Waterkeepers Bahamas Concludes Mangrove Planting Season with Successful Community Restoration Event
Waterkeepers Bahamas proudly marked the conclusion of its 2025-2026 mangrove planting season with a highly successful community restoration event, “Everything Must Plant,” held at Dover Sound. With the support of dedicated volunteers, partners, and community members, approximately 4,000 mangroveswere planted in just two hours, helping to strengthen Grand Bahama’s coastal ecosystems andenhance climate resilience. Members […]
The DPM Meets with BTVI Board Members and Learns of the Institute’s Future Plans
The Board of Directors at the Bahamas Vocational and Technical Institute (BTVI) led by Chairman Elvin Taylor and President Keyshan L. Bastian, along with other officials, introduced themselves and updated the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technology the Hon. Chester Cooper on the Institute’s progress in supporting the national workforce development […]
Lower Energy Costs
Minister of Energy, Utilities and Aviation, the Hon. Jobeth Coleby-Davis announced the lowering of energy bills for consumers on the island of Grand Bahama while making her contribution to the 2026/2027 budget debate in the House of Assembly on Wednesday. Coleby-Davis told Parliamentarians approximately 17,000 households and 1,500 businesses should see their electricity bills significantly […]
Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board Partners Receive Smart Stars Recognition from 14th Annual Smart Meetings Planner’s Choice Awards
Two of the Nassau & Paradise Island Promotion Board resort partners have been recognised as Smart Stars in Smart Meetings’ 14th Annual Planner’s Choice Awards across four categories, highlighting the destination’s ability to deliver memorable experiences that blend business, leisure, culture and entertainment in one of the Caribbean’s most dynamic settings. In this year’s guide to the “best of the best”, Nassau & […]
CIBC Caribbean Cards Can Now Be Added to Google Wallets
CIBC Caribbean today announced that its Visa Debit, Visa Credit and Mastercard Credit Cards can now be added to Google Wallets, enabling its clients to make secure, fast and convenient digital payments using their compatible Android device. Google Wallet enables cardholders to take advantage of simple and secure contactless payments and digital card storage on […]
Hands For Hunger Tackles Food Insecurity with CIBC Caribbean’s Support
Hands for Hunger goes beyond filling cupboards and feeding those in need by working to create pathways toward greater independence and stability for the communities they serve. The non-profit’s work is grounded in the belief that lasting change comes from helping people access the support, knowledge, and opportunities needed to build stronger futures. Through programmes […]
Ninety Foreign Nationals Removed In Enforcement Operations
Today, the Deportation and Removal Units successfully executed deportation orders, resulting in the removal of seventy-one (71) Haitian nationals and three (3) Cuban nationals. The first group, consisting of nine Haitian males, departed New Providence at 9:04 a.m. aboard aLeAir flight bound for Cap-Haitien, Haiti. A second group of sixty-two Haitian nationals, comprising forty-nine males […]
Commissioner of Corrections – Letter of Apology Regarding Remarks Made During the Signing-On Ceremony
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The Bahamas Transport Minister Leads Delegation to Posidonia 2026
The Hon. Leon Lundy, The Bahamas Minister of Transport, led a high-level delegation to Posidonia 2026 in Greece, just weeks after taking office, underscoring the Government’s commitment to supporting The Bahamas Ship Registry and strengthening relationships with one of its most important maritime markets.As one of the world’s leading ship registries, The Bahamas maintains longstanding […]
Min. Halkitis Addresses Budget Commentary on Public Procurement
While addressing the topic of budget commentary, on June 8, 2026, Minister of Finance the Hon. Michael Halkitis noted that the Government was aware that there had been some public discussion and even criticism regarding the public procurement practices, including suggestions that procedures were being misused or bypassed. “While we accept the observations, we must […]
Min. Glover-Rolle Outlines The Bahamas’ Vision for AI and the Future of Work at ILO Conference
On Tuesday, 9 June 2026, Minister of Labour, Public Service and National Insurance, Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle, outlined The Bahamas’ approach to artificial intelligence and the future of work during an address to delegates at the 114th Session of the International Labour Conference, positioning the country as an active participant in shaping how emerging technologies benefit […]
From Startup to Stability: How Omega Aviation Built a Strong Foundation with Scotiabank Bahamas
Press Release For entrepreneur Jermaine Bannister, building a successful aviation services company required more than determination and hard work. It required the right partnerships, sound financial guidance and a long-term vision for growth. Today, Omega Aviation provides ground handling and security services to both international and domestic airlines operating in The Bahamas. The company has […]
Prime Minister Davis Joins DPM Cooper to Mark Two Million Breakfasts Served in Primary Schools
The Office of the Prime Minister advises that Prime Minister the Hon. Philip Edward Davis KC, MP today joined the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Science and Technology, the Hon. I. Chester Cooper, at Claridge Primary School to mark a major achievement in the National School Breakfast Programme: two million breakfasts served to […]
Bahamas Dept. of Correctional Services welcomes an 81-member young squad for training
The Bahamas Department of Correctional Services held its official Signing In Ceremony on Monday, June 8, 2026 at the Correctional Training Center, Fox Hill Road. With a squad comprising 81 candidates present, Correctional Services Commissioner Doan Cleare, explained that officially the squad will comprise 88 candidates, with 81 persons present, and 7 more to be […]
Min. Halkitis Hosts Caribbean Development Bank Meeting to ‘Cultural Expressions’ showcase
Minister of Finance and Governor of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) to The Bahamas the Hon. Michael Halkitis hosted a “Cultural Expression” showcase, on June 4, 2026, on the Occasion of the 56th Annual Meeting of the Caribbean Development Bank. Among those present were Minister of Culture, Arts, and Heritage the Hon. Leslia Brice; CDB […]
