News
Local heavy equipment operators hit by higher diesel cost @the pump
EAST END, Tortola, VI- Many heavy equipment operators across the Virgin Islands (VI), including on the sister islands, have been hit hard by the higher cost of diesel.
UK abstains from vote to recognise slave trade as 'gravest crime against humanity'
NEW YORK CITY, New York, USA- The United Kingdom (UK), which continues to benefit from slavery to this day, was one of 52 abstentions from a United Nations (UN) vote recognising the transatlantic slave trade as “the gravest crime against humanity” and calling on the UK and other former colonial powers to pay reparations for the slave trade.
The late Astrid C. Wenzke remembered for invaluable contribution to VI
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI - The Governor of the Virgin Islands, Daniel Pruce, has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Mrs Astrid C. Wenzke, a cherished and longstanding member of the community. Her unwavering commitment to others touched countless lives across the Virgin Islands.
New modern Birth & Death Certificates introduced
ROAD TOW, Tortola, VI- New, modern and more secure Birth and Death Certificates have been launched by the Civil Registry and Passport Office.
27 athletes to represent VI @Carifta 53 in Grenada
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- The BVI Athletics Association (BVIAA) officially announced Team Virgin Islands (VI), comprising 27 young athletes, for Carifta 53 on Thursday, March 26, 2026.
HLSCC & University of Malta sign MoU to tackle small island challenges
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI – H. Lavity Stoutt Community College (HLSCC) and the University of Malta (UM) have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishing a framework for collaboration in research, academic exchange, and institutional development, with a special focus on issues affecting Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
Operators Without Borders assisting W&SD with replacement of pressure valves
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Operators Without Borders (OWB) has returned to the island to assist the Ministry of Communications and Works in improving the water situation across the territory.
BVI Finance hosts visiting students from French C/bean
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- BVI Finance recently hosted visiting students from the French Caribbean who are currently on an academic trip across the region.
G’ovt to host Agricultural Exhibition & Market in April
PARAQUITA BAY, Tortola, VI- In an effort to strengthen the territory’s food sovereignty, the Government of the Virgin Islands is encouraging all farmers and fishers to increase production and showcase the bounty of the islands during the 2026 Agricultural Exhibition and Market, which opens early next month.
Contract signed for fish landing site & Road Town Master Plan
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Premier and Minister of Finance Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7) has emphasised that recent international events, such as pandemics and geopolitical tensions, have highlighted the fragility of international supply chains, hence stating that it is not only wise but essential to strengthen local food production systems.



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