Statement On Completion Of FAA Audit
I am pleased to announce that The Bahamas has successfully completed the most recent IASA audit by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This audit, conducted in October 2023, was a critical assessment of the Civil Aviation Authority Bahamas (CAAB), examining our compliance with the international safety standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). […]
Learning and enlightenment for all at Club Inclusion
Camp Inclusion, a two-week summer programme designed to provide differently-abled children with opportunities to interact with each other as part of “embracing diversity,” recently came to what officials said was “a successful conclusion.” The Camp also provided Camp Instructors and facilitators with the opportunity to address the twin issues of access and inclusion for all […]
Grand Bahama Road Traffic Department Announces New Batch of License Plates Available for Collection
The Road Traffic Department of Grand Bahama is pleased to announce the arrival of a new batch of license plates for the island. Road Traffic Deputy Controller Kevin Mortimer, during a press conference held on August 7, 2024, confirmed the update and made an appeal for local vehicle owners to collect their plates as soon […]
Exuma Economy Update
Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation and Member of Parliament for Exuma and Ragged Island, the Hon. Chester Cooper gave an update on the economy of Exuma this week. It was recently announced that Sandals Emerald Bay will close on August 15th to eventually reopen under the Beaches brand. Speaking with members of the media […]
Bahamas National Breastfeeding Association promotes proper infant feeding and healthcare
The Bahamas National Breastfeeding Association in conjunction with the Ministry of Health & Wellness kicked off its National Breastfeeding Week, August 2, in an effort to celebrate the importance of breastfeeding to recent mothers who have given birth, and soon-to-be mothers. Themed, ‘The Big Latch On,’ the week has promoted proper feeding and healthcare for mother and child. […]
PLP Chairman Fires Back At FNM’s Economic Claims
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairman of the Progressive Liberal Party (PLP), the Hon. Fred Mitchell recently responded to a statement released by the Free National Movement (FNM) on August 5th claiming that Mitchell admitted that the economy is in trouble in comments he made on August 2nd. Mitchell told ZNS News, “what I said […]
Airports Of The Americas Conference
The Airports of the Americas Conference is taking place in the capital this week at the Baha Mar Resort. Director of Aviation, Dr. Kenneth Romer spoke to members of the media about the benefits The Bahamas was see from hosting the meeting. He said, “there is gonna be a significant return on our investment. You’ll […]
Securities Commission On Financial Legislation
Executive Director of the Securities Commission of The Bahamas, Christina Rolle recently spoke with ZNS News about the merits of the changes proposed for the Digital Assets & Registered Exchanges (DARE) Act. She said, “the new DARE bill also addresses conflict of interest within the framework of a digital asset business as well as a […]
Mrs. Ann Marie Davis Speaks Out Against Trafficking in Persons
During her Official Remarks at the World Day Against Trafficking In Persons Public Awareness Campaign 2024, on July 30, 2024, Mrs. Ann Marie Davis of the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, stated that human trafficking was a dreadful violation of human rights and dignity. “As we assemble here today, we must reflect […]
NTA to have increasing importance in labour market development says Minister Glover-Rolle
Minister of Labor and the Public Service, the Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle says The Bahamas has a major issue where there are hundreds of jobs available for Bahamians, but employers don’t feel confident in identifying and hiring qualified people to fill those jobs. “This a problem,” she added, “that through programs like the National Training Agency, […]
