The Ministry of Health and Social Development has secured a $250,000 grant from the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States to enhance healthcare infrastructure and address climate change challenges. The Enhancing Health Infrastructure and Resilience Project will focus on critical improvements, including installing backup power systems, strengthening cold chain storage, and establishing medical oxygen generation capabilities. … Continued
Local commentator Cindy Rosan is calling on the various party leaders within His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition to unify for the betterment of the Virgin Islands. Rosan acknowledged that everyone has their own story, but noted the public cares more about whether the Opposing factions can come together rather than the details of the fallout between … Continued
The BVI’s Financial Services sector continues to navigate various challenges while seeking to safeguard its future. The importance of the sector and its stability remains crucial to the Virgin Islands’ economy. Mr. Kenneth Baker, Managing Director and CEO of the Financial Services Commission recently provided key updates on the financial services sector in the Virgin … Continued
The 66th Annual Grammy Awards took place this past weekend, leading to several achievements and viral moments to be celebrated by the Caribbean community. On a local front, one such moment was a video shared by Virgin Islands artist Monea, where she was joined by Jamaican dancehall legend Vybz Kartel promoting their upcoming performances as … Continued
Mr. Garnet A. Ferron Snr. a first time author will be launching his book “Workplaces Fairness Globally: Balancing the Weight of Fairness”, which he stated examines the complex interplay of fairness in the workplace on a global scale. In a Government Information services release, Mr. Ferron Snr. said the contents of the text delves into … Continued
The British Virgin Islands has announced a 20-member squad set to compete in the 2025 CONCACAF Under-17 Men’s Qualifiers in Costa Rica. The team, placed in Group B, will begin their campaign on Friday, February 7, facing off against St. Maarten, before taking on Trinidad and Tobago, host nation Costa Rica, and Guyana. The winner … Continued
Dominica’s Kyanna Dyer has been crowned Miss OECS 2025, succeeding Saint Lucia’s Claire Smartt. The pageant, held over the weekend, saw five contestants competing for the regional title. Dyer, who currently serves as an Information Technology Officer with the Government of Dominica, brings significant pageant experience to her new role. Her previous titles include Miss … Continued
The competition for the title of Miss RVIPF 2025 has officially begun, as three dynamic women step forward to showcase their intelligence, strength, and dedication to service. The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force recently unveiled the contestants in a social media post, they are as follows: Contestant #1: Mrs. Tishema Smith-Ramprashad Contestant #2: Delma Tavernier … Continued
USVI Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has issued a directive ordering all government employees in the U.S. Virgin Islands not to cooperate with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations within the territory. “Immigration enforcement is a function of the federal government; not an effort aided by our own local agents”, he said. The governor’s move comes … Continued
Smith’s Ferry Services has expanded its fleet with the launch of a brand-new vessel, ‘I Legend’, unveiled during an official ceremony at the Cyril B. Romney Tortola Pier Park on Sunday, February 2, 2025. The vessel, named in honour of the company’s late founder, Captain Ira Smith, marks another significant milestone in the company’s efforts … Continued
