As the Virgin Islands prepares to observe Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week 2026 from May 11–15, the Environmental Health Division (EHD) is inviting students across the Territory to take part in a Poetry and Art Competition aimed at raising awareness and inspiring action to reduce mosquito breeding. Observed under the theme “Stop Disease Transmission, Start Source Reduction … Continued
Premier Natalio D. Wheatley has recognized Mr. Roman Nibbs Alberto following his participation in a unique leadership initiative that saw him serve as “Premier for a Week.” During a brief presentation, the Premier commended Alberto’s dedication and presented him with tokens of appreciation for his service and engagement. Throughout the programme, Alberto participated in a … Continued
BVI Finance has announced the return of the Tomorrow’s Leaders Internship Programme, successfully placing 32 students across 26 local firms. Now in its third year, the programme has become an important platform for connecting students and recent graduates with leading financial services firms across the British Virgin Islands (BVI). Designed to complement academic learning with … Continued
Chairman of the National Democratic Party and Opposition Leader Marlon Penn is placing a strong focus on youth engagement and skills development as key priorities ahead of the next general election. In a recent interview with 284 Media, Penn emphasized the need to create meaningful opportunities for young people, particularly in industries such as the … Continued
Adaejah Hodge has set a new national record delivering a record-breaking performance in the women’s 100 metres. Competing at the Tom Jones Invitational on Saturday, April 18, Hodge clocked 10.77 seconds, becoming the first female athlete from the British Virgin Islands to break the 11-second barrier. The performance not only shattered the previous national record but … Continued
BVI athletes are off to a solid start in the 2026 outdoor track and field season, with encouraging performances recorded in recent meets. According to updates from the BVI Athletics Association, Trent Olive made his outdoor season debut in the long jump, recording a mark of 6.46 metres. The Bloomsburg University athlete, known primarily as … Continued
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat has launched a new regional initiative aimed at strengthening food security and building resilience in the face of growing climate challenges. The project, titled “CARICOM Boost Women and Youth in Agriculture,” is being implemented with support from the Government of New Zealand and is designed to empower two key groups, … Continued
A 17-year-old student of Elmore Stoutt High School has stepped into one of the Territory’s highest offices as part of a youth leadership initiative. Roman Nibbs Alberto was officially sworn in as “Premier for a Week,” a programme spearheaded by the Premier’s Office to give young people firsthand experience in government, while building leadership, public … Continued
A team of 27 athletes has officially departed the Virgin Islands to represent the Territory at the 53rd CARIFTA Games 2026, set to take place from April 4–6 at the Kirani James Stadium in St. George’s, Grenada. The BVI Athletics Association announced the team during a recent press conference, where athletes received words of encouragement … Continued
Virgin Islands Sprinter Adaejah Hodge has returned to competition in dominant fashion after serving a reduced doping suspension, capturing the NCAA indoor 200m title just weeks after regaining eligibility. Despite the setback, Hodge has quickly re-established herself on the track. Competing for the Georgia Bulldogs track and field, she won the 200m title at the … Continued
