The Cabinet of St. Kitts-Nevis | The Government of St. Kitts and Nevis

Government Headquarters, Church Street, Basseterre, St. Kitts

MEET THE MEMEBRS OF

The Federal Cabinet of
The Government of St. Christopher & Nevis

The Honourable DR. TERRANCE MICHEAL DREW

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Human Resource Management and Social Security.

The Honourable DR. TERRANCE MICHEAL DREW

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Human Resource Management and Social Security.

Prime Minister Dr. Drew has provided years of dedicated service as a medical practitioner specializing in the field of Internal Medicine. He began his medical career as a general practitioner at the Joseph N. France General Hospital and later branched off into his own private office. In June 2013 he became a member of the American College of Medicine and American Medical Association and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM). He is often referred to as the “Caring Dr. Drew”, as he has committed himself to create environments of support and advancement. FULL BIO

Phone:1-869-465-2521 Ext. 1043/1207
Email:pmo@gov.kn

The Honourable DR. TERRANCE MICHEAL DREW, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, National Security, Citizenship and Immigration, Health and Human Resource Management and Social Security is the leader of the decision-making body of the government of St. Kitts and Nevis. The St. Kitts & Nevis Labour Party won six of the 11 elected seats in the legislature. St. Kitts & Nevis Labour Party’s leader Terrance Drew was elected Prime Minister on August 5th 2022.

Telephone: 465-2521 Ext. 1043/1207
E-Mail: pmo@gov.kn

The Honourable DR. GEOFFREY IAN HANLEY

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth Empowerment, Housing & Human Settlement, Ecclesiastical & Faith-Based Affairs, Social Development, Gender Affairs, Aging and Disabilities.

The Honourable DR. GEOFFREY IAN HANLEY

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth Empowerment, Housing & Human Settlement, Ecclesiastical & Faith-Based Affairs, Social Development, Gender Affairs, Aging and Disabilities.

The Honourable DR. GEOFFREY IAN HANLEY, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth Empowerment, Housing & Human Settlement, Ecclesiastical & Faith-Based Affairs, Social Development, Gender Affairs, Aging and Disabilities. Dr. Geoffrey Ian Hanley is a Family Man, Supportive Husband, a doting Father, and a deeply rooted community man and an activist for people, especially youth and the elderly. Married to Adaeze Hanley for 20 years, he is the proud father of 3 beautiful children. Geoffrey received his foundational education at the Newtown Primary, the Maurice Hillier Memorial Junior School, and the Basseterre Junior and the Basseterre High Schools. Throughout his schooling, he demonstrated a love for people and service. From an early age, he was actively involved in working for others. He was very involved in the Boys’ Scouts, as well as his faith community where he was as an acolyte, a choir member, and a Sunday School Teacher. After graduating high school, Geoffrey found employment as a teacher and pursued professional training through the Division of Teacher Education at the College of Further Education (now Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College). He gave 28 years of exemplary service in the Public Sector as a teacher, an officer in the Ministry of Community Affairs, Youth and Culture, Youth Director, the Director of the People’s Employment Programme (P.E.P) and as a Primary School Principal before he retired in 2016. In 2001, Mr. Hanley began journey towards completing a bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the Florida Memorial College, and this he did successfully. Subsequently, he obtained a Master of Science in Education from the University of Bridgeport. Upon his return to the Federation, he was assigned to the Department of Youth Empowerment and soon after, he was appointed as Director. In 2012, he became the manager of the People’s Employment Program (P.E.P.). As one who keeps very active, Mr. Hanley continued climbing the ladder of academia and in 2016, he received his doctoral degree in Leadership and Executive Management. In the same year, he assumed the post of Principal at the Bronte Welsh Primary School where he was instrumental in elevating the profile of the school into a model learning institution in the Federation. Dr. Hanley credits his success to his mother, to whom he espoused that he owes a deep debt of gratitude for her unwavering investment in him, despite all her challenges and shortcomings. He has no doubt that he was her pride and joy in life, and he honours and cherishes her memory in all he does each day. Geoffrey is a youth at heart and demonstrates a passion for youth issues. Dr. Hanley is a name that is almost synonymous with volunteerism, community organizing, and a youth advocacy. He was very instrumental in introducing a number of programmes that empowered the youth of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. He is the founder of the St. Kitts National Youth Parliamentary Association (SKNYPA), formed in 2001. He was also a founding member of the Basseterre Leo Club. He has been a Scout all his life, and now serves as the Deputy Scout Commissioner. Mr. Hanley also has a special place in his heart for the elderly. He loves caring for the elderly and finds pleasure in talking with them, cleaning their homes, taking them to their doctors’ appointments, checking their blood/sugar levels, administering their insulin, and taking their vital signs. Dr. Hanley is often heavily immersed in community activities. As a Community Man, he is involved with a number of groups and community initiatives. He was instrumental in reviving the New Town Community Festival and is a volunteer for just about anything asked of him. He provided free services to the Police Training Academy as a Lecturer in General Psychology. Among other things, Geoffrey is also a member of the St. Kitts Basseterre Lions Club, where he has served as President. He has been exposed to politics ALL of his life and never once has he given to a cause expecting anything in return. He would remind that he was brought up to be a man of integrity and respect! Geoffrey is very affable, and he a very hard-working individual who strives to be a person of integrity. As a Christian. he loves the Lord and serves as Men’s Leader in his church, Resurrection and Life. He also ministers the Word of God. Serving others comes naturally for him! His faith has contributed significantly to him being the humble, respectful, and highly respected man that he is. Dr. Hanley is one of our nation’s most passionate patriots; a man who has always believed in building up and not tearing down; in building bridges of love and not walls of hate! Dr. Hanley was elected as the representative for the St. Kitts and Nevis Labour Party for Constituency Number 1 (East Basseterre) in 2018. His strong will, tenacity, passion, and hard work secured his victory at the polls in 2020 and 2022. He now holds the highly respected post of Deputy Prime Minister of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis, in addition to the many ministries to which he provides leadership. He is the Minister of Education, Youth Empowerment, Social Development, Gender Affairs, Aging and Disabilities, Ecclesiastical & Faith-Based Affairs, and Housing & Human Settlement.

