Minister Glover-Rolle, proud to witness Bahamian Marion Bethel chair high level UN CEDAW session
Minister of Labour and Public Service, the Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle led a Bahamian bipartisan delegation attending the 149th Inter-Parliamentary Union General Assembly. The delegation included Senate VP Barry Griffin, Opposition Senator Maxine Seymour, and designated Parliamentary Clerk Rashad Flowers. Minister Glover-Rolle who also serves as an elected Internal Auditor for IPU, delivered a contribution to […]
Ms. Ruby Ann Darling, administered requisite oaths as Deputy to the Governor General
Ms. Ruby Ann Darling was administered the requisite Oaths as Deputy to the Governor General by the Chief Justice, Sir Ian Winder in the Drawing Room of Government House, Mt. Fitzwilliam on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. The post Ms. Ruby Ann Darling, administered requisite oaths as Deputy to the Governor General appeared first on ZNS […]
Investiture of National Honours on National Heroes Day
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia Pratt, ON, GCMG, Chancellor of the Societies of Honours, presented medals to deserving citizens during the Investiture of National Honours at the Convention Centre, Baha Mar Resort, Cable Beach on Monday, October 14, 2024, ‘National Heroes Day.’ More Photo Highlights Below: The post Investiture of National […]
LPIA Prepares for Full-Scale Emergency Exercise on October 24
The Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD) will conduct a simulated full-scale emergency exercise at Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) on Thursday, October 24, starting at approximately 8:00 p.m. This exercise is a key component of the airport’s Safety Management System and emergency response plan and must be carried out every two years, as required by […]
West Bay Street Traffic Fatality
A male visitor to the country lost his life in a traffic accident on Sunday. The deceased was a passenger in an all terrain vehicle when it overturned and he was ejected to the street. Assistant Superintendent of Police in the Traffic Division, Demetria Capron was on the scene where she provided details of the […]
The United Kingdom Gifts The Bahamas Digitized Records of the Country’s History
In recognition of The Bahamas’ 50th Anniversary, which it celebrated last year, the United Kingdom has gifted the country with digitized records of The Bahamas’ history going back to pre-independence. These include 60-plus documents, amassing over 10,000 pages, represent what the UK has stored regarding Bahamian independence. A Handover Ceremony of Archival Gifts from the […]
Her Excellency Baroness Jennifer Chapman Talks About the Archives Gifted to The Bahamas
United Kingdom Under-Secretary of State, Her Excellency Baroness Jennifer Chapman of Darlington said the UK’s historic relationship with The Bahamas is self-evident and a matter of fact. In addition, because of the UK’s colonial role, much of The Bahamas’ pre-independence story is recorded in the UK. Her Excellency was speaking at a Handover Ceremony of […]
PHA Decision To Place Patients In PMH Chapel Defended
Minister of Health and Wellness, the Hon. Dr. Michael Darville was questioned by members of media about the decision of the Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) to house patients in the chapel of the Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH). Dr. Darville explained the move is due to renovations underway at PMH. He said, “this is not the […]
Gas Margin Increase Effect On Public Service Drivers
Public Service Drivers received an increase in fares in May of this year. New profit margins for petroleum retailers came into effect on October 1st. Minister of Transport and Energy, the Hon. Jobeth Coleby-Davis fielded questions from reporters on Thursday about the effect of the petroleum dealers new profit margin on public service drivers. She […]
World Food Day
World Food Day was observed at the Columbus Primary School on Wednesday. On display at the ceremony was local produce provided by the Bahamas Agriculture and Industrial Corporation (BAIC). BAIC Executive Chairman, Sen. Hon. Darren Pickstock was on hand for the event. He spoke to ZNS News on the sidelines about the importance of food […]
