The Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (Commission) is pleased to share that it participated in the 40th Annual CANTO Conference and Trade Exhibition, held from July 12 to 17, 2025, in Nassau, The Bahamas.
The Government of the Virgin Islands (GoVI or the "Purchaser") acting through the Ministry of Education, Youth Affairs & Sports (MEYAS) invites tenders for supplying School Supplies for Public Primary Schools for 2025 - 2026 Academic Year, located at Road Town, Tortola, British Virgin Islands.
The Virgin Islands is observing Caribbean Mosquito Awareness Week from May 12–16 under the theme “Small Bite, Big Threat – Stop Disease Transmission, Start Source Reduction.” Residents are urged to eliminate standing water to prevent mosquito-borne diseases like dengue, chikungunya, and Zika. The Environmental Health Division emphasizes community involvement in mosquito control and will host educational activities, including an art and poetry competition and outreach events, to promote public awareness and action.
Cultural Thursday returned to Carrot Bay on May 15th with a special Mother’s Day edition themed “A Mother’s Soirée, The Cultural Way,” celebrating Virgin Islands heritage through food, music, and community activities. The event featured the debut of farm tours at Aukie’s Farm, offering guests a scenic hike and a look at local agriculture, followed by a Mother’s Day Happy Hour showcasing traditional cuisine. The evening continued with music by DJ Shadow and Just The Music Band, and a “Mommy and Me” scavenger hunt. Organisers and local leaders praised the event’s fusion of culture, agriculture, and family celebration.
A Mock Sitting was held today at the Eileen L. Parsons Auditorium in Paraquita Bay, marking a significant event in the ongoing 75th Anniversary celebrations of the restoration of the Virgin Islands Legislature.
Five secondary students have learned to apply their scientific understanding in the Virgin Islands as part of the Department of Disaster Management’s summer programme.
The Government of the Virgin Islands, through the Ministry of Health and Social Development, is inviting tenders from suitably qualified and reputable local companies for the management and maintenance of the North Sound Public Cemetery in Virgin Gorda.
The Ministry of Health and Social Development has secured a USD 250,000 grant from the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS), supported by Direct Relief, under the Enhancing Health Infrastructure and Resilience Project (EHIR). The funds will help improve health infrastructure to address climate change-related health challenges. The project will fund the installation of standby backup power at six health centres, upgrade cold storage for vaccines and medical supplies, and install an oxygen generation plant at the Dr. D. Orlando Smith hospital. This initiative aims to ensure reliable health services during emergencies and improve medical supply sustainability. The project is expected to conclude by the end of April.
The Water and Sewerage Department has launched an online payment portal, allowing customers to pay their bills conveniently. Announced by Minister Kye M. Rymer, the portal offers 24/7 access, dual payment options, and secure account management. Customers can register starting February 1 and are encouraged to provide an email address for billing updates. The project was supported by several stakeholders, including the Department of Information Technology, Banco Popular, and Smarter Commerce. The portal is part of the government's effort to modernize public services and improve utility payment processes.
The Department of Waste Management is celebrating the creativity and commitment of persons who work to enhance public spaces across the Virgin Islands.