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NASSAU, BAHAMAS — An investigation has been launched into the death of Kenise Darville, who died days after live broadcasting her grievances with the level of care she received at the Princess Margaret Hospital.  Darville, an entrepreneur, wife, and mother of three, accused the staff at the facility of negligence. Managing Director of The Public Hospital's Authority Aubynette Rolle Managing...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Davis KC yesterday said that his administration plans to focus on three key areas over the next 12 months; namely the economy, education, and crime. Davis made the comments while delivering opening remarks at The Bahamas Business Outlook conference yesterday. “We remain fully committed to the long-term priorities we have set out in our...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Economic Affairs Minister Michael Halkitis said yesterday that government intends to enter into discussions with The Bahamas Pharmaceutical Association to ensure that the cost of drugs for non-communicable diseases remains affordable for Bahamians. Halkitis told Eyewitness News that with the three-month lower-margin price control regime for pharmaceutical retailers and wholesalers coming to an end this past Tuesday,...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Scotiabank Bahamas’ top executive yesterday revealed that the commercial bank is hoping to this year pilot a fintech banking solution for the Family Islands. Roger Archer, Scotiabank Bahamas’ managing director and head of the Clearing Banks Association, noted however that the regulatory environment currently does not support it. While addressing the Business Outlook conference yesterday, he said that...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Labour and Immigration Minister Keith Bell yesterday issued a stern warning to all illegal migrants in the country to immediately wind up their affairs and leave voluntarily or face deportation. “If you are an illegal migrant on New Providence, Abaco, Eleuthera, Harbour Island, Grand Bahama, or anywhere else on this archipelago, you must leave. You must immediately...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Central and South Abaco MP John Pinder yesterday said issues surrounding shantytowns in Abaco will soon reach a boiling point if immediate action is not taken to “regain control” of the island. Pinder told reporters outside Parliament that Abaconians were in danger of losing “our father’s place”, and expressed concerns over sanitation and wider disregard for permit...

First restaurant to open by end of February NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Department of Labour in conjunction with IHOP Bahamas will host a job fair this Saturday to fill some 200 vacancies by month’s end, with the restaurant set to hire up to 600 persons within the next six months. During a press conference yesterday Labour and Immigration Minster Keith...

*This story has been updated to reflect the latest information by police NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Police recorded two more killings on the streets of New Providence when a 32-year-old man was gunned down as he visited relatives yesterday, and another man was found with gunshot injuries in his car. The 30-year-old man was found in his burgundy Nissan Cube by...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — FTX Trading and its affiliated debtors revealed yesterday that they have identified $1.6 billion of digital assets associated with FTX.com of which $426 million was transferred to cold storage under the control of The Securities Commission of The Bahamas (SCB). FTX Trading and its affiliated debtors said yesterday that they have provided details regarding the digital assets...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A senior tourism executive said yesterday that out island resort properties closed out 2023 by beating room revenue targets by nearly 10 percent, with one resort operator boasting a “fantastic” 2022 performance as “many weeks looked like summer.” Kerry Fountain, The Bahamas Out Island Promotion Board’s executive director told Eyewitness News that while data was still being received...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Davis yesterday met  with US Vice President Kamala Harris at The White House to discuss a number of issues facing The Bahamas and the wider Caribbean region. According to a statement released by the Office of the Prime Minister yesterday, the United States reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening partnerships with The Bahamas and with the...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Prime Minister Philip Davis will meet with US Vice President Kamala Harris today to discuss of national security, including illegal migration and gun trafficking at the White House in Washington, DC. Davis is also expected to attend meetings at the Organization of American States, where as Chairman of CARICOM, he will outline priorities for the region and...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Attorney General Ryan Pinder  KC yesterday defended the Davis administration’s track record on environmental protection as he dismissed assertions by the Opposition that the government was refusing to enforce this nation’s environmental laws. Pinder in a statement responding to claims by Opposition leader Michael Pintard noted that the Office of the Attorney General has been working with...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Consumers may be able to see gradual decreases in food costs in the coming weeks and months according to one local food store chain, with prices on some commodities having been “holding steady.” Clifton Fernander, Super Value’s perishable buyer, told Eyewitness News, “Last week and the week prior,  the price of eggs was skyrocketing. We talked to...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A well-known Bahamian bread supplier yesterday lamented the price volatility and availability of necessary commodities, telling Eyewitness News, “this appears to be the new normal.” Kimani Smith, Purity Bakery’s general manager said: “The cost of doing business is increasing for everyone. Commodity prices have increased. We are still having challenges with the supply chain and although it’s...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The Cable Bahamas Group will be rolling-out its fibre to the home (FTTH) offering over the next 24 months, according to a senior executive who noted that $85 million is being invested. Amber Carey, VP of Marketing and Consumer Solutions at the Cable Bahamas Group Ltd provided the timeline at a press conference to highlight next’s weeks...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — Organization for Responsible Governance (ORG) Executive Director, Matt Aubry weighing in on recommendations for the implementation of a National Insurance Board Fund increase. In December, Minister of State with responsibility for National Insurance Myles Laroda said that the government had not yet made the decision on when the increase would come into effect. Laroda previously suggested an...

NASSAU, BAHAMAS — A well-known electric vehicle dealer said yesterday that it saw a 50 percent increase in vehicle sales in 2022, as it looks to match that sales growth this year. Pia Farmer,  managing director of Gladstone Road-based Easy Car Sales shared the figures in an interview yesterday. “We are very pleased to report that Easy Car Sales sold...