Ministry of Social Services – the ‘conscience of our nation,’ said Minister Barbara Cartwright
Remarks by Minister of Social Services, Sen. the Hon. Barbara Cartwright At a Town Hall Meeting of the Disabled Community – ‘Let’s Talk Disabilities Affairs’ – at D.W. Davis High School September 30, 2026 “Tonight, it is truly an honor to stand before you, at this Town Hall Meeting of the Secretariat of the National Commission […]
The Royal Visit Of His Majesty King Charles III To The Commonwealth Of The Bahamas
The Government of The Bahamas is pleased to announce that His Majesty King Charles III, Head of State of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, will undertake an official Royal Visit to The Bahamas from Tuesday, 27 October to Thursday, 29 October 2026. The visit will take place ahead of His Majesty’s attendance at the Commonwealth […]
Building Boys, Shaping Futures – Min. Rolle Takes Message Of Purpose To E. P Roberts
Building confident young men begins with helping boys understand their value, discover their potential and recognize that the choices they make today can shape the men they become tomorrow. That message of purpose, possibility and personal responsibility was at the heart of an engaging session at E.P. Roberts Primary School, where Minister of State in the Ministry […]
Sameer Bhatti Steps Down as BTC CEO
BTC’s Board of Directors has been informed by Mr. Bhatti of his decision to step down as Chief Executive Officer to pursue other professional opportunities. Mr. Bhatti has committed his full support to ensuring a smooth and orderly leadership transition, and we thank him for his commitment, dedication, and significant contributions during his tenure with […]
Unemployment Rate Declines in the First Quarter of 2026
Press Release The Bahamas National Statistical Institute has released its labour force survey for the first quarter of 2026. The findings show another third consecutive decline in the unemployment rate which now stands at 8.1% The rate stood at 8.8% in the third quarter of 2025 and 8.7% in the fourth quarter. Press Release_LFS_2026_Q1Download The […]
Seniors encouraged to embrace and enjoy their golden years as Older Persons Month begins
Older Bahamians were encouraged to embrace their golden years as a season of purpose, joy and fulfilment as the Ministry of Social Services officially opened Older Persons and Blindness Awareness Month 2026 with a church service at Bible Truth Ministries on October 1. Senior Pastor of Bible Truth Ministries, Pastor Ellison Greenslade, delivered a stirring […]
Disaster Risk Management Officials Meet with British High Commissioners to Exchange Best Practices
Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister with responsibility for the Disaster Risk Management Authority (DRM), Broadcasting and Bahamas Information Services, the Hon. McKell Bonaby met with the British High Commissioner to The Bahamas, Her Excellency Smita Rossetti and the British High Commissioner to Jamaica, Her Excellency Alicia Herbert on Thursday, October […]
70 Marine Protected Areas Assessed in National Conservation Effort
The Bahamas Project for Marine Conservation (BPMC) reached a major milestone this year by successfully assessing 70 Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) across the country. The evaluations were conducted using the internationally standardized Management Effectiveness Tracking Tool (METT), which provides a clearer picture of existing strengths and areas needing improvement. Project partners included the Bahamas National […]
October is National Youth Month – celebrating the talent, creativity, and ambition of the young
During his Remarks at the Official Launch of National Youth Month (October), and BeInspired Pop-Up, on September 26, 2026, Minister of Youth and Sports the Hon. Mario Bowleg stated that the day was more than the beginning of a month of activities. “It is a celebration of the talent, creativity, ambition, resilience, and potential of […]
25 Haitian Nationals Apprehended In “Operation Hope” – Abaco
The Department’s Enforcement Unit in Abaco apprehended twenty-five (25) Haitian nationals, 24 males and 1 female, during a three-day enforcement operation conducted throughout Hope Town, Abaco, from September 28–30, 2026. Dubbed “Operation Hope,” the Immigration-led exercise was conducted with the assistance of the Royal Bahamas Police Force. Those apprehended were found in breach of various […]
Bahamas Nurses Union Ordered to Hold Elections
The Bahamas Nurses Union has been ordered by Justice Camille Darville Gomez to hold elections after a court battle among members of the union. The action was brought by five executives of the union against President Muriel Lightbourne and Sherran Rolle, Treasurer. Among other things, the group sought to have the court deem the suspensions […]
Government to Remove VAT from Trust Services and Launch Family Office Programme
The Government will remove Value Added Tax from trust services by the end of 2026 and will also remove VAT from transfers of property into trusts for specified beneficiaries, including family members, Minister of Economic Affairs Senator the Hon Jerome Fitzgerald announced today. The measures form part of a wider plan to make The Bahamas […]
Min. Fitzgerald Promotes The Bahamas as Global Investment, Wealth and Lifestyle Destination
The Bahamas is positioning itself as a leading destination for globally mobile individuals, families, family offices and investors seeking a jurisdiction where they can live, work, invest and enjoy their wealth, Minister of Economic Affairs Senator the Hon. Jerome Fitzgerald said as he addressed the New York Outbound Summit USA at the Hilton Hotel in […]
PM Davis tells UN there’s no uncertainty in the climate crisis
During his National Statement at the 81st United Nations General Assembly, on September 25, 2026, Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Davis noted that, when it came to the climate crisis, there was no uncertainty. “The sea does not negotiate,” he said. “It does not read communiqués; and it does not recognise a veto.” He added: […]
MOT Launches “Dock Anchor & Discover” Campaign
As part of its ongoing strategy to continue to grow the destination’s share of the global superyacht market, The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism (BMOT) moved to cement The Bahamas’ position as more than a destination, but a superyacht hub, at the 35th Monaco Yacht Show, held 23–26 September. The expanded presence marked a strategic move […]
