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January 18, 2024
Glover-Rolle assures workers will not be disenfranchised by NIB rise
LABOUR and Public Services Minister Pia Glover-Rolle said her ministry would ensure workers are not disenfranchised when National Insurance Board contributions increase later this year.
Labour minister says employers have been given sufficient notice over impending NIB rate hike
January 17, 2024
Labour minister says employers have been given sufficient notice over impending NIB rate hike
NASSAU, BAHAMAS- Minister of the Labour & Public Service Pia Glover-Rolle defends the impending National Insurance rate increase which employers are expected to pay later this year, she contends that the government has given sufficient notice for employers to be prepared. She also noted that the government is working to ensure that no one [...]
January 16, 2024
Letters to the Editor: The absolute necessity of a gun court
Editor, It has been said that doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results is a gross fallacy and a bird-brain idea of the highest order. Most of this quote has been attributed to the late noted scientist Albert Einstein. Here in our wonderful nation, we have been, collectively, kicking the [...]
Legal Year Officially Opened for Nation's Judiciary
January 15, 2024
Legal Year Officially Opened for Nation's Judiciary
The nation's Judiciary marked the opening of its new legal year after several events. Commencing with the Red Mass, officiated by the Most Reverend Archbishop Patrick C. Pinder, who urged the Judiciary to uphold the highest standards in the carriage of their duties.
Too many Bahamians unable to afford homes, PM says
January 12, 2024
Too many Bahamians unable to afford homes, PM says
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Davis has lamented that homeownership has been out of the reach of many Bahamians, stating: "We must resolve to change this reality." "As we maintain our focus on reducing the cost of living and creating more opportunities for Bahamians, affordable homeownership opportunities are an essential component of our blueprint [...]
January 12, 2024
Carnival Corp appoints Grand Bahama native to new top post
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Carnival Cruise Corporation has announced that Grand Bahamian Philcher Grant-Adderley has been named Director of Public Affairs and Community Engagement, a new role that the company said will be crucial to its ongoing efforts to deepen its relationship with The Bahamas. Grant Adderley, a well-known and respected figure throughout the Grand Bahama [...]
Bahamas Waste to provide tangible and much-needed support for a brilliant event for a good cause
January 11, 2024
Bahamas Waste to provide tangible and much-needed support for a brilliant event for a good cause
Renewing its commitment to honoring cancer survivors and supporting those still in the fight, Bahamas Waste has once again come on board as a corporate sponsor for Sunshine Insurance’s Marathon Bahamas.
Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation Scholarship Alliance Between Qatar and The Bahamas
January 09, 2024
Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation Scholarship Alliance Between Qatar and The Bahamas
The Ministry of Tourism, Investments and Aviation proudly announces a groundbreaking partnership between the State of Qatar and The Commonwealth of The Bahamas, marking a significant milestone in aviation education and empowering Bahamian youth.
Public Notice For Pension Verification
January 04, 2024
Public Notice For Pension Verification
The Acting Treasurer of the Commonwealth of The Bahamas advises all BahamasGovernment Pensioners, Parliamentary, Judicial, Official, World War 1 Veterans & Widows, Bahamas Widows’ & Orphans’ and Re-employed pensioners, whose pension payments are paid directly into their bank accounts that verification for the January 2024Verification Exercise commences January 2nd 2024.
January 03, 2024
Contractors Association President upbeat about Bahamian construction sector in 2024 amidst antitrust concerns for smaller firms
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The outlook for the Bahamian construction sector in 2024 remains positive, coming off what was, for some, one of the best years in over a decade, according to Bahamian Contractors Association (BCA) president Leonard Sand,s who also expressed concern that antitrust or anti-monopoly legislation may become necessary to ensure that smaller players [...]
Letters to the Editor: A tribute to Sir Winston
January 03, 2024
Letters to the Editor: A tribute to Sir Winston
Dear Editor, Sir Winston "Tappy" Davis has transitioned to meet his God whom he earnestly served his entire life. I spent a lot of my childhood on Davis St. in Oakes Field, where my aunt, uncle and cousins lived. In this neighborhood, we children looked up to Sir Winston, and many of the men, as [...]
January 02, 2024
Central Bank relaxes lending rules for residential mortgages
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Central Bank has announced that it is relaxing the lending rules for residential mortgages provided by domestic banks and credit unions by revising the minimum equity injection requirement, a move expected to alleviate the financial burden for qualified borrowers and allow some additional individuals to qualify for credit. The Central Bank [...]
December 29, 2023
BTC wraps up successful Christmas campaign with jeep giveaway
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Having wrapped up a successful Christmas Is On Us campaign, Ms. Darlene Brennen emerged as the lucky grand prize winner of a fully loaded 2024 KIA Sonet Jeep, courtesy of BTC. Brennen's name was entered to win the grand prize when she purchased a BTC fiber bundle for her dependent niece, Ms. [...]
