Bahamas Tourism Officials to Attend 42nd Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Jamaica
With things looking up for tourism in The Bahamas, representatives of the country’s Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) are set to build on their success at the 42nd edition of Caribbean Travel Marketplace. Hosted by the Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association (CHTA) and scheduled for 20 – 23 May 2024 at the Montego […]
Health Minister On New Hospital
Minister of Health and Wellness, the Hon. Dr. Michael Darville spoke to concerns about the new hospital to be constructed on New Providence Highway in New Providence. Darville spoke with members of the media outside of the House Of Assembly on Wednesday about the reaction of residents at a town hall meeting held on Tuesday. […]
Royal Caribbean Int’l partners with Junior Achievement New Providence celebrate top achievers
“Junior Achievement has instilled a strong work ethic in my youth that I still value today,” said Philip Simon Jr., president and general manager, Royal Caribbean International Bahamas. “Ensuring our future generation is financially literate and has a competitive edge in the workforce will increase their chances of success. It’s an honor to celebrate their […]
Carmichael Road Urban Renewal treated 30 children of the youth programme to dinner
The Carmichael Road Urban Renewal Team feted 30 children from the youth program to dinner at the Farm Restaurant, Marshall Road, May 13, 2024. Minister of Housing and Urban Renewal, Hon. Keith Bell attended and gave the youth encouraging words. From: Bahamas Information Services The post Carmichael Road Urban Renewal treated 30 children of […]
Bahamas Botanicals Introduces Its Facility to the Bahamian Public
Recently, Bahamas Botanicals (BB), a newly opened boutique destination distillery and co-packing plant opened its doors to take guests on a botanical journey through Bahamian agriculture. The newly opened facility aims to educate the local and international communityon our native plants, their benefits and cultural significance, produce local brands, support local entrepreneurship in The Bahamas […]
University of The Bahamas and University of Botswana Expanding Academic and Scholarly Horizons
Students and faculty at University of The Bahamas (UB) now have more opportunities to expand their horizons through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that UB has with the University of Botswana (UB) in Southern Africa, signaling a commitment to enriching educational opportunities and fostering international collaborations. Both institutions sealed their new relationship during […]
State Min. Lundy has courtesy call with Brigadier General Thomas Hannon of Rhode Island National Guard
The Hon. Leon Lundy, State Minister in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for the Ministry of Disaster Risk Management, received in a courtesy call Rhode Island National Guard Brigadier General Thomas Hannon, May 9, 2024 at the ministry’s offices at Campbell Maritime Center to discuss overall strategies, and how best the Rhode Island […]
Bahamas Red Cross Appoints New Governance, Risk, Audit and Compliance Committee Chairman
The Bahamas Red Cross Society is pleased to announce the appointment of Derek Smith, Jr. as the new Chairman of its Governance, Risk, Audit and Compliance Committee. Mr. Smith brings extensive experience in risk management, auditing, and compliance to the role, having held senior positions at several leading financial institutions in The Bahamas and the […]
43 persons of 240 applicants, approved for the Sustainable Food Grant
Among 240 applicants for the government-sponsored Sustainable Food Grant, 43 persons were successful in meeting the criteria: the grant provides up to $40,000 in funding to both startup and existing businesses. An award ceremony commemorating the applicants’ success was held, May 13, 2024 at the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources on East Bay Street. […]
36 Migrants Apprehended Off Great Inagua
Thirty-six (36) suspected Haitian migrants were recently apprehended after being found off Great Inagua on May 15, 2024.An initial report from Operation Bahamas, Turks & Caicos (OPBAT), indicated that there was a go- fast vessel off the North East Point of Inagua. An RBDF Safeboat was deployed to investigate the area and vessel, where they […]
