Bahamas Joins CARICOM Members States In Support of Venezuela
Press Release The Bahamas joined fellow CARICOM Member States in contributing to a collective humanitarian aid effort in support of the people of Venezuela following the devastating earthquakes that struck the country on 24 June, 2026, affecting communities across Venezuela and creating an urgent need for regional support. As part of this CARICOM-led response, the […]
Caribbean Bottling Supports the 27th Basketball Smiles Week
Press Release Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers of Coca-Cola and Dasani products, is proud to once again support Basketball Smiles for their 27th year. Upholding its corporate pillar of community outreach, CBC proudly donated $2,000, over 75 cases of Dasani, Powerade and Sprite, reusable Powerade water bottles and numerous marketing materials. The annual sporting […]
Lady Kayla Crowned Goombay Punch Cup Sailing Champion of 2025/2026
Press Release Caribbean Bottling Company (CBC), local producers of Coca-Cola and Dasani products, is proud to crown Lady Kayla of Exuma as this year’s annual Bahamas Goombay Punch Cup winner. CBC created the Bahamas Goombay Punch Cup to further the advancement of sailing and Bahamian culture through monetary and social support. The competition judges the […]
Minister Rahming Calls for Inclusive, People-Centred Communities at UN Meeting
Inclusive, people-centred communities must remain at the heart of sustainable urban development, Minister of Urban Renewal and Community Relations, the Hon. Lisa T. Rahming, told world leaders on Thursday (July 16, 2026) as she addressed the United Nations High-Level Meeting on the Midterm Review of the New Urban Agenda. Speaking before Heads of State, ministers […]
Deputy to the Governor General, in attendance at RBPF 53rd Bahamas Independence Reception
Deputy to the Governor General, the Rt. Hon. Ruby Ann Darling was in attendance at the Royal Bahamas Police Force 53rd Bahamas Independence Reception, at Paul Farquharson Conference Center, Police Headquarters, July 17, 2026. Pictured from left during The Toast: Chief Justice Sir Ian Winder; Minister of Tourism Hon. Glenys Hanna-Martin; Deputy to the Governor […]
SAC Alumni Association Awards More Than $35,000 inScholarships and Tuition Assistance
The St. Augustine’s College (SAC) Alumni Association continued its commitment to transforming lives through education by awarding more than $35,000 in scholarships, tuition assistance, and academic awards to deserving students during its annual scholarship presentation on Friday, July 17, 2026. The awards benefited students in Grades 7 through 12, recognized the College’s valedictorians and salutatorian, […]
The Ministry of Education Aiming to Attract More Bahamian Teachers
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technology the Hon. Chester Cooper said no country can build a strong economy, a competitive workforce, or cohesive communities without first building a strong education system. “I think we all agree that it is the foundation. The reality is that teacher shortages are not unique to […]
Chinese Embassy donates assistive devices to benefit persons with disabilities across The Bahamas
Her Excellency Yan Jiarong, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to The Bahamas, reaffirmed her embassy’s commitment to supporting persons with disabilities as she presented 45 assistive devices to benefit individuals in New Providence and throughout the Family Islands. The embassy donated 15 wheelchairs, 15 walkers and 15 pairs of crutches to the National […]
MSC Foundation Expands Marine Conservation Team at Ocean Cay
As the MSC Foundation continues to strengthen the team at the Marine Conservation Center (MCC) at Ocean Cay, the Foundation is pleased to welcome Henry Garber and Gabrielle “Gabbi” Henderson to its growing marine conservation team. Their combined expertise in marine science, conservation, and public engagement further enhances the Foundation’s ongoing efforts to protect and […]
Minister Coleby-Davis Meets with LPIA Airline Operators
by: Bahamas Information Services Minister of Energy, Utilities and Aviation the Hon. JoBeth Coleby-Davis, continued her industry-wide Collaboration Sessions with Aviation Industry Stakeholders by meeting with the Members of the Bahamas Airline Operators Committee (AOC), on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. “These meetings reaffirm my Ministry’s ongoing commitment since day one to engage in meaningful collaboration […]
