Last Updated on May 5, 2026, 3:59 AM AST by Anthony Morris
St Kitts and Nevis celebrated Labour Day on Monday, May 4, 2026 with the supporters of the Labour Movement. The leadership of the St Kitts and Nevis Labour Party and the supporters of the Political party came together to march for labour day in honor of workers rights.
The Labour Movement was responsible for carrying much of the history of the country. The labour party was the first political party in the country and played a very important role in the growth of the country since its inception in the year 1932.
The Labour Movement has been working for protecting the rights of the people since its inception in the year 1932. However, the Labour Day is not just for the supporters of the Labour Party or the members of the labour movement. Labour day belongs to all the workers of the country.
This remark was made by the Prime Minister of the country while he was attending the Labour Day March. The Prime Minister took to his social media platforms to share some glimpses from the march. He shared that while the Labour Day march has always been led by the Labour movement, this day belongs to every worker.
The day serves as a platform for the people to recognise their contribution, reflect on how far the nation and its people have come. The Prime Minister also reaffirms the national administration’s shared commitment to the continued advancement and dignity of all who labour in service of our Federation.
In ST Kitts and Nevis, Labour Day is celebrated on the first Monday of the month of May. The Labour March started at the Patsy Allers Playing Field and run through Basseterre. The event was supported by entertainers like Ronnie Rascal, EK Real Right, Grandmasters Band, ASAP Band. The march started at 9:00 AM and brought together a number of people from across the island nation. The theme of the Labour March was: Labour Strong United in Purpose Committed to Progress
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