December 27, 2023
BTC wraps up successful Christmas campaign with jeep giveaway
Having wrapped up a successful Christmas Is On Us campaign, Ms. Darlene Brennen emerged as the lucky grand prize winner of a fully loaded 2024 KIA Sonet Jeep, courtesy of BTC.
Windermere Group celebrating 20 years of success at the cutting-edge of global wealth management
December 20, 2023
Windermere Group celebrating 20 years of success at the cutting-edge of global wealth management
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Windermere Group is celebrating two decades of success in global wealth management. Founded on the concept of blending the capabilities and gravitas of an international wealth management organization with the ethos and personal touch of a boutique firm, Windermere says it has thrived by offering a network of innovative and collaborative [...]
December 19, 2023
Bahamas First sees $2.2 million comprehensive income in Q3
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamas First Holdings saw a total comprehensive of $2.2 million in its third quarter performance compared to the $0.6 million loss in the same period in 2022. "The drivers for the improved result are an improved insurance service result of $1 million and an investment result of $1.6 million," reported Patrick Ward, [...]
NIB Officials: This is What Community is All About
December 14, 2023
NIB Officials: This is What Community is All About
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The National Insurance Board is spreading some early holiday cheer. The corporation stopping by the Persis Rodgers home for the aged.
December 13, 2023
BTC expands fiber services to an additional 2,000 homes on Grand Bahama
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Grand Bahama is set to be pegged as the leader in cutting-edge fiber connectivity, with an additional 2,000 plus homes receiving fiber technology last month, 500 more than the month prior. "This marks the most homes that we have released in any given month since we started this entire project, so November [...]
December 14, 2023
LETTER TO THE EDITOR: Rich don't pay while the poor struggle
Dear Editor, I appreciate you for allowing me to speak truth to power without fear or favor. Too many of us sit idly by and have a problem with what's being said but need help to gather the courage to say something. These same people would be the first to complain about anything and criticize [...]
NIB Chairman: We're Waiting On Cabinet
December 13, 2023
NIB Chairman: We're Waiting On Cabinet
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - National Insurance Board Chairman Philip McKenzie providing an update after it was reported earlier this year that the National Insurance Board could be facing a major loss as the pension deficit continues to build.
December 13, 2023
HG Christie Agent Makes Guest Appearance in Interview with Million Plus CEO
Luxury real estate and ownership opportunities for interested buyers in The Bahamas continue to capture the attention of global players in the industry, with HG Christie Real Estate Agent Sara Appleton serving as guest for an interview with luxury lifestyle firm owner Paul Welch.
December 12, 2023
Residents at the Persis Rodgers Home receive Christmas treat from NIB
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Senior citizens at the Persis Rodgers Home for the Aged received a little holiday cheer ahead of Christmas Day with a Christmas dinner and lots of treats courtesy of the National Insurance Board (NIB) Tuesday afternoon. The Minister with responsibility for NIB, Alfred Sears, joined the giveback and participated in a special [...]
December 12, 2023
December 12, 2023
Fiber services expanded to an additional 2,000 homes in Grand Bahama
Grand Bahama is set to be pegged as the leader in cutting edge fiber connectivity, with more homes recently passed to receive BTC’s affordable, superfast, and unstoppable fiber.
Government's revenue collection sees nearly 10 percent increase to hit $2.85 billion for FY2022/23
December 11, 2023
Government's revenue collection sees nearly 10 percent increase to hit $2.85 billion for FY2022/23
Opposition urges Davis administration to curtail unnecessary spending NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Revenue collection for the fiscal year 2022/2023 saw an almost 10 percent increase to reach approximately $2.85 billion, according to the government's budgetary performance review, with the Opposition urging the government to curtail unnecessary spending. The findings were contained in the recently released...
December 06, 2023
Christmas is on BTC, with over $100k in cash & prizes
Don’t worry about Christmas this year, because BTC wants everyone to know that “Christmas is on us”!
Public Officers Union Gets Strike Certificate
December 04, 2023
Public Officers Union Gets Strike Certificate
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The labour minister says the National Insurance Board and the union representing public officers are at the table discussing outstanding issues.
Will Regulations Reform The Detention Centre?
November 30, 2023
Will Regulations Reform The Detention Centre?
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Minister for Immigration and National Insurance, Alfred Sears, laying on the table in the House of Assembly, new immigration and detention center regulations.
November 30, 2023
Bahamian economy sees 8.6 percent real GDP growth during the first half of the year
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamian economy saw an 8.6 percent real gross domestic product growth during the first half of 2023 compared to the corresponding period last year, according to recently released data, with real GDP reaching nearly $540 million over the first half of the previous year. The Bahamas National Statistical Institute, in its [...]
November 28, 2023
Block on former Tribune editor's pension will be investigated, says NIB
NATIONAL Insurance Board chairman Philip McKenzie said the board will investigate former Tribune managing editor John Marquis' complaint that his pension payment has been blocked "for no good reason".
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