Forestry Unit Hosts Successful Annual Conference in Observance of Forestry Awareness Week
The Forestry Unit hosted its Annual Conference on Thursday March 19, 2026, marking a successful observance of Forestry Awareness Week and reaffirming the nation’s commitment to sustainable environmental management. Under the theme Forests and the Economy, the conference facilitated meaningful dialogue on the critical connection between environmental stewardship and national development. Discussions highlighted the vital […]
Bahamas Forestry Unit Plants Yellow Elder Trees at Holmes Rock Junior High School, Marking Forestry Awareness Week, ‘Forests and Economies’
The Forestry Unit visited the Holmes Rock Junior High School — one of the newest and finest school on the island of Grand Bahama — this week to plant two Yellow Elder _(Tecoma stans)_ trees on the school grounds, marking a milestone moment in the celebration of Forestry Awareness Week. The planting ceremony, attended by […]
San Salvador Central High School students, welcomed by the Governor General
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt welcomed students and teachers of San Salvador Central High School in a courtesy call at Government House on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The post San Salvador Central High School students, welcomed by the Governor General appeared first on ZNS BAHAMAS.
A.F. Adderley Zonta Club students pay a courtesy call on the Governor General
Governor General, Her Excellency the Most Hon. Dame Cynthia A. Pratt received the Executive Members and students of A.F. Adderley Junior High School Zonta Club in a courtesy call at Government House on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The post A.F. Adderley Zonta Club students pay a courtesy call on the Governor General appeared first on […]
Tourism Development Corporation Launches W.I.N. Entrepreneurial Summitto Turn Bahamian Ideas into Real Businesses
The Tourism Development Corporation (TDC) is inviting Bahamians across the archipelago to stop sitting on their ideas and start building them, with the launch of the W.I.N. Entrepreneurial Summit (Where Ideas Network), a dynamic, free national initiative designed to empower entrepreneurs and strengthen the country’s tourism industry from the ground up. Set against the backdrop […]
Nigeria Eyes Bahamas for Agritourism Partnership as Sector Posts Historic Growth
A Nigerian delegation including a Yoruba royal and one of Africa’s leading agripreneurs met with senior Bahamian officials recently, pitching a bilateral partnership that could reshape how The Bahamas approaches food security and agricultural tourism.Her Royal Highness Princess Moradeun Adedoyin-Solarin and Dr Moji Davids, Co-Founder and Group Managing Director of Xtralarge Farms and Resorts, held […]
The Bahamas Modernises Maritime Regulatory Framework
The Bahamas has introduced a comprehensive suite of Merchant Shipping Regulations under the Merchant Shipping Act 2021, scheduled to come into force on 1 April 2026, marking a significant milestone in the modernisation of its regulatory framework. The updated regulations consolidate and enhance the country’s legislative structure for shipping, including registration, fees, marine safety investigations, […]
National Training Agency Announces New Executive Chairman
The Ministry of Labour and the Public Service has announced the appointment of Mr. Kendrick Knowles Sr. as the new Executive Chairman of the National Training Agency (NTA), marking a new chapter in the Agency’s ongoing mission to strengthen workforce development across The Bahamas. Mr. Knowles brings to the role a distinguished 39-year career at […]
Palm Sunday Procession
Parishioners at St. Agnes Anglican Church marched in the streets holding palm branches in observance of Palm Sunday on Sunday. St. Agnes Rector, Father Keith Cartwright spoke with ZNS News about the significance of the day. He said, “Palm Sunday begins the most important week in the life of the Christian church, Holy Week. And […]
Urgent Call To Protect Children
Minister of Social Services, Information and Broadcasting, the Hon. Myles Laroda recently addressed the need to protect children. Laroda told reporters, “this is not something that we take lightly. I have read the reports and sometimes your wonder if Bahamians would actually do some of the things that are there. And so, you know, human […]
Prime Minister Davis Lauds Opening of United Estates Community Clinic on San Salvador
by Eric Rose/Bahamas Information Services Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis said, on March 26, 2026, that the opening of the United Estates Community Clinic was “a very good day for the great people of San Salvador”. “It is an investment into the health and wellbeing of this community and a […]
International Rock Icon Steve Harris to Perform in The Bahamas with British Lion at John Watling’s Distillery, Nassau
The powerhouse musician behind legendary heavy metal band, Iron Maiden, will perform in Nassau with his sideline band, British Lion, marking the first time the Platinum album selling artist has taken the stage in The Bahamas. Iron Maiden is one of the biggest heavy metal bands in the world, having released 41 albums and sold […]
Lyford Cay International School Hosts 3rd Annual Day of Service in Memory of Dr David Mindorff
Lyford Cay International School (LCIS) invited members of its community to take part in a special Day of Service on Saturday, 21 March, held in memory of the school’s former Principal, Dr David Mindorff. Organised by GGYA Coordinator & Chair of Humanities Mr Joshua Purcell, the event took place across both LCIS campuses and brought […]
BTC Reinvents Travel Connectivity with New Tourist eSim
Leading telecommunications provider BTC is redefining how visitors stay connected with the launch of its new Tourist eSIM, a seamless digital solution designed for today’s always-on traveller. The introduction of the Tourist eSIM comes as BTC celebrates major recognition from Ookla, earning top honours for Best Mobile Coverage and Best Mobile Video Experience for the […]
Star Athlete Devynne Charlton greeted by Minister Mario Bowleg upon arrival home
Bahamian Star Athlete and three-time World Athletics Indoor Champion Hurdler, Devynne Charlton returned home to a hero’s welcome on Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at Lynden Pindling International Airport. In attendance to welcome her home were Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg; Mike Sands, NACAC President; and Drumeco Archer, BAAA’s President. Devynne ran and […]
