The Nevis Island Administration (NIA) Cabinet held a significant stakeholder engagement session with educators on November 19, 2025, to discuss the proposed Special Sustainability Zone (SSZ) project for Nevis’ south coast. The meeting, held at the Nevis Performing Arts Centre (NEPAC), attracted hundreds of teachers eager to understand the initiative’s potential impact on the island’s future. Premier Mark Brantley, who moderated the session, emphasized the government’s commitment to inclusive public consultations, stating that the project aims to drive economic growth and development while addressing the island’s needs. He highlighted the project’s potential to create local employment opportunities, reducing the need for young Nevisians to seek work abroad. Minister of Education and Youth, Senator Troy Liburd, provided a detailed presentation on the Destiny SSZ, outlining its conceptual design, residential areas, amenities, and a marina district. He also revealed a $1 million annual scholarship fund for Nevisian students and projected the creation of 19,600 jobs. During the Q&A session, teachers raised concerns about environmental impacts, economic benefits, and educational sector advantages, to which Cabinet members responded with assurances of transparency. Premier Brantley expressed gratitude for the educators’ active participation, noting their input would be incorporated into discussions with developers. This meeting followed similar consultations with various community groups as part of the NIA’s island-wide effort to ensure broad public involvement in shaping Nevis’ future.
NIA Cabinet Engages Teachers in Consultation on Destiny SSZ Proposal
