Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, O.N., GCMG, presented Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Edward Davis, QC., with the Instrument of App...

The Honourable Philip Edward Davis, Q.C.,MP was sworn in as Prime Minister of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas in a private ceremony at the offices of The Governor Genera...

Across The Bahamas, thousands of eligible voters headed to the polls on September 16, 2021 to cast their ballots in the 2021 General Election.  Adherence to rigid he...

Minister of National Security, the Hon. Marvin Dames tours the A. F. Adderley Junior High School Polling Location, on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, ahead of the Gene...

Bishop Charles Young’s vast contributions to society at the church, community and civic levels are a testament to the saying that a man’s greatness is truly measu...

Analysis of COVID-19 data by the Ministry of Health for the period 1st January - 12th September 2021 is beginning to show a decrease in the number of new cases of COVID-19 as the result of the aggressive vaccination campaign and increa...

The Office of the Prime Minister wishes to advise that those in quarantine who are registered to vote in the 16 September 2021 general election will be permitted to leave quarantine to cast their vote. In accordance with the Emergency Powe...

NEWS ITEM ON ISSUED BY THE BAHAMAS DEPARTMENT OF METEOROLOGY FORECAST OFFICE SECTION, AT 6 AM MONDAY 13TH SEPTEMBER 2021. ...NICHOLAS FORECAST TO CAUSE FLASH FLOODING, DANGEROUS STORM SURGE AND GUSTY WINDS LATER TODAY...  AT 5 AM EDT, TH...

At the end of the Lie-in-State of former Member of Parliament, the late Peter Galanos, the National Flag was presented to the Galanos family in Parliament Square, Friday ...

Today the Ministry of Health received results from the FIOCRUZ Laboratory in Brazil that confirms the presence of the highly transmissible Delta variant of COVID-19 in The Bahamas. The National Reference Laboratory submitted ninety-eight (98...

The Bahamas Development Bank (“The Bank” or “BDB”) places great focus on progressing the country’s National Development Plan as well as the Sustainable Development Goals inclusive of Goal 5, Gender Equality and Women’s Empo...

Special Envoy for Argentina Ambassador Gustavo Martinez Pandiani (left) met with Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Peter Deveaux-Isaacs today at the...

The Secretary General of the Commonwealth, the Rt. Hon. Patricia Scotland, QC, currently participating in the Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA) Conference at Bah...

The Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith (left), gave an address at the opening of the Commonwealth Lawyers Association (CLA) Conference ...

The National Emergency Medical Services (NEMS) is appealing to members of the public reporting a medical emergency through 919 to identify wherever possible, the likelihood that they may be COVID positive. The appeal comes as Emergency Servi...

His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, Governor General (centre), received the Rt. Hon. Lord Justice Dingemans in a courtesy call at the Office of the Gover...

The Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources has recognized the international success of AgroVillages to significantly increase economic growth and employment generat...

The University continues to work to protect the collective safety and good health of the university community whilst ensuring the continued operation of the institution. After input from various stakeholders, a revised COVID-19 Policy has be...

Tourism Development Corporation (TDC) and Ministry of Tourism and Aviation officials are partnering with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and European experts to develop and strengthen certification systems in The Bahamas. The ai...

Select COVID-19 Vaccination Centers on New Providence will offer extended hours this week to better accommodate school-aged children eligible to receive the Pfizer vaccine. The Kendal Isaacs Gym, St. Joseph’s Parish Hall and Loyola Hall ...

Secretary General of the Commonwealth, Her Excellency Patricia Scotland, QC, made a courtesy call on Minister of Education the Hon. Jeffrey Lloyd, on Friday, September 3,...

“Today, we remember.  Today, we remember the victims of Hurricane Dorian and we remember the family members of those victims; we remember the survivors of Hurrica...

Minister of Foreign Affairs the Hon. Darren Henfield reiterated the commitment of the Government of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the long-term reconstruction of Aba...

The Government of The Commonwealth of The Bahamas intends to issue a Request for Pre-qualifications (RFpQ) for The Bahamas Airports PPP Program and invites interested private sector parties to submit their qualifications for consideration. ...

In order to remain compliant with national emergency health regulations and protect the health and welfare of the University community, our COVID-19 response policies...

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Seafood Friday will end Friday September 10th. If you haven't had the chance to experience Grand Bahama's most popular Oceanside Seafood dinner ...

Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith (right) made a presentation to Walter Wells during a courtesy call today at the Office of the Governo...

“What can you do when caught in a situation you cannot control?,” this is the question Flo Miller, author, Bahamian fashion icon and entrepreneur asked herself during...

Focus on how to build and promote good character through events and activities took place at the recent online Character Day Bahamas workshops held over 2 days in August....

