People in Charlestown, St. Kitts and Nevis. Editorial credit: EQRoy / Shutterstock.com

St. Kitts and Nevis

St. Kitts and Nevis has a history of competitive and credible elections, and civil liberties are generally upheld. There are some concerns about government corruption and transparency. LGBT+ people face discrimination and are politically marginalized.

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Freedom in the World — St. Kitts and Nevis Country Report

St. Kitts and Nevis is rated Free in Freedom in the World 2024, Freedom House's annual study of political rights and civil liberties worldwide.