Governor General in Speech from the Throne: The Government recognises responsibility to ‘secure economic stability and create the conditions for national growth’
During her delivery of the Speech from the Throne, on May 20, 2026, Governor-General Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt stated that her Government recognised that the first responsibility of any administration was to secure economic stability and create the conditions for national growth. “When My Government first assumed office in 2021, […]
The Opening of Parliament – Ceremonies in the House of Assembly
The Opening of Parliament swearing-in ceremonies at the House of Assembly, Wednesday morning, May 20, 2026. The post The Opening of Parliament – Ceremonies in the House of Assembly appeared first on ZNS BAHAMAS.
Holy Cross Anglican Church Celebrates 60 Years with Homecoming Weekend
Holy Cross Anglican Church will celebrate 60 years of faith, ministry, service and community impact with a special Homecoming Weekend from Friday, May 22 to Sunday, May 24, 2026. Held under the theme “Celebrating the Legacy of The Cross: Our Faith. Our Foundation. Our Future,” the weekend invites parishioners, former members, families, community partners and […]
Speech From The Throne
The Opening of Parliament was held on Wednesday. Newly elected and appointed Senators and Members of Parliament took their respective oaths in both chambers of Parliament. Former Senate President, Sen. Hon. Lashell Adderley and former House Speaker, the Hon. Patricia Deveaux were both re-elected to serve in those positions. The Speech from the Throne was […]
Michelob ULTRA Delivers Unforgettable NBA Playoff Experience for Bahamian Winners
Four lucky Bahamian basketball fans recently experienced the thrill of NBA playoff basketball live in Atlanta after winning an all-expense-paid trip through the Michelob ULTRA NBA promotion hosted by Jimmy’s Wines & Spirits. The promotion invited customers to purchase a six-pack of Michelob ULTRA at any Jimmy’s Wines & Spirits location for a chance to […]
Women United (WU) Congratulates Newly Elected Women MPs and the Return of the DavisAdministration
Women United (WU) extends its heartfelt congratulations to the nine women elected to the Parliament of The Bahamas in the 2026 general election — the highest number of women ever to sit in the nation’s legislature. We commend each of them for their historic achievement and wish them wisdom, courage, and strength as they take […]
Speech From The Throne 2026
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Parliamentary Secretaries Sworn In
Five persons were sworn in as Parliamentary Secretaries at Government House on Tuesday. Among them were Senators Designate Clint Watson and Keenan Johnson along with Members of Parliament Elect: Sean Roberts, Bradley Fox and Randy Rolle. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technology, the Hon. Chester Cooper delivered remarks at the ceremony. […]
PS Luther Smith On Continuity In Governance
The general election victory of the Progressive Liberal Party on May 12th was the first time that an administration has won re-election since 1997. Permanent Secretary Luther Smith recently sat down with ZNS News to talk about continuity in governance. Smith said, “in the countries that have done very well, and I think for example […]
Prime Minister Davis Opens Climate Summit
Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis delivered the keynote address at the opening ceremony for Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC). Mr. Davis told attendees that The Bahamas is prioritizing resilience. He said, “this is not only an environmental imperative, it is an economic one. Moreover, The Bahamas has taken a leadership role in innovative […]
Government of The Bahamas Launches Free Energy Audit Initiative for MSMEs
The Government of The Bahamas, through funding from the Green Climate Fund (GCF), is pleased to announce the launch of a Free Energy Audit Initiative aimed at supporting Micro, Small, and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) across The Bahamas with reducing energy costs, improving operational eKiciency, and strengthening long-term sustainability and resilience. Emissions Registrar in the National […]
The Bahamas hosts the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Working Group II
The Government of The Bahamas welcomed more than 250 delegates representing over 100 countries to Nassau for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) Working Group II Second Lead Author Meeting for the Seventh Assessment Report (AR7), being held May 17–22, 2026 at the British Colonial Nassau. Held under the theme “Advancing the Global Scientific […]
BAMSI Graduates Poised to Shape Key National Industries
AS THE BAHAMAS CONTINUES to confront issues tied to food security, environmental sustainability and national capacity building, graduates of the Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute are stepping into industries increasingly viewed as critical to the country’s future. The message was underscored during BAMSI’s 2026 graduation exercises held May 8 at the college’s North Andros […]
Eugene Dupuch Law School Announces Departure of Sen. the Hon. Keenan Johnson
The Eugene Dupuch Law School announces that Senator the Honourable Keenan Johnson has stepped down from his full-time role as Course Director and Tutor, effective 19 May 2026, as he prepares to pursue new professional opportunities. Senator Johnson has been a valued member of the Law School’s academic community, making significant contributions to teaching, programme […]
Fusion Superplex Presents Limited Showings of Award-Winning Documentary “D6 Project: We Are Not Okay”
After earning 13 international awards on the global film festival circuit, the powerful Bahamian documentary “D6 Project: We Are Not Okay” will make its movie theatre debut at Fusion Superplex, May 22–24, 2026. Produced by award-winning Bahamian filmmaker Juliette Storr with an all-Bahamian production crew, the documentary highlights the lasting emotional and psychological impact of Hurricane Dorian and the […]
