Premier Wheatley saddened by Chandrikapersad Santokhi's death
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Government and the people of the Virgin Islands stand in sympathy with Suriname and the wider Caribbean Community as they mourn the passing of H.E. Chandrikapersad Santokhi, the 9th President of the Republic of Suriname (2020–2025).
KM Construction awarded contract for work @ Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A contract for Roof and Lightning Protection System Repairs to the Dr D. Orlando Smith Hospital and Annex Buildings between the Virgin Islands Recovery Development Agency (RDA) and KM Construction.
Skelton-Cline accuses white resident billionaires of not helping VI
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI- Host of Honestly Speaking, Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline, has accused white United Kingdom (UK) nationals and billionaires residing in the Virgin Islands (VI) of not doing more to help in the advancement of the VI.
Approved public bus services commences in RT
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Ministry of Communications and Works, in collaboration with the Taxi and Livery Commission and the Tortola Bus Drivers Association, has announced the launch of approved public bus services operating across key routes on Tortola.
Adaejah T. Hodge sets new 400M NR
CORAL GABLES, Florida, USA- Virgin Islands sprinter Adaejah T. Hodge set a new 400 meters National Record at the recent Hurricane Invitational in Florida with a time of 51.24 seconds.
Being Governor is ‘a job I’ve always wanted’- Gov Daniel Pruce
THE SETTLEMENT, Anegada, VI- Governor Daniel Pruce has said being Governor is a job he’s always wanted.
Plans to enhance health care on Jost van Dyke underway- PS Tasha K. Bertie
GREAT HARBOUR, Jost van Dyke, VI- Ms Tasha K. Bertie, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Health and Social Development, has announced significant plans to improve health care delivery on Jost van Dyke.
I believe ‘deeply in the future of' the VI- Student Premier Designate Roman N. Alberto
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Roman Nibbs Alberto, a 17-year-old 12th-grade student of the Elmore Stoutt High School (ESHS), has emerged as the winner of the Premier for a Week initiative, with his video generating the most likes and shares.
Seriene Maduro is 2026 VG Cultural Food Fair honouree
VALLEY, Virgin Gorda, VI – The Virgin Gorda community will honour Mrs Seriene Maduro at the 2026 Cultural Food Fair for her decades of service, entrepreneurial excellence, and unwavering dedication to preserving and uplifting the island's culture.
Barrier system developed for roadside use under RATED programme
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Registration, Apprenticeship, Training, Employment and Development (RATED) programme moves into a new phase under the direction of Hon Stacy R. Mather, MBE, (AL).
Sudden Death: Police Constable Dikembe Vanterpool passes
CANE GARDEN BAY, Tortola, VI- A Police Constable, stationed at the Cane Garden Bay Police Station, has died suddenly, today, Monday, March 30, 2026.
VI’s Guillaume Parkins & James Ramprashad officiating Dallas Cup matches
DALLAS, Texas, USA- BVI Football Association (BVIFA) match officials, Guillaume Parkins and James Ramprashad, have been selected to represent the Virgin Islands (VI) and participate in the 2026 Concacaf Advanced Referee Coaching program.
A phenomenal end to 2026 BVI Spring Regatta
NANNY CAY, VI- Despite mixed conditions with shifts and gusts to 20, temperatures in the 80s, the 53rd BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival concluded with day 3 on Sunday, March 29, 2026, successfully.
USVI: Over 100 rounds fired in early-morning shooting leaving 2 hospitalised
VI CONSORTIUM
ST. PERTER'S REST, St. Croix, USVI- An early-morning burst of heavy gunfire in Peter’s Rest on Sunday sent police to the scene and left two people hospitalised with gunshot wounds, according to the Virgin Islands Police Department (VIPD), which said the shooting remains under investigation.
UPDATE: VI beat Anguilla 4-0 in final international friendly in Cayman Islands
GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands- The Virgin Islands’ (VI) Senior Men’s Football Team has won their second match in a two-game international friendly series against Anguilla in the Cayman Islands.
A mural of old Road Town to be erected under RTP- Luce D. Hodge-Smith
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – A new project under the Road Town Partnership (RTP) initiative has begun. The project features a mural that will depict the historic Old Road Town. This initiative aims to promote the Virgin Islands' rich history and is being funded by a private sector investor.
