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Fri, 25 Feb 2022 16:17:24 EDT
Appointment of Ambassadors to the United Nations and Cuba
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis announced the Appointment of Stan Smith as Ambassador to the United Nations; and Dr. Ellison Rahming as Ambas...

Fri, 25 Feb 2022 12:46:46 EDT
Youth Minister issues challenge to young men during annual conference in GB
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Hon. Mario Bowleg threw out a challenge to a church filled with boys and young men: “You could be a thermostat, or you could be ...

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 14:38:13 EDT
State-Minister encourages participants of ‘historic’ GBV Law Review Forum to continue dialogue in both public and private spaces
The Ministry of Social Services and Urban Development’s three-day National Gender-Based Violence (GBV)/Discriminatory Law Review Forum will be etched in Bahamian hi...

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 11:23:48 EDT
Minister Sweeting Participates in AIM Ministerial Meeting in Dubai
Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs, the Hon. Clay Sweeting, participated in the Agriculture Innovation Missi...

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 10:14:55 EDT
State-Minister for Disaster Preparedness meets with UN team
Minister of State in the Office of the Prime Minister, the Hon. Myles K. LaRoda, recently held discussions with United Nations Resident Coordinator for The Bahamas, Dr. G...

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 19:36:15 EDT
University of The Bahamas Invited to Share Lessons in Digital Transformation at Global Conference
The systems, processes and procedures of University of The Bahamas (UB) are far more digitalized today than they were before Hurricane Dorian or even the COVID-19 pan...

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 18:19:20 EDT
Congratulatory message on St. Lucia's independence
The Government and people of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas extend congratulations to the Government and people of Saint Lucia as they celebrate forty-three (43) years of Independence. The Bahamas remains committed to working with the Gov...

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 17:56:35 EDT
Nassau Flight Services Board Meets with Airport Union
The Airport Airline and Allied Workers Union (AAAWU) met with Nassau Flight Services Board to discuss matters of mutual interest in the aviation industry.The meeting was ...

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 02:33:01 EDT
Minister Sweeting - Remarks at 'Food for Future Summit' in Dubai
See enclosed remarks from Minister Sweeting's address today at the Food for Future Summit at the World Expo 2020 in Dubai: Ladies and Gentlemen, I am ho...

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 20:47:26 EDT
Attorney Murrio Ducille named QC
Murrio Ducille, attorney at law, has achieved the status of Queen’s Counsel and will officially receive his instruments during the February 24, 2022 Call to the Bar at ...

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 13:20:58 EDT
Illegal Structure to be removed
The Ministry of Works & Utilities (MOWU) is aware of a video circulating on social media concerning an illegal wooden structure on Junkanoo Beach, at the rear of the Margaritaville Beach Resort property.  The Ministry can confirm...

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 12:32:22 EDT
University of The Bahamas Honouring Excellence Among Alumni at Hall of Fame Ceremony
University of The Bahamas is preparing to honour a cadre of alumni as examples of the excellence that defines graduates of the institutions who are making substantive contributions to the public and private sector, leading innovation and hel...

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 10:31:09 EDT
Minister of Foreign Affairs on the Birthday of Sir Sidney Poitier
The Government of The Bahamas wishes to mark this day, on what would have been the 95th birthday of Sir Sidney Poitier, the Bahamian actor, producer, diplomat, writer.&nb...

Mon, 21 Feb 2022 09:15:23 EDT
Prime Minister Davis Announces Wendall Jones as Ambassador to the US; and also outlines new Foreign Service Initiatives
During his announcement of Wendall Jones as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas to the United States of America and Non-Reside...

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 20:50:53 EDT
CARDI announces appointment of new Executive Director
The Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI), the Honorable Crenston C. Buffonge, Minister of Agricultu...

Fri, 18 Feb 2022 11:29:31 EDT
Minister of Foreign Affairs on the passing of former Belize Prime Minister
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has sent a note of condolences to the Government of Belize on the passing of the country’s second prime minister the Rt. Honourable Sir ...

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 19:01:04 EDT
Port Security to be tested
Royal Bahamas Defence Force (RBDF) Senior Lieutenant Bertram Bowleg, former International Ship and Port Facility Security Heritage Coordinator, at a press conference, Fe...

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 13:08:25 EDT
Presentation by Prime Minister Davis, in the House of Assembly, on the BAMSI Bill, 2022
See enclosed remarks by Prime Minister and MInister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis on the BAMSI Bill, 2022 in the House of Assembly on February 16, 2022: M...

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 11:18:33 EDT
MOTIA holds bilateral talks with Saudis
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper met with His Excellency Mr. Ahmad Agil Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of t...

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 17:16:37 EDT
A Heartfelt Send-Off for Foreign Affairs Permanent Secretary Peter Deveaux-Isaacs
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Monday, February 14, held a special farewell reception for Permanent Secretary Mr. Peter Deveaux-Isaacs, Sr. After over 30 years in the...

