The highly anticipated Anegada Lobster Festival returns this year, running from November 30 to December 1, 2024, with a record-breaking 13 restaurants set to participate in the culinary event. Now in its 12th year, the festival—renowned as the Caribbean’s grandest crustacean celebration—will feature the theme “Lobster, Sun, and Anegada Fun.” Visitors will have the chance… Continue reading Thirteen Restaurants to Serve Up Lobster Delights at Anegada Lobster Festival 2024
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British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission Welcomes New Leadership
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission (BVIFSC) has announced new appointments to its governing board, with Mr. Gerard St Clair Farara KC stepping in as Chairman and Ms. Patlian Johnson as Commissioner. The appointments, confirmed by the Ministry of Financial Services, Labour, and Trade, mark a new chapter for the commission as it seeks… Continue reading British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission Welcomes New Leadership
`Stay in School’ Message Echoed at Willock’s D3 Back to School 2024
Former Speaker of the House of Assembly and Third District resident, Mr. Julian Willock, delivered on his annual promise of giving back to the community with his 2024 Back to School initiative. Under the theme “3 hours, 3 schools, District 3,” Willock and his team made donations to three schools in Sea Cows Bay, reinforcing… Continue reading `Stay in School’ Message Echoed at Willock’s D3 Back to School 2024
School Closure on Anegada as Power Outage Disrupts Island
Students of the Claudia Creque Educational Center have been advised to stay home today, September 18, as the island of Anegada faces a widespread power outage, following a major malfunction at the BVI Electricity Corporation (BVIEC). The power failure, which began late Tuesday afternoon, September 17, left the island in the dark after repair efforts… Continue reading School Closure on Anegada as Power Outage Disrupts Island
Team BVI to Compete in WAAm Caribbean Development Championship 2024
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) archery team has departed for Kingston, Jamaica, to compete in the 2024 WAAm Caribbean Development Championship. Hosted by the Jamaica Archery Federation (JAI), the event runs from September 18 to 22 and will feature top talent from around the Caribbean and beyond. The competition provides an opportunity for the BVI… Continue reading Team BVI to Compete in WAAm Caribbean Development Championship 2024
HLSCC Expands Global Educational Pathway with CMI Level 3 Diploma
The H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) has officially opened applications for the prestigious Chartered Management Institute (CMI) Level 3 Diploma in Principles of Management and Leadership. This globally recognised certification, equivalent to an associate degree or A Level, presents a prime opportunity for individuals aiming to refine their management skills or pursue higher education… Continue reading HLSCC Expands Global Educational Pathway with CMI Level 3 Diploma
British Virgin Islands Seeks Consultancy for Digital Economy Overhaul
The government of the British Virgin Islands (BVI) has issued a tender for proposals to revolutionise its digital economy. This ambitious project will involve the development of digital identities, ID systems, payment platforms and data exchange frameworks. The winning bid will be responsible for evaluating the current state of government agencies and the territory’s digital… Continue reading British Virgin Islands Seeks Consultancy for Digital Economy Overhaul
Ron Potter Refuses to Resign Despite Request from Health Minister
Chairman of the BVI Health Services Authority (BVIHSA), Ron Potter, has refused to resign from his position, despite being directly asked to do so by the Minister of Health and Social Development. The request, made via WhatsApp, came in the wake of several tragic incidents affecting the healthcare sector in the British Virgin Islands. Potter… Continue reading Ron Potter Refuses to Resign Despite Request from Health Minister
BVI Secures First Victory in 45th Chess Olympiad
In Round 3 of the 45th Chess Olympiad, the British Virgin Islands notched its first win in the Open division, with Jhon Samuel securing a crucial victory on Board 2 against Bermuda. The historic event, featuring a record-breaking 193 teams in the Open section and 181 squads in the Women’s competition, is being held in… Continue reading BVI Secures First Victory in 45th Chess Olympiad
BVI Elected Vice Chair of UN Caribbean Development Committee
The British Virgin Islands (BVI) has been elected by acclimation as a Vice Chair of the Caribbean Development and Cooperation Committee (CDCC), a subsidiary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC). This decision was confirmed at the 30th Session of the CDCC held on September 11, 2024. The election… Continue reading BVI Elected Vice Chair of UN Caribbean Development Committee