BVI welcomes renewal of Association of Caribbean States for stronger regional cooperation

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has welcomed the renewal of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS), which recently held its 31st Ordinary Meeting of the Association of Caribbean States (ACS) Ministerial Council in Panama City, Panama.   The participating Governments, among other things, reaffirmed their commitment to regional cooperation, highlighted the importance of the ACS Strategic … Continued

Virgin Islands Icon Awards Delivers a Night of Excellence, Legacy and Virgin Islands Pride

The Cedar Equity Ventures Limited Virgin Islands Icon Awards delivered one of its most memorable productions to date on Saturday, July 11, bringing together hundreds of patrons, supporters and distinguished guests for an extraordinary celebration of Virgin Islands excellence. Presented under the patronage of Premier Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley, the awards honoured the remarkable … Continued

Premier Wheatley Launches Our Constitution Campaign

Premier of The Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio D. Wheatley today announced the launch of Our Constitution, a public information campaign to ensure every person living in the Virgin Islands, and every Virgin Islander abroad, understands the constitutional reform process now underway. The campaign’s digital home, ourconstitution.vg, is live today ahead of the first formal … Continued

2026 MISS BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS PAGEANT ANNOUNCES NEW VENUE; TICKETS NOW ON SALE

The 2026 Miss British Virgin Islands Pageant will return to the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex on Sunday, 2nd August, beginning promptly at 7:00 p.m. Tickets for the Territory’s premier pageant are now on sale, giving patrons the opportunity to experience an evening celebrating the very best of Virgin Islands beauty, culture, talent and intellect. Chair of … Continued

Government launches recruitment for new VIEWCo Board following utility merger

The Government of the Virgin Islands has begun the process of establishing the Board of the newly created Virgin Islands Energy and Water Corporation (VIEWCo), following the approval of the merger between the Water and Sewerage Department and the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC). The merger brings electricity, water and sewerage services under a single statutory … Continued

Study Visit Highlights Opportunities for Stronger Sargassum Management in The Virgin Islands

The Virgin Islands could benefit from practical strategies designed to improve public health preparedness, protect coastal ecosystems, strengthen tourism resilience and create economic opportunities through the productive use of sargassum. These opportunities were highlighted by Deputy Secretary, Premier’s Office, Dr. Lavon P. Chalwell-Brewley, following her participation in the OECS-European Union Study Visit on Sargassum Management … Continued

Department of Agriculture and Fisheries Celebrates 2026 Exhibition and Market Winners

The Department of Agriculture and Fisheries is in the process of distributing prizes to the winners of the 2026 Agriculture and Fisheries Exhibition and Market, held under the theme “Farming the Land, Fishing the Seas, Nourishing Lives and Legacies.” The 10th-12th April event showcased the talents, dedication and achievements of farmers, livestock producers, culinary competitors and community … Continued

HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATORS URGED TO CALL BEFORE WORKING NEAR BVIEC INFRASTRUCTURE

The BVI Electricity Corporation is strongly urging all heavy equipment operators to contact BVIEC before carrying out work in close proximity to the Corporation’s electrical infrastructure, whether above ground or underground. The appeal follows several recent incidents, including cases as recent as last week, where the actions of a heavy equipment operator resulted in damage … Continued