Phone:1 (869) 467-1107
Email:geoffrey.hanley@moe.edu.kn

The Right Honourable DR. DENZIL LLEWELLYN DOUGLAS

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Economic Development and Investment.

The Right Honourable DR. DENZIL LLEWELLYN DOUGLAS

Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Economic Development and Investment.

The Right Honourable DR. DENZIL LLEWELLYN DOUGLAS, Foreign Affairs, International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Economic Development and Investment. RT. HON. DR. DENZIL L. DOUGLAS, BSc, (Hons), MB, BS OF THE FEDERATION OF ST. KITTS AND NEVIS The Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Llewellyn Douglas was sworn in as the Second Prime Minister of the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis immediately following the St. Kitts- Nevis Labour Party’s impressive election victory in July 1995. Dr. Douglas was born January 14th, 1953, in the Village of St. Paul’s. Upon the completion of his secondary education, he taught for one year then proceeded to the University of the West Indies (UWI), Cave Hill Campus, where he obtained his BSC (Hons) in Natural Sciences in 1977. Dr Douglas returned home and again taught for 2 years, then continued further studies at Mona Campus to obtain a Bachelor of Medicine, and Bachelor of Surgery degrees in 1984. Following a two-year internship in Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Douglas returned to St. Kitts and Nevis and established a private medical practice and served as the President of the St Kitts-Nevis Medical Association for several years. Denzil Douglas’ political career began at an early age in 1979 when he became the first Young Labour Representative to sit on the National Executive of the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party. In 1987 he was elected Deputy Chairman of the Party. In March 1989, he was elected as the Parliamentary Representative for St. Christopher 6 (Newton Ground/Harris’) and was appointed Leader of the Opposition in the National Assembly. In May of that year, he was elected National Political Leader of the St. Kitts-Nevis Labour Party. Over the next five years, Dr. Douglas restructured and modernized the Labour Party, paving the way for the landslide victory in the 1995 Elections, when the St Kitts-Nevis Labour Party won 7 of the 8 seats on St. Kitts. Dr. Douglas was sworn in as Prime Minister on July 4th and set about creating a diversified economy based on agriculture, tourism, international financial services, information and communication services, and light manufacturing enclave, with a massive land empowerment program and expansion in the housing, education, and health sectors. In the Election of 2000 Dr. Douglas was re-appointed Prime Minister, winning all eight of the seats on St. Kitts in the 11-seat National Assembly of the Federal Parliament. Calling an early Election in 2004, Dr. Denzil Douglas again led the Labour Party to secure a mandate at the Polls, winning seven of the eight seats on St. Kitts, with Dr. Douglas commencing his third term as Prime Minister. With a fourth consecutive victory at the Polls, winning six of the eight seats on St. Kitts, Denzil Douglas in January 2010, forged a working relationship with Nevis with the Attorney General and Minister of Foreign Affairs serving as a Member of the Federal Cabinet. Dr. Douglas then became the longest-serving Prime Minister in the English-speaking Caribbean and the 54-member Commonwealth of Nations. Having skillfully advanced the social, economic, and political interests of St. Kitts and Nevis over the twenty years that he served as Prime Minister, Dr. Douglas today remains a popular highly regarded leader. He played an active role in key regional and international organizations and received awards for outstanding leadership, peacekeeping, and his role in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Awards include: Gandhi-King-Ikeda Peace Award Order of Brilliant Star with Special Grand Cordon, Republic of China (Taiwan) Order of the Liberator (First Class), Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela