Global Startup Ecosystem (GSE): Haiti Tech Summit Edition
Access the August edition of the Haiti Tech Summit Stakeholder Dialogues TODAY AT 11AM EST here. August CEO Corner Newsletter Hi Everyone! My team and I wrapped up a full mid-year business and branding review, and the results have me beyond excited….
Building Resilient Blue Communities Through Social Enterprise
In this week’s news, Small Island Developing States (SIDS) can strengthen Blue Economies by empowering coastal communities in policy, conservation, and innovation, and Saint Kitts and Nevis receives 5 bids in geothermal production drilling tender after #GSIS2025. Plus, applications are still open for…
Caribbean Climate Experts Confirm 2024 as Warmest Year on Record
From UWI The UWI Regional Headquarters, Jamaica W.I. Wednesday, August 27, 2025—Caribbean climate scientists, led by researchers from The University of the West Indies (The UWI), have confirmed that 2024 was the warmest year on record for the region since…
Enterprise Cayman Launches New Training Pathways to Equip Caymanians for Tech Sector Career Opportunities and Advancement
By Deajra Tulloch Self-paced, internationally recognised certifications designed for today’s workforce. George Town, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands (28 August 2025) – Cayman Enterprise City’s Enterprise Cayman initiative has announced the launch of its new Pathways in Tech programme, which is designed to provide…
The UWI Global Campus Student Awarded APIC Scholarship for Short Study Programme at Sophia University, Japan
Christopher Beason and Miri Asano (APIC Japan) Office of the Campus Registrar. Jamaica W.I. Wednesday, August 27, 2025—The Association for the Promotion of International Cooperation (APIC), Japan, in partnership with The University of the West Indies (The UWI) offered one…
Caribbean-Japan Partnership Advances Agenda for Resilient Prosperity
From OECS Communications The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission, in collaboration with the Sasakawa Peace Foundation (SPF) of Japan, successfully convened the first Caribbean Regional Dialogue on August 21–22, 2025, under the theme Advancing Resilient Prosperity in the Caribbean. Hosted at…
Fundraising drive raises $5 million for Jamaican Museum in Atlanta
By Dawn Plummer From Caibbean Life Photo Getty Images The mission of the Jamaican Museum and Cultural Center (JMCC) is to investigate, compile, and document Jamaica’s history from its genesis through its struggles. On Sunday, August 24, 2025, in the vibrant…
US Coast Guard Vessel to Make Port Visit to Grand Cayman
The United States Coast Guard vessel, ‘Diligence’, is scheduled to make a port visit to George Town, Grand Cayman, for crew rest and recuperation between Friday, 29 August and Monday, 1 September. It will be a routine port visit focused…
Cayman Chamber seeks volunteers for youth programmes
Junior Achievement – Company of the year Tote Ally.ky Calling Cayman’s Leaders: Help Shape the Future Through Mentoring and Youth Empowerment George Town, Cayman Islands – 27 August 2025The Cayman Islands Chamber of Commerce is issuing a heartfelt call to…
LA28 unveils Impact and Sustainability Plan, charting a uniquely Californian legacy for the Games
27 August 2025 – Los Angeles 2028 has released its Impact and Sustainability Plan, presenting a vision of Olympic and Paralympic Games shaped by the city’s spirit of reinvention and resilience. Guided by the city’s recovery from devastating wildfires and inspired by its…
