Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames told the members of the Bahamas Department of Correctional Services (BDOCS) Trainee Correctional Officers ‘A’ Squ...

The International Organization for Migration (IOM/IMO) and Citibank, in conjunction with Leno Trust Bahamas, donated 104 devices (100 tablets and 4 laptops) on Friday...

When Philippe Jn Philippe sent money to Haiti to help with funeral costs for his mother, he had no idea that simple transaction executed at Grace Kennedy Money Services (...

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has taken note of a message being circulated on social media which appears to have originated from the Embassy of The Bahamas in Washington, DC, with advice and recommendations to parents of Bahamian students ...

What seemed an almost impossible dream of putting a tablet into the hands of every student in The Bahamas just four months ago moved a step closer to reality today wi...

The Hon. Chief Justice Sir Brian Moree stated that the Judiciary in The Bahamas has not escaped the intrusive and disruptive impact of COVID-19. Those who are responsib...

NASSAU, The Bahamas - The Government of The Bahamas is about to implement its Resilient Recovery Policy aimed at timely rebuilding process after a disaster, the Minister of State for the Ministry of Disaster Preparedness, Management and Rec...

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Senator the Hon. Carl W. Bethel explained that early in 2020, the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) agreed to an o...

See enclosed remarks by the Hon. Chief Justice Sir Brian Moree at ceremonies marking the Opening of the Legal Year, January 13, 2021 in Rawson Square: My Lords, My Ladies, other Judicial Officers, Mr. Attorney,  President of t...

See enclosed Remarks by Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs the Hon. Carl Bethel at ceremonies marking the Opening of the Legal Year, January 13, 2021: I wish to thank Archbishop Patrick Christopher Pinder, and Bishop Delton Fe...

The Office of the Prime Minister Grand Bahama is pleased to note that Grand Bahama Island was recently listed as one of the ‘21 best Caribbean islands to visit in 2...

Consistent with the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s command philosophy and priority of enhancing the morale and welfare of serving members and veteran...

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs, Senator the Hon. Carl W. Bethel stated that the COVID-19 pandemic, unfortunately, had a turbulent effect on the Regist...

In recognizing and rewarding the efforts of excellence in the workplace consistent with the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Raymond King’s strategic intent of talent...

The spirit of Junkanoo was upheld this year despite the parade cancellations made necessary by the COVID-19 pandemic. More than 40 diehard Junkanoos from all over The...

See enclosed remarks by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis at Bahamas Business Outlook 2021, today: Ladies and Gentlemen: Good Morning.  It has been a longstanding custom for the prime minister to addres...

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on 12 January, issued a statement expressing deep disappointment and concern regarding actions taken by Venezuela pertaining to its long-term border dispute with Guyana, including intimations of the creation...

On 13th January, 2021, six (6) adult Haitian males and one (1) adult Haitian female appeared before Magistrate Debbie Ferguson to answer to the charge of Illegal Landing, contrary to Section 19 (1) of the Immigration Act.    The gr...

Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Senator the Hon. Carl W. Bethel stated that in response to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Court of Appeal introduced remote hea...

The leading investment management firm in The Bahamas has done it again. Colina Financial Advisors Ltd. (CFAL) has received the 2020 Acquisition International (AI) Globa...

The Bahamas Lawn Tennis Association(BLTA) has started a matchplay series to jumpstart tennis play for juniors. The matchplay was started in the last quarter of 2020 at the ...

BPC, the Caribbean and Atlantic margin focused oil and gas company, strongly refutes the claims by various environmental groups in press articles today that the Company d...

The appearance of new variants of the COVID-19 virus in several countries of the Americas, combined with an acceleration in the virus’s spread in virtually every country in the Americas, makes it critical to continue public health measures...

The recognition and relentless efforts of excellence in the workplace continue to showcase throughout the various departments in the Royal Bahamas Defence Force. Remaini...

During the extraordinary times of 2020, many people around the globe were faced with incredible hardships that had profound life changing events. In the past 15 mont...

Ceremonies marking the Opening of the New Legal Year took place this morning, January 13, 2021 in Rawson Square.   Pictured are Chief Justice Sir Brian Moree, ...

The Postmaster General wishes to advise the public of the following: The Post Office Department’s box rental period for the year 2021 began on Tuesday, December 1, 2020.  Customers are advised that the box rental period ...

Please see enclosed the New Year's National Address by Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis, January 12, 2021: Good evening, and a b...

Those working from home, whose number has greatly increased due to the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, need better protection, says the International Labour Organization...