Legacy Award, American Foundation of the UWI (New York) Global Award, Trumpet Awards, Las Vegas, Nevada United States Congressional Black Caucus Award In November 2011 Dr Douglas was appointed to Her Majesty’s Privy Council, thus earning the prefixes “Right Honourable” to his name. In September 2013, Prime Minister Douglas received the 2013 South-South Award for Renewable Energy Innovation and Information Communication Technology. In October 2013, he led a high-level group of Commonwealth Ministers of Finance in a meeting with Heads of leading International Financial Institutions in Washington, DC, and made a case for the urgent need to address the debt and financing challenges of Small States. Prime Minister Douglas was also the spokesman on HIV/AIDS, Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), and other health-related matters in CARICOM quasi-Cabinet, thus earning him much praise and recognition for his leadership role in the fight against HIV/AIDS from former U.S. Presidents Bill Clinton of the Clinton Global Initiative and George Bush. As Prime Minister, Dr. Douglas played an active leadership role in many regional and international organizations: Organization of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) Association of Caribbean States (ACS) Organization of American States (OAS) International Monetary Fund (IMF) World Bank The Commonwealth United Nations Small States Forum of the World Bank Among the Papers that he delivered are: ✓ “Status of the [U.S.] President’s Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief [PEPFAR]”, US/Caribbean Health Officials Conference, Bridgetown Barbados, January 2011 ✓ “Assessment Progress; Political Declaration of Commitment on HIV/AIDS”, United Nations Headquarters, June 2011 ✓ “Charting the Future of Health and Development in the Caribbean”, Second Caribbean Public Health Agency [CARPHA] Partners Meeting, in Washington, DC, June 2011 ✓ “Pan Caribbean Partnership Against HIV/AIDS”, Tenth Meeting of Regional Coordinating Mechanism, St. Kitts-Nevis, April 2008 ✓”Chronic Non-Communicable Diseases and the Caribbean”, Caribbean Community Summit, Trinidad & Tobago, September 2007 ✓ “Reducing HIV/AIDS Stigma and Discrimination”, CARICOM/ UK Conference, St. Kitts-Nevis, November 2004 ✓ “Accelerating the Response to HIV/AIDS”, World Bank Headquarters, Washington DC, June 2003 ✓ “The Multi-Level Approach Toward HIV / AIDS”, Trinidad & Tobago, October 2001 ✓ “Health Issues in the Caribbean”, Opening Session, Mona Academic Conference, University of the West Indies, Jamaica, August 2001 ✓ “Mounting an Effective National Response to HIV/AIDS”, Presentation of National AIDS Programme Draft Situation, and Response Analysis, October 2000 ✓ “Medicine 2000 and Beyond – The Intersection of Knowledge and Practice”, University of the West Indies Medical Alumni Conference, St. Kitts-Nevis, November 2000. Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas is also the Co-Author of two books: “Coming of Age” and “For The Good That We Can Do” In February 2015, the Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas resigned as the second Prime Minister of St Kitts and Nevis. Rt. Hon. Dr. Denzil Douglas served as Leader of Her Majesty’s Loyal Opposition in the National Assembly from February 2015 to July 2022. Following the General Elections of August 2022, and the victory at the Polls for the St Kitts-Nevis Labour Party, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil L Douglas was sworn in as the Minister of Foreign affairs, International Trade, Industry, Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Economic Development and Investment in August 2022. Professionally, she became one of the youngest females to become a Director of a government office, the Department of Constituency Empowerment in 2012. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Joyelle Clarke worked as an educator, bridging her passion for the environment and youth together under the banner of one of the strongest youth-led environmental programs in St Kitts and Nevis.

