The British Virgin Islands Tourist Board & Film Commission proudly announces the debut of a brand new, 3-day music festival titled, Virgin Islands Music Festival. This major music event will take place over the US Memorial Day Weekend, from 24th to 26th May 2024. MEET THE PEFORMERS ROTIMI is a Nigerian-American actor and singer. Although … Continued
On Saturday, March 16th, four young children on the island of Virgin Gorda lit up the stage of the Jeffery Caines Arena for the return of the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Pageant. The pageant was last held in 2017. The contestants were 7-year-old Tahjirah Walters, 8-year-old Anjela Nickie, 10-year-old Chelsie Dyer and 9-year-old Trevoa Stevens. … Continued
The Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Prince and Princess Show is gearing up to showcase some of the brightest young talents on the island this evening. At 6 pm the Jeffery Caines Sports Arena will come alive with energy, poise, and youthful exuberance as four contestants take the stage. Representing princesses are Contestant #1 7-year-old Tahirah … Continued
The Virgin Islands government is ramping up efforts to achieve greater food sovereignty and self-sufficiency, according to Junior Minister for Agriculture and Fisheries Hon. Karl Dawson. In a statement at a recent press conference Dawson outlined various ongoing plans and initiatives aimed at boosting local agricultural production and strengthening food security in the Territory. Key … Continued
ExxonMobil Guyana announced a new oil discovery on Friday, March 15, marking their first find of 2024 in the Stabroek Block offshore Guyana. The Bluefin well encountered a significant amount of hydrocarbon-bearing sandstone, indicating potential for future development. Drilled by the Stena Drillmax drillship in over 4,200 feet (1,294 meters) of water, the Bluefin well … Continued
The Caribbean tourism industry experienced a robust year in 2023, exceeding pre-pandemic arrival numbers by 0.8%, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). This positive trend marks a significant recovery for the region, driven by a surge in international arrivals and a revitalized hotel sector. Dona Regis-Prosper, Secretary-General of the CTO, delivered the “Caribbean Tourism … Continued
Dancehall star Vybz Kartel, whose real name is Adidja Palmer, has had his 2014 murder conviction overturned by the Privy Council in London. The court ruled on Thursday, March 14th, 2024, that attempts to bribe jurors during the original trial a decade ago rendered the verdict unsafe. Kartel, 48, was sentenced to life imprisonment in … Continued
On Friday, 8th March, the Grade 5 students of the Ebenezer Thomas Primary School had the unique opportunity to participate in a Special Sitting of the House of Assembly. Led by Teacher Candia McFarlane, 19 students engaged in a mock legislative session where they proposed constitutional changes aimed at benefiting the Virgin Islands. In this simulated … Continued
The British Virgin Islands is positioning itself to emerge as a world-leading hub for the burgeoning digital assets sector, anchored by a robust new regulatory framework and ecosystem for innovative fintech businesses, according to Deputy Premier and Minister for Financial Services Hon. Lorna Smith, OBE. Addressing the International Arbitration Centre conference, Smith outlined the Territory’s … Continued
The United Nations (UN) Special Committee on Decolonisation (C-24) has approved the British Virgin Islands’ request for an official visiting mission. Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley made the announcement on Friday, March 15, as he expressed his satisfaction with the decision, noting the importance of this development in shaping the territory’s constitutional future. The … Continued
