The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States has taken a bold step towards a cleaner and economically sustainable future with the unanimous adoption of the landmark Basseterre Declaration at the Third Council of Ministers: Energy meeting held on February 4-5, 2025, in Saint Kitts and Nevis. The Basseterre Declaration establishes the OECS Decade of Action for … Continued
The British Virgin Islands government has initiated public consultations on proposed legislation to establish a Human Rights Commission, with territory-wide meetings scheduled to begin March 10. Deputy Governor David D. Archer, Jr. announced the launch of the Human Rights Commission Bill, 2025, calling it “a welcomed step forward in the proper handling of human rights … Continued
Connect Enterprise Ltd. has secured a $4 million contract to install a new sewer network system in Cane Garden Bay, culminating a four-year effort to address chronic sewerage issues in one of the territory’s key tourism destinations. The contract signing on Monday represents “a moment of deep significance” that has spanned three premiers and three … Continued
Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has directly linked recent infrastructure damage in the British Virgin Islands to climate change, citing increased rainfall and more intense storms as evidence of growing environmental challenges. Speaking during the launch of the Solar Technology Energy Programme (S.T.E.P) the former environment minister emphasized the territory’s opportunity to become a … Continued
The Progressive National Party secured a commanding victory in the Turks and Caicos Islands general election, winning 16 of 19 available seats in results announced early Friday morning. Premier Washington Misick’s PNP maintained its dominant position, building on its 2021 performance when it won 14 of 15 seats. The opposition People’s Democratic Movement, led by … Continued
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States has reached a critical juncture where the shift to sustainable energy is no longer an option but a necessity, according to Dr. Didacus Jules, Director General of the OECS. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 3rd Council of Ministers for Energy, Dr. Jules emphasized the urgent need for … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has committed $1 million to a new Solar Technology Energy Programme that will cover 50% of upfront costs for residential solar installations, Minister for Communications and Works Kye M. Rymer announced Thursday. The programme aims to dramatically reduce electricity expenses for residents, with potential annual savings of up to … Continued
St. George’s Secondary School and Virgin Islands School of Technical Studies secured spots in the semi-finals of the 2025 Inter-Secondary School Debate Competition, joining defending champions Elmore Stoutt High School and Bregado Flax Educational Centre Secondary. The schools advanced following Wednesday’s debates at the New Testament Church of God International Worship Centre in Baughers Bay, … Continued
Recovery teams have retrieved two bodies from the wreckage of a Cessna 172 aircraft that crashed in the mountains of La Plaine, Dominica’s National Security Minister Rayburn Blackmoore announced Monday. The aircraft, carrying four people, went down shortly after departing Douglas-Charles Airport for Martinique on January 26. Air traffic controllers lost communication with the plane … Continued
District Representative Melvin Mitch Turnbull announced plans to install 36 additional streetlights in Cane Garden Bay, following recommendations from a recent business community meeting. Turnbull met with a representative from the BVI Electricity Corporation on Monday to conduct a comprehensive assessment of lighting needs in the area. The project aims to improve safety and security … Continued
