PACE Bahamas, School for the Blind, and TAPS to Join Over 1.8 Million Meals Served Nationwide
The Government of The Bahamas today announced the expansion of the National School Breakfast Programme (NSBP) to three specialty schools, marking another milestone in the programme’s commitment to ensuring every student across the country starts the school day with a nutritious meal. Providing Access to Continued Education (PACE Bahamas) will begin receiving breakfast service on Wednesday, 6 May, […]
The Governor General receives representatives of the CARICOM Electoral Observation Mission to The Bahamas 2026
Representatives of the CARICOM Electoral Observation Mission to The Bahamas 2026 were received by Governor General Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia Pratt (centre) in a meeting at Government House, Tuesday, May 5. Chief of Mission is the Most Hon. Bruce Golding, Former Prime Minister of Jamaica (third left). The post The Governor […]
Farmers Market a chance to change and live a healthy lifestyle
Herbalist Derica Clarke is her own walking testimony to the power of healthy living. When she was a child, her mother loved plants, and the young Derica would help her to water them and learn about them at the same time. But it was 15 years ago that her love of nature began to transform […]
PHA Commissions New Mobile Unit for PMH Blood Bank
The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) has officially commissioned its Blood Bank Mobile Unit, marking a major step forward in expanding access to lifesaving blood donation services across New Providence and the Family Islands. The commissioning ceremony, held on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at the PHA Corporate Office, brought together healthcare leaders, government officials, and stakeholders […]
BTC Expands Connectivity in Cat Island with Airport Launch and Introduction of BTC Air
Press Release The start of May marked a major milestone for Cat Island with the official opening of the Arthur’s Town Airport, powered by advanced telecommunications infrastructure from BTC. The company also began rolling out BTC Air, its next-generation connectivity solution, bringing enhanced digital services to residents across the island. As the government’s trusted partner […]
Family Islands Airports Renaissance Project Update
FAMILY ISLANDS (AIRPORTS) RENAISSANCE (AS OF MAY, 2026): Since The Bahamas Government launched its aggressive Family Islands Renaissance Project, with 3 airports, the initiative has taken flight, now expanding to more than 19 aerodromes across the archipelago. This represents the largest investment in Family Islands Airport Infrastructure ever made by any government in Bahamian history. […]
The Bahamas initiates soft launch of Digital Arrivcal Card in Historic First For the Destination
The Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation today announced the pilot phase of the Bahamas Digital Arrival Card (BDAC), a landmark step in The Bahamas’ commitment to delivering a seamless, world-class arrival experience for visitors. This marks the first time in the nation’s history that a digital system isbeing launched to replace the traditional paper-based […]
BTC Expands Connectivity in Cat Island with Airport Launch and Introduction of BTC Air
The start of May marked a major milestone for Cat Island with the official opening of theArthur’s Town Airport, powered by advanced telecommunications infrastructure from BTC.The company also began rolling out BTC Air, its next-generation connectivity solution,bringing enhanced digital services to residents across the island. As the government’s trusted partner on the project, BTC equipped […]
Bahamas hosts finale of UN Tourism Sustainable Islands Innovation Forum & Bahamas Startup Challenge
The Bahamas through the Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation (MOTIA) hosted the finale of the first Caribbean Small Island Developing State UN Tourism innovation initiative, bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and global tourism leaders to advance sustainable island tourism. The grand finale of the UN Tourism Sustainable Islands Innovation Forum and Bahamas Startup Challenge was […]
Min. of Tourism, Investments & Aviation Recognized Across Leading Travel Categories as Voting Opens Worldwide
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments &Aviation (BMOTIA) is pleased to announce that The Bahamas has secured 13 nominations at theWorld Travel Awards 2026, widely regarded as one of the highest honours in global travel andtourism.Following its 2025 wins, Caribbean’s Leading Luxury Island Destination, Caribbean’s LeadingSports Tourism Destination, and Caribbean’s Leading Business Travel Destination, TheBahamas […]
Relocation of Emergency Department Services at Princess Margaret Hospital
The Public Hospitals Authority (PHA) and the Management of the Princess Margaret Hospital(PMH) wish to advise the general public that Emergency Department services have beenrelocated to their newly upgraded and renovated spaces within the hospital’s AmbulatoryWing.Please be advised of the following access details: Entrance Location: The Emergency Department entrance is situated on ElizabethAvenue. Identification: The […]
FOCOL Named EXIM Western Hemisphere Deal of the Year
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) has awarded FOCOL Holdings Limited its Western Hemisphere Deal of the Year, recognizing the successful execution of a landmark energy transaction that is advancing the modernization of energy infrastructure in The Bahamas. Presented at EXIM’s 2026 Annual Conference in Washington, D.C., the award honors transactions that demonstrate […]
Digilearn Bahamas Expands National Engagement with Sixth Public Forum in Grand Bahama
Digilearn Bahamas, in partnership with the University of the Bahamas and a consortium of sponsors, hosted a free, government-funded public forum at Bishop Michael Eldon Auditorium. The hybrid event, offered both in-person and online, forms part of the programme’s ongoing national engagement initiative. The forum marks the sixth installment in the Digilearn Public Series since […]
Hidden Harm: Local Educators Analyze the Impact of Child Sexual Abuse and Trauma
Across The Bahamas, the silent cries of children are beginning to echo. Newly publicized findings from the 2023 Global School-based Student Health Survey have given measurable voice to what educators and child protection advocates have long worked to uncover. Framed within national discussions on child sexual abuse and trauma, the data highlights the downstream outcomes […]
CIBC Caribbean Appoints Terrance Gibson Head of Country
CIBC Caribbean has announced the appointment of Terrance Gibson as Head of Country for The Bahamas. As Head of Country, Gibson will have overall responsibility for the bank’s operations, strategicdirection, and business performance in The Bahamas. He will also continue to oversee theDirector, Personal and Business Banking portfolio until that position is filled. Gibson brings […]
