PM Davis calls Bahamian Influencers and Creatives at Conference ‘the Outline of a new Bahamian Economy’
During his Keynote Address at the 242 Influencers and Creative Conference, March 29, 2026, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis told those in attendance that, when he looked across the room, he saw “the outline of a new Bahamian economy”. “I see creators, storytellers, editors, marketers, comedians, entrepreneurs, and young people […]
New Judicial Complex Coming Soon
The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to delivering a modern, purpose-built facility to house the Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal on the site of the former Rodney Bain Building. To mark this milestone and the commencement of construction, a groundbreaking ceremony was held at the site, at 50 Shirley Street, on Tuesday, March […]
Bahamas and Germany Enter Sister-Cities Agreement to foster Cultural and Economic Ties
An historic event took place on Monday, March 30, 2026 when The Commonwealth of The Bahamas and the Federal Republic of Germany signed an agreement to further strengthen ties, and forge cultural exchanges. A Sister-Cities Agreement linked the Caribbean city of Nassau, The Bahamas, with its namesake European city of Nassau, Germany, and revived a […]
The Bahamas Secures Landmark $65.2 Million Climate Investment to Strengthen Water Security Across Four Islands – Office of the Prime Minister
The Government of The Bahamas has secured a landmark $65.2 million investment to strengthen the nation’s water systems against the growing impacts of climate change, through financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), which supports developing countries in addressing climate-related challenges. This major funding represents a significant step in the Government’s ongoing efforts […]
Prime Minister Hosts Opportunity Hub Roundtable on NOVEP and Job Opportunities for Bahamians
Prime Minister Philip Davis today hosted an Opportunity Hub roundtable discussion focused on the Notice of Vacancy Enforcement Policy (NOVEP) Unit and its role in strengthening employment opportunities for Bahamians. Opportunity Hub – Notice of Vacancy, Ministry of Labour & Public ServiceThe roundtable brought together key stakeholders from the Department of Labour, including Minister of […]
AG Pinder Outlined Major Advances in Criminal Justice and Immigration Reform
Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, the Hon. Ryan Pinder said the Government of The Bahamas remained steadfast in advancing major justice reforms as part of its 2026 national agenda. Over the past four years, Pinder noted the government has made significant strides in improving access to justice. This includes comprehensive legislative updates, policy […]
New Airport Infrastructure For Farmer’s Cay And Staniel Cay
Yesterday (March 31) the Government of The Bahamas executed two contracts for the construction of an airport terminal at Farmer’s Cay and also airside remediations to both Farmer’s Cay and Staniel Cay Airports runways and associated civil works. Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, the Hon. Chester Cooper, continues to lead the […]
Child Protection Month begins with ‘strengthened promise’ to protect the country’s children, build safe spaces
Child Protection Month, 2026, began Wednesday, April 1, in The Bahamas with an admonition from Minister of Social Services, Information and Broadcasting, the Hon. Myles K. LaRoda, to: “Let Child Protection Month 2026 be remembered as the moment we strengthened our promise — a promise to build safe spaces, a promise to protect our children, […]
Ministry of Health and IDB Tour new site of the National Reference Laboratory
The Hon. Dr. Michael Darville, Minister of Health and Wellness, speaks with Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) representatives Mr. Anton Edmunds, general manager, Caribbean Country Department; Shirley Gayle, Country Representative for The Bahamas; and Dr. Indira Martin, director National Reference Laboratory, on Monday, March 30, 2026 during a tour of the facility’s new site on Russell […]
VAT Vigilance
The Department of Consumer Affairs is advising Bahamians to examine their receipts as the elimination of VAT on unprepared food items takes effect on April 1st. Head of Department of Consumer Affairs, Rex Adderley told ZNS News on Tuesday some stores may require more time to change prices. He said, “we know for a fact […]
Celebrating International Women’s Day Through Community Impact and Empowerment
Press Release In recognition of International Women’s Day, leading telecoms provider BTC proudly hosted a Paint and Sip Brunch in New Providence, bringing team members together for a morning of creativity, connection, and celebration of the achievements and contributions of women. As part of its ongoing commitment to giving back, BTC also extended support to […]
Surge At The Pumps
Bahamians are now feeling the impact of the war in Iran with increased oil and gas prices in the country. Prices at one gas retailer has gone up by more than $1.00 to $6.58 per gallon. Bahamas Petroleum Retailers Association Vice President, Vasco Bastian told ZNS News the rise in prices was inevitable. He said, […]
VAT Reduction Tour
Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis visited Solomon’s Fresh Market in the Harbour Bay Shopping Center on Tuesday, one day ahead of the elimination of VAT on unprepared food items. Mr. Davis told reporters, “I wanted to come to a grocery store because this is where people feel the pressure most, buying food. They feel […]
The Royal Bahamas Police Force held its Presentation of Medals at Government House
Her Excellency the Most Hon Dame Cynthia Pratt. Governor General, was in attendance at the Royal Bahamas Police Force Presentation of Medals, Friday, 27th March 2026 at Government House. The post The Royal Bahamas Police Force held its Presentation of Medals at Government House appeared first on ZNS BAHAMAS.
Rodney E. Bain Building Demolition
The historic Rodney E. Bain Building on Shirley Street is being demolished to make way for the construction of a new judicial complex. Court Service Council Chief Executive Officer, Mildred Bodie spoke with ZNS from the site. She said, “the building, and you will see from some of the signs that will be going up, […]
