As the coronavirus continues to spread, Bahamas Striping Group of
Companies (BSGC) has pitched in to assist government with its response
readiness by supplying an assortment of protective gear to help slow and
possibly prevent the spread of COVID-19.
“We felt compelled
to act. We are all being impacted by this global medical crises which
has claimed the lives of more than 26,000 people and affected citizens
in over 200 countries and territories around the world, according to WHO
data,” said BSGC’s President Atario Mitchell...
Members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force brought 10 foreign fishermen
into the Defence Force Base Sunday evening after their vessel was
apprehended in the Ragged Island chain on Friday.
While on
routine Patrol, HMBS CASCARILLA, under the command of Sub Lieutenant
Owen Sands boarded a Bahamian registered vessel off Water Cay, in the
vicinity of a ragged Island Chain. Aboard were 7 Dominican nationals, 1
Cuban, 1 Honduran and a Bahamian National...
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis today
in a live update on COVID-19 announced three more confirmed cases of
the virus and plans to extend the state of emergency until 8 April.
This
brings to 14 the total number of COVID-19 cases confirmed to date. Two
have been confirmed in Grand Bahama and the remaining cases are on New
Providence.
Two of the COVID-positive individuals have been
admitted to Doctor’s Hospital, Blake Road. All other cases are doing
well, said Prime Minister Minnis.
The Ministry of Health wishes to advise the public that effectively immediately the South Beach Health Centre will be
closed to the general public to complete urgent infrastructural
upgrades.
Persons requiring health care
services are requested to utilize the Elizabeth Estates Clinic, the
Fleming Street Clinic or the Flamingo Gardens Clinic until further notice...
I want to provide the country and the media with an update on our
continuing efforts to respond to the health and economic challenges
posed by the COVID-19 virus.
Health officials have confirmed three more cases on the island of New Providence.
There is a total of 14 confirmed cases of COVID-19 to date.
Two in Grand Bahama, and the remaining on New Providence...
The Ministry of Health confirms that there are three (3) new confirmed
cases of COVID-19 in New Providence. This brings the total number of
confirmed cases to fourteen (14).
The latest confirmed case is a
forty-one (41) year old female with no history of travel, and
unconfirmed links to previous cases. This person remains stable and is
in isolation at home...
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation is following guidance
from the Bahamas Ministry of Health and other government agencies
pertaining to the country’s Preparedness and Response Plan for COVID-19.
Please visit the Bahamas Ministry of Health’s website for the latest
information on COVID-19 cases in The Bahamas. Current and future
patients are to be isolated in quarantine following the guidelines
outlined by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)...
The Ministry of Health confirms a new case of COVID-19 in Grand
Bahama. This brings the total number of confirmed cases to eleven (11).
This
latest case is a thirty-five (35) year old female with no history of
travel, and no known links to previous cases. The newly confirmed case
remains stable and is in isolation at home...
The Office of the Prime Minister is aware of a voice note
circulating on social media that contains false claims that the Prime
Minister intends to announce a country-wide 30-day shutdown on Monday.
These claims are completely false and should be ignored.
This voice note could lead to panic and a run on stores that can harm efforts to contain the COVID-19 virus...
The Ministry of Education advises all parents and guardians who did not
collect lunch vouchers from the schools on Wednesday 25 March, that they
should now collect them on either Monday 30 or Tuesday 31 March from
9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the parking lot at the rear of the Ministry of
Education building on University Drive.
In Grand Bahama, parents
and guardians are advised that distribution of vouchers will continue
at the respective schools by security officers on Monday 30 and Tuesday
31 March from 9am to 3:00pm...
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs refers to the press release of the
Nassau Airport Development Company (NAD), regarding the Government’s
decision to close the borders of The Bahamas, to all incoming
passengers, effective 27 March. Planes can come empty to pick up
passengers and leave.
It is realized that this is likely to
result in the dislocation of Bahamian nationals and residents who are
abroad and seeking to return home...
Prime Minister the Most Hon. Dr. Hubert Minnis said Bahamians must be
prepared to fight an economic war once the war on COVID-19 is behind the
nation.
To date, there are 10 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in The
Bahamas – nine confirmed in New Providence and one confirmed in Grand
Bahama.