The CDEMA Coordinating Unit has received funding from the United Kingdom Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (UK FCDO) in the amount of £51,000 through the Memo...

The 2021 Bahamas Charter Yacht Show scheduled for late February 2021, postponed until 2022. The Bahamas Charter Yacht Show Committee has announced today, “That after mu...

Ministry of National Security Acting Permanent Secretary and Under Secretary Cheryl Darville joined the National Neighbourhood Watch Council (NNWC) and corporate sponsor...

In 2020, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) received commitments for more than $263 million to provide technical support and supplies for the fight against COVID-19 in the Americas.  “We are grateful to all of our partners wh...

The Organization of American States (OAS) and the Central Electoral Board of the Dominican Republic signed an agreement today to promote the quality of the electoral proc...

The Ministry of Finance is pleased to announce the expansion of tax relief measures under the Special Economic Recovery Zone (SERZ) Extension Order for the islands of Grand Bahama and the Abacos. Earlier today, Cabinet approv...

RF Holdings Limited, parent company to a group of investment banks in The Bahamas, Barbados, and The Cayman Islands, has entered into partnership with financial techn...

The National Insurance Board, is pleased to advise that approval has been granted to extend the grace period for long term benefit verifications as follows: •    1st July, 2021 for all persons aged 60 and over (all benefits,...

The Islands of The Bahamas are kicking off the New Year with new hotel opening, continued reopenings and increased airlift from major international markets, giving travelers plenty of reasons to add the destination to their 2021 bucket lists...

My fellow citizens, today we celebrate an event that marked a turning point in our nation’s history. Majority Rule is the culmination of years of struggles, sacrifices and agitation by those who came before us. From the rebellion of slaves...

Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin Dames joined representatives of law enforcement agencies at the Royal Bahamas Defence Force HMBS Coral Harbour, on January 7...

Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources, the Hon. Michael Pintard encouraged a group of high school Apprenticeship Programme participants in Grand Bahama to “find...

Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith (seated, front row) headed the list of government officials attending the Ecumenical Service in ...

During the 2020 Christmas season, the Operation Feed the Needs programme of New Providence Community Church (NPCC) raised $32,000 for families from Grand Bahama and Abac...

The Royal Bahamas Defence Force congratulates Captain Whitfield Neely, who was bestowed with the honor as a Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire by He...

Alumni of Saint Augustine’s College (SAC) Class of 1977 on Friday presented the Ministry of Education with 39 tablets for student use to assist in virtual learning....

In its first national press conference for 2021, the Ministry of Health unveiled a number of initiatives aimed at curbing the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the c...

See enclosed Remarks by Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis at the Official Opening of the New Roderick Newton Higgs Bridge, Spanish Wells, Eleuthera, Ja...

See enclosed remarks by Minister of Health the Hon. Renward Wells at a COVID-19 Update, January 8, 2021 at the Ministry.  Also attached is a graphical presentation b...

With the demand for food security assistance remaining at record levels, the Bahamas Feeding Network (BFN) announced this week it has moved into new temporary headquarter...

The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today congratulated Paraguay for banning smoking of lit or electronic tobacco products in enclosed public spaces as well as crowded outdoor places. With this decree, Paraguay joined the rest of South...

After working on Our Garden, Community Garden on Saturday, December 12th 2020, EARTHCARE Eco Kids and EARTHCARE Volunteers toured the world’s first...

University of The Bahamas (UB) announces the appointment of Professor Sarim Al-Zubaidy as Executive Vice President (EVP), effective Monday 4th January 2020. An officer of...

The Bahamas Reef Environment Educational Foundation (BREEF) extends heartfelt thanks to all its local and international supporters who adopted coral for themselves or loved...

During his Official Remarks at the Royal Bahamas Police Force’s New Year’s Church Service 2021 (January 3) Minister of National Security the Hon. Marvin H. Dames said...

Back By Popular Demand Uppercut 242 returns this Friday to perform from 7pm to 9pm! You won't want to miss this encore performance by Grand Bahama's favorite multi-ge...

Along with his former colleagues and many Bahamians, I was saddened today to learn of the death of Sir William (Bill) Allen, KCMG. Sir William loved his country.  He was one of the most accomplished Bahamians of his generation. He j...

Former Governor of the Central Bank, Sir William Allen passed away today.  Sir William served the nation as a Senator, Minister of State in ...

The Cabinet Office announces today that an Ecumenical Service commemorating 54 years of Majority Rule will be held on Monday, 11th January, 2021 at Grant’s Town Wesley Methodist Church, Baillou Hill Road and Chapel Street at 10:00 a.m. I...