVIS SUCCESSFULLY HOSTS RSS SECURITY CHIEFS MEETING
Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 11, 2024 (SKNDF): St. Kitts and Nevis successfully hosted the Regional Security System (RSS) Security Chiefs Meeting on October 8 and 9, 2024. The event provided an opportunity to exchange valuable insights and strategies aimed at strengthening the mission to protect their respective nations while strengthening regional cooperation. The meeting, held at the St. Kitts Marriott…
St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force and Dutch Marine Collaborate for Exercise Liamigua
On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, an officer from the Dutch Marine paid a courtesy call on Major Kayode Sutton, the Acting Commander of the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force. The visit was a precursor to the upcoming Mid-Planning Conference for Exercise Liamigua, a joint military training exercise set to take place over the period November…
A Proud and Strong St. Kitts and Nevis Celebrates Independence 41
A Glorious Display of Unity and Patriotism: St. Kitts and Nevis Celebrates Independence 41 The Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis marked its 41st Independence Anniversary with a grand ceremonial parade at Warner Park. Led by the St. Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF), the event showcased the nation’s unwavering spirit and commitment to its sovereignty.…
Reginal Security System (RSS) Training Institute Junior Leadership Course Level 3 CVQ
On Friday 13 September 2024, four (4) members of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, successfully completed the RSS TI Junior Leadership Course that was held at Fort Smith, Coast Guard Base, St Kitts. LCPL Fredericks, LCPL Creary O, LCPL Vanterpool V and LCPL Eddy D were among twenty six other students including three (3)…
St. Kitts & Nevis Defence Force Cadets Honor OECS Ministers: A Showcase of Youth Leadership
The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) Cadet Corps made a significant impact at the Inaugural Meeting of the OECS Joint Council of Ministers: Health, Human & Social Development & Educations. The cadets were tasked with escorting dignitaries and participating in the flag-placing ceremony, showcasing their exceptional training and discipline. This public event provided the…
St Kitts Nevis Defence Force Instills Patriotism in Young Minds
Introduction: The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) played a vital role in fostering patriotism among the youth of the nation on Friday, September 6, 2024. Sgt Elliott D visited Epworth/Maurice Hillier Memorial Junior School to educate students on the proper handling and respect of the national flag. Body: The fifth and sixth-grade students were…
SKNDF Enhances Community Presence
Introduction: The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force (SKNDF) took proactive steps to bolster community safety and reassurance on Friday, September 6, 2024. Through a series of strategic operations, the force demonstrated its commitment to serving and protecting the law-abiding citizens of Basseterre. Body: The SKNDF conducted a comprehensive operational presence throughout the city, including a…
Annual National Tree Planting Day
On Saturday, August 31, 2024, the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force participated in the Annual National Tree Planting Day activity.The initiative was spearheaded by the Department of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Departments of Environment and Constituency Empowerment. The aim is to protect our environment and promote food security. National Tree Planting Day is part…
Leadership in Action at the SKNDF
The Acting Commander of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, Major Kayode P Sutton recently engaged with the Volunteer Reserve Force element of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force at Camp Springfield.Major Kayode Sutton met with the Officer Commanding of the Reserve Force, along with other senior officers and sergeants to revitalize that key component…
Staff Development Session with the Governor General at SKNDF
On Monday 19 August 2024, The Governor General of St Kitts & Nevis, Her Excellency Dame Marcella Liburd GCMG, JP who is also the Commander-in-Chief of the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, hosted a Staff Development Session at the Defence Force Base, Camp Springfield.The main presenter was a Psychotherapist, Dr. Paula Watson from the United Kingdom…
Tropical Storm Ernesto – Route Clearance and Damage Assessment
As the SKNDF continues its route clearance and damage assessment duties after the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto. A joint team consisting of the SKN Regiment, Force Logistics and the JSOTT unit cleared roads in Upper Cayon and assisted persons in the Community with removing fallen trees from the side of homes. Upon ensuring the…
Tropical Storm Ernesto Passage
The Federation of St Kitts and Nevis saw the passage of Tropical Storm Ernesto on Tuesday 13 August and the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) activated the National Emergency Operating Centre (NEOC) to safety guide the Federation through the storm. In accordance to the mission of the SKNDF, to assist NEMA in National Disasters, the…
The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force Hosted An Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) / Drone Operation Training Course
The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force hosted an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) / Drone Operation training course at Camp Springfield from Monday 15 July to Friday 19 July 2024.Major Rod Studder and his team from the Florida National Guards engaged members from the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force, Royal St Christopher and Nevis Police Force,…
Disaster Relief Effort For St Vincent and the Grenadines.
On July 2nd, 2024, the St Kitts Nevis Defence Force deployed a team led by Captain Troy Watson alongside WO2 Nigel Caines and SGT Keithley Boddie to be part of the Caribbean Disaster Relief Unit (CDRU). The SKNDF will be supported by a two (2) man team from the Royal St Christopher and Nevis Police…
St Kitts Nevis Defence Force hosted a Communications Operations and Maintenance in collaboration with the Florida National Guard.
The St Kitts Nevis Defence Force hosted a Communications Operations and Maintenance, Subject Matter Expert Exchange in collaboration with the Florida National Guard. The week long exchange started on Monday 10th June 2024 and ended Friday 14th June 2024. Members from the SKN Regiment, Coast Guard and St Kitts Fire and Rescue Services were engaged…
