The government will soon lay in the National Assembly its Local Content Bill which could see Guyana setting strong targets for companies operating in the oil industry. The Bill’s first schedule would mandate a near takeover of oil operations by local goods and services in 10 years. Though local penetration of the industry at present … Continued
The community outreach event organised for vulnerable individuals and persons living with mental health issues by the staff of Safe Haven Transitional Centre has been called a success. The event focused on the importance of giving back in the spirit of Thanksgiving under the theme ‘See Me, Not My Limitations- SHTC Care Project 2021’. It … Continued
The Ministry of Health and Social Development is encouraging the community to do its part to reduce vulnerability to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR). Chief of Drugs and Pharmaceutical Services, Mrs. Gracia Wheatley Smith said the ministry is observing AMR week and emphasis will be placed on what happens when bacteria, parasites, fungi and viruses stop being … Continued
One of the British Virgin Islands’ most popular annual culinary events is making a strong comeback this year. The Anegada Lobster Festival is getting ready to welcome foodies from the BVI, the Caribbean and international destinations, to the island of Anegada from November 26 to November 28, 2021. Part of the activities roster for the … Continued
The Ministry of Education in collaboration with the Ministry of Natural Resources, Labor and Immigration is set to launch a Job Board which will serve as a recruitment hub aligning BVIslanders with job opportunities in the British Virgin Islands. This was announced by Acting Labor Commissioner Mrs. Michelle McLean during the “Education Labor Connect” initiative … Continued
The Virgin Islands Fire Service (VIFS) is in mourning after it was announced that a service man died in a vehicular accident on November 22nd,2021. In a statement, VIFSsaid: “While returning to their duty station after training, two firefighters were involved in a motor vehicle accident that tragically took the life of one of the … Continued
Grenadian legislators are soon to debate legislation seeking to decriminalise the use of marijuana as well as allowing for anyone over the age of 18 to have no more than 28 grammes of the drug in their possession for personal use. Agriculture Minister Peter Davis is to table the amendment to the Drug Abuse bill at the … Continued
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Monday called on member states of the Organization of American States (OAS) to do more to deal with the situation of violence against women, noting that “violence and harmful practices against women and girls remain pervasive in every part of the world”. Antigua and Barbuda Ambassador to the OAS, Sir Ronald … Continued
Leonardo DiCaprio is set to play a religious cult leader in the upcoming film Jim Jones. The 46-year-old Oscar winner is in final talks to portray Jim Jones, the man who orchestrated the 1978 Jonestown massacre. In what is considered one of the most bizarre events in history, Jones led more than 900 of his followers to suicide … Continued
Climate change continues to be a primary focus for the Virgin Islands, a sentiment also echoed by other Overseas Territories (OTs) at the Joint Ministerial Council (JMC), according to Premier and Minister of Finance Honourable Andrew A. Fahie. On Wednesday, 17 November, the final day of the JMC, Premier represented the Virgin Islands in discussions … Continued
