The Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs and Sports will focus on access and equity for every child in the Virgin Islands when it observes Special Education Day 2024 on Friday. Minister for Education, Youth Affairs and Sports Honourable Sharie de Castro said this year’s Special Education Day observance will be held December 6 and follows … Continued
The “Dream It, Do It!” athletes workshop, hosted by Olympian Adaejah Hodge has been considered a huge success. Supported by BVI Olympic Committee Athletes Commission Chairperson Ashley Kelly and BVI Athletics Association Athlete Representative Lakeisha Warner, the workshop inspired 25 young athletes across various sports disciplines on a transformative morning of motivation, skill-building, and creativity. … Continued
His Majesty’s Virgin Islands Prison Service (HMVIPS) has received a significant boost through a UK-funded support package aimed at improving security, safety, and staff protection at HMP Balsam Ghut. The initiative, which includes advanced tools, state-of-the-art radios, and enhanced identification systems, marks a transformative step in modernizing the Territory’s prison operations. Mr. Lee Pilkington, Head … Continued
The Ministry of Education is partnering with the BVI Football Association (BVIFA) and FIFA in the official launch of the Football for Schools programme. This initiative aims to enhance Physical Education (PE) by formally incorporating soccer into the curriculum, fostering students’ love for the sport, and promoting holistic development through athletics. As part of the … Continued
Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley has revealed a multi-faceted approach to combat the increasing cost of living in the British Virgin Islands (BVI). At a recent press conference, Premier Wheatley discussed key strategies, including the promotion of renewable energy, boosting local agricultural production, and reviewing the territory’s tax and duty regime. Wheatley also emphasized … Continued
Premier and Minister of Finance, Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, unveiled plans for the British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) to implement climate-resilient measures, including burying electricity cables underground. The announcement came during BVIEC’s inaugural Career Expo on November 30. Premier Wheatley highlighted the corporation’s dedication to innovation, expressing gratitude for its consistent efforts. He … Continued
On the heels of COP29, Saint Lucia’s ambitious climate commitments are again in focus. The island has positioned itself as a regional leader in the fight against climate change, with its 2023-2030 National Energy Policy (NEP) setting an aggressive target of 50% renewable energy by 2030. These bold aspirations come against the backdrop of a … Continued
On December 3rd, Caribbean Airlines launched direct flights to the French Caribbean Island of Martinique, a significant step in the airline’s vision to connect the Caribbean seamlessly and sustainably. Flights between Trinidad and Tobago and Martinique will operate four (4) times weekly—on Tuesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays. Two (2) of these flights will be nonstop, … Continued
Over the weekend, Olympian and World Athletics Under 20 Champion Adaejah Hodge honoured veteran sports journalist Dean “The Sportsman” Greenaway for his unwavering support and coverage of her track and field career, which began when she was just five years old. In a heartwarming surprise, Hodge visited Greenaway at his home, presenting him with a … Continued
Fourteen martial artists from Purple Dragon dojos in Tortola and Virgin Gorda reached a significant milestone, earning black belts at the 150th grading event in Trinidad and Tobago on December 1. The students returned home to a celebratory welcome at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on December 2, greeted by family and friends. Guided … Continued
