DRM held discussions with Saskia Carusi of the regional UN Office for Disaster Risk Reduction
The Disaster Risk Management Authority (DRM) met with Deputy Chief of the Americas and the Caribbean Desk – UN Office of Disaster Risk Reduction, Saskia Carusi, October 21, 2026 at DRM’s offices. Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for Disaster Risk Management, the Hon. McKell Bonaby led meetings with Ms. Carusi. State […]
Prime Minister Davis Returns from Successful CHOGM 2026, Deepening Ties with Rwanda, Ghana and Namibia
Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Edward Davis, KC, MP, has returned to The Bahamas from St John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, where he led the Bahamian delegation to the 28th Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). The summit ran from 1 to 4 November under the theme “Accelerating Partnerships and Investment for a Prosperous Commonwealth”. The […]
Minister Mitchell Highlights the Important Role of Mrs. Ann Marie Davis, and Minister Cartwright at the Commonwealth Women’s Forum
Minister for Foreign Affairs, the Hon. Fred Mitchell, has highlighted the contributions of Mrs. Ann-Marie Davis and Senator the Hon. Barbara Cartwright at the Commonwealth Women’s Forum, held at the American University of Antigua in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda. Both women accompanied the Prime Minister Philip Davis to the four-day Commonwealth Heads of Government […]
Minister Sweeting: Reimagining Local Government with a Development Plan for each of 33 districts
We cannot continue as it is,” said Minister of Works and Family Island Affairs the Hon. Clay Sweeting Monday, November 2, 2026 during the opening ceremony of a week-long conclave at the Warwick Hotel. Held under the theme ‘Stronger Together: One Team, One Goal,’ the conclave is hosted by the Department of Local Government. “For […]
Urban Renewal and MFGB join forces to kickoff Small Home Repairs Programme in Grand Bahama
Urban Renewal, in collaboration with the Ministry for Grand Bahama, is bringing relief to homeowners throughout Grand Bahama with the commencement of the Government’s Small Home Repairs Programme. Minister of Urban Renewal and Community Relations, the Hon. Lisa Rahming and Minister for Grand Bahama, the Hon. Ginger Moxey headed a team of civil engineers and […]
Prime Minister Davis at 14th Commonwealth Youth Forum: a qualification should be a passport to opportunity
During his Remarks at the 14th Commonwealth Youth Forum, in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda, on November 2, 2026, Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis pointed out to Heads of Government and Commonwealth young leaders present that he was there to speak to them about three things: a promise broken, a man from St. Lucia, […]
Roberto Adderley, sworn in as Justice of the Supreme Court
Governor General, H.E. the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt administered the Oath of Allegiance, the Judicial Oath and presented the Instrument of Appointment to Justice Roberto Adderley, who was sworn in as a Justice of the Supreme Court during a Swearing Ceremony in the Ballroom of Government House, November 2, 2026. The post Roberto […]
BTC Wraps Up CX Month Focused on People, Innovation and Exceptional Customer Experiences
BTC has wrapped up a successful Customer Experience (CX) Month, highlighted with a series of initiatives that strengthened its people, helped customers do more through digital solutions and recognized team members who consistently deliver exceptional experiences. The 2026 CX Month theme was, “Elevate: Strengthen Every Growth Interaction.” Throughout the month BTC’s CX Team highlighted the […]
Mr. Robert Adams, 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. Robert Adams, KC as Acting Justice of the Supreme Court, November 2, 2026 at Government House. The post Mr. Robert Adams, sworn in as Acting Justice of the Supreme Court appeared first on ZNS BAHAMAS.
Bahamas Dominica Association pays a courtesy call on the Governor General
Members of the Bahamas Dominica Association paid a Courtesy Call on Her Excellency, the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt, ON, GCMG, Governor General of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The call on the governor general at Government House, Mount Fitzwilliam, commemorated the 48th Independence Anniversary of the Commonwealth of […]
Homecoming Music Fest – Bain and Grants Town
A Bain and Grants Town Homecoming Music Festival was held Friday at the old City Market parking lot, Market Street. Youth of the area participated and were encouraged and cheered on by Minister of Culture, Arts and Heritage Leslia Miller-Brice, Minister of Labour, the Public Service and National Insurance Pia Glover-Rolle, Minister of State in […]
National Older Persons Policy to follow enactment of Older Persons Bill
Officials at the Ministry of Social Services will deliver a National Older Persons Policy that will have a National Dementia Strategy among its priority within 12 months of the enactment of the Older Persons Rights, Protections, Care and Support Bill, 2026, Minister of Social Services, Senator, the Hon. Barbara Cartwright told Senate colleagues. “A law […]
The Bahamas Strengthens Global Marine Tourism Partnerships at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism (BMOT) reinforced its commitment to the global boating and yachting industry through a series of high-level engagements at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show (FLIBS), one of the world’s premier marine industry events. The Ministry’s participation focused on strengthening strategic partnerships, enhancing destination competitiveness and positioning The Bahamas for sustained […]
Older Persons Month ‘Sip and Paint’ ends a seniors’ special month of activity
On October 30, 2026, the Department of Social Services, ended a month of activities with an Older Persons ‘Sip and Paint’ at the department’s Training Room, Baillou Hill Road. The young at heart had an amazing time. The post Older Persons Month ‘Sip and Paint’ ends a seniors’ special month of activity appeared first on […]
Foreign Affairs hosts Cancer Awareness – ‘Passport to Hope’ Health Expo
Continuing the global fight against breast cancer, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted its Second Breast Cancer Awareness Health Expo and Screening at the Passport Office grounds, October 29, 2026 — this year to the theme, ‘Passport to Hope: Together We Fight, Together We Rise.’ The initiative fostered community wellness, encouraged active living, and raised funds […]
