Last Updated on September 15, 2024, 1:00 PM AST by Anthony Morris
Basseterre, St Kitts: Hundreds of people across St Kitts and Nevis joined the Inaugural Youth Rally scheduled on September 13th, 2024 as a part of the activities of the 41st Independence Celebrations.
The young people of the nation, primary and secondary school students filled the streets of Basseterre with vibrancy as they marched wearing the national colours, green, yellow, black, white, and red.
The event commenced as the students marched from Port Zante to the Warner Park Cricket Stadium for a rally filled with national spirit and energy. The students carried placards and signs expressing their love for the nation and school pride.
At the stadium, the children and youth were entertained by the folklore performances, dancing and singing. In addition to the performances, the National Drug Council also delivered a presentation that encourages the youth to avoid drugs or any substance abuse.
The rallying call of the council was “put it out before it puts you out.”
During the rally, Minister of Youth Empowerment, Isalean Philip marked that this celebration unites the youth and reinforces the actual meaning of patriotism.
She also encouraged the students to stand proud as the national anthem celebrated the citizens of St Kitts and Nevis as hardworking and loving with respect for each other.
Deputy Prime Minister Dr Geoffrey Hanley also shared his appreciation to all those young people came out in large numbers to raise their voices against the hate and violence.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Denzil Douglas posted the pictures from the celebration and mentioned how the children from both Primary and Secondary schools participated in celebrating the anniversary of independence and showed their spirit by dressing up in flag colours.
Additionally, the Prime Minister, Dr Terrance Drew also launched the ASPIRE (Achieving Success through Personal Investment, Resources, and Education) Programme which will benefit the youth of St Kitts and Nevis.
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