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 13:17:51 EDT
New England Institute of Technology strengthens ties with BTVI
The Bahamas Technical and Vocational Institute (BTVI) recently hosted officials of the New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) to further develop a partnership between...

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 12:56:25 EDT
UAE Technical Assistance MOU Signed in Duba
A Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Public Service of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas the Hon. Fred Mitchell, and Assista...

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 10:51:25 EDT
IDB gives UB-North a $500,000 grant
The University of The Bahamas, North, announced February 4, 2022 that the university has received a grant of $500,000 from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) as p...

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 22:08:00 EDT
"Tomorrow Starts Today" for new COHORT 19 of the National Training Agency
The National Training Agency (NTA) held an orientation for its latest group of participants, COHORT 19, February 15, 2022 at its Gladstone Road offices.  The gro...

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 21:30:42 EDT
Franklyn Williams takes the Oath of Office as Acting Director of Public Prosecutions
Franklyn Williams (pictured left) took the Oath of Office as Acting Director of Public Prosecutions, administered by Governor General, His Excellency the Most Hon. Sir Co...

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:56:18 EDT
BBS Learners test their blockchain projects on Ethereum to earn Developer Certificate
Four Bahamian participants from the 2021 Blockchain Business School (BBS), ages 13 to their late 20’s, are earning their developer’s certificates to become blockchain...

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 14:49:37 EDT
Ministry of the Public Service, Northern Region, to be restructured
Minister of State for Public Service, the Hon. Pia Glover-Rolle, announced, February 11, 2022 during a visit to Grand Bahama that the Ministry will undergo restructuring ...

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 14:42:52 EDT
Cultural Minister meets with Grand Bahama Junkanoo leaders to hear their concerns
Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, the Hon. Mario Bowleg told junkanoo leaders in Grand Bahama that at the end of the day, Grand Bahama needs to establish its own Ju...

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 12:27:53 EDT
Bahamas welcomes Delegation from Saudi Arabia Tourism
The Bahamas welcomed His Excellency Ahmad Agil Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism, and the Chairman of the Saudi Development Fund of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to an Offic...

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 10:25:09 EDT
Senators spread love to Great Commission Ministries
Senators shared love with Bishop Walter Hanchell and Great Commission Ministries February 14, 2022 with a donation of fresh fruit, vegetables and cash. Senate Preside...

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 16:32:56 EDT
MOTIA Opens New $20 Million Ferry Terminal in Abaco
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation (MOTIA), the Hon. Chester Cooper officially opened Bahamas Fast Ferries new $20 million termi...

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 10:10:31 EDT
PM Davis: ‘Multi-Country Sustainable Development Co-Operation Framework’ reflects determination to strengthen regional collaboration towards a common goal
During the Occasion of The Bahamas becoming a signatory to the United Nations Multi-Country Sustainable Development Co-Operation Framework, on February 11, 2022, Prime M...

Mon, 14 Feb 2022 09:06:07 EDT
Minister Sweeting To Speak At Food For Future Summit and Expo in Dubai This Month
Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs Hon. Clay Sweeting will bring remarks at the inaugural Food for Summit and Expo in Dubai from February 23-24. Minister of Environment and Climate Change HE Miriam Al Mheiri ...

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 13:44:39 EDT
Youth Minister Mario Bowleg relaunches Fresh Start Program in GB
“We can always build the future for our youth, but our youth must prepare themselves for the future,” said Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture, Hon. Mario Bowl...

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:34:42 EDT
Minister Clay Sweeting installs over 30 local government officers in Grand Bahama
Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs, Hon. Clay Sweeting told newly elected Local Government officials that now is a good time to be in l...

Fri, 11 Feb 2022 15:10:30 EDT
New Board Announced for Access Accelerator Small Business Development Centre
The government has announced that the Small Business Development Centre (SBDC) has a new board of Directors. The announcement was made on Thursday, 10th February at the ...

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 16:25:34 EDT
New BAMSI President Pays a Courtesy Call on the Minister of Social Services & Urban Development
NEWLY APPOINTED President of the Bahamas Agriculture & Marine Science Institute (BAMSI) Senator The Honorable Dr. Erecia Hepburn on Tuesday paid a courtesy call t...

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 15:14:06 EDT
UB Expands Partner Institutions for College Credit Transfer
University of The Bahamas (UB) has forged a partnership with Saylor Academy, an open access education provider, to increase pathways to higher learning and professional development. UB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Sayl...

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 08:00:43 EDT
Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper paid respects to the Late Rev. Dr. Charles W. Saunders
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper paid respects to the late Rev. Dr. Charles W. Saunders CM, CBE, JP, Pastor...

Sat, 05 Feb 2022 23:29:52 EDT
PAHO Helping Bahamas in Climate Change Resilience
PAHO is working with the Ministry of Health and Wellness and the Department of Environmental Planning and Protection to implement a project: “Strengthening Climate Resilient Health Systems in The Bahamas”. The expected product is the completion...

