FORENSIC INVESTIGATION FINDS NO BREACH AS BVIEC WORKS TO REINSTATE ONLINE PAYMENTS

The BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC) is taking steps to restore its online payment system after a thorough forensic investigation into the ransomware attack that disrupted its operations on August 15, 2024. The corporation announced that the investigation found no clear evidence of a breach in the online payment service, but noted that they are prioritizing … Continued

NEW DESIGN SUBMITTED FOR EAST END FOOTBALL STADIUM; PLANS FOR COMPLETION PROGRESSING

Plans to complete the long-awaited East End Football Stadium in Greenland, Tortola, are moving forward, with a new design officially submitted for the multi-million-dollar project. The update was shared by Avanell Morton, President of the BVI Football Association (BVIFA), during the association’s Media Day and Award Ceremony on Sunday, September 22. Morton revealed that the … Continued

OVER 80 DENGUE FEVER CASES REPORTED IN BVI

The British Virgin Islands has recorded more than 80 cases of dengue fever so far in 2024, with approximately 23 percent of those infected seeking medical attention. This update comes from the National Epidemiologist, Harmonie Brewley-Massiah, who shared the latest data during a recent interview with 284 Media. Brewley-Massiah noted that the territory experienced a … Continued

PARAQUITA BAY TO HODGES CREEK TO RECEIVE $2.38M ROAD REHABILITATION OVER 6 MONTHS

The Government of the Virgin Islands has embarked on a $2.38 million road construction project, set to span six months, to improve 3,813 linear feet of concrete roadway from Paraquita Bay to Hodges Creek. The contract for this major infrastructure effort was awarded to Northam Construction, with a total value of $2,386,015.99. Minister for Communication … Continued

TOP PERFORMERS HONOURED AT BVIFA MEDIA DAY AND AWARD CEREMONY

The BVI Football Association (BVIFA) celebrated the outstanding performers of the 2023-24 football season at its 2nd annual Media Day and Award Ceremony on Sunday, September 22, at the A. O. Shirley Recreation Ground. The event highlighted the achievements of top players and clubs, who were honoured for their dedication and performances throughout the season. … Continued

VIRGIN ISLANDS ROBOTICS TEAM HEADS TO GREECE FOR GLOBAL COMPETITION

Five young innovators from the Virgin Islands are set to showcase their skills on a global platform, as they participate in the FIRST Global Robotics Competition in Athens, Greece. This international event, known for its focus on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) education, will see the team representing their home territory with pride and … Continued

GOV’T TO LAUNCH NEW ONLINE ED CARD SYSTEM IN OCTOBER

The Government of the Virgin Islands is taking a significant step toward modernizing its immigration management processes with the introduction of the Online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card System, set to launch next month. This transformative digital initiative, a collaboration between the Department of Immigration and His Majesty’s Customs, is designed to streamline entry procedures and improve … Continued

FORMER LEGISLATOR RESPONDS TO ALLEGED ONLINE THREAT FROM WHEATLEY

Former Legislator Shereen Flax-Charles has publicly addressed an alleged online threat directed at her by Allen Wheatley, a former Financial Secretary and 2023 political candidate under the Virgin Islands Party (VIP). The controversy arose after a WhatsApp message, bearing Wheatley’s name and sent to a group chat, suggested actions be taken against Flax-Charles. The message … Continued