The Ministry of Foreign Affairs advises members of the public that its diplomatic staff posted to the Embassy of The Bahamas in Haiti, returned to Haiti on Sunday, 10th October, 2021, and have resumed normal operations... 

The Hon. Michael Halkitis, Minister of Economic Affairs, welcomed Her Excellency Sarah Dickson, British High Commissioner to The Bahamas in a courtesy call at the Ministr...

Chinese Ambassador to The Bahamas Her Excellency Dai Qingli paid a courtesy call on Minister of Social Services and Urban Development the Hon. Obadiah Wilchcombe at the M...

The Davis Administration is fully committed to ensuring that young Bahamians get second chances where possible, by expunging minor offence records, where necessary, a...

Minister of Health and Wellness the Hon. Michael Darville traveled to Cat Island, Long Island and Exuma, October 14, 2021 to make an assessment of medical facilities...

See enclosed Remarks by Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Hon. Philip Davis at the 17th Annual 'Abaco Business Outlook' conference (held virtually) October 14, 2021: Good Morning Everyone. I am delighted to have ...

See enclosed remarks by Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs the Hon. Ryan Pinder at MLRO Day observance, October 14, 2021: Good morning to the senior executives of BACO, President Maria Dorsett and team, members of this augus...

A breakthrough surgical procedure performed at the Rand Memorial Hospital (RMH) in Freeport, Grand Bahama heralding a new approach to the delivery of healthcare i...

Despite setbacks and limitations due to COVID-19, Lamont Missick, H.O. Nash; Gerardo Annacius, Anatol Rodgers and Brianna Butterfield of Kingsway Academy, overcame the od...

State Minister with responsibility for the National Insurance Board, the Hon. Myles Laroda paid a visit to NIB headquarters on Blue Hill Road for formal introductions an...

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investment and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper, cabinet ...

The Ministry of Social Services and Urban Development is celebrating October as Older Persons Month under the theme ‘Digital Equity for All Ages.’  The announcem...

In keeping with the government’s commitment to expunge the records of COVID-19 Emergency Orders offenders, the Rehabilitation of Offenders Committee is accepting app...

The Ministry of Health and Wellness announces that the COVID-19 Vaccination Centre Schedule for the period Monday - Saturday, 11th - 16th October, 2021, is now available.    As 11th October, 2021, is celebrated National...

Governor General HE the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith visited the home of centenarian Ms. Louise Elizabeth Simmons and presented her with a floral arrangement and...

The Grand Bahama Utility Company (GBUC) is pleased to announce that development of its new, three-million-gallon Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant has entered the final stage. This step in the process includes the arrival of the final water filtrat...

The Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) recently received the donation of a Portable Xray machine from FitPart Fund Administration Services Limited.  FitPart made the d...

Author Ms. De'Borah Smith of Jacksonville, Florida, presented copies of her book entitled "Build Your Best Life: Understanding the Power of Your Actions and Your Credibil...

The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation recently participated in the 25th Annual International African American Hotel Ownership & Investme...

The Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith, Governor-General and Chancellor of the Societies of Honour hosted the Investiture of National Honours 2021 at the British C...

On Thursday, 7th October, 2021, the Honourable Dr. Michael Darville, Minister of Health and Wellness and the Honourable Zane Lightbourne, Minister of State of Education, led an assessment team to the southern islands to see first-hand the co...

Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister, the Hon. Myles Laroda, said government officials are in the process of reviewing several reports/studies with a vie...

The Cabinet Office wishes to advise the general public that Monday, I I October 2021 will be observed as National Heroes Day. As a result, stores wishing to do so may open for business on this holiday during normal business hours. Employer...

The US State Department Director of Caribbean Affairs Nan Fife led a delegation in paying a courtesy call on Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Public Service the Hon. F...

In keeping with the Commander Defence Force, Commodore Dr. Raymond King’s strategic intent for Decentralization of Defence Force operations, the Honourable Wayne M...

The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) recently held its second annual RBC Race for the Kids Runway to 5K Awards, recognizing 10 outstanding alumni. The ...

New senators were sworn in during a brief ceremony held before the Official Opening of the New Parliament at Baha Mar on Wednesday, 6th October 2021. The Senate cere...

Grand Lucayan Bahamas Reef Golf Course FALL SPECIALS Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday Free Green Fees Cart only 18-holes | Callaway Club Rentals All taxes are i...

Exactly two months ago, Steven “Speedy Stevie” Gardiner made history as the first Bahamian male to win an individual men’s event at the Olympics bringing home the g...

Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith read the ‘Speech from the Throne’ at the Opening of the New Parliament, October 6, 2021 at Ba...

Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis said, on October 6, 2021, that it was a “considerable honour” to congratulate Member of Parliament fo...

Snapshots of the Opening of the New Parliament today at Baha Mar.  (BIS Photos/Patrick Hanna)...

Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg was in Grand Bahama on Monday, October 4, 2021 on a fact-finding mission, visiting a number of proposed offic...

The Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation today announced the appointment of business professional Ms. Latia Duncombe to the post of Deputy Director Genera...

Governor General of The Bahamas, His Excellency Sir Cornelius A. Smith, visited with 107-year-old Jerry Capron at his home on Sunday to commemorate this significant miles...

Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon.Sir Cornelius A. Smith, today, took part in a walkthru for the Opening of Parliament ceremonies, at Baha Mar.  (BI...

On Monday October 4, two hundred ninety-four (294) Haitian males and seventy-four (74) Haitian females appeared in the Magistrate’s Court, Matthew, Inagua before Chief Magistrate Joyann Ferguson-Pratt and Magistrate Shaka Serville, and pled g...

Despite the challenges of the current economic climate and ongoing COVID crisis, Sun Oil Limited, a subsidiary of FOCOL Holdings, continues to stand alongside its custom...

On behalf of the Government and People of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, I wish to extend sincere congratulations to the Government and People of the People’s Republic of China, on the occasion of their 72nd National Day on 1 October 202...

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Aviation and Investments the Hon. Chester Cooper and Minister of Economic Affairs the Hon. Michael Halkitis toured Downtown...

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Aviation and Investments the Hon. Chester Cooper, Parliamentary Secretary John Pinder, and Tourism executives on Friday vi...

The Bahamas Press Club 2014 is saddened over the death of one of its Founding Members and Treasurer, veteran professional photographer Vincent Vaughan. He pass...

The Order of Prorogation issued on August 18, 2021 calls for the House of Assembly to resume on Wednesday, October 6, 2021. While historically the Opening of Parliament is held in Rawson and Parliament Squares, we wish to advise that the Governm...

Our dedicated team in Dubai raced to put the finishing touches to our awesome Bahamas Pavillion in Expo 2020 Dubai, ready for the opening of the event on October 1st....

The Office of The Prime Minister advises the public that the document currently circulating on social media, purporting to be the official list of Statutory Boards and Committees appointments, is not official. At the appropriate time offic...

Join us THIS and EVERY Sunday for our Signature Sunday Champagne Brunch at our Oceanside Portobello's Restaurant from Noon to 4pm. We've got it ...

Today Commissioner of the Bahamas Department of Corrections Charles Murphy was placed on immediate administrative leave pending a full investigation into several issues.  The three areas of immediate and greatest concerns are: 1. ...

Minister of Economic Affairs, the Hon. Michael Halkitis met the staff and toured the offices of the Bahamas National Statistical Institute, Palmdale, on Wednesday, Septem...

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation, the Hon. Chester Cooper, along with Attorney General and Minister of Legal Affairs Senator the Ho...

The Government of The Bahamas remains resolute in addressing the current influx of Haitian migrants attempting to enter The Bahamas.   The number one priority of the government is to defend the territorial sovereignty of The Commonwe...

On 29 September 2021, Her Excellency Dai Qingli, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China to the Commonwealth of The Bahamas, hosted a reception celebrating the 72n...

Minister of Social Services and Urban Development, the Hon. Obadiah H. Wilchcombe, said the Davis Administration will move swiftly to reduce the hurt and suffering in-cou...

Governor General His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Cornelius A. Smith today presented flowers and a letter to Ruth Taylor, daughter of centenarian Frances Dean who celebra...

Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis extends heartfelt congratulations to  Bahamian Jonquel Jones on being named the 2021 Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) MVP.  Jones who plays with the Connecticut Sun, hails...

The curtain is rising on the greatest show on earth after six years of hard work that foretells the harmony, collaboration, persistence, and resilience of the entire worl...

As part of Prime Minister, the Hon. Philip Davis’ commitment to facilitate economic empowerment and advancement in the Bahamas, he welcomed members of the executive team...

The Cabinet Office announces today that a State Recognized Funeral will be held for the late Rev. Dr. Timothy Stewart, Senior Pastor of Bethel Baptist Church, and President of the Progressive National Baptist Convention Inc. on Friday, 1st O...

As a student at the former College of The Bahamas (COB), Randall Pinder dreamt of making his mark on the world. When he returned to his alma mater as a faculty member in...