Tue, 01 Feb 2022 20:05:23 EDT
22nd Annual Christmas Bird Count in Honour of the Late Erika Gates
In December 2021 and January 2022, the Grand Bahama Island Birders (GBIB) group conducted its 22nd annual Christmas Bird Count. This was the first time that GBIB ...

Fri, 14 Jan 2022 12:08:01 EDT
New Hotel Licensing Board Meets
The Hon. Chester Cooper, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (MOTIA) met with the new Hotel Licensing Board, January 12, 2022. ...

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 15:47:46 EDT
Over 600 Nominate for Local Government Elections
Minister of Agriculture, Marine Resources and Family Island Affairs, the Hon. Clay Sweeting, said he is pleased with the number of individuals who recently nominated for the upcoming Local Government elections on January 27. Nomination Day ...

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:38:09 EDT
Prime Minister Davis Pays Tribute to Sir Sidney Poitier in the House of Assembly
During his tribute to Bahamian icon the late Sir Sidney Poitier, on January 12, 2022, in the House of Assembly, Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Da...

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:24:30 EDT
PM Davis joins Ministers on Tour of Schools
Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Philip Davis joined Minister of Education and Technical & Vocational Training the Hon. Glenys Hanna Martin; Minister o...

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 13:16:19 EDT
DPM Cooper meets Board and Executives of Bahamasair
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments  & Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper meets and greets the Bahamasair Board and Executive Team ...

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 09:12:27 EDT
Fact sheet - Ministry of Youth Sports and Culture Virtual Junkanoo Parade
The Government of The Bahamas, through the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Culture, grants a stipend to all Junkanoo organizations to assist in their participation in Junkanoo parades.  In our commitment to transparency, the Ministry...

Tue, 04 Jan 2022 00:37:43 EDT
Nassau Village Cleanup Campaign
  The Nassau Village constituency started out the year with cleaner streets and yards thanks to Member of Parliament Jamahl Strachan and community partner 360 Waste. Over...

Sun, 02 Jan 2022 08:25:43 EDT
New Contact Tracing Protocols for COVID-19 Cases
The Surveillance Unit of the Ministry of Health & Wellness would like to advise the general public that due to the increasing numbers of positive cases of COVID-19 being reported over the last several days, the Contact Tracing has implem...

Sat, 01 Jan 2022 22:23:14 EDT
Scotiabank Bahamas Urging Use of Digital Channels Amid Branch Closures Due to COVID-19
Scotiabank Bahamas is reminding customers that they can continue to access a wide variety of banking services using the Bank’s digital service channels even as the Bank faces operational challenges at two locations due rising local positi...

Fri, 31 Dec 2021 11:22:12 EDT
UK Top Model is Bahamian Brains & Beauty
When  Alexandria  Pinder won the UK Top Model Competition this year, she gained international attention and glamorously added to the list of fantastic people who ha...

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 13:43:53 EDT
Eleuthera's Anti-Violence Campaign
Eleuthera wrapped up its anti-violence campaign efforts with a series of activities held this December. These efforts, led by Zonta Eleuthera head Jewel Smith, served to i...

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 12:15:51 EDT
Dr. Darville updates on Omicron containment measures
Minister of Health and Wellness, the Hon. Dr. Michael Darville at a press conference today at the Office of the Prime Minister revealed measures to contain the spread of...

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 09:31:03 EDT
PMH Implements Restrictions as COVID-19 Cases Increase
The Princess Margaret Hospital (PMH) has commenced prevention protocols due to the rapid increase in new COVID-19 cases. Effective Wednesday 29th December, elective surgeries will be suspended, ONLY emergency procedures will be performed. ON...

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 13:05:18 EDT
Minister of Health & Wellness Dr. Michael Darville on the Omicron variant of COVID-19
In his address on December 24, 2021, The Prime Minister advised the nation of the increase in COVID-19 infections in our country and over the last few days, we have seen ...

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 10:48:03 EDT
Ministry of Transport & Housing on the Collision of Gas Tanker and Yacht in Bahamian Waters
The Ministry of Transport and Housing has received information regarding a collision between the yacht “Utopia IV” and the gas tanker “Tropic Breeze” at approximately 10:10 PM on Thursday, 23rd of December, 2021, which resulted in da...

Tue, 28 Dec 2021 06:19:11 EDT
Bahamas Health System to adapt to climate change
When we think of climate change, the  resilience  of our health  system and its  facilities may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, it is one of the most critical aspects of ensuring that The Bahamas is ...

Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:29:45 EDT
Government collaboration transforms Bay Street into Holiday Wonderland
Acknowledging that the country had come to the end of a particularly “challenging year”, Prime Minister, the Honourable Philip E. Davis, led a ministerial team including Deputy Prime Minister Cooper, Public Works Minister Sears an...



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