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NASSAU, BAHAMAS — With political parties slowly rolling out their lists of ratified candidates for the upcoming general election, the Elizabeth constituency is quickly becoming one of the races to keep an eye on. Free National Movement (FNM) incumbent Elizabeth MP Dr Duane Sands was ratified for the constituency on Thursday night, following an embattled year after his resignation as...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A man was shot in the face shortly after 11am on Friday at a business establishment on Windsor Field Road, according to police. Officers said they spoke to a security officer on the scene, who advised that while making checks of the property surrounding the business, he noticed two vehicles parked next to each other. Police said as the...

Minnis: We will be even more aggressive in trying to get vaccines ASAP NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Individuals traveling between Abaco mainland and its surrounding cays will not be required to undergo an RT-PCR test or obtain a travel health visa, according to the latest amendment to the emergency order. The Emergency Powers (COVID 19 Pandemic)(Risk Management)(No 4.)(Amendment)(No. 6) Order, 2021...

Thompson ratified for East Grand Bahama NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Free National Movement (FNM) council ratified five more candidates last night, confirming the candidacy of Dr Duane Sands for Elizabeth and Minister of State for Finance and Senator Kwasi Thompson for East Grand Bahama. The FNM council also ratified Courtney Coulibaly, Centreville; Vandea Stuart, South Abaco; and Carlton Bowleg, North Andros...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis clarified yesterday that former Minister of Youth, Sports, and Culture Lanisha Rolle is not directly a part of an investigation currently underway, nor is she being investigated. Rolle tendered her resignation as minister of youth, sports, and culture on Tuesday, but did not provide a reason for her resignation in her letter...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Senator Lisa Bostwick-Dean yesterday debunked rumors she will receive a candidacy nomination for the Seabreeze constituency, insisting she will not be vying for a seat in the upcoming general election. Bostwick-Dean made the announcement in the Senate as she warned Bahamians to be careful of where they get their information and only trust reputable sources. She pointed...

“Women are doing very well” says Minnis NASSAU, BAHAMAS — As he defended the lack of women in leadership positions in the government, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis said yesterday he looks forward to the day The Bahamas has its first female prime minister. Minnis was responding to questions regarding the resignation of the only woman in Cabinet, former Minister...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Bahamas Telecommunications Company Ltd (BTC) yesterday announced the appointment of André Foster as the company’s chief executive officer effective March 1, 2021. Foster is one of the youngest Bahamian CEOs in the company’s history, moving on from his most recent role as head of operations for BTC for the last nine months. He is enjoying a...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Department of Inland Revenue’s acting controller yesterday acknowledged there were delays in the processing of business licenses, telling Eyewitness News the department should be back on track by March 1. Gaynell Rolle explained the delay had been in large part due to the fact that the department was also tasked with assisting with filings under the Commercial...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Caribbean Governors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) have backed a $3.5 billion multi-year program to help Caribbean countries sustainably recover while making technological leaps that will bring about a transformational future. The Build Forward initiative includes a multi-donor facility to provide targeted grant and concessional financing for smart and resilient projects. The facility is expected...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A Bahamian tech-enabled hydroponic containerized farming company is aiming to change the perception of what sustainable farming is and offer fresh organic produce year-round. Serial entrepreneur Lincoln Deal II said yesterday the idea to develop Eeden Farms was conceptualized eight years ago, starting as a research paper. Deal, while speaking at the official launch of the farm...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Some Bahamians have been left in a bind by the National Insurance Board (NIB) as the economic pinch of COVID-19 has tightened across the country. Since March 2020, Bahamians received bi-weekly assistance from the government in the amount of $200. According to NIB’s website, the unemployment benefit was originally part of a 13-week program offered by the...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Amid rumors of an early election, some residents said they are straying away from voting for a political party rather than a candidate, as they feel the running political parties are no different from each other. Otiska Tarpley. (FILE PHOTO) Otiska Tarpley, who recently moved to Nassau from Freeport, told Eyewitness News: “It’s the same party; they...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Officials and organizations in the country are calling the lack of female representation in Cabinet extremely disappointing and gravely concerning following the resignation of former Minister of Youth, Sports and Culture Lanisha Rolle, who was the only woman in Cabinet. Rolle resigned from the position on Tuesday, though the reason remains unclear. Central Grand Bahama MP Iram...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Six former employees of the Children’s Emergency Hostel were arraigned in the Magistrate’s Court today on charges of cruelty to children. The women appeared before Chief Magistrate Joyann Ferguson-Pratt. Eloise Canter, 53; Carmetta Woods, 47; Natasha Pratt, 46; Occonelle Gordon, 25; and Sabrina Smith, 61, were charged with 11 counts of cruelty to children. The prosecution alleged...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Following a "slight increase" in coronavirus cases on Abaco, Prime Minister Dr Hubert Minnis advised today that the island's curfew will be adjusted. Responding to questions from the media regarding the uptick in cases on the island, Minnis said: "We have survived this entire COVID pandemic because of the strict rules we have introduced on each given...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A man was found dead following a shooting incident behind a preschool on Marmalade Close early this morning. Responding officers arrived at the scene shortly after 9am. According to Police Press Liaison ASP Audley Peters, officers found the victim lying on the ground with gunshot wounds about his body. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Two men were arrested shortly before 11pm on Wednesday for possession of unlicensed firearms. According to reports, officers conducting routine patrols on Augusta Street, Bain Town, noticed two men in a green Honda CRV, who aroused their suspicion. Police signaled the vehicle to stop, but the driver sped off and a chase ensued, ending when the vehicle...