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CIG Begins Transition of Public Health Unit to Strengthen National Public Health System
Government has begun moving the Public Health Unit from the Health Services Authority (HSA) to the Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability (MHES),

Finance Minister Meets With Cayman-Based Regional Parametric Insurer
Minister for Finance and Economic Development Hon. Rolston Anglin and members of his senior management team met earlier this month with representatives from the board of CCRIF SPC – formerly known as the Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility

NCFC Government Announces Landmark Environmental and Infrastructure Commitments
The Cayman Islands Government today announced a series of significant policy decisions that bolster environmental preservation, community infrastructure, and support long-term economic resilience.

Preparing for Opportunity in a Changing Economy
Caymanians have always had a global outlook. From generations of seafarers who carried the Islands’ name across the world, to today’s students pursuing degrees abroad, that spirit of reaching beyond our shores has been central to who we are and to how Cayman has grown. But in a rapidly evolving economy, the path from education to meaningful employment is no longer as straightforward as it once was.

A National Celebration of Caymanian Identity, Culture and History
The Ministry of Youth, Sports, Culture and Heritage is pleased to announce the inaugural observance of Heritage Month, to be celebrated from 1–31 May 2026 across the Cayman Islands.

Jovanna Ebanks Wright Wins Coveted Employee of the Year Award
Elation filled the room as Jovanna Ebanks Wright, Principal of the Sir John A Cumber Primary School, was named the Cayman Islands Government (CIG) Employee of the Year for 2025. Mrs Wright was given the top civil servant award at a ceremony held at the Kimpton Seafire Resort on Thursday, 16 April, in front of top government officials, civil servants and loved ones.
Immigration Legislation & Regulations Commence 1 May 2026
Cabinet has approved the commencement orders for amendments to the Act, following their passage in Parliament in December 2025 and March 2026. The amendments will come into force on 1 May, alongside the approval of the accompanying Regulations which are now published and available to the public.

Minister Rankine Honoured at Commonwealth Youth Summit
Minister for Youth, Sports, Culture & Heritage, Hon. Isaac Rankine was recognised on the final night of the Commonwealth Youth Development Summit 2026, receiving the "Commonwealth Award for Youth Impact,
No Approved Bus Fare Increase, Directive Issued to Operators
The Ministry of Planning, Lands, Agriculture, Housing & Infrastructure advises the public that no increase in public bus fares has been approved by the Cabinet of the Cayman Islands.