AGP Executive Report

Electoral Boundaries: Governor Jane Owen has appointed the 2026 Electoral Boundary Commission, chaired by Mark Ramkerrysingh, to review Cayman’s 19 constituencies with public consultation and a nine-month deadline. Weather Service Leadership: Chief Meteorologist Kerry Powery becomes Director General of the Cayman Islands National Weather Service, succeeding John Tibbetts. Housing Audit: The Office of the Auditor General’s report on affordable housing (2019–2024) highlights a widening affordability gap; Government says its Public and Affordable Housing Policy and 10-year plan are already underway. Driving Licence Fees: Revised DVDL fee changes take effect 1 September, cutting non-Caymanian licence differentials and adding discounts for longer-term Caymanian licences. Cayman Brac Recycling: DEH relaunched its recycling programme in Cayman Brac. Cayman Captives: Captive Review Cayman Awards 2026 nominations are open (closing 27 Sept). Local Community & Health: DCS launches R.E.A.L. Recovery Month campaign for September; Breast Cancer Foundation names Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as 2026 gala guest speaker. Employment Push: Hello2Hired welcomed 91 Caymanian jobseekers at its second recruitment event. Finance/Industry: Appleby advised Eldorado Drilling on $425m acquisition financing via Nordic bond; Northern Re passed $1bn in in-force premium.

Housing Watch: The Office of the Auditor General says Cayman’s affordable housing access is falling behind demand, with rents and mortgage costs outpacing what residents can afford, and Government pledging continued implementation of its housing reforms. Driving Fees: Revised driving licence fees and Caymanian discounts kick in 1 September 2026 after a review by DVDL and the Planning Ministry. Community Support: The Department of Counselling Services launches September’s R.E.A.L. campaign to promote recovery through small steps and connection. Health & Fundraising: The Breast Cancer Foundation names Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 Annual Gala. Local Business & Jobs: MCEI’s Hello2Hired event connected 91 Caymanian jobseekers with 24 employers, while the Chamber hosts a “Hex Score” wellbeing Lunch & Learn. Finance & Reinsurance: Appleby advises Eldorado Drilling on a US$425m acquisition bond; Northern Re tops US$1bn in in-force premium; Greenlight Capital Re adds a new independent director. Digital Assets: CZR Exchange reports strong CZR Token public-sale demand ahead of an October 1 launch, and Toobit’s HALLU presale sells out fast. Road Safety: RCIPS urges motorists to be extra cautious as schools reopen, focusing on distracted driving and school zones.

Boardroom Moves: Greenlight Capital Re appointed John Welch as an independent director, adding fresh underwriting and actuarial experience to its Cayman-linked board. Crypto & Markets: CZR Exchange says its $CZR public sale sold out fast and is now opening an extra $500,000 allocation ahead of an October 1 launch; Toobit also reports its HALLU presale sold out in just over a minute. Housing Watch: The Auditor General says government affordable-housing efforts haven’t delivered enough value for money, as Cayman faces rising rents and prices; Government counters that reforms are already underway. Driving & Safety: Revised driving licence fees take effect Sept. 1, while RCIPS urges motorists to avoid distractions as schools reopen and school-zone risks rise. Community & Health: The Department of Counselling Services launches R.E.A.L. Recovery Month for September; the Breast Cancer Foundation names Dr. Corrine Ellsworth Beaumont as guest speaker for its 2026 gala. Local Life: UCCI marks 10 years of STEM Summer Camp, and Cayman Brac recycling restarts with new drop-off streams.

Crypto & Cayman Business: Toobit says its HALLU presale on Cayman-linked Launchpad sold out in just over a minute, and it’s now running a HALLU spot trading rewards campaign. Local Employment: The Cayman Islands’ Hello2Hired recruitment drive brought 91 Caymanian jobseekers together with 24 employers across sectors, with Minister Michael Myles calling it a direct route to hiring. STEM for Youth: UCCI marked 10 years of STEM Summer Camp with hands-on robotics, renewable energy, 3D printing and science demos for ages 10–13. Road Safety: RCIPS is urging motorists to avoid distractions as schools reopen, warning about mobile phone offences and heightened risk around school zones and buses. Waste & Recycling (Brac): DEH relaunched recycling on Cayman Brac with drop-off depots and limited streams (PET/HDPE plastics plus metal cans and aluminium), but still no comprehensive pick-up plan. Scams Alert: RCIPS warns of new Google Meet call scams and ongoing Post Office parcel SMS phishing. Media Leadership: Compass Media appointed Pilar Bush as its new publisher, starting 14 September. Financial Services Recognition: Nominations are open for the 2027 National Recognition Awards, with Financial Services as the theme and a 4 October deadline.

Captive Insurance & Finance: Yousif Capital Management’s Dale McCann says a client-first, long-term approach is behind its Captive Review “Investment specialist firm of the year” recognition. Reinsurance & Digital Assets: Oxbridge Re’s team heads to Monte-Carlo’s Rendez-Vous de Septembre as it pushes reinsurance growth plus SurancePlus tokenization and AI infrastructure. Capital Markets (Cayman SPVs): NorthStrive Acquisition Corp I (Cayman exempted company) will let unit holders start separately trading shares, rights and warrants from Sept 2; Southern Cross Acquisition II Corp also closed its $76.5m IPO. Local Governance & Courts: A Cayman court ordered Stingray Tours to pay workers vacation and sick leave after ruling they were employees, not contractors. Road Safety: RCIPS warns drivers to avoid distractions as schools reopen, citing mobile phone offences and school-zone risks. Environment: DEH relaunched recycling on Cayman Brac with drop-offs for PET/HDPE plastics and metal/aluminium, but still no island-wide pick-up plan. Cyber & Scams: RCIPS flags new Google Meet impersonation scams and ongoing parcel SMS phishing. Business & Community: Nominations are open for the 2027 National Recognition Awards (Financial Services theme).

Court & Labour Rights: Stingray Tours has been ordered to pay more than CI$90,000 after a local court ruled workers were employees, not independent contractors, entitling them to vacation and sick leave. Local Politics/Media: Pilar Bush is returning to the Dart Group as publisher at Compass Media, after years in the Office of the Premier. Caymanian Employment: Immigration and Caymanian Employment Minister Michael Myles says “shady” employers are still dodging rules and making local workers uncomfortable, even as Hello2Hired connects jobseekers with employers. Waste & Recycling: Recycling has restarted on Cayman Brac with limited drop-off options (PET/HDPE plastics and metal/aluminium), but residents still have to sort and drive to sites. Road Safety: A motorcycle rider was injured in a crash near Red Bay and later arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified. Youth & Community: Passport2Success cohort 41 graduates celebrated at George Town Yacht Club; Rising Wickets launches a new youth cricket club starting mid-September. STEM Education: UCCI’s 10th STEM Summer Camp wrapped up with hands-on robotics, drones, chemistry and more.

Local Court Ruling: Stingray Tours has been ordered to pay more than CI$90,000 to workers it wrongly treated as independent contractors, after the court found they were employees entitled to vacation and sick leave. Local Governance: Cabinet is still “dragging its feet” on legalising a proposed National Day of Wellness public holiday, even though it was passed unanimously in parliament. Workforce & Business Compliance: Immigration and Caymanian Employment Minister Michael Myles says “shady” employers are still dodging rules and making Caymanians uncomfortable, despite tighter hiring requirements. Waste & Environment: Recycling has relaunched on Cayman Brac, but residents still must sort and drive to drop-off points, with no comprehensive pick-up plan in sight. Community & Youth: Passport2Success cohort 41 graduated 15 young Caymanians, while UCCI’s 10th STEM Summer Camp wrapped up with hands-on science and tech activities. Sports & Culture: A new youth cricket club, Rising Wickets, launches in Cayman with training starting 14 September. Public Safety: A motorcycle rider was injured in a crash near Red Bay roundabout and was arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified. Regional Business: A Dom Rep firm has been revealed as the buyer of Dolphin Cove.

Labour Rights Ruling: Stingray Tours has been ordered to pay more than CI$90,000 to workers the court found were employees, not independent contractors, after they were denied paid vacation and sick leave. Local Politics/Media: Pilar Bush is leaving government posts to become publisher at Compass Media, taking over from Tripp Donnelly at the Dart-owned outlet. Waste & Recycling: Cayman Brac recycling has relaunched with drop-off bins for PET/HDPE plastics and metal cans, but there’s still no comprehensive pick-up plan. Workplace Scrutiny: Employment Minister Michael Myles says “shady” employers are still dodging Caymanian hiring rules and failing to offer proper advancement and training. Education & Inclusion: The CIG is spending $6.5m to expand Sir John A. Cumber Primary with extra Reception space and two autism-specific classrooms. Sports & Youth: A new Rising Wickets youth cricket club launches in Cayman for ages 9–19, with training starting mid-September. Community/Health: The government is also inviting nominations for Older Persons Month Ambassadors for 2026.

Labour Rights Ruling: Stingray Tours has been ordered to pay more than CI$90,000 to workers it wrongly treated as independent contractors, after the court found they were employees entitled to paid vacation and sick leave. Local Politics/Media: Pilar Bush is returning to the Dart Group as publisher at Compass Media, taking over from Tripp Donnelly. Waste & Recycling: Recycling has restarted on Cayman Brac with drop-off bins and limited materials (PET/HDPE plastics plus metal cans and aluminium), but there’s still no island-wide pick-up plan. Public Services: The Cayman Islands Government is spending $6.5m to buy a former nursery school in West Bay to add a Reception class and autism-specific classrooms. Employment & Training: The MCEI’s Hello2Hired event connected 91 Caymanian jobseekers with 24 employers, while the Passport2Success cohort saw 15 young Caymanians graduate. Education/Health: UCCI marked 10 years of STEM Summer Camp, and Hôpital Glengarry added three physicians to its emergency department. Sports/Youth: A new Rising Wickets cricket club launches for ages 9–19 with training starting 14 September. Infrastructure/Security: Port Authority coordinated a specialised offshore ship-to-barge transfer to deliver a logistics vehicle for the Cayman Islands Regiment.

Local Government & Policy Delays: The Cayman Islands Government backed a new National Day of Wellness in Parliament, but Cabinet still hasn’t moved to amend the Public Holidays Act—meaning families may have to wait for the promised extra day off. Environment & Waste: Recycling has returned to Cayman Brac, but residents still must sort and drive to drop-off points; the relaunch covers only PET/HDPE plastics plus metal and aluminium, with no comprehensive pick-up plan in sight. Employment & Workplace Rights: Stingray Tours has been ordered to pay over CI$90,000 after a court ruled workers were employees, not independent contractors, entitling them to vacation and sick leave. Media & Appointments: Pilar Bush is leaving government posts to become publisher at Compass Media, the Dart Group-owned outlet, starting 14 September. Community & Youth: Passport2Success cohort 41 graduates celebrated at George Town Yacht Club; and a new youth cricket club, Rising Wickets, launches 14 September with training after school. Sports & Culture: Cayman Islands gymnasts are set to compete as The Bahamas hosts the 2026 CARIFTA Artistic Gymnastics Championships for the first time. Road Safety: A motorcycle crash near Red Bay roundabout sent the rider to hospital; he was later arrested for driving while disqualified. Business & Tech: SnapTap, an AI all-in-one platform for small businesses, is already used by 500 operators across 10 countries including the Cayman Islands.

Cayman Government & Education: The CIG is buying a former private nursery near Sir John A. Cumber Primary in West Bay for $6.5m to add a Reception class and two autism-specific classrooms, easing growing demand for school places. Local Economy & Jobs: The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration held a Hello2Hired event for 91 jobseekers with 24 employers, while Minister Michael Myles also warned there are still “shady” employers dodging Caymanian hiring rules and failing to offer training and advancement. Health & Policy: Cabinet is still “dragging its feet” on legalising a proposed National Day of Wellness public holiday in October, despite unanimous parliamentary support. Public Safety: A motorcycle rider was injured in a crash near Red Bay roundabout on Hurley Merren Boulevard and was arrested on suspicion of driving while disqualified. Community & Youth: UCCI’s 10th STEM Summer Camp wrapped up, and Passport2Success Cohort 41 graduated 15 young Caymanians at George Town Yacht Club. Sports: Cayman’s U14 boys closed out the CFU Challenge Series with two wins, and a new youth cricket club, Rising Wickets, launches 14 September. International Finance: A report on U.S. Treasury holdings ranks the Cayman Islands among the top foreign holders of U.S. debt.

Local Jobs & Hiring: The Ministry of Caymanian Employment and Immigration held Hello2Hired, bringing 91 Caymanian jobseekers together with 24 employers at the Grand Cayman Marriott, with extra coaching on interviews and résumés. Workplace Accountability: Immigration and Caymanian Employment Minister Michael Myles says “shady” employers are still dodging the rules and making Caymanians feel uncomfortable, even as permit controls tighten. Education & Inclusion: The CIG is buying a former nursery school near Sir John A. Cumber Primary in West Bay for a new Reception class and autism specialist rooms, adding capacity as demand grows. Public Health Holiday: A proposed National Day of Wellness passed in parliament, but Cabinet is still moving slowly on the regulatory steps needed to make it official. Road Safety Tech: The National Roads Authority’s bid process for an integrated traffic management and enforcement system is now with the Public Procurement Committee, while speed-camera plans remain delayed. Youth & Community: CXC officially launched CTEC after a successful modular maths pilot; meanwhile, Rising Wickets kicked off with training starting 14 September and a 10 September info night. Port & Defence Logistics: Port Authority coordinated a specialised offshore ship-to-barge transfer to bring a MAN HX60 logistics vehicle into Grand Cayman for the Cayman Islands Regiment. STEM for Kids: UCCI’s STEM Summer Camp marked its 10th year, running 17–21 August with hands-on robotics, drones, chemistry and more. Older Persons Month: DCFS is inviting nominations for Older Persons Month Ambassadors 2026, recognising Caymanians 65+ for sustained community impact. Digital Crime Fight: RYKI and the CIG announced a partnership to help RCIPS and the Official Receiver securely custody and convert digital assets tied to investigations.

Wellness holiday stalled: The CIG supported a new October “National Day of Wellness” but Cabinet still hasn’t moved to amend the Public Holidays Act schedule, leaving families waiting for the extra day off. Local jobs pushback: Immigration and Caymanian Employment Minister Michael Myles says “shady” employers are still dodging Caymanian hiring rules and leaving locals uncomfortable at work. Education tech crackdown: Phones and other communication devices are banned across all CIG schools from the new academic year to curb classroom distraction. School expansion: CIG is buying a former West Bay nursery near Sir John A. Cumber Primary to add a Reception class and autism specialist rooms. Health staffing boost: Glengarry Hospital’s emergency department adds three physicians, supported by Pay-for-Results funding. Port operations: The Port Authority coordinated a specialised offshore ship-to-barge transfer in Grand Cayman for a logistics vehicle for the Cayman Islands Regiment. STEM milestone: UCCI’s STEM Summer Camp marks 10 years, with hands-on robotics, drones, forensics and liquid nitrogen for ages 11–13. Sports & youth: A new Rising Wickets youth cricket club launches with character-building goals; Cayman U14s bounce back in CFU Challenge Series. Digital finance crime fight: RYKI and the CIG partner to help RCIPS and the Official Receiver securely custody and convert digital assets in active investigations. Reinsurance spotlight: AM Best flags Cayman’s growing life reinsurance ambitions, but warns NAIC QJS/capital rules could shape how far expansion goes. Crypto transparency: Origin Protocol files token transparency details on OGN buybacks, while SimpleSwap and BTCC highlight ongoing exchange product updates.

Digital Crime Partnership: RYKI and the Cayman Islands Government have teamed up to help RCIPS and the Official Receiver securely custody, safeguard and (where needed) convert digital assets tied to active cyber-enabled financial crime cases. Education Tech Rules: Personal electronic devices are now banned across all Cayman Government schools for the new academic year, aiming to cut classroom distractions while keeping parent/school contact channels in place. Road Safety Procurement: The National Roads Authority’s bid for an Integrated Traffic Management and Enforcement System has moved to the Public Procurement Committee stage, but speed camera rollout is still “snail’s pace.” Sports & Community: Cayman’s U14 boys bounced back to finish strong in the CFU Challenge Series, while the CIMNT Nations League schedule is set with Cayman facing a full slate of away matches in League B. Environment & Tourism: A barracuda near Seven Mile Beach bit a tourist’s toe; authorities caught the fish and will run a necropsy. Conservation Milestone: The Cayman Turtle Centre marks 20 years at its current home, building on a legacy that began in 1968. Finance & Markets: Cayman-linked life reinsurance ambitions face a key NAIC Qualified Jurisdiction Status test as regulators tighten U.S. collateral rules. Local Crypto Launches: Toobit announced a limited-time HALLU token presale and a spot trading rewards campaign. Cayman Business/Legal: A Grand Court ruling offers a new path to “destroy” unbuilt strata buildings trapped in deadlock.

Road Safety Procurement: Cayman’s speed camera rollout is still stuck in slow motion, with the integrated traffic management and enforcement system now only at the Public Procurement Committee stage, despite years of planning and thousands of speeding tickets issued manually. Insurance Regulation: Cayman’s push for NAIC Qualified Jurisdiction Status continues to be framed as make-or-break for life reinsurance collateral relief, as the NAIC tightens capital treatment for offshore business. Financial Services Leadership: CIMA appointed Geron Burnett as Deputy Head of the Securities Supervision Division, boosting oversight capacity for the Cayman securities sector. Digital Crime Partnership: RYKI and the Cayman Islands Government teamed up to help law enforcement investigate cyber-enabled financial crime and handle digital asset recovery for victims. Sports & Community: CIMNT Nations League fixtures are set (all away in League B), while the Lloyd Barker Foundation’s “Ready, Set, Learn!” delivered supplies and activities to about 750 students. Health & Safety: HSA clarified a small electrical fire at Anthony S. Eden Hospital’s lab caused no chemical incident and no injuries. Local Legal Ruling: A landmark Grand Court decision says unbuilt strata buildings can be treated as “destroyed,” offering a way out of strata deadlocks. Tourism Safety: Authorities say a barracuda bite near Governor’s Beach was addressed after the fish was caught, with a necropsy planned.

Cayman Finance & Tech: JATT III Acquisition Corp, a Cayman Islands exempted blank-check company, priced a $60m IPO on Nasdaq (ticker JTTT), targeting healthcare and biotech/life sciences for a future merger. Digital Crime Fight: RYKI and the Cayman Islands Government teamed up to help law enforcement investigate cyber-enabled financial crime and handle digital asset recovery for victims. Strata Court Ruling: The Grand Court cleared a path to “destroy” unbuilt strata buildings, breaking a long deadlock where unanimous consent couldn’t be reached. Health Policy Push: The Ministry of Health, Environment and Sustainability is consulting on four health bills, with townhalls set for Aug 26 and 27. Community & Safety: OURS Cayman met the Governor to advance LGBTQIA+ support; HSA clarified a small electrical fire at Anthony S. Eden Hospital was extinguished with no injuries. Sports & Travel: CIMNT’s Nations League schedule is confirmed, but league rules mean Cayman’s matches are away; Cayman Airways launched Refund Protect for ticket refunds under covered disruptions. Environment & Public Awareness: Authorities responded to barracuda bites near Seven Mile Beach, and the Department of Agriculture intercepted a cane toad at the port. Business Deadlines: Youth Pitch Competition deadlines were extended, with live pitching at the Small Business Expo in October. Road Update: A West Bay road section will switch to one-way northbound from Sept 1.