“Where are the local artists?”, This question is not simply about visibility. It’s about structure and law. And more precisely, it is about whether Turks and Caicos has fully come to terms with what it means to exist within the global framework of intellectual property while still failing to execute it locally. The absence of local artists in major developments is not an accident of taste. It is the predictable outcome of a system that recognizes rights in theory but struggle

Traffic at a Breaking Point Traffic in Providenciales has reached what many residents now describe as “Titan‑sized” proportions. What was once a mild inconvenience has become a daily ordeal, stretching commutes, fraying tempers, and sparking a wave of public frustration. Across social media, radio call‑ins, and letters to the editor, the message is the same: something must change. Several ideas have surfaced. Some residents call for a proper mass‑transit bus system, financed

The road situation in the Turks and Caicos Islands needs urgent attention, but the approach to solving it must be professional, practical, and based on proper planning. Bennett Williams Traffic is now one of the biggest everyday challenges facing residents, especially in Providenciales, and it cannot be addressed through guesswork or rushed decision-making. If the country is serious about improving the situation, then the process must begin with accurate data, careful anal

Turks and Caicos has spent the last decade racing upward—cranes on skylines, hotels rising from sand, and tourism numbers that would make any regional competitor jealous. But beneath the glitter of growth lies a quieter truth: the people who build, clean, cook, drive, and keep this economy alive have far less power, protection, and predictability than the industries they sustain. The question is no longer whether TCI needs a workers’ union. The question is whether we can affo

The recent performance of the Turks and Caicos Islands team at the CARIFTA Games is deserving of recognition and applause. Anthony Gardiner The team’s efforts on the regional stage reflect both dedication and promise, and special commendation must be given to the athletes who proudly represented the country. The three medals won at the 2026 Games marks a positive step forward for athletics in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The country has two Olympians, including Delano Wi

Thoughts, Prayers and Poems... Hi, my name is Chrystal Charles, and I am a Voice of Turks and Caicos. This, being the first of multiple series, is a body of expression that has been accumulated over many years that I’ve decided to share. This series will be called, Thoughts, Prayers and Poems. Here’s a Prayer of mine…. A Prayer for Fearlessness God… Heavenly Father You who formed me, You who breathed courage into my bones If You have not given us a spirit of fear, Why do we

If you drive just 200 meters down Good Book Road, off Millennium Highway, you’ll find two buildings that say more about the state of our country than any policy document ever could. They are half‑finished, half‑abandoned, and yet fully occupied. Families live inside. Businesses operate from them. And for more than a decade, no one from the Physical Planning Department has intervened. This is not a hidden corner. It is surrounded by new construction.Which means the truth is

If confidence alone could fix a country, Savitri Daniels would have solved everything in a single argument. Unfortunately, governing requires more than dramatic tone and sweeping claims. It requires facts, discipline, and a basic respect for evidence, all of which are in short supply with her. Daniels doesn’t just raise concerns. She unloads them with the certainty of someone presenting a case already proven. Ministers are failing. The country is slipping. Leadership is abs

The Turks and Caicos Islands is being asked to accept one of the largest borrowing exercises in our history—$370.4 million in new debt—at the same time the government has committed to a $400 million airport redevelopment that will not involve borrowing, public share offerings, or citizen participation. Photo Courtesy: Outlook Travel This represents a profound shift in how national development will be financed, who will bear the risks, and who will benefit from the returns.

And the Five‑Year Roadmap to Finally Achieve It Readers, by now you’ve seen the headlines. Both the Premier and the Deputy Governor have expressed deep concern about the standard of service delivered to the public. They want to see a “marked improvement.” The question is: improvement toward what? What does excellence actually look like in a modern public service? Before we talk about fixing anything, we must first define the Gold Standard . Only then can we build a serious,

There is an old saying: “We are not required to complete the job, but neither are we free to abandon it.” It is a reminder that nation-building is not a sprint, not a single administration’s burden, and certainly not a matter of political convenience. It is the work before all of us — citizens and leaders alike. In February 2021, the Progressive National Party presented A Citizen’s Contract , a sweeping manifesto that promised transformation across every sector of national l

Providenciales has a traffic problem. Not a mild inconvenience, not a seasonal annoyance—an everyday, three-times-a-day gridlock that has become part of the island’s identity. Yet, strangely, one of the simplest, most proven solutions used across the Caribbean remains completely absent from our shores: water taxis. Example of a regional water taxi system in operation. Photo Source: Epic Water Taxi Bonaire If you’ve ever visited Freeport, Grand Bahama, you know exactly how sea

An Op-Ed by Paladin In an article published on January 31, 2026, in a local newspaper, it was reported that Premier Hon. Missick received approval to establish the first Mortgage Company in the Turks and Caicos Islands. The company will be initially financed with $20 million from the TCI Government. This is undeniably a step in the right direction. However, we must ask a more important question: Is it the best step in that direction? One of the inherent limitations of a

An Op-Ed by Paladin Invest Turks and Caicos has launched a new Fisheries Pilot Programme to help local fisherfolk transition from survival-based practices to sustainable, profit-generating businesses. Eighteen participants across the islands are receiving up to $50,000 each in funding, along with technical training and business coaching to improve record keeping, financial management, and operations. The pilot is backed by $1 million in Cabinet-approved funding and aims to st

Why Local Investment Matters Now More Than Ever An Op-Ed By Salik Garland Invest Turks and Caicos For decades, Providenciales has been the main driver of economic growth in the Turks and Caicos Islands. What was once a quiet island has grown into one of the Caribbean’s leading tourism and investment destinations. Foreign investment has played a major role in this transformation. Salik Garland International developers have built luxury resorts, modern marinas, high-end vil

Voices from the Streets Part 62 By Nixon Dickenson Nickson Dickenson (left) share a photo moment with Makhi Butterfield In this week's Voices from the Streets, I am excited to share the perspective of Makhi Butterfield, a young man with a bright future. At just 20 years old, Makhi works as a security guard at JAGS McCartney International Airport. However, his eyes are set on the skies, he aspires to become a pilot and understands that “the journey of a thousand miles begin

An Op-Ed by Hon. Jameka Williams For too long, the topic of independence has been treated like something dangerous, tiptoed around, avoided, and kept in the shadows by those who fear the responsibility that comes with it. But with the realities unfolding in our country today, silence is no longer an option. Our political climate demands honesty, courage, and a serious conversation about the direction we want these islands to take. Jameka Williams Everywhere we turn, we se

An Op-Ed by Hezron Henry In Caribbean island states shaped by centuries of extraction, spectacle, and displacement, calls to “support local culture” are often mentioned with good intentions but little depth. At worst, they’re gestures: buying handcrafted items, attending a festival, tasting the local food. Yet when considered through the frameworks offered by Antonio Benítez-Rojo in “The Repeating Island” and the exhibition “Tropical Is Political: Caribbean Art Under the

An Open Letter to the TCI Governor and the TCI Integrity Commission I struggled for days contemplating whether or not I should write this article. I told myself to let it go, to move on quietly, as so many of us are expected to do when the system fails us. Sabrina Elizabeth Green, Translator & Founder, ProLingo Solutions Ltd., Turks and Caicos Islands In speaking out we often fear ridicule, victimization, being labelled as troublemakers or even worst, blackballed all togeth

Writer Nixon Dickenson (right) is pictured here with Tavares Rolle Voices from the Streets Article 58 By Nixon Dickenson In this...