PHOTO OF THE DAY: Hon Kye M. Rymer on sticks @ Emancipation Day Parade
Those in attendance and watching live could not escape the Minister for Communications and Works and Representative for District 5, Hon Kye M. Rymer, who was the star of the parade as he led a troop on sticks usually referred to as ‘Moko Jumbies’.
The Representative partnered with the BVI Optimum Sky Dancers, who have been around for years, showing that he was of the people, by the people and unafraid to be a stilt walker for a few hours.
Other politicians were in parade
Minister Rymer, who is labelled as the ‘GQ Minister’ for his high fashion, danced the parade route with the group as he demonstrated that he can ‘bust a move’, while other elected officials participated in the parade on the Virgin Islands Party (VIP) float led by the Premier and Party Chairman, Dr the Honourable Natalio D. Wheatley (R7).
Also particiapating was Hon Lorna G. Smith OBE (AL), the Junior Minister for Financial Services, Trade and Economic Development. She showed that she still has what it takes- the energy and stamina, however, maybe because Minister Rymer was up so high no one could have missed him in all his grand splendour.
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27 Responses to “PHOTO OF THE DAY: Hon Kye M. Rymer on sticks @ Emancipation Day Parade”
He is a wonderful guy and likeable and spending lots of time with his people. He is way over his head though and spending his time being his normally friendly self while both Communications and Works suffer thoughout the country. Wish he would finish the Complex. It would help us save a lot of rent moneys from leaving the Treasury.
“Budget”- an estimate of income and expenditure for a set period of time.
So whilst we cannot get everything we want/ need, we are happy and grateful that we have a District Rep who is always excited to be rooted in culture and around his people.
On that note, did you check out his video when he did the cassava bread???
Let’s be honest: yes, our roads need attention. Potholes are frustrating, and they affect our daily lives. But the truth is, the work of repairing them didn’t stop because the Minister joined the parade. Governance is not a one-day sprint, it’s a long-term, continuous process. The Ministry wasn’t waiting for August Monday to pass before starting; the planning, budgeting, and contracting for road works are already in motion.
What the Minister did on parade day wasn’t about ignoring responsibilities, it was about embracing another important duty: connecting with the people he serves. Being visible in the community, sharing in its joy, and standing shoulder to shoulder with residents is a vital part of leadership. It reminds us that our leaders are human, not just job titles. They are part of our culture, our traditions, and our shared history.
Celebration and responsibility are not mutually exclusive, in fact, they complement each other. Leaders who understand the heart of the community are better positioned to serve it. When the music stops and the costumes are put away, the work continues, often strengthened by the unity and goodwill moments like August Monday create.
So, let’s allow our leaders (Kye and Lorna) and ourselves the grace to both dance and work. Fixing potholes matters. So does celebrating who we are. After all, building a stronger BVI isn’t just about asphalt and concrete, it’s about the spirit that binds us together and the freedom to celebrate who we are.
Look how down to earth he is, you will never see Myron Ronnie or Mitch on sticks them to highty tighty
So why can’t we do the same for our own Moko Jumbie Minister?