Three promising young squash players from the British Virgin Islands (BVI) have embarked on a significant international journey as they represent the territory in the PanAmerican Under-23 Squash Championships in Bucaramanga, Colombia. The competition, which runs from October 6 to October 12, will see BVI’s Luca Reich, Oliver Henderson, and Daniel Henderson contesting in individual, … Continued
The British Virgin Islands is set to welcome a historic performance by Jamaican dancehall superstar Adidja Azim Palmer, famously known as Vybz Kartel, in March 2025. The news was confirmed by Yolo Promotions on Saturday, October 5, via social media, revealing that the dancehall legend will headline their marquee event Black on Black during spring … Continued
Residents of the British Virgin Islands are being urged to show their support for the 13th annual CIBC Caribbean Walk for the Cure, the largest fundraiser benefiting the BVI Cancer Society. The event will take place on Saturday, October 5, starting at 5:30 a.m. from the CIBC Caribbean branch in Wickham’s Cay, Road Town. At … Continued
Following the recent decision to grant visa-free access to Guyanese nationals, the Government of the Virgin Islands is now considering extending the same privilege to citizens of the Dominican Republic and Jamaica. Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley announced at a press conference on Monday that the government is actively exploring the possibility of removing … Continued
The winners of the 4th annual “Hunt for the Cure” car treasure hunt gathered at the CIBC Caribbean Tortola branch on Tuesday, October 1, to receive their prizes as part of CIBC’s ongoing Walk for the Cure campaign. The event, held on Saturday, September 14, was organized to raise awareness and funds for the fight … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands and local supermarket franchise, OneMart, have reassured residents that there are no immediate disruptions to food and cargo shipments following a dockworkers’ strike along the eastern seaboard of the United States, which began on October 1, 2024. The strike, involving thousands of workers from ports ranging from New England … Continued
The Government of the Virgin Islands has officially confirmed the appointments of Joseph Smith-Abbott and Tasha Bertie as Permanent Secretaries within their respective ministries, following their service in acting capacities. The appointments were made in accordance with Section 24 (1) of the Service Commission Regulations. Smith-Abbott will now serve as Permanent Secretary in the Ministry … Continued
The Virgin Islands Recovery and Development Agency (RDA), instrumental in the territory’s recovery from the devastating 2017 hurricanes, is set to become a permanent fixture under the new name Virgin Islands Development Agency (VIDA). This transition marks a significant shift in the territory’s long-term approach to infrastructure development, disaster recovery, and economic growth. Premier and … Continued
Premier Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley is advocating for the removal of the Governor from presiding over the Cabinet of the Virgin Islands, in an effort to increase autonomy over the territory’s policy-making process. Premier Wheatley raised this issue during a recent session of the House of Assembly, calling for the Opposition to put aside … Continued
Questions remain unanswered regarding how much of the recently approved $100 million loan will benefit the sister islands of Virgin Gorda, Anegada, and Jost Van Dyke, as no clear indication has been given on the extent to which these islands will receive support. The loan, the largest ever borrowed by the Government of the British … Continued
