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Festival reports still pending, Premier says "soon
16+ hour, 28+ min ago (286+ words) Festival reports for recent stagings in the BVI have not yet been made public, but Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has indicated that their release is imminent. Speaking during a recent press briefing, the Premier said the reports are expected to…...
Vincentians encouraged to return home and invest
16+ hour, 36+ min ago (448+ words) A delegation from St Vincent and the Grenadines has called on Vincentians living in the BVI to return home and invest, as part of a targeted diaspora engagement mission. The delegation, led by Minister for Agriculture, Forestry and Rural Transformation…...
BVI recognised as regional leader in public debt management
1+ day, 16+ hour ago (414+ words) The Virgin Islands has been recognised as a top-three regional leader in public debt management at the inaugural Commonwealth Public Debt Management Awards, according to a government release." The recognition was announced following the awards ceremony hosted by the Commonwealth…...
Infrastructure work gathers pace at BVIHSA
2+ day, 16+ hour ago (422+ words) Infrastructure upgrades at the BVI Health Services Authority are advancing, with works now underway across multiple areas of the Dr D Orlando Smith Hospital campus, according to officials. "At the BVIHSA, we believe strongly that a solid infrastructure is the…...
HLSCC expands training, eyes Bachelor's Degrees
3+ day, 16+ hour ago (367+ words) The H Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) is moving to expand its training and academic offerings, including plans to introduce Bachelor's degrees in the Virgin Islands, according to its president, Dr Richard Georges. Georges said the college has already started…...
Climate Trust Fund launch hailed as defining moment for BVI
3+ day, 16+ hour ago (391+ words) Following the formal launch of the BVI's Climate Change Trust Fund, officials have described the move as a pivotal step in securing financing for climate resilience and sustainable development. \ The Virgin Islands Climate Change Trust Fund (VICCTF) was officially unveiled…...
BVI named Caribbean's best luxury destination
4+ day, 16+ hour ago (288+ words) The BVI has secured another major international accolade, being named Best Luxury Destination in the Caribbean in Modern Luxury's 2026 Travel Awards. The recognition, announced on April 24, marks a continued run of high-profile praise for the territory's tourism product. It follows…...
Ivan Dawson Primary gets new playground after lawmakers clash
1+ week, 2+ day ago (242+ words) Students at Ivan Dawson Primary School are now enjoying a newly installed playground, marking the latest addition under the government's territory-wide school infrastructure upgrade programme. The facility was officially opened on April 20 during a dedication ceremony attended by Education Minister…...
World Lead! Hodge stuns the sprint world with blazing 10. 77s run
1+ week, 2+ day ago (350+ words) BVI sprinter Adaejah Hodge has been named Southeastern Conference (SEC) Women's Runner of the Week, a third consecutive SEC honour after setting a new national record in the women's 100 metres with a standout performance at the Tom Jones Memorial in…...
We're working hard to convert cruise visitors to overnight guests
1+ week, 2+ day ago (348+ words) The BVI Tourist Board says it is intensifying efforts to turn short-stay cruise passengers into longer-stay visitors, as the territory looks to strengthen its tourism earnings. Speaking recently at the Sea Trades Conference, Director of Tourism Clive Mc Coy said…...