‘Let’s Talk Disabilities’ – Town Hall Meeting
The National Commission for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), of the Ministry of Social Services Information and Broadcasting, held a Town Hall meeting for Fort Charlotte and neighbouring areas, September 15, 2025 at T. G. Glover Primary School. Held under the theme ‘Let’s Talk Disabilities’ the Town Hall meeting was organized to bring awareness to the […]
Bahamas Named On Major Drug Transit List
The Bahamas has been included on the US Presidential Determination on Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal Year 2026. This is not the first time The Bahamas has been included on the list. In response Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Hon. Fred Mitchell’s only comment on the issue was that […]
Mrs. Ann Marie Davis motivates young ladies at the first Black Girl Magic Summit
My Magic Superpower“Good morning, to all you beautiful young ladies, to our esteemed guests, and all who have gathered here today. It is my absolute honor to look at these bright, young eager faces this morning, and joy to welcome you to the very first Black Girl Magic Summit—a celebration of strength, brilliance, and the limitless […]
Mrs. Ann Marie Davis celebrates International Literacy Day at Thelma Gibson Primary School
Thelma Gibson Primary School celebrated ‘International Literacy Day,’ September 10, with a special assembly attended by Mrs. Ann Marie Davis of the Office of the Spouse of the Prime Minister, who gave keynote remarks. During her visit she toured the school, with school officials and with Member of Parliament, Energy and Transport Minister JoBeth Coleby-Davis. […]
Bahamas Wellness lauds government for VAT reduction on medicine, medical supplies
The founder and CEO of Bahamas Wellness Dr. Arlington Lightbourne today lauded government’s announcement of a reduction in Value Added Tax (VAT) for medicine and medical supplies, calling it “a step in the right direction of recognizing that good health care must be affordable for all.” Dr. Lightbourne, who also serves as president of the […]
Basketball beyond the Walls
The “Peace on the Streets” Basketball Classic, an ongoing tournament was taken to another level, as the pastors and politicians took the game behind the gates of The Bahamas Department of Correctional facility this past weekend. Organized by Ministry of National Security Consultant Carlos Reid, a number of pastors andpoliticians, led by the Honourable Zane […]
Friday’s Microburst: BPL Update
Bahamas Power and Light Chief Operating Officer, Anthony Christie provided an update on power restoration efforts in the wake of a severe weather event that occurred in eastern New Providence on Friday. According to Christie power has been restored in affected areas such as Kool Acres and south Fox Hill. He told reporters on Monday, […]
Operation Poseidon: 21 Foreign Nationals Apprehended
On Thursday, September 12, Officers from the Enforcement Unit, with the assistance of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force, conducted an inspection exercise on a cay north of New Providence. The exercise resulted in the apprehension of twenty-one foreign nationals – fifteen (15) Haitians, three (3) Jamaicans, two (2) Indonesians, and one (1) Indian. All subjects […]
Parliamentary Registration Department conducts public education at training sessions and town hall meeting
Parliamentary Commissioner Harrison Thompson conducted the first of a two-day training session at Breezes Bahamas resort, September 11, 2025 for Family Island Administrators, Local Government Officials and National Security representatives to ensure the integrity of the electoral process. Discussion focused on Family Island voter registration, citizenship/residency, the verification process, electoral procedures, and rollout of the new […]
DPM Cooper Hosts CPA Final Reception and Cultural Display
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper hosted the Final Reception and Cultural Display event of the 47th Regional Conference of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA), Caribbean, Americas and Atlantic Region at Baha Mar Resort, September 12, 2025. The CPA regional conference was conducted at the British Colonial, […]
Bonefish & Tarpon Trust Highlights Summer Achievements and Announces
Upcoming Science & Policy Symposium 2025—Bonefish & Tarpon Trust (BTT) has marked a transformative summer of conservation progress, community engagement, and education across TheBahamas and the broader Caribbean. Building on its mission to conserve bonefish, tarpon, permit, andtheir habitats, BTT is celebrating the successful launch of new restoration infrastructure, expansiveyouth programming, and the upcoming Bonefish […]
Record Enrollment for BAMSI’s Fall Semester
The Bahamas Agriculture and Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) experienced record enrollment — up 15 percent over last year — with the start of the Fall 2025 semester. Alongside an expanding online platform, the growing student body is helping to reshape life in North Andros. This influx of students is fueling economic activity on the island […]
Lou Adderley Park Gets Facelift
Member of Parliament for Marathon, the Hon. Lisa Rahming recently announced the commencement of renovations to the Lou Adderley Park located on Claridge Road. Rahming told ZNS News, “I’m so excited. It may have taken but for a little while but God is good so we’re going to refurbish some of the play instruments, change […]
BPL Smart Meters Launch
Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) Chief Operating Officer, Anthony Christie appeared at a press briefing at the Office of the Prime Minister last week where he was asked about the launch of smart meters. The program is set to launch in Eleuthera next quarter. Christie told reporters, “Eleuthera has had its challenges over the last […]
Jet Ski Related Incident Claims the Life of U.S. Service Member
On Thursday September 11, 2025, U.S. Embassy Chargé d’affaires Kimberly Furnish, along with officers from the U.S. Armed Forces, oversaw the solemn repatriation of the remains of active-duty Alaska Air National Guard Second Lieutenant Robert Rosa. Lieutenant Rosa was killed while on vacation in Nassau in a jet ski related incident. “Our hearts are with […]
