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Commissioner of Police: It's Big Business Around The World
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - In recent weeks we've seen a number of migrants apprehended in the northern Bahamas. For some, it raises concern of an increase in human smuggling.
BCCEC backs calls for 12 month delay to business license audit requirement
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Chamber of Commerce and Employers Confederation (BCCEC) is urging the government to delay the implementation of the requirement for audits for businesses with turnover above $5 million for another 12 months, claiming that the April 2024 deadline is "too aggressive." "The requirement, which was passed in the 2023 budget, will [...]
Tech CEO urges Bahamian businesses to use AI
Tech CEO urges Bahamian businesses to use AI
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Bahamian businesses will benefit greatly from embracing the advantages that come with utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in their day-to-day operations, according to the CEO of a local tech company. Plato Alpha Design CEO Duran Humes said a number of industries in both the public and private sectors are able to benefit from [...]
Yacht Brokers Association says VAT on yacht charters is driving business to other destinations
Yacht Brokers Association says VAT on yacht charters is driving business to other destinations
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Yacht Brokers Association (BYBA) is urging the government to address the impact of its Value Added Tax (VAT) policy on the yacht charter industry, arguing that based on its research, the tax on yacht charters is driving away a large percentage of international yacht business to other more affordable destinations. [...]
AI and Bahamian Businesses
AI and Bahamian Businesses
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - Bahamian businesses will benefit greatly from embracing the advantages that come with utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in their day-to-day operations, according to the CEO of a local tech company.
Canto e-Market: Are You Looking to Connect With Regional Businesses?
NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Canto e-Market platform revolutionizes how goods and services are procured. The platform is looking to hold a roadshow that will bring over 800 people to The Bahamas in 2025.
Annual Christmas carnival open for business Dec 1
Annual Christmas carnival open for business Dec 1
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Annual Christmas Carnival is back, and gates officially open tonight, Friday, December 1st, 2023, at 6:00 pm on Clifford Park. Jordy Todd, a representative for the Christmas Carnival, says the entire team is happy to be back in The Bahamas with 32 rides for the entire family to enjoy.
Access Accelerator offering $40k grants to agriculture and fishing businesses
AGRICULTURE and Marine Resources Minister Jomo Campbell applauded the launch of the Access Accelerator food security initiative, which provides $40,000 grants for agricultural and fishing businesses.
Government empowers 132 Grand Bahama creatives via its Small Business Grant
As Government continues to build momentum to energize Grand Bahama’s tourism sector and inspire entrepreneurs, 132 creatives made up the latest cohort of grant recipients under the government’s Empower Grand Bahama Programme.
Small Businesses Receive Grants To Assist With Growth
GRAND BAHAMA, BAHAMAS - The Ministry of Grand Bahama doing their part to help develop the Grand Bahama business community. This as a large group of entrepreneurs on the northern island received the Empower Grand Bahama Small Business Grant at the Grand Lucayan Resort Monday morning.