FOCOL Holdings Appoints Anton A. Saunders to Board
FOCOL Holdings Limited today announced the appointment of Anton A. Saunders to its Board of Directors, effective September 10. Mr. Saunders is President and Chief Executive Officer of RoyalStar Assurance Ltd., where he oversees strategy, financial performance, risk and governance. His appointment adds significant executive and financial depth to FOCOL’s Board as the Group continues […]
Minister Brice officially opens Junkanoo season; highlights the role of her ministry to create the conditions for the Junkanoo community to thrive
During her recent remarks at the Official Opening of the 2026/2027 Junkanoo season, Minister of Culture, Arts and Heritage the Hon. Minister Leslia Brice stated that the event was “a celebration of culture, creativity, community and the unmistakable sound and spirit of The Bahamas”. “It is also an important moment on our national cultural calendar […]
Chickcharney Challenge returns to Clifton as obstacle racing enters new global era
As obstacle racing takes a significant step onto the international sporting stage, The Bahamas’ Chickcharney Challenge is preparing to return to where it all began.The Chickcharney Challenge – Bush Party 2026 will take place on Saturday, September 26 at Clifton Heritage Park, bringing competitors back to the rugged bush, trails and coastline that hosted the […]
Twenty-two Haitian Nationals Deported
Today, the Deportation and Removal Units of the Bahamas Immigration Department successfully executed deportation orders, resulting in the removal of eight (8) Haitian nationals (5 males and 3 females) from New Providence to Cap-Haitien, Haiti, aboard a Vestar flight. On September 12 and 13, an additional fourteen (14) Haitian nationals (6 males, 5 females and […]
Water and Sewerage Corporation Spends Millions To Boost Climate Resilient Infrastructure
The Water and Sewerage Corporation (WSC) will be investing over $200 million in new infrastructure over the next several years throughout The Bahamas to become more climate resilient, according to General Manager Robert Deal. Speaking at the sidelines of the recent Disaster Risk Management Agency Conference at Baha Mar, Mr. Deal noted that WSC is […]
BTC Supports Sister Sister Breast Cancer Support Group’s Prayer Breakfast
Press Release BTC continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting initiatives that strengthen the lives of Bahamians, once again lending its support to the Sister Sister Breast Cancer Support Group at its 26th Annual Prayer Breakfast. Held on Saturday, September 12 at the Baha Mar Convention Center under the theme, “Sisters Touching Lives for the […]
The Bahamas Sustains Strong Tourism Growth Through July 2026
The Bahamas recorded its strongest January through July stopover performance on record, welcoming 1,314,639 stopovers in the first seven months of 2026. The results extend the destination’s upward trajectory following consecutive years of tourism growth. New monthly records in March, April, June and July strengthened demand from key international markets, while continued gains in select […]
Aircraft Located by Royal Bahamas Defence Force Divers
Press Release At approximately 1201 hours, Royal Bahamas Defence Force divers conducting search operations approximately 11 nautical miles north of Williams Cay located a large debris field containing aircraft parts and human remains. The debris is believed to be from the downed aircraft. Additional RBDF personnel and resources are en route to assist with the […]
Update 1 On Fatal Aircraft Accident Involving Piper PA-34 Aircraft with US Registration N212ML
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Authority has released a statement following the discovery of aircraft components by the Royal Bahamas Defence Force. The components are believed to be from the plane that crash near Andros on Monday. The release is below in its entirety. AAIA Update 1 on N212ML (1)Download The post Update 1 On Fatal […]
Plane Crash Criticism Addressed
Relatives of the passengers who perished in a plane crash near Andros on Monday have criticized the response of Bahamian authorities in the aftermath of the aircraft going missing. The plane was piloted by Mario Lamar, 80. Also on board were his wife Lili and two grandchildren, Christian and Sofia Sosa. They were headed to […]
