Education
February 7, 2024
Staff Absence at St Giles Primary School Causes Concern for Parents
Discover the latest update on St Giles Primary School, where numerous staff members were absent due to illness. Ministry of Education confirms student supervision remains a top priority.
February 6, 2024
CIBC Caribbean Donates $425,000 to Support Barbados Defence Force and Caribbean Science Foundation
As CIBC Caribbean rebrands, the bank donates $425,000 to support the Barbados Defence Force's Field Hospital and the Caribbean Science Foundation's youth-focused programs. (PR)
February 2, 2024
University of the West Indies Medical Alumni Association (UWIMAA) Achieves Fundraising Goal of $1.5 Million for Endowment
The University of the West Indies Medical Alumni Association (UWIMAA) has reached its fundraising goal of $1.5 million to establish an endowment, primarily providing scholarships to medical students and supporting The UWI Faculties of Medical Sciences.
February 2, 2024
Graydon Sealy Secondary School Wins Enterprise Challenge and $2,000 Prize
The Graydon Sealy Secondary School won the Enterprise Challenge, a competition by the Prince’s Trust and the Barbados Youth Business Trust. Their business club students excelled by applying their knowledge in a simulated business environment.
February 1, 2024
Former SJPI Students Awarded Minister's Award of Maritime Excellence for 2023
"Former SJPI students Richard Carter and Jadun Clarke awarded Minister's Award of Maritime Excellence for their outstanding performances in the Marine Diesel Engineering diploma program. They will receive a monetary prize and participate in a six-month internship at Barbados Port Inc."
February 1, 2024
University of the West Indies (UWI), Cave Hill Campus Strike Impacts On-Site Teaching; Moves Classes Online
"The strike at UWI Cave Hill Campus is impacting on-site teaching with locked classrooms and bathrooms. Classes are now online as WIGUT continues teaching amid a salary increase protest."
January 31, 2024
University of the West Indies Cave Hill Staff Demand Payment and Protest Lack of Funds
"University of the West Indies Cave Hill staff continue strike until payment is received. Support from Barbados Workers' Union and students. 200+ workers involved."
January 31, 2024
Digital Transformation in Agriculture: Challenges and Opportunities in Barbados
Disclaimer: The author expresses the need for agricultural technology integration in Barbados, highlighting the challenges faced by subsistence farming and limited education. Investment in technology is crucial for sector growth.
January 30, 2024
Frustrated Cave Hill Campus Staff at University of the West Indies Initiate Industrial Action Over Payment Delays
Frustrated staff at Cave Hill Campus of University of the West Indies are taking industrial action due to continuous payment delays. The Barbados Workers' Union is officially supporting the action.
January 30, 2024
Barbados Wins Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals at the 2024 Caribbean STEM Olympiads
Barbados secured gold, silver, and bronze medals in the 2024 Caribbean STEM Olympiads. The event, hosted by the Caribbean Science Foundation, included competitions in Math, Coding, and Robotics.
January 29, 2024
Barbados Secures Gold, Silver, and Bronze Medals at Caribbean STEM Olympiads
Barbados finishes fourth in the Caribbean STEM Olympiads, winning gold, silver, and bronze medals in Math, Coding, and Robotics across different age levels. Full story in Monday's Epaper.
January 29, 2024
Barbados Royals Girls Cricket Club Launches Inaugural Season with Free Membership
The Barbados Royals Girls Cricket Club offers free membership for girls aged 6-14 in their inaugural season, with training sessions on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. Supported by cricket royalty and co-funded by the Barbados Royals and Bat For a Chance.