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12/08/2025

Never far from the centre of discussion, especially in recent years, the issue of independence for the British Virgin Islands is trending again in the territory’s political discourse.

Premier Dr Natalio Wheatley has been addressing the issue, most recently in an address for the BVI’s Emancipation celebration - itself a calendar platform for pronouncements on the territory’s constitutional status and future.

However, he has sought to make a distinction between independence from the United Kingdom and self-determination.

BY Staff WriterNever far from the centre of discussion especially in recent years the issue of independence for the British Virgin Islands is trending again in

12/08/2025

The Ministry of Education & Training (MoET), in collaboration with the Department of Education Services (DES), has announced that Layman E. Scott Snr. High School will begin the 2025–2026 academic year with hybrid instruction. This change aims to facilitate the safe completion of asbestos remediation work scheduled to commence at the institution in the coming days.

Hybrid instruction, also known as blended learning, refers to a teaching approach that combines online and in-person learning experiences. It integrates traditional classroom methods with online educational materials and activities, offering students flexibility and a potentially more engaging learning environment.

The Ministry of Education & Training MoET in collaboration with the Department of Education Services DES has announced that Layman E Scott Snr High School will

11/08/2025

With the UK Overseas Territories coming increasingly into the spotlight on a range of British international relations policies and their own relationship with the administering power, Caymanian Times continues to broaden its coverage of these sister territories.

From Anguilla to Turks and Caicos, developments within the 16 OTs alongside policies coming out of London form an umbrella of common interest.

With the UK Overseas Territories coming increasingly into the spotlight on a range of British international relations policies and their own relationship with t

11/08/2025

The Department of Tourism recently hosted UK journalist and podcaster Hannah Ajala as part of its Visiting Journalist Program, which brings journalists from the islands’ source markets to experience the destination and drive international coverage.

Ms Ajala is an international journalist currently specialising in podcasts for organisations like the BBC and CBC. Featured topics include women’s empowerment, culture and art, fashion and music, current affairs, and most recently, true crime.

She posted on her Instagram page: “What began as a professional invitation to the Cayman Islands unfolded into something deeper: a celebration of sisterhood, sunshine, and soft adventure. Grateful for the joy, the journey, and the gentle reminder that work can very much come with enjoyment.”

By Staff WriterThe Department of Tourism recently hosted UK journalist and podcaster Hannah Ajala as part of its Visiting Journalist Program which brings journa

11/08/2025

In a sea of Jamaican flags, campaign paraphernalia and surrounded by hordes of party faithful, Prime Minister Andrew Holness finally disclosed what Jamaicans - and the rest of the region and beyond - have been waiting to hear.

First came the teaser: “I now declare that Nomination Day will be Monday August 18th.”

That was followed by the much-anticipated pronouncement: “And the general election,” he thundered, “the general election date is fixed at Wednesday September 3!”

In a sea of Jamaican flags campaign paraphernalia and surrounded by hordes of party faithful Prime Minister Andrew Holness finally disclosed what Jamaicans and

10/08/2025

Shortly after 5:20PM on Saturday, 9 August, officers responded to a report of a robbery at a business on North Sound Road, George Town, south of the Butterfield roundabout. It was reported that a masked man had entered the store, brandishing what appeared to be a handgun, and demanded cash from the worker there. He then made off in a vehicle with a pouch containing a quantity of cash. No shots were fired and no one was injured during the incident.

Shortly after 520PM on Saturday 9 August officers responded to a report of a robbery at a business on North Sound Road George Town south of the Butterfield roun

08/08/2025

The National Roads Authority (NRA) is pleased to announce

the official opening of a third eastbound lane on Linford Pierson Highway, extending just past

the Lion Centre. This significant infrastructure enhancement marks another key achievement in

the NRA’s commitment to improving traffic efficiency and reduce congestion for Cayman’s

commuters. The third lane eastbound is an interim part of an overall 6 lane (3 in each direction)

design.

The National Roads Authority NRA is pleased to announcethe official opening of a third eastbound lane on Linford Pierson Highway extending just pastthe Lion Cen

07/08/2025

Jamaica’s Kishane Thompson - the world’s fastest man this year – intends to prove that he is the dominant sprinter now.

Thompson races American sprint star Noah Lyles in the 100 metres at the Wanda Diamond League meeting in Silesia, Poland on August 16.

The pair will line up in a long-awaited rematch of their thrilling Olympic 100m final last year in Paris. Lyles claimed gold and Thompson silver despite both clocking 9.79 seconds, Lyles winning after a photo finish by just five thousandths of a second.

A year on from that historic race, the two go head-to-head for the first time since the Olympics at the Kamila Skolimowsa Memorial.

Jamaicas Kishane Thompson the worlds fastest man this year intends to prove that he is the dominant sprinter nowThompson races American sprint star Noah Lyles i

07/08/2025

Eleven Caymanians were recently recognised for their outstanding achievements and contributions on the global stage. The honourees were celebrated at the Cayman Connection 4th annual Making Waves Awards, held on 31 July at the Harquail Theatre. The awards highlight individuals who are making a significant impact in their respective fields while proudly representing the Cayman Islands abroad.

The 2025 awardees are:

Eleven Caymanians were recently recognised for their outstanding achievements and contributions on the global stage The honourees were celebrated at the Cayman

07/08/2025

Our front page for Wednesday August 6th features an initiative by the Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing & Infrastructure (PLAHI) about the national Backyard Garden Program.

Commendations are in order for Hon. Min Johany S. “Jay” Ebanks for leading this drive as a key component towards achieving food security in the Cayman Islands.

This new community-driven effort aimed at increasing household-level food security and sustainable gardening ticks all the right boxes - including the ‘grow-boxes’. It effectively sows the seeds for a fresh approach to the longstanding mantra of ‘growing what we eat and eating what we grow’.

Not only is this initiative timely, it’s also very necessary especially in a world of tariff wars and supply chain disruptions which contribute to higher prices for the essentials we import.

Our front page for Wednesday August 6th features an initiative by the Ministry of Planning Lands Agriculture Housing & Infrastructure PLAHI about the national B

06/08/2025

Spirit Airlines Launches New Weekly Service from Fort Lauderdale to Grand Cayman

Flights from FLL are available at spirit.com at an introductory rate of US$66 and will run 3x weekly starting 4 December 2025

The Cayman Islands is expanding its airlift from Florida with the return of Spirit Airlines nonstop service from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Owen Roberts International Airport (GCM) in Grand Cayman. Beginning 4 December 2025, the route will operate three times a week on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

Spirit Airlines Launches New Weekly Service from Fort Lauderdale to Grand CaymanFlights from FLL are available at spiritcom at an introductory rate of US66 and

05/08/2025

Carnival and culture lovers are spoilt for choice at the moment with multiple celebrations around the Caribbean.

Jamaica is marking its independence achieved on 6 August 1962. Many Caymanians are celebrating too as a huge swathe of the population have strong connections with our neighbours. There is a strong Jamaican presence in the Cayman Islands too.

Jamaicans headed to the Seville Great House and Heritage Park in St Ann’s Bay, on July 31 for the annual free Emancipation Vigil to celebrate the island’s rich cultural heritage by its African ancestors during and following the period of enslavement.

The Emancipation Jubilee celebrated Taino, African, Spanish and English influences through music, drama, food, fashion, dance, faith and history to mark the end of slavery, lasting through the night into Emancipation Day on August 1.

Carnival and culture lovers are spoilt for choice at the moment with multiple celebrations around the CaribbeanJamaica is marking its independence achieved on 6

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