The Caribbean Financial Action Task Force (CFATF) has published its Mutual Evaluation Report assessing the anti-money laundering and countering terrorist financing (AML/CFT) measures in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). The 256-page report identifies several areas where the BVI needs to strengthen its regime to better mitigate money laundering and terrorist financing risks. According to the … Continued
The British Virgin Islands will be proudly represented by sprinters Rikkoi Brathwaite and Beyonce Defreitas at the highly anticipated World Indoor Championships in Glasgow, United Kingdom from March 1 to 3, 2024. Both athletes are set to compete in the intense indoor 60-metre event, showcasing their speed and skill on the global stage. Brathwaite, a … Continued
In a display of sheer athleticism and dominance, British Virgin Islands native Jaleel Croal emerged as the star performer at the American Athletics Conference (AAC) in Birmingham, Alabama on Saturday, leading the University of South Florida Bulls to their first-ever men’s conference title. Croal’s stellar performances throughout the day not only secured victory for the … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Health Services Authority (BVIHSA) has announced a change to its COVID-19 testing requirements before hospital and clinic admissions. Effective immediately, patients without COVID-19 symptoms will no longer need to undergo pre-procedure testing. However, symptomatic patients and those recently exposed to confirmed COVID cases will still require testing prior to surgeries, procedures … Continued
Premier Hon. Dr. Natalio Wheatley is currently away from the Territory attending the 46th regular meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), taking place from February 25th to 28th, 2024. The CARICOM Heads of Government Meeting is a semi-annual summit where leaders from the CARICOM member states gather to … Continued
In a recent Cabinet meeting key appointments were made to the Prospect Reef Management Company Board. The Cabinet decided on the following appointments: Mr. Collingston George, has been appointed as Chairperson for a period of three years, effective from 1st January, 2024 until 31st December, 2026. Ms. Kerrel Wilson, has been appointed as a Director … Continued
Local author Sesilee Thomas is set to be featured at the London Book Fair 2024. Her memoir, “My Story,” will be on display, promising to share the culture and culinary tradition of the Virgin Islands. A recent press release described her memoir as a testament to her devout faith and appreciation for the culture of … Continued
The British Virgin Islands Under 20 football team faced a challenging start to the 2024 CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifier, enduring an 8-0 defeat against the formidable host, Nicaragua, in the opening match on Friday. Playing at approximately 9:00 p.m. BVI time, the young BVI squad found themselves under early pressure as Nicaragua swiftly found … Continued
The two-time defending National Fast Pitch Softball League champions, Pirates, showcased their resilience and skill as they clinched a nail-biting victory in their first game of the Dominican Republic Independence Softball Tournament on Thursday, February 22. Playing at the E. Walwyn Brewley Ballpark, the Pirates held on to win a closely contested match against Team … Continued
The BVI Under 20 national football team is set to play their first match of the 2024 CONCACAF Under 20 Championship Qualifying against host Nicaragua tonight. The match is set to begin at 9:00 p.m. BVI time at the Nicaragua National Stadium. Prior to the team’s departure, 284 Media caught up with members of the team, … Continued