Athletics Association to receive additional $100K from Gov’t- Hon Sharie B. de Castro
DUFF’S BOTTOM, Tortola, VI- BVI Athletics Association (BVIAA) will receive an additional $100,000 from the government of the Virgin Islands (VI) to support its participation in the 2026 Carifta Games and other sporting activities throughout the year.
Shackema Baptiste-Henry & Kimberly A. Herbert the newest Mrs BVI queens
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- Shackema Baptiste-Henry and Kimberly A. Herbert were crowned Mrs BVI Curve and Mrs BVI Globe, respectively, at a coronation ceremony and fundraising dinner at Maria's By the Sea on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
Tricky weather matched with quick thinking on Day 2 of racing @ 2026 BVI Spring Regatta
NANNY CAY, VI- Day 2 of racing at the 2026 BVI Spring Regatta saw very changeable weather conditions and quick thinking by the race committee to ensure great racing on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
USVI: No Kings protest draws crowd on St Croix
VI CONSORTIUM
FEDERIKSTED, St Croix, USVI- St Croix residents joined the nationwide No Kings Protest on Saturday, March 28, 2026, part of a coordinated day of demonstrations in over 3,200 communities across all 50 states against what organisers call authoritarianism, mass deportations and military escalation.
CIBC sets $100K goal for BVI Cancer Society; Raised $75K in 2025
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- First Caribbean International Bank (CIBC) has announced a whopping new fundraising target of $100,000 for the BVI Cancer Society.
8 dancers from Nouveau Royale Dance selected for NY summer intensives
JOHNSON’S GHUT, Tortola, VI- Eight dancers from Nouveau Royale Dance have been selected to attend summer intensives in New York City, USA.
Life-saving defibrillator donated to Multi-purpose Sports Complex
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Rotary Club Sunrise of Road Town donated a new defibrillator to the Multi-Purpose Sports Complex sometime this week.
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U.S.-Israel war against Iran: USPS seeks 8% package hike
VI CONSORTIUM
L'ENFANT PLAZA SW, Washington D.C., USA- The U.S. Postal Service is seeking approval for a temporary 8% price increase on Priority Mail and package deliveries as transportation fuel costs continue to climb amid the war involving the United States, Israel and Iran. USPS filed for the temporary increase on March 25 and said the surcharge would take effect April 26 if approved by the Postal Regulatory Commission.
Marine accidents & incidents must be reported- Jerome Padmore
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI – Vessel operators and maritime stakeholders across the Virgin Islands (VI) have been reminded that the reporting of marine accidents and incidents is a legal requirement under the Virgin Islands Merchant Shipping (Accident Reporting and Investigation) Regulations, 2020.
Minors among February arrests, including for a sexual offence
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) made several arrests in February 2026, bringing charges against a number of individuals for varying offences.
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A Virgin Islands Migration Conundrum
By Dickson C. Igwe
I return to the need for the adoption of a national ID card as stated in the previous article as a means of tighter migration control and keeping a tab on all citizens and non-citizens.
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.
Adaejah T. Hodge becomes 1st VI athlete on Bowerman’s Watch List
DOUGLASVILLE, Georgia, USA- Adaejah T. Hodge has become the first athlete from the Virgin Islands (VI) to be named on the Bowerman’s Women Watch List.
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.
‘NDP will not put wool over our eyes’- Claude O. Skelton-Cline
BAUGHERS BAY, Tortola, VI - Social and political commentator Pastor Claude O. Skelton-Cline believes the National Democratic Party (NDP) is regrouping for the upcoming general elections, but he has raised concerns about the future leadership of His Majesty's Loyal Opposition.
Preservation of Names of Places Act 2001 comes into force 24 years later
ROAD TOWN, Tortola, VI- A piece of legislation that was passed in the Legislative Council on April 12, 2001, and assented to by the then-governor Francis J. Savage on July 10, 2001, finally came into force on March 1, 2026, after the proclamation was published in the Official Gazette by Governor Daniel Pruce on February 28, 2026.
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