David Kirkaldy, governor of Rotary District 7020, paid a courtesy call on Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper, January 18, 2024 at the Ministry's offices.  Director General of Tourism, Latia Duncombe was also in attendance. 

In the photo from left: Mike Russell, Road to Peace Initiative; Devard Thompson, District Rotaract Representative; Latia Duncombe, Director General, MOTIA; Selvyn Dawson, District Rotaract Representative; Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper; David Kirkaldy, Rotary District  Governor; Mrs. Christina Kirkaldy; Valention Hamilton, Rotary AG, East; and Lionel Haven, Rotary AG Elect, West.  

The Davis Administration is proud to announce the establishment of formal diplomatic relations between The Bahamas and Kenya, marking a significant milestone in our country’s international engagement.

The announcement underscored the Administration’s strategic commitment to expanding opportunities for Bahamians. It was made as Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis returned from Kampala, Uganda, where, over the course of three days, he participated in back-to-back summits with world leaders and representatives from some 120 nations.

During the Non-Aligned Movement Summit and the G77 + China meeting, the Prime Minister participated in a bilateral meeting with Uganda President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, as well as holding additional meetings with Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland, Kenyan President William Ruto, Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, and with Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, current Chair of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM).

Prime Minister Davis, reflecting on his Administration’s commitment to promoting The Bahamas abroad, said, “The world is changing quickly, and small countries like ours need to be strategic about recognizing and creating new opportunities for our people.”

Establishing ties with Kenya will open up new avenues for trade, educational opportunities, and cultural exchanges, benefitting both nations.

In speeches and in meetings at each of the global summits, Prime Minister Davis emphasized the urgency of tackling climate change and the importance of South-South cooperation as a catalyst for economic development and cooperation.

The Davis Administration is proud to announce the establishment of formal diplomatic relations between The Bahamas and Kenya, marking a significant milestone in our country’s international engagement. The announcement underscored the Administration’s strategic commitment to expanding opportunities for Bahamians. It was made as Prime Minister Hon. Philip Davis returned from Kampala, Uganda, where, over the course of three days, he participated in back-to-back summits with world leaders and representatives from some 120 nations. During the Non-Aligned Movement Summit and the G77 + China meeting, the Prime Minister participated in a bilateral meeting with Uganda President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, as well as holding additional meetings with Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland, Kenyan President William Ruto, Botswana’s President Mokgweetsi Masisi, Sri Lankan Prime Minister Dinesh Gunawardena, and with Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves of St. Vincent and the Grenadines, current Chair of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Prime Minister Davis, reflecting on his Administration’s commitment to promoting The Bahamas abroad, said, “The world is changing quickly, and small countries like ours need to be strategic about recognizing and creating new opportunities for our people.” Establishing ties with Kenya will open up new avenues for trade, educational opportunities, and cultural exchanges, benefitting both nations. In speeches and in meetings at each of the global summits, Prime Minister Davis emphasized the urgency of tackling climate change and the importance of South-South cooperation as a catalyst for economic development and cooperation.

The Annual Parliamentary Church Service was held Wednesday morning, January 17, 2024 at Trinity Methodist Church.President of the Bahamas Christian Council, Bishop Dr. Delton Fernander delivered the message. 

President of the Senate, Senator the Hon. LaShell Adderley gave the Old Testament Reading; and Speaker of the House of Assembly, the Hon. Patricia Deveaux, MP, gave the New Testament Reading. 

The Annual Parliamentary Church Service was held Wednesday morning, January 17, 2024 at Trinity Methodist Church. President of the Bahamas Christian Council, Bishop Dr. Delton Fernander delivered the message.  President of the Senate, Senator the Hon. LaShell Adderley gave the Old Testament Reading; and Speaker of the House of Assembly, the Hon. Patricia Deveaux, MP, gave the New Testament Reading. 

Airport, Airline & Allied Union (AAAWU) Executives paid a courtesy call on Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper at the Office of the Prime Minister, January 16, 2024.

Dr. Kenneth Romer, Deputy Director General and Director of Aviation, was also present at the event.                                        
In photo, from left: Oliver Pinder, Trustee; Karea Turnquest, Asst. General Secretary; Susan Culmer, Trustee; Dora Missick, Treasurer; Jewel Fountain, President of AAAWU; Pedro Richards, General Secretary; Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper; Dr.Kenneth Romer; Tonique Mcintosh, Vice President; Terico Laing, Trustee; and Corla Sabala, Treasurer. 

Airport, Airline & Allied Union (AAAWU) Executives paid a courtesy call on Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation the Hon. Chester Cooper at the Office of the Prime Minister, January 16, 2024. Dr. Kenneth Romer, Deputy Director General and Director of Aviation, was also present at the event.                                         In photo, from left: Oliver Pinder, Trustee; Karea Turnquest, Asst. General Secretary; Susan Culmer, Trustee; Dora Missick, Treasurer; Jewel Fountain, President of AAAWU; Pedro Richards, General Secretary; Deputy Prime Minister Chester Cooper; Dr.Kenneth Romer; Tonique Mcintosh, Vice President; Terico Laing, Trustee; and Corla Sabala, Treasurer.