HLSCC AND MISSOURI SOUTHERN STATE UNIVERSITY TO STRENGTHEN LONG-STANDING PARTNERSHIP

The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) and Missouri Southern State University (MSSU), located in Joplin, Missouri, USA are set to deepen their 23-year partnership with HLSCC – one of MSSU’s longest-standing partners in international education as a MSSU delegation arrives in the British Virgin Islands the week of 18th November 2024. The visit will … Continued

BVI HOSTS USVI IN TROPICAL NETBALL TOURNAMENT THIS WEEKEND

The British Virgin Islands (BVI) netball team is set to make history as they host their first international tournament, the Tropical Netball Tournament, from Friday, November 15, to Sunday, November 17. The three-day event will see the BVI face off against rivals, the United States Virgin Islands (USVI), at the Multipurpose Sports Complex in Road … Continued

GOVERNOR PRUCE LEADS REMEMBRANCE DAY CEREMONY AT GOV’T HOUSE

In honour of Remembrance Day, His Excellency Governor Daniel Pruce led a ceremony at Government House on Monday, November 11, to pay tribute to the sacrifices made by past and present soldiers. Despite inclement weather necessitating a scaled-down event, the ceremony was attended by Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley, Health and Social Development Minister … Continued

$25M REVENUE INCREASE ATTRIBUTED IN PART TO ADVANCEMENTS IN TAX COLLECTION & E-SERVICES

Premier Natalio Wheatley has announced a revenue projection of $407.93 million for the British Virgin Islands in 2025, a marked increase over the estimated $382.67 million for 2024.  During his recent budget address, Premier Wheatley highlighted that $379.89 million of the projected 2025 revenue would come from tax sources, including payroll, property, and international trade … Continued

JERMAINE HENRY EARNS PRO BODYBUILDING CARD – CLAIMS MR. CARIBBEAN GRAND PRIX TITLE

Jermaine Henry of Alpha Fitness VI has made bodybuilding history for the British Virgin Islands, earning his professional bodybuilding card after an impressive performance at the 2024 NPC Worldwide Caribbean Grand Prix Bahamas Pro Qualifier on Sunday. Competing in the Super Heavy Weight category, Henry bested his competition to win the title, then went on … Continued

EDUCATION GETS $5.27M FOR PROJECTS IN 2025, BUT BROADER BUDGET DETAILS OMITTED

In his Budget Address delivered on November 11, Premier Dr. the Hon. Natalio Wheatley emphasized the government’s ongoing commitment to education in the British Virgin Islands, outlining both achievements from 2024 and future plans aimed at strengthening the Territory’s educational infrastructure. In the 2025 budget, over $5.2 million has been earmarked for critical capital acquisition … Continued

GOVERNOR ASSENTS TO AMENDED IMMIGRATION ACT

Governor Daniel Pruce has officially signed into law the Immigration and Passport (Amendment) Act, 2024, which introduces new pathways to Residence Status for children, including those born in the Virgin Islands to non-belonger parents. Signed on November 1, the legislation also addresses the requirements for Residence and Belonger Status, establishes transparent guidelines for awarding status, … Continued

EPHRAIM PENN ELECTED PRESIDENT OF EASTERN CARIBBEAN OLYMPIC COMMITTEE ASSOCIATION

Ephraim Penn, President of the British Virgin Islands Olympic Committee (BVIOC), has been elected as the new President of the Association of National Olympic Committees of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (ANOCES). The election, held on October 18, 2024, during the ANOCES General Assembly at Sandals Beaches Resort in Providenciales, Turks and Caicos, is … Continued