The Prime Minister was speaking today during a brief
visit to the Emergency Operation Centre (EOC) at the Ministry of Health
to personally thank health professionals working to coordinate the
response to COVID-19 in The Bahamas...
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs wishes to advise the general public that
if you have family members abroad who are Bahamian nationals in
distress or seeking to return to The Bahamas, you should make direct
contact with the nearest Bahamas Embassy, High Commission, Consulate
General or Honorary Consulate.
A complete list of these offices can be found on the Ministry’s website mofa.gov.bs...
The Ministry of Health has confirmed one new case of the COVID-19
coronavirus in New Providence. This brings the total number of confirmed
cases to ten.
This latest case is a 52 year old female with a
history of travel to the United States, but no links to the previous
cases. The confirmed case remains stable and at home in isolation.
Health
officials continue to follow the condition of the other nine (9)
COVID-19 positive cases. None of the cases are in hospital, and all are
in stable condition...
With over 1,000 of its courses for Spring 2020 currently being taught
online, University of The Bahamas (UB) was forced to kick its remote
education into high gear after the first case of COVID-19 was confirmed
in The Bahamas in March 2020.
Although the full transition to
remote operations, including administrative duties, happened one day
after the dreaded announcement, the institution is still trying to
navigate the challenges of an online versus a face-to-face learning
environment...
Luxury sportswear is the top fashion story for spring and summer and
what better way to step up your style game while still emphasizing your
toned bodies and athletic lifestyle? After all, who wants to be wrapped
up in long sleeve tees and sweatpants once the warmer weather arrives?
Trade those joggers for a pair of hot pants to show off your sleek legs
or pull on a crochet dress that covers just enough to leave a bit of
flirtatious mystery.
In past seasons, luxury fashion’s take on
sportswear leaned heavily towards ‘sports luxe’, offering designer
sneakers and sweatpants. This spring, however, European luxury fashion
designers have begun moving away from the casual athletic look and
toward a more polished style.
As summer days approach, consider refreshing your wardrobe with colours,
cuts and styles that transform your current look into a more
fashionable elegant one...
The United Workers Party National Women’s Arm wishes to recognize the
women of this nation for their unrelenting acts of service geared
towards minimizing the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We
commend the strong leadership of Senator The Honourable Mary Isaac, and
applaud her team of professionals, who continue to demonstrate a high
level of competence in addressing this pandemic. The Ministry’s
communications unit has done an excellent job keeping the general public
abreast with timely information as this unfortunate situation continues
to unfold...
Prior to school closures, a fifth grade class at Stephen Dillet
Primary School was equipped and better able to safeguard themselves, and
their families, against the spread of COVID-19. The 28 students also
received droves of much needed reading books, folders, and craft
supplies.
The CIBC FirstCaribbean International
Wealth Management team, during a visit to the class, shared a story on
coronavirus precautionary measures; supplied the classroom with
coronavirus preparedness posters...
The Ministry of Health wishes to advise the public that effectively immediately the South Beach Health Centre will be
closed to the general public to complete urgent infrastructural
upgrades.
I want to provide the country and the media with an update on our
continuing efforts to respond to the health and economic challenges
posed by the COVID-19 virus.
The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism & Aviation is following guidance
from the Bahamas Ministry of Health and other government agencies
pertaining to the country’s Preparedness and Response Plan for COVID-19.
Please visit the Bahamas Ministry of Health’s website for the latest
information on COVID-19 cases in The Bahamas. Current and future
patients are to be isolated in quarantine following the guidelines
outlined by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Centers for
Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)... 
The Ministry of Education advises all parents and guardians who did not
collect lunch vouchers from the schools on Wednesday 25 March, that they
should now collect them on either Monday 30 or Tuesday 31 March from
9:00 am to 3:00 pm in the parking lot at the rear of the Ministry of
Education building on University Drive.
The United Workers Party National Women’s Arm wishes to recognize the
women of this nation for their unrelenting acts of service geared
towards minimizing the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. We
commend the strong leadership of Senator The Honourable Mary Isaac, and
applaud her team of professionals, who continue to demonstrate a high
level