Phone:1 (869) 662-7299/763-7007
Email:denzil.douglas@mofa.gov.kn

The Honourable SAMAL MOJAH DUGGINS

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources and Cooperatives, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Sports and The Creative Economy and Entertainment and The Arts

The Honourable SAMAL MOJAH DUGGINS

Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources and Cooperatives, Small Business and Entrepreneurship, Sports and The Creative Economy and Entertainment and The Arts

A proud national of St. Kitts-Nevis was born on November 13th, 1984 on the Island of St. Kitts to Michelle Duggins of Trafalgar Village and Samuel ‘Mojah’ Francis of Mc Knight. Samal received his primary and secondary school education at the Dr. William Connor Primary School and the Verchilds High School, respectively. He excelled academically and secured a scholarship from the St. Kitts Bottling Company (SKBC) and later the distinction of being named valedictorian of the graduating class for both learning institutions. On its 50th Anniversary, Samal was recognized by the SKBC as its ‘Most Outstanding Scholarship Student’ to date. In 2004, Samal returned to his alma mater, the Verchilds High School, as a Math Teacher. Inspired by the opportunities afforded to him by the SKBC, he launched the ‘Samal Duggins Academic Excellence Award’ where he offered annual scholarships to the Best Performing Male Student from the graduating class of the Dr. William Connor Primary School. This program was later expanded to include the Bronte Welsh Primary School and the Verchilds High School. In 2006 his passion for entrepreneurship, marketing, and creative arts grew and gave birth to Island Xpressions – a strategic brand development and marketing firm which focused on increasing sales performance and improving brand visibility for its clients. As a result, Samal has been the creative mind behind some of the most innovative brand campaigns as well as video and audio advertisements on the local and regional markets. Samal is also an accomplished poet and rapper, songwriter, music producer, and television personality whose credentials include penning the UNESCO Small Islands Voice global theme song, performing on the St. Kitts Music Festival, and hosting the St. Kitts Visitor Channel. His commitment to the arts bore fruit when he founded the immensely popular Island Xpressions Poetry and Open Mic Night which gave relatively unknown performers a platform to share their work and, in some cases, launch their careers in the performing arts. The overwhelming response spurred him to produce his own television show, “Xpress Yourself”, which showcased video clips of the most inspirational and thought-provoking poets, musicians, and dancers in the Federation and further afield. Soon after a charitable arm of the Island Xpressions brand, known as Project P.O.E.T.R.Y (Putting Our Energy toward Refocusing Youth), was established for the purpose of providing youth with a positive avenue for self-expression through poetry and the spoken word. As a result of his work in the arts and his work with the Federation’s youth, Samal served and still serves as a motivational speaker and youth seminar facilitator for several government and non-government agencies including the Ministry of Youth. His efforts were recognized nationally when he was awarded the Liamigua Youth Award by the Liamigua Youth Legacy Awards Association In 2010 he met Ermelin Sebastian. They married in 2015 and share two boys. In 2017, he furthered his studies in entrepreneurship and marketing by obtaining a Bachelor of Science Degree (Hons) from the University of the West Indies in Management Studies with a focus on Marketing. In the same year, he was recognized by the Verchilds High School as one of the 25 Most Outstanding Students in its history. Also in 2017, Samal added the title farmer/food hero to his resume by founding the award-winning Montraville Farms which grows fresh produce by using sustainable agro-technology including hydroponics. As such he was recruited by the Ministry of Agriculture to serve on its Agricultural Advisory Committee with a view to advancing the food and nutrition agenda in St. Kitts-Nevis. In 2021 he was named the Man of the Year in the area of agriculture by the Ministry of Gender Affairs. As fate would have it Montraville Farms, coupled with the Covid 19 pandemic, re-connected him to the St Thomas-Trinity community. As a result, he championed a number of community development initiatives including co-sponsoring the community football team – the MFCR Old Road United Jets, founding ‘the Samal Duggins Finding Your Passion Scholarship’, food hamper and school supply distribution programs and other key community-based programs. Family Man, Food Hero, Producer, Composer, Entertainer, Entrepreneur, Youth Activist, Change Agent…Samal Duggins’ diverse talents and accomplishments set a new standard for young leaders in St. Kitts-Nevis and beyond. As a policy professional Isalean has worked with non-profit organizations and international agencies to lead and manage various aspects of policy development and program implementation

Phone:1 (869) 467-1228/1570
Email:samal.duggins@gov.kn

The Honourable KONRIS GREGOR MENTEN MAYNARD

Minister of Public Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Domestic Transport, Information, Communication and Technology and Posts.

The Honourable KONRIS GREGOR MENTEN MAYNARD

Minister of Public Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Domestic Transport, Information, Communication and Technology and Posts.

The Honourable Konris Maynard is an elected member of parliament and the Minister of Public Infrastructure, Energy and Utilities, Domestic Transport, ICT and Posts in the Federation of St. Kitts and Nevis. Minister Maynard, is a dynamic, innovative, and dedicated leader who became one the youngest parliamentarians ever elected at the age of thirty-one, a reflection of his tenacity and dedication to serving the people of the Federation. With a background in Electrical and Computer Engineering, having a BSc from University of the West Indies and a Masters of Engineering from the University of Waterloo, added to his professional experience of project management and operations management, Maynard is uniquely positioned to combine his passion for community service and his expertise to bring about meaningful structural and technological improvement to his Federation. Beyond his political responsibilities, Minister Maynard is actively involved in community development, with a special focus on supporting children, the elderly, and sports initiatives. As a devoted husband and father of two, his dedication to children is evident through his constant engagement in school activities and generous contributions to fields of education and sports. As a 6-time undefeated National Calypso Monarch, 3-time Soca Monarch, 3-time Regional Calypso Monarch, 2-time Junior Calypso Monarch and former Road March winner, Minister Maynard is a multifaceted leader who has also reached the top heights of musical entertainment, receiving the Federation’s Medal of Honour in the field of Music. Honourable Konris Maynard is a true servant of the people and is determined to use his God given talents to advance the cause of St. Kitts & Nevis.

Phone:1 (869) 467-1918/1450
Email:konris.maynard@gov.kn

The Honourable MARSHA TAMIKA HENDERSON

Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, International Transport, Employment and Labour and Urban Development.

The Honourable MARSHA TAMIKA HENDERSON

Minister of Tourism, Civil Aviation, International Transport, Employment and Labour and Urban Development.

Phone:1 (869) 467-1496
Email:marsha.henderson@stkittstourism.kn

The Honourable Senator DR. JOYELLE TRIZIA CLARKE

Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment and Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment

The Honourable Senator DR. JOYELLE TRIZIA CLARKE

Minister of Sustainable Development, Environment and Climate Action and Constituency Empowerment

The Honourable Senator DR. JOYELLE TRIZIA CLARKE, is easily described as a Climate Action advocate, defender of youth involvement in decision-making, and a climate and gender justice specialist. Professionally, she became one of the youngest females to become a Director of a government office, the Department of Constituency Empowerment in 2012. Shortly thereafter, Dr. Joyelle Clarke worked as an educator, bridging her passion for the environment and youth together under the banner of one of the strongest youth-led environmental programs in St Kitts and Nevis.

Phone:1(869) 467-1579
Email:joyelle.clarke@gov.kn

The Honourable Senator ISALEAN FELICITEE CIARA PHILLIP

Minister with responsibility for Social Development & Gender Affairs; Youth Empowerment Ageing & Disabilities

The Honourable Senator ISALEAN FELICITEE CIARA PHILLIP

Minister with responsibility for Social Development & Gender Affairs; Youth Empowerment Ageing & Disabilities

The Honourable Senator ISALEAN FELICITEE CIARA PHILLIP, is a citizen and resident of St. Kitts and Nevis. She is a qualified and experienced researcher and policy professional with a background in social policy research and development. She obtained a Master of Arts in Women and Gender Studies with a Certificate in Policy Development and Implementation from the Saint Mary’s University in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. As a policy professional Isalean has worked with non-profit organizations and international agencies to lead and manage various aspects of policy development and program implementation

Phone:1 (869) 467-1307
Email:isalean.phillip@gov.kn

The Honourable Senator GARTH LUCIEN WILKIN

Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs

The Honourable Senator GARTH LUCIEN WILKIN

Attorney-General and Minister of Justice and Legal Affairs

The Attorney-General was born in St Kitts, but also resided in Antigua & Barbuda, Barbados, Jamaica and the United States of America during his formative years. He is admitted to practice law in St Kitts & Nevis, Anguilla, Montserrat, and Antigua & Barbuda. His areas of expertise during his practice with the oldest law firm in St Kitts and Nevis, Kelsick, Wilkin & Ferdinand, included General Commercial Litigation, Banking, Insurance, Construction Litigation & Arbitration, Injunctive Relief Litigation, Employment Law and Environmental Law. He was a partner of Kelsick, Wilkin & Ferdinand from 2017 up to his appointment in 2022.

Phone:1 (869) 467-1013
Email:attorneygeneral@gov.kn