Prime Minister Davis Explains Issues His Administration Found with BPL
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis said before his government administration came into office, Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) was carrying around $500 million in debt. “Each year, more than $50 million was spent simply to subsidize electricity in the Family Islands,” the Prime Minister said at the Energy Reform Stakeholder […]
Baptist Health International and Bahamas Wellness Health System Formalize Collaboration to Advance Healthcare in The Bahamas
Baptist Health International, part of Baptist Health South Florida, and Bahamas Wellness Health System have formalized a new collaboration through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at strengthening healthcare delivery, professional education and clinical collaboration in The Bahamas. The agreement establishes a framework for cooperation focused on expanding access to specialized medical […]
Prime Minister Davis provides solutions for a power system that works
The Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis provided the residents of The Bahamas with a list of solutions the government has to ensure a working power system. “The first element is clear: we have to move from rented engines to permanent modern generation,” the Prime Minister said at the Energy Reform […]
Energy Reform Stakeholders Forum
Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis was the keynote speaker at a stakeholders forum focused on energy reform in the country on Thursday. Mr. Davis said the main focus of the gathering was public engagement and transparency. He said, “our officials from the Ministry of Energy and Transport from BPL and from the project partners […]
Experts Analyze Economic Landscape; Opportunities and Challenges
From pressures on the independence of the US Federal Reserve and relations with China to the instability facing the global economic landscape and how it all impacts The Bahamas’ economy and prospects, Tuesday’s Central Banking Series hosted by University of The Bahamas (UB) in partnership with the Global Interdependence Center (GIC) peeled back the layers […]
Police Month National Walkabout takes in the Kemp Road Area
In a Police Month National Walkabout, ranking members of the Royal Bahamas Police Force and Kemp Road Police Station performed a walkabout in the Kemp Road community on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 in celebration of Police Month. The walkabout in the community was led by Assistant Commissioner of Police, Chaswell Hanna. The exercise aims to […]
The Bahamas Secures Six Major Honours at PATWA International Travel Awards During ITB Berlin 2026
The Bahamas has been honoured as a Partner Destination and Event Partner at the 26th edition of the PATWA World Tourism Leaders Summit and PATWA International Travel Awards, held during ITB Berlin in March 2026. The destination received four major accolades at the official ceremony, recognising excellence in sustainability, destination management, and lifetime contribution to […]
Justice Mr. Vasheist Kokaram, appointed Justice of Appeal to the Court of Appeal
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt administered the Requisite Oaths and presented the Letter of Appointment to Justice Mr. Vasheist Kokaram as Justice of Appeal of the Court of Appeal during a Swearing-In Ceremony in the Drawing Room of Government House, on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The post Justice Mr. […]
Italy’s Ambassador pays at courtesy call at the Ministry of Tourism
His Excellency Mr. Marco Peronaci, Ambassador of the Republic of Italy to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, paid a courtesy call March 3, 2026 on Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation (MOTIA) the Hon. Chester Cooper at the Ministry’s offices. Also in attendance were MOTIA Permanent Secretary Lisa Adderley-Anderson, and MOTIA […]
Happy 100th Birthday to Mr. Beaufort Dorsett
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt visited Mr. Beaufort Dorsett on the occasion of his 100th Birthday at his home, where she presented him with two plaques, from King Charles III and herself, on Thursday, February 26, 2026. The post Happy 100th Birthday to Mr. Beaufort Dorsett appeared first on […]
Roberto Reckley, sworn in as Acting Justice of the Supreme Court
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt administered the Requisite Oaths to Mr. Roberto Reckley as Acting Justice of the Supreme Court during a Swearing-In Ceremony in the Drawing Room of Government House on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. The post Roberto Reckley, sworn in as Acting Justice of the Supreme […]
Through its Youth Leaders Certification Programme, MYSC envisions certification of all persons working with young people
The Youth Leaders Certification Programme (YLCP), facilitated by the Division of Youth within the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture (MOYSC), continues to strengthen youth development efforts by equipping current and aspiring youth workers with essential skills and professional training. The programme, which targets individuals 18 years and older involved in youth work, has been […]
High Honours for Women in Justice
A distinguished group of women who have strengthened the administration of justice in The Bahamas were honoured Tuesday during a special ceremony at Government House, bringing to a close a week of activities marking National Women’s Week. Hosted by the Ministry of Social Services, Information and Broadcasting (MOSSIB) through the Department of Gender and Family Affairs (DGFA) in conjunction […]
Biometric Voters Cards Collection
The Parliamentary Registration Department has begun issuing biometric voters cards ahead of the next general election. Currently, cards are available for residents of the Killarney, St. James and Carmichael constituencies. Parliamentary Commissioner, Harrison Thompson said the initiative is a push to modernize the electoral process. He said, “we started the process here at the headquarters […]
Government Statement on Historic GBPA Arbitration Ruling
Office of the Prime Minister Press Statement The Government of the Bahamas confirms that the arbitral tribunal has issued a Partial Award in the ongoing arbitration between the Government and the Grand Bahama Port Authority (“GBPA”) concerning the Hawksbill Creek Agreement (“HCA”) and related arrangements. The Partial Award confirms the GBPA ’s liability to make annual […]