Captains Valerie Talbot and Eric Larson of Delray Beach, Florida have officially been inducted as Flying Ambassadors for The Islands of The Bahamas.   The hist...

Sir Godfrey Kelly (left) and Lady Kelly paid a courtesy call on Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith at the Office of the Governor Genera...

The Ministry of Education (MOE) announced the results of the 2021 National Examinations at a press conference Monday, August 30, 2021. The Hon. Jeffrey Lloyd, Minister o...

The Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) Emergency Department advises the public that persons presenting to the Emergency Department who have had a PCR or Rapid Antigen test within 72hours should bring a copy of their test results when seeking E...

An aspiring businesswoman and a future attorney are the latest Lewis Scholarship recipients seeking higher education at the University of Central Florida (UCF). The Found...

Escape to the turquoise waters of The Bahamas to explore ultimate island seclusion and marvel at the natural wonders beneath the surface. With new adventure-seeking excursions, renovated amenities and hot deals, travellers looking to book t...

Freeport Grand Bahama Island - Sundays at Portobellos Oceanside Restaurant, Lighthouse Pointe at Grand Lucayan has become the new standard for discerning Baha...

In pomp and ceremony, the nation bid farewell to the Most Hon. Arthur Dion Hanna, who was honoured as a nation builder, man for all seasons, and a man of courage. ...

The Ministry of Finance is preparing and finalizing the Pre-Election and Fiscal Update for publication online tomorrow, August 27th 2021, in keeping with the legal requirements of the Fiscal Responsibility Act, 2018.   The Fiscal Cou...

The Parliamentary Registration Department advises the public that the Parliamentary Registration Department's Advance Poll Call Centre may be contacted at 362-3888\ or 601-3001.  The Toll-Free numbers are 1-242-300-5718 or 1-242-300-226...

Tourism Development Corporation (TDC) officials are urging tourism-related enterprises to obtain the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Safe Travels Stamp. Late last year, the WTTC recognized The Bahamas as a “Safe Travels” destinat...

The Parliamentary Registration Department advises the public that as is the normal practice, the 2021 General Election Advance Poll will be conducted on the islands of New Providence, Grand Bahama and at designated Embassy or High Commiss...

The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), recently augmented its local and regional communications systems following the receipt of an $8,000 grant from the Caribb...

Government commits to meet demand for Young Professionals housing lots Approximately 1,500 applications have been received for housing lots in the Prospect Ridge Community for Young Professionals, the Committee for the Development of Commun...

As part of the Real Estate Association’, ongoing strategy and efforts to preserve the integrity of the sector and safeguard the industry for the exclusive operation and...

A great deal just got even better! Local residents can now SAVE up to 50% off on Staycation Rooms at Lighthouse Pointe during their Fall Flash (Room Only) Promotion. Roo...

Beginning Monday, August 30, Government operated schools throughout the nation will begin the new school year 2021-2022 using the virtual learning format. The Hon. Jeffrey Lloyd, Minister of Education, made the announcement in a Back-T...

With the recent win of two Olympic gold medals for The Bahamas by Shaunae Miller-Uibo and Steven Gardiner for their individual 400 m races, we can keep the positive vibes...

Glenys Hanna Martin, M.P., bids farewell during the Lie-in-State of her father, the late the Most Hon. Arthur Dion Hanna, in the House of Assembly today.  His State...

Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith paid his respects this morning at the Lie-in-State of former Governor General, Deputy Prime Minister...

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis paid respects today, August 24, at the Lie-in-State of former Governor General, Deputy Prim...

The Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith conveys condolences to the family of the late, the Most Hon. Arthur Dion Hanna, former Governor ...

The Cabinet Office announces today that a State Funeral will be held for the late The Most Honourable Arthur Dion Hanna, O.N., former Governor-General, Deputy Prime Minister, Cabinet Minister and Parliamentarian, on Thursday, 26th August, 20...

The University of The Bahamas and The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute strongly condemn the language and behaviour displayed in a satirical video posted on ...

Goveror General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith administered the swearing in of Bahamas Industrial Tribunal Vice-President (Northern Region) Helen Alm...

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation has taken note of the updated travel advisory issued from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) increasing its travel recommendation for The Bahamas from a Level 3 to a Level 4 d...

COVID-19 vaccination teams are scheduled to return to the Family Islands this week, starting on mainland Abaco, Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis announced Sunday in an address to the nation. The Prime Minister said vacci...

See enclosed National Address by the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance -- Update on COVID-19, Sunday, August 22, 2021: Bahamians every...

It is said that hard work pays off and for new Blockchain enthusiast Sarah Anderson 19, she was recently recognized for completing her Blockchain course by ConsenSys Acad...