On the morning of Thursday, October 17th, the Ad Hoc Committee for the Urgent Enhancement of Virgin Gorda  Health Care, officially presented a petition to the Governor of the Virgin Islands, His Excellency Daniel Pruce at Government House.The petition, signed by over 800 concerned residents and stakeholders, outlines critical issues affecting health care services in Virgin Gorda  and seeks the Governor’s intervention and counsel to find a way forward to address urgent shortcoming...

Premier, and Minister of Finance, Environment, Natural Resources and Climate Change, Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley has stated that there is a need for the active monitoring the Territory’s environment, its water quality and coral reefs.Premier Wheatley while addressing the launch of the ‘Vigilate’, a vessel that will be used for water quality monitoring, urged representatives from various governmental and environmental non-profit organisations to embrace and commit to the jou...

The BVI Airports Authority (the Authority) successfully completed a comprehensive simulation exercise at the Terrance B. Lettsome International Airport on October 10.Managing Director Mr. Kurt Menal said the primary objectives of the exercise was to test the Rescue and Fire Fighting Services (RFFS) procedures, assess the response time of the RFFS, and evaluate the effectiveness of interagency communication and the Incident Command System, along with evaluating the reliability of the airport'...

The British Virgin Islands Football Association (BVIFA) has officially announced the departure of Christopher Kiwomya as the Head Coach of the Senior Men’s National Team. After three years of dedicated service, Coach Kiwomya has stepped down from his role, leaving behind a significant legacy in the evolution of football within the British Virgin Islands.Since joining the team, Coach Kiwomya has been a pivotal force in the team’s growth, leading them to a series of notable achiev...

The Premier of the Virgin Islands, Dr. the Honourable Natalio Wheatley, has once again abused his power to circumvent established committees, and regulations to ensure his wishes are carried out. The Government and Miss BVI Committee has established that they would no longer provide a car to the winner of Miss BVI annually, except in cases of special year celebration i.e every five (5) years.  They certainly agreed that the prize of a car should be reserved for the winner of the 70th E...

A massive overnight fire has consumed several vehicles. The fire is said to have occurred on the back of Island Department Store in Duffs Bottom.   It is believed that the vehicles belong to the Tortola Auto Group (TAG). This information has not yet been confirmed by the company.  Firefighters were on the scene and have contained the fire. Guavaberry Media will bring you further details as they unfold. 

The Government of the Virgin Islands has announced a week-long National Celebration in honour of The Right Honourable Dame Janice M. Pereira on the occasion of her retirement from the Eastern Caribbean Supreme Court as Chief Justice.The celebrations themed, ‘Celebrating our Radiant Daughter: A Journey from the Virgin Islands to the Privy Council’, are also being held on her recent appointment to His Majesty’s Most Honourable Privy Council.The celebrations, which will run from O...

There is a chink in the armour of state.  Two ministers (we wonder if they are rogue) have broken ranks with the Premier on a planned party for which, so far, over $200K has already, silently, disappeared from the state treasury.  A long letter was written by a third minister in protest but only the two exhibited the courage to lodge their dissatisfaction with the people.The financial stewardship is questionable given that the government is struggling to balance its 2025 budget es...

Seven (7) Air Traffic Control Officers at the British Virgin Islands Airports Authority (the Authority) have completed the Aeronautical Meteorology Observer Training Course with a one hundred percent pass rate.The course was a specialised training program to ensure that the Authority continues to meet international standards in aviation safety and operational efficiency and was conducted in collaboration with the Caribbean Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (CIMH).Officer in Charge, Mrs. Dia...

The New Horizon Guidance and Counselling Unit will engage in several activities aimed at choosing respect for Anti-Bullying Week 2024.Primary School Counsellor Mrs. Sharon Leonard said bullying in the Territory must end and is encouraging students to trust adults and get the necessary assistance that they may need.Mrs. Leonard said the week of activities will be observed from October 14 to 18 under the theme, “Choose Respect”. She said the theme was chosen as a result of consultation...

As first reported by our media house, the Government of the Virgin Islands is partnering with a local promotion company, now identified as YOLO promotions, to bring Vybz Kartel to the BVI. The date announced is March 2025 for the annual Black On Black event. Our understanding is that the Artist’s fee is some half a million dollars, with the Government covering the full quarter million dollar deposit to sign the Artist. Images and videos released over the past few days show Steve Paril...

Information reaching our newsroom is that a second male Teacher at the Elmore Stoutt High School is now under investigation for molesting a female student.The details are unclear, however, we understand the Teacher has been sent on leave. Our newsroom reached out to the Police who have confirmed that a second incident is under investigation, and that a press release will be forthcoming. Just a few weeks ago, at the opening of the school year, our media house reported an incident involv...

The Royal Virgin Islands Police Force (RVIPF) has charged J’Quoi Lloyd, 26, of The Valley, Virgin Gorda, with drug-related offenses, including Possession of a Controlled Drug with Intent to Supply to Another and Untrue Declaration and Importation of a Controlled Drug.The charges follow a joint operation between RVIPF officers and Customs officials at the Road Town Ferry Terminal on September 9, 2024. During routine inspections, a quantity of suspected cannabis was recovered from a package ...

Chairman Delma Maduro and Director of Tourism Clive McCoy sat in silence

You can tell a lot about a lady by the way she keeps her home.  And based on its condition, you may choose to make some rational decisions.  Will you accept an offer of food or drink?  Would you allow carnal knowledge to be shared?  Will you return?His Majesty’s loyal Opposition has been plaguing the government about the unkempt state of the Territory for some time and so have we.The failing infrastructure is outstanding; Healthcare which can bankrupt any governmen...

The Government of the Virgin Islands is committed to enhancing the Territory’s Road infrastructure and has completed works on the East End Road on Jost Van Dyke.Construction work included the installation of a new drainage system, a large gabion retaining wall and the restoration of the road itself. Minister for Communications and Works, Honourable Kye M. Rymer stated that these road improvement initiatives align with the Government’s vision of "Building a Better Road Netwo...

The Office of Gender Affairs hosted two one-day The Office of Gender Affairs hosted two one-day workshops on Gender Mainstreaming/ Analysis for gender focal points in government organisations and statutory bodies.The main aim of the workshop was to advance gender awareness across the Virgin Islands and equip gender focal points with fundamental tools for gender analysis and gender mainstreaming.Participants were also engaged in practical group exercises in gender analysis utilising gender and se...

Public and private schools across the Territory will engage in activities aimed at encouraging students to develop a love for reading when the Territory observe Reading is Fun Week 2024.Education Officer with the responsibility for English, Mrs. Janice George-Harris says the week will be observed from October 7 to 11 under the theme, “Reading Transforms You”.Mrs. George-Harris said, “The public is also invited to find time to read and share excerpts from books with other p...

The Government of the Virgin Islands has appointed five members to the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprise (MSME) Grant Selection Committee. This committee will oversee the MSME Grant Programme, which aims to provide financial support to local small businesses, stimulate innovation, create jobs, and foster sustainable economic growth.Following a formal application process and subsequent Cabinet approval, the appointments became effective on October 1, 2024. The newly appointed committee members ...

Information reaching our newsroom indicates that the Premier and Minister for Finance, the Honourable Dr. Natalio Wheatley, is gearing up to spend close to one million dollars to bring Vybz Kartel to the BVI. We understand that he is working closely with a prominent local promoter. The Premier has come under heavy fire for what appears to be constant mismanagement of the Territory’s funds, most recently funding a failed million dollar music festival earlier this year. He has been dubb...