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TCI: Over 500 visitors flock to first leg of Vector Control Awareness Month Fair
#Providenciales, May 9, 2019 – Turks and Caicos – Students and teachers and others who attended the Vector Control Awareness Month Fair walked away thoroughly educated due to the informative and interactive expo put on by the Environmental Health Department and its partners.
“The planning phase was about nine months and I told them I wanted something that was going to be better than what we have been doing over the last two to three years, so they came up with this and we had the support from the Ministry and all of our other stakeholders,” shared Kenrick Neely, Environmental Health Director.
From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. there was a steady stream of residents to the Gus Lightbourne Gym who came to learn about vector control efforts, the players in the industry and what role they individually play in reducing the negative impact of vector agents.
In the Turks and Caicos, more commonly the focus is on reducing rodents, fleas, ticks, flies, roaches and the most troublesome of all, mosquitoes.
From an art and craft area where children learned while constructing rat and mosquito head-wear, to a spot for learning about and collecting mosquito-eating guppie fish for water tanks; to an on-site mini-laboratory where you could get an up-close look at dead roaches and mosquitoes; to learning about the equipment and materials the Environmental Health Department uses to keep mosquito populations down… it was an outstanding experience according to those to whom Magnetic Media spoke.
Oseta Jolly Primary student, Sharif O’Brien articulately commented: “I think the government did a good job hosting this, because I really learned a lot and I can share with my classmates what I know about the mosquitoes and the vectors etc.…” the ten-year-old continued with a response to our question on what was the most intriguing factoid of the day for her.
“How something so small could have such a big effect on your body, like a mosquito. I was really surprised about that!”
A theatre setting featured a mini-movie edited by the EHD team; the star of the flick was the ‘rat’ and the focus was on the magnitude of a rat problem; we learned that a male and female rodent can breed their 15,000 offspring in a lifetime together. There was also a movie on the mosquito.
The Department of Agriculture, Parkway Pest Control and Truly Nolen (pest control) were a part of the expo with advice for home and business owners and naturally, the very curious children who attended with their teachers.
Pretty ideas for patios to keep mosquitoes at bay and three hilarious mascots were also at the Vector Control Awareness Month Fair; namely a Rat, a Fly and a Mosquito.
Students were thrilled to take photos with the trio of vector agents and to walk away with fly swatters, prizes from games set up at the fair, reusable shopping bags, plants and larvae eating fish.
Next stop for the Vector Control Awareness Month fair is South Caicos on Monday; North and Middle Caicos next Tuesday and Wednesday and dates for Salt Cay and Grand Turk are to be announced, said Kenrick Neely, Environmental Health Director.
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Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands – May 14th, 2024 – The Turks and Caicos Islands Government and Molo Hotel Group reached a pivotal juncture on Monday, May 13th, 2024, with the ceremonial signing of a development agreement at the Premier’s Office on Providenciales. The agreement, which received official Cabinet approval on March 13th, 2024, signifies a steadfast commitment to advancing the economic landscape of the Turks and Caicos Islands.
Molo Hotel Group is a family-owned business, renowned for its distinguished portfolio of high-quality hotels worldwide. The
development initiative encompasses the construction of three distinct IHG branded hotels: InterContinental Turks and Caicos, Kimpton Turks and Caicos and Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos. Scheduled for completion by 2027, each resort boasts a distinctive design from luxury to laidback sophistication spanning across the shores of Grace Bay Beach.
Kimpton Turks and Caicos – an epitome of luxury lifestyle living, will feature 192 guest rooms including three outdoor pools, a luxury spa and a fitness center. Additionally, seven dining options ranging from a beachfront restaurant to a rooftop bar.
Adjacent to the Kimpton, InterContinental Turks and Caicos will offer 59 classic luxury suites with panoramic ocean views. Mirroring its counterpart, this resort will offer an array of dining options and upscale facilities.
Steps away from the Intercontinental and Kimpton resorts, Hotel Indigo Turks and Caicos will embrace a sense of community and contemporary elegance, offering 56 bedrooms. The resort will feature an onsite restaurant, lobby bar, outdoor pool, and fitness room.
Beyond the realm of hospitality, this development agreement underscores the government’s commitment to fostering economic growth and enhancing employment opportunities in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Molo is partnering with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College (TCICC) to actively promote hospitality as a career choice and support in developing training programs, career fairs, seminars, workshops, and events to raise awareness about hospitality careers. Molo has committed to provide employment and apprentice opportunities to TCICC students and provide mentoring and practical on property training to students.
The signing event was graced by Hon. Charles Washington Missick, Premier of the Turks and Caicos Islands, Hon. Jamell Robinson, Deputy Premier, Hon. Kyle Knowles, Minister of Public Safety and Utilities, Hon. Rachel Taylor, Minister of Education, Youth, Sports and Culture, Łukasz and Marcin Slominski, Owners of Molo, Ross Morrow, Managing Director Molo, Arik Kono, Vice President Upscale Development for IHG, Dr. Candice Williams, President and CEO of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Angela Musgrove, InvestTCI CEO, Dr. Barbara Ambrister, Chairperson of the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Dr. Delores Stapleton- Harris, Vice President of Academic, Vocational and Student Affairs for the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College, Mr. Kevin Baxter, Dean of Technical Vocational Education Training (TVET) and Sheryl McLaughlin, InvestTCI Investment Services Executive.
Commenting on the development agreement, Premier, Hon. Misick, stated “The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing of
IHG/Molo Hotels is a significant step towards a sustainable future for hospitality in the Turks and Caicos Islands. Three hotels, Kimpton, Intercontinental, and Hotel Indigo, will be introduced, enhancing our tourism product and creating employment opportunities.”
He further added, “Partnerships with the Turks and Caicos Islands Community College and Turks and Caicos Islands Sports Commission are underway, demonstrating the Government’s commitment to developing human capital and elevating tourism offerings. This project will bring economic growth, embrace local talent, and enrich our economy.”
Additionally, Mrs. Angela Musgrove, CEO of Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, emphasized “This collaboration confirms our commitment to fostering economic growth and prosperity within our country. We have worked closely with Molo Hotel Group, and we are confident that this transformative project will further position the Turks and Caicos Islands as a premier destination for travel and investment. Much to our delight, it will also provide opportunities for engagement with our Community College and small business community.”
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands, operating through its primary Investment Promotion
Agency, Invest Turks and Caicos Islands, remains committed to attracting and facilitating Foreign Direct Investments to the country by providing a comprehensive suite of services. Through strategic initiatives and targeted promotion, the agency catalyzes sustainable development, driving innovation and small business opportunities across various sectors of the economy.
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