BEWU Responds To PM Davis’ National Address
During his national address on Monday, Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis addressed the recently revealed controversial overtime payments at Bahamas Power and Light (BPL). It was reported that three BPL workers shared approximately $600,000 in overtime payments and that the total overtime payments at the company were up to $20 million. Bahamas Electrical Workers […]
Royal Bahamas Police Force holds Career Fair
The Royal Bahamas Police Force held a Career Fair at the Police Training College on Saturday, August 15, 2026 informing on requirements for admission and aspects of the force, namely Specialized Units, Technology, and Community Policing. More Photo Highlights Below: The post Royal Bahamas Police Force holds Career Fair appeared first on ZNS BAHAMAS.
There is a Comprehensive and Nationwide Plan to Modernize Electricity Generation in the Country
Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis said that for the first time the country has a comprehensive, nationwide plan to modernize how electricity is generated, stored and distributed across the whole archipelago. “That plan is not a press release. It is under construction right now. We separated generation from transmission and distribution, because that is […]
Consent, Sexual Violence and the Urgent Need for Education and Reform
Women United is deeply disturbed by the voice recording circulating on social media in which a mangraphically recounts an alleged sexual encounter with a young woman who, by his own account, appears to have been significantly impaired and to have “passed out” on more than one occasion.We understand that the matter has been reported to […]
Prime Minister Davis Explains the Reality of the Country’s Energy Infrastructure
Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis said big changes are underway at Bahamas Power and Light, but the country is still quite a way from that reality. During a National Address on Monday, August 17, 2026, the Prime Minister detailed the country’s current energy infrastructure and its future as a system supporting families, businesses, and […]
CARICOM Election Observation Mission Report of 2026 General Election
The CARICOM Election Observation Mission visited The Bahamas this year to observe the 2026 general election. The report containing the group’s finding was compiled by Chief Of Mission Herman St. Helen. You can view the report in its entirety below. Report_of_the_CEOM_to_The_Bahamas_2026_Download The post CARICOM Election Observation Mission Report of 2026 General Election appeared first on […]
FNM Deputy Leader Shanendon Cartwright to Receive SAC Spotlight Award
Press Release Deputy Leader of the Free National Movement and former Member of Parliament for St. Barnabas, the Hon. Shanendon Cartwright, will receive the Spotlight Award at the 2026 St. Augustine’s College Alumni Lighthouse Awards & Gala Ball. The Spotlight Award recognises an alumnus, faculty member or student whoseaccomplishments, leadership and public service have focused […]
Prime Minister’s National Address On Energy Crisis
Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis delivered a national address on Monday evening centered on the energy crisis and the country’s energy companies. Mr. Davis explained the reason for the frequent power outages experienced in New Providence and said that a crisis is an opportunity to fix what does not work. He said, “for the […]
Rahming Connects Marathon Residents With Pathways To Homeownership
Marathon residents received practical guidance on financing, purchasing and protecting a home during “Let’s Talk House,” a homeownership initiative hosted by Member of Parliament the Hon. Lisa Rahming. The initiative formed part of Rahming’s first Marathon constituency branch meeting since the May 2026 General Elections, reently held at Claridge Primary School. The event brought residents […]
Department of Aviation Signs Amended MOU with Middle Tennessee State University
Press Release The Bahamas Department of Aviation, in The Ministry of Energy, Utilities and Aviation, signed an historic Amended Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) to expand aviation education, training, and workforce development opportunities for Bahamians. The signing ceremony, held on the campus of Middle Tennessee State University in Muffreeboro, Tennessee […]
Students and Educators Shine at CANTO
For two Jamaican educators and four university students, CANTO’s 41 st Annual Conference & Trade Exhibition provided a valuable opportunity to learn, contribute, build international connections and experience first- hand the possibilities created by technology and education. Through the Jamaica-based Flow Foundation, with support from the Liberty Caribbean Foundation, four students from the Department of […]
Education Minister Cooper visits Buddy Hield Basketball Camp in Grand Bahama
Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technology, the Hon. Chester Cooper paid a special visit to the Buddy Hield Basketball Camp at Eight Mile Rock Gymnasium while touring several schools in Grand Bahama on August 10, 2026, before the start of 2026/2027 academic year. It was NBA star Chavano ‘Buddy’ Hield’s 11th […]
Education Min. Cooper highlights attention on special education during school tours in Grand Bahama
Acting Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technology, the Hon. Chester Cooper stressed his ministry’s amplified focus on special education while touring a number of school campuses on Grand Bahama on August 10, 2026. The visit was part of a view of campuses on the Family Islands to get a first-hand look of […]
Sandals Foundation, Rocky Farms Nursery partner withAgricultural Development Organization to bring Pinewood Gardens Community Farm to Life
“Many hands make hard work easier” – that’s the sentiment echoed by Philip Smith, Executive Chairman of the Agricultural Development Organization (ADO) as the reimagined Pinewood Community Gardentakes shape. Born out of a partnership between the ADO and the Sandals Foundation, an injection of some US $69,000 from the philanthropic arm of Sandals Resorts will […]
Legacy House Strengthens Guiding Across The Bahamas with Support from Sandals Foundation
Legacy House is living up to its name, providing a welcoming home for Girl Guides and their leaders while supporting the continued growth of the Guiding movement throughout The Bahamas. The Bahamas Girl Guides Association recently welcomed Heidi Clarke of the Sandals Foundation to the facility, where she observed the significant progress made with the […]
