Bahamas Selected to Co-Lead UN’s Consultations on Indigenous Peoples’ Participation
The President of the United Nations General Assembly appointed H.E. Ambassador Stan Oduma Smith, Permanent Representative of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the United Nations on 6 th April 2026 to serve as Co- Facilitator of intergovernmental consultations on enhancing the participation of Indigenous Peoples’ representatives and institutions in the work of the United […]
Insurance Superintendent Strengthens International Insurance & Education Partnerships in Iowa
Recently, The Insurance Superintendent of The Bahamas, Mrs. Dana Munnings-Gray of the Insurance Commission of The Bahamas (ICB), completed an official visit to Drake University in Iowa, where she engaged with students pursuing studies in actuarial science, risk management, and other insurance-related disciplines. During the visit, Superintendent Munnings-Gray shared valuable insights on the evolving global […]
Jimmy’s Wines & Spirits Launches PremiumSingle Barrel of Buffalo Trace Bourbon
Jimmy’s Wines & Spirits (JWS) continues to elevate its premium spirits portfolio with the exclusive launch of a hand-selected single barrel of Buffalo Trace Bourbon, marking another milestone in the company’s commitment to bringing world-class brands and unique experiences to Bahamian consumers. The speciality barrel, filled on February 24, 2017, was personally selected on April […]
MOFA Press Release-The Passing of Former President Festus Mogae of the Republic of Botswana
On behalf of Prime Minister Philip Davis, the Foreign Ministry, and the people of The Bahamas, I extendheart felt condolences to the government and people of The Republic of Botswana on the passing offormer President Festus Mogae. He was a friend of The Bahamas and proved to be committed to strengthening meaningful ties betweenBotswana and […]
Centreville Community Center Nears Complete
Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources and Centreville incumbent, the Hon. Jomo Campbell recently provided an update on the construction of the Centreville Community Center. He told ZNS News. “we’re about 90% completed. I’m new to construction so I’m just learning that the finish work really takes the longest as it’s the most intricate part […]
New Providence Cultivation Centre Opens To Boost Food Sustainability
A ceremony was hosted by the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources on Friday to mark the opening of the New Providence Cultivation Center at the Gladstone Road Agricultural Compound. Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources, the Hon. Jomo Campbell told reporters the centre will strengthen food security and food sustainability. He said, “we want […]
HMBS Boating Tragedy Memorial
A memorial service was held at the Royal Bahamas Defence Force Coral Harbour Base on Sunday in observance of the 46th anniversary of the sinking of the HMBS Flamingo. Government officials led by Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis were in attendance to remember the four marines who perished on May 10th, 1980. During his […]
