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Donated laptops from Cayman Islands reach Ukraine’s schoolchildren

More than 180 laptops donated by individuals and businesses across Grand Cayman have been successfully delivered to war-torn Ukraine.
Rotary Club Grand Cayman Sunrise with donated laptops

First shipment of laptops to help Ukraine’s children ready to go

The first shipment of 50 laptops donated by individuals and businesses across Grand Cayman is ready to be sent to Ukraine.
Martin Richter Ukraine

Laptop donation drive for war-torn Ukraine

An urgent appeal for unwanted laptops to help children in Ukraine continue their education despite the hardships caused by war has been issued by entrepreneur, philanthropist and Austrian honorary consul Martin Richter.

Ukrainian mom fundraises to help first responders back home

With tears streaming down her face, Ukrainian mom-of-one Mila Martsun says she has been living in fear for her family's safety in Ukraine as Russia increases attacks on her homeland.

Red Cross raises US$131,000 for Ukraine crisis

The Cayman Islands Red Cross has raised US$131,000 in its Ukraine Crisis Appeal.

Jewish community supporting Ukraine during Passover

Cayman's Jewish community will be holding a 'Fill an extra Seder seat' campaign in solidarity with Ukraine’s Jews who are unable celebrate Passover, which begins on Friday, 15 April.

Taking a stand against Russia

I was delighted to visit the Cayman Islands recently, and I was impressed by all the hard work that has gone into making Cayman...

Holi festival raises US$700 for Ukraine

Cayman's Indian community came together on Sunday to raise US $700 in donations for relief efforts in Ukraine as they marked the festival of Holi.

Indian community pledges Holi festival funds for Ukraine

Many around the island have been coming together to show their support for the people of Ukraine and this Sunday so too will the Indian community as it pledges funds from its annual Holi festival towards humanitarian efforts there.

The war’s effect on the global economy and markets

Fortunately for investors, the Russian economy only makes up 1.7% of global GDP and therefore global growth may be dented only modestly.

Former Cayman detective sergeant joins refugee relief efforts for Ukraine

Driven by the pleas of his Ukrainian friends and their families for help former RCIPS Detective Sergeant Peter Sugden has embarked on a mission to transport refugees fleeing Ukraine to escape the war torn country.

Thousands of dollars raised as Cayman stands ‘together with Ukraine’

Cayman residents dug deep into their pockets on Sunday night, giving generously towards efforts to support the Ukrainian people who have been suffering due to the ongoing Russian invasion.

Russian invasion spurs Cayman’s Ukrainian community fundraising drive

As Ukraine endures a ninth day trying to repel a Russian military assault, efforts are underway 6,000 miles away in Cayman to support humanitarian efforts in the country.

Cayman regulator issues Russia sanctions notice

The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority has released a notice about the implementation of UK sanctions, including the freezing of assets, against Russian individuals and entities, following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Russian elephant in the room

I may have missed something but current news items in Cayman regarding the crisis in Ukraine seem to be focussing on the whereabouts of...

Governor urges Cayman to stand with Ukraine

As the world watches the unfolding hostile invasion of Ukraine by Russian troops, Governor Martyn Roper has said he stands with the embattled country and believes so does Cayman.

Putin’s peace offer is a Trojan horse

Yes, the Ukraine conflict has cooled and slipped off the headlines, but that’s not really an improvement: It’s exactly what Putin wants.

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