“…And I thought this would be a great opportunity, not just for Saint Kitts and Nevis, but for the region, if we can develop twelve films across the region that looks at global Africa from our perspective,” stated Honourable Samal Duggins, Minister of Culture and Creative Economy, during the recent Afri-Caribbean Investment Summit in Abuja, Nigeria.
This statement underscores a significant agreement signed between the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis and filmmaker Steve Gukas. The agreement aims to advance the creative industries within the nation and strengthen ties with African nations.
As part of this initiative, a major film project is scheduled to be produced in Saint Kitts and Nevis in June 2026. The agreement also includes a framework for training and mentorship for local filmmakers, emphasizing the importance of authentic storytelling that reflects the experiences of Afro-descendant communities.
Minister Duggins elaborated, “And our perspective is not just insular to each island, but our perspective as a Caribbean region or the Western Hemisphere on a whole, looking at all the different cultures that exist because there are nuances… and those nuances we want to inject into these films and make sure that we see global Africa for what it truly is today.”
In addition to the creative sector developments, the Ministry of Health in Ghana has announced a recruitment drive for qualified Ghanaian nurses to work in Saint Kitts and Nevis. This initiative aims to address staffing shortages in the healthcare sector.
Applicants for nursing positions must have a minimum of five years’ professional experience, and applications will open on March 25, 2026. This recruitment drive is expected to enhance healthcare services in the twin-island nation.
The signing ceremony for the film agreement builds on recent engagements in Nigeria, highlighting the growing collaboration between Saint Kitts and Nevis and African nations.
As these initiatives unfold, they are anticipated to not only bolster the local economy but also foster cultural exchange and professional development in both the healthcare and creative sectors.
Further details regarding the film project and nursing recruitment are expected to be announced in the coming weeks, as both sectors prepare for significant growth and collaboration.
