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PM promises to fix drainage on East Bay Street but businesses concerned over consultation
PM promises to fix drainage on East Bay Street but businesses concerned over consultation
PRIME Minister Philip "Brave" Davis toured the East Bay Street area yesterday and said the government would fix drainage issues, but some are concerned the project is gearing up without their input and would hurt their business if roads are uprooted.
Agri-Business Expo Relaunches After 5-Year Hiatus, Workshops Available For Locals
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – The Agri-Business Expo has been relaunched after a five-year hiatus, allowing local agricultural vendors and farmers to display their locally grown fruit and vegetable products. Minister of Agriculture and Marine Resources Jomo Campbell underscored the importance of the initiative during his keynote address at the opening ceremony for the event held [...]
FNM: 'Govt. & GBPA Public Row Affecting Business Environment'
NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Leader of the opposition Free National Movement (FNM) Michael Pintard opined Wednesday morning that the public dispute unfolding between the Grand Bahama Port Authority (GBPA) and the Davis Administration will significantly impact investors' confidence in The Bahamas while also brining the stability of the business environment into question as well. Pintard further [...]
Two-day Eleuthera Business Outlook slated to April 18 and 19
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The 12th annual Eleuthera Business Outlook, themed "Future Eleuthera: Branding the National Identity, Planning for Success," will be held as a two-day event on April 18 and 19 in both South as well as North Eleuthera, providing a platform for a broader discussion and in-depth look into the island's growing economy. This [...]
Mitchell: Disclosures 'none of your business'
Mitchell: Disclosures 'none of your business'
FOREIGN Affairs Minister Fred Mitchell said he was "irritated" about journalists contacting him about whether he had met the deadline for public disclosures, saying he thought "none of your business" in response to questions on the matter.
Pope Begins Busy Four Days Leading to Easter
Pope Begins Busy Four Days Leading to Easter
VATICAN CITY - Pope Francis embarked on a series of Easter events after renewing his ordination vows today, marking the priesthood's founding by Jesus.
BUSINESS BOOST: Six Bahamian entrepreneurs receive funding from OWN Bahamas
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Six (6) Bahamian entrepreneurs have received over $80,000 in funding, courtesy of OWN Bahamas powered by the IL Cares Foundation. The grants, intended to boost Bahamian businesses, were given to Taste Da Flava, Automotive Programming Solutions, Printable, Pure Flava, Street Smart and Happy Healing Home Care. In his congratulatory remarks, OWN Founder [...]
Bahamian firms cite access to finance as major or severe obstacle to conducting business
Bahamian firms cite access to finance as major or severe obstacle to conducting business
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamian firms have cited access to finance as a major or severe obstacle to conducting business, with only a small percentage reporting having a line of credit to access short-term funding. The Inter-American Development Bank's (IDB) recently released 2024-2028 country strategy for The Bahamas pointed to the Innovation, Firm Performance, and Gender [...]
LPIA Stakeholders Ready For Busy Easter Weekend Ahead
This coming weekend, Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) officials are expecting significant passenger traffic in terminal due to Easter holiday travel. Coming off of a strong spring break season, airport stakeholders are now preparing for an estimated 70,000-75,000 passengers between March 28 (Maundy Thursday) and April 1 (Easter Monday). In 2023, a total of 71,304 passengers were proce...
LPIA Stakeholders Ready For Busy Easter Weekend Ahead
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - This coming weekend, Lynden Pindling International Airport (LPIA) officials are expecting significant passenger traffic in terminal due to Easter holiday travel.