Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Ebanks-Wilks and Turner, and Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden resigned from the Government effective immediately. Grand Cayman 31 Oct, 2024 – Deputy Premier André Ebanks, Ministers Turner and Ebanks[1]Wilks along with Parliamentary Secretary Heather Bodden announced today they had resigned from the UPM Government effective immediately. Former Deputy Premier and MP … Continued
Premier of the Virgin Islands, Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley is inviting the public to commemorate the 75th anniversary of the historic Great March of 1949, in a ceremonial march on Sunday, November 24. Premier Wheatley said the march was a defining moment in the Virgin Islands’ pursuit for democracy and representation. “As we reflect on … Continued
Five schools from across the Caribbean, including representatives from St. Kitts, St. Thomas, St. Croix, and the British Virgin Islands, are gearing up for an exhilarating cheerleading competition hosted by the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS) in Tortola. The event is scheduled for Friday, November 1, 2024, at the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex, starting at 5:30 … Continued
The Youth Empowerment Project (YEP) say they are pleased to report on the successful results of a special teen workforce development project, Learning, Earning, and Advancing Dreams (LEAD) BVI, piloted over the past year. YEP thanks the Falconwood Foundation, Inc. (FFI) and the Popular VI Community Fund administered by the Community Foundation of the Virgin … Continued
On Thursday 24th October, 2024, the Rotary Club Sunrise of Road Town embarked on an exciting initiative to foster Peace in the Virgin Islands. This significant project coincides occurs during Rotary’s Economic and Community Development Month. Held at a private ceremony at the Youth Empowerment Project in Fat Hogs Bay Tortola British Virgin Islands, this … Continued
On October 25, 2024, the Caribbean Federation of Police Welfare Associations (CFPWA) proudly hosted the True Blue Beauty Pageant, celebrating the outstanding contributions and achievements of female police officers from across the region. The event took place at the prestigious John E. St. Luce Finance & Conference Center, St. John, Antigua and Barbuda and showcased … Continued
The 2024 Unite BVI KickStart BVI Small Business Loan Programme launched in July 2024 and continues development with an exciting and successful evening of mentoring. On Friday October 11th, 2024 at Seven at the Pier 23 small business applicants had an opportunity to provide a one-minute elevator pitch aimed at selling their business to perspective … Continued
The Overseas Filipino Workers (OFW) BVI Organization which has served as a vital community that embodies resilience, dedication, and unity among Filipino workers abroad recently appointed a new board. The Organization plays a crucial rule in fostering a sense of community among OFWs. It provides resources, guidance, and support network, helping members navigate the complexities … Continued
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has been elected by Member States from across the Americas and beyond to serve as a member of the leadership Bureau of the premier regional intergovernmental body within the United Nations (UN) system for advancing the economic and social development of the region, the Economic Commission for Latin America and … Continued
Premier Dr. Hon. Natalio D. Wheatley and United Kingdom (UK) Ambassador H.E. James Kariuki have discussed international cooperation between and the UK and Overseas Territories (OTs) following a United Nations’ (UN) agreement on the ‘Pact for the Future’, a declaration aimed at reforming the international system to encourage a safer, more peaceful, sustainable and inclusive … Continued
