BAMSI Research Explores Medicinal Plants’ Potential forSkincare
Newly published research examining how medicinal plant extracts interact with enzymes linked to skin aging and pigmentation is bringing international attention to the work of Dr. Waseem Ahmed, a professor and Senior Agriculturist in the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute’s School of Agriculture and Natural Resources. “These findings suggest that the two medicinal plants […]
The Bahamas secured a second term on the Council for the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)
The Bahamas has secured another term on the Council of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), the global body headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, for the 2027–2029 term. The country was elected to one of three available seats in Group 4, representing Small Island DevelopingStates (SIDS), during the 2026 ISO General Assembly held in Paris, France, […]
Princess Court Mentoring trains 10 in suicide prevention
The Princess Court Mentoring Ministries of Ft. Charlotte held its Induction and Presentation Ceremony on Wednesday, September 30th, 2026 at the Franklyn Wilson Graduate Center, University of The Bahamas. With an induction cohort of 10 members, six adult women and four adolescent females, the aim was to induct new members in honor of World Suicide […]
PMH launches 2026 Hospital Month observance under the theme “Inspired to Care
Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) officially launched its 2026 PMH Month observance on Thursday, October 1, with an Opening Thanksgiving Service celebrating the dedication, compassion and service of its healthcare team. Held in the Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU), the service brought together hospital leadership,frontline healthcare workers, support staff and invited guests for a morning of reflection, […]
BAMSI Takes Backyard Gardening Training Into the Community
WITH THE BAHAMAS importing more than $855 million in food and live animals in 2025, the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) is expanding community-based agricultural training aimed at increasing household food production and encouraging greater self-sufficiency. Earlier this month, the Institute partnered with the Breath of Life Seventh-day Adventist Church to deliver practical […]
Breastfeeding-Themed Umbrellas Brighten Carmichael During Annual Umbrellathon
A sea of brightly decorated umbrellas transformed the streets of Carmichael into a colorful celebration of breastfeeding as the Bahamas National Breastfeeding Association (BNBA) hosted another successful Annual Umbrellathon in honour of the late Nurse Carlotta Klass, a pioneering advocate for maternal and child health in The Bahamas. Led by BNBA President Trineka McCardy, participants proudly displayed creatively designed […]
Minister Bowleg highlights National Youth Month in the House of Assembly, and those who ‘dedicated their lives to paving the way for young people’
While giving his Official Communication highlighting October as National Youth Month, on September 30, 2026, in the House of Assembly, Minister of Youth and Sports the Hon. Mario Bowleg stated this is a time “youth leaders, youth organizations, youth workers, stakeholders, and young people from across our nation come together around a common cause: celebrating […]
National Insurance Board Celebrates 52nd Anniversary
Minister of Labour, the Public Service and National Insurance the Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle, along with the management and staff of the National Insurance Board (NIB), commemorated the organization’s 52nd anniversary at a church service held at Bahamas Harvest Church. During the service, Minister Glover-Rolle urged employees to remain committed. She said, “behind every contribution, behind […]
Prime Minister Davis Offers Condolences on the Passing of Steve McKinney
Press Statement Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis released a statement via social media offering condolences to the family of veteran broadcaster the late Steve McKinney who died at his home this morning. The post Prime Minister Davis Offers Condolences on the Passing of Steve McKinney appeared first on ZNS BAHAMAS.
