Last Updated on January 4, 2025, 12:34 PM AST by Anthony Morris
Minister of Sports and Creative Economy, Samal Duggins congratulated all the champions and troupes of Sugar Mas 53.
He shared a post on his Facebook page, extending his heartfelt gratitude for all the winners of the SKELEC Grand Parade for their performances and creativity while appreciating their efforts that brought the streets of Basseterre to life with their energies and cheerfulness.
Minister Duggins praised all the participants for their hard work and dedication that set a high standard for Sugar Mas 53, with their vibrant displays of culture, artistry, and togetherness, playing an important role in making the festivities a success that showed the best of who they are as persons.
He hopes to continue celebrating their heritage, resilience while reminding them, of the power they hold as a community while uplifting and celebrating their culture every day.
Winners of SKELEC Grand Parade
- First Parade Day Troupe to Reveal All Costumes : Luxe Carnival – Ocean Odyssey, Mysteries of the Underworld
- SKELEC Most Powerful Troupe : Luxe Carnival – Ocean Odyssey, Mysteries of the Underworld (160 points)
- Queen of the Bands : Ultra Carnival – Nekirah Nicholls (663 points), De Market Women
- King of the Bands : Ultra Carnival – Kajali Hanley-Gumbs (665 points), Papa Bois
- Section of the Year : Ultra Carnival – The Tale of Anansi (120 points)
- Troupe of the Year : Ultra Carnival – The Stories of the West Indies (693 points)
- 1st Runner Up : Luxe Carnival – Ocean Odyssey, Mysteries of the Underworld (673 points)
- 2nd Runner Up : Zus Carnival – Nature’s Majesty (528 points)
Know about Sugar Mas
Sugar Mas is the National Carnival of St Kitts and Nevis, celebrated annually from mid – November to January, with its main event being the Grand Parade and the Last Lap.
Sugar Mas is the longest holiday period for the people of St Kitts and Nevis, with six weeks of partying non-stop, dancing and singing, while participating in street activities, competitions, and pageants.
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