The Government and people of the Virgin Islands are mourning the loss of renowned cultural figure Jeavon Sasso, who passed away recently. Sasso, as he was affectionately known, was celebrated as a true Virgin Islands cultural icon. Born in the United States Virgin Islands with roots in the British Virgin Islands, he made his mark … Continued
Four CARICOM member states — Barbados, Belize, Dominica, and St Vincent and the Grenadines — are preparing to implement full free movement among themselves, beginning on 1 October 2025. This landmark initiative will allow nationals of the four countries to enter, leave, and re-enter each other’s territories; move freely; reside, work, and remain indefinitely without … Continued
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has strongly condemned a recent strike by Israel on residential premises in Doha, Qatar, describing the act as a flagrant violation of international law and an affront to Qatar’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. In a statement issued on Thursday, CARICOM said the attack was particularly alarming as it targeted a state … Continued
The British Virgin Islands is celebrating a historic sporting achievement after 11-year-old squash prodigy Delilah Pease captured the territory’s first-ever title at the Pan American Squash Championships in Guatemala. Competing in the Under-13 category, Pease defeated opponents from Guyana, Trinidad & Tobago, Jamaica, El Salvador, Mexico and Guatemala without dropping a single game, an achievement … Continued
The Virgin Islands is mourning the loss of one of its most distinguished nation-builders, Dr. Robert A. Mathavious, a pioneer of the Territory’s financial services sector, who passed away on Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Miami. He was 73 years old. Dr. Mathavious is widely regarded as the visionary architect of … Continued
With overall crime up by 13 percent this year, gun violence has emerged as a primary concern in the Virgin Islands, according to Acting Deputy Commissioner of Police Kenrick Davis. He said this issue, alongside a surge in domestic violence, will be central topics at the upcoming inaugural Virgin Islands Anti-Crime Summit, scheduled for 24–26 … Continued
The Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute is highlighting strides in developing future public sector leaders through training initiatives like the Emerging Leaders Development Programme. The Virgin Islands Public Service Learning Institute is celebrating two years of shaping the next generation of public sector leaders. In a special feature, Director Dr Connie George and Communications … Continued
Chief Inspector Kenrick Davis has moved to reassure the public that recent amendments to the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force Police Act uphold citizens’ rights. Chief Inspector in the Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF), Kenrick Davis has sought to further clarify recent amendments to the Police Act, outlining how the new provisions work alongside … Continued
Mr. Kevin S Fahie has been appointed interim Chairman of the BVI Airports Authority. Fahie previously served as Board Member and Deputy Chairman. The previous chairman was Mr. Theodore E. Burke who served from 2022-2025. The Authority is governed by a Board of Directors headed by a Chairman. Its sole shareholder is the Government of … Continued
A Religious Minister has urged law enforcement officers to ensure they embody hope to persons and situations. Apostle Curnal Fahie was at the time delivering welcome remarks during the closing ceremony for the three-week Community Policing Training initiative which was aimed at improving how officers interact with residents, enhancing trust, and preventing crime. Fahie opined … Continued
