BASSETERRE, St. Kitts and Nevis – As the twin-island federation counts down to its 43rd Independence Day celebration, the Prime Minister’s Office has officially launched the nomination period for the 2026 National Honours Awards, aligning the initiative with this year’s independence theme: “One People, One Vision, Endless Possibility.”
Widely regarded as the highest civilian honor bestowed by the federal government, the National Honours Awards recognize outstanding citizens whose commitment, creative problem-solving, and selfless contributions have advanced national development and defined the country’s ongoing progress. Eligible candidates span a wide range of sectors: from trailblazing educators and frontline healthcare innovators to advocates for grassroots community growth, cultural leaders, and pioneering entrepreneurs. Every year, the awards lift up unsung individuals whose consistent, determined work has driven the nation forward, turning collective vision into tangible impact.
The government has outlined clear guidelines for nominations to streamline the process for the public. Physical nomination forms are available for pickup at the security desk of Government Headquarters, located on Church Street in Basseterre. For those preferring digital submission, an official Google Forms portal is open for entries at the link published by the Prime Minister’s Office. All submissions must include a fully completed nomination form along with a detailed narrative profile that outlines the specific impact and contributions the nominee has made to Saint Kitts and Nevis. Completed physical submissions should be sent to the Cabinet Secretariat at the Prime Minister’s Office, Government Headquarters, Church Street, Basseterre.
The deadline for all nominations is 5:00 PM local time on Friday, July 31, 2026. No late submissions will be accepted under any circumstances, to ensure the awards selection committee has sufficient time to review all candidates ahead of the independence celebrations.
Government officials are urging all citizens and residents of the federation to take part in the process by putting forward deserving candidates whose work aligns with the values of the honor categories.
As the nation prepares to mark 43 years of sovereign statehood, officials emphasized that the National Honours Awards are far more than a ceremonial tradition. They represent the collective gratitude of the Saint Kitts and Nevis people, and stand as proof of what intentional, visionary service can achieve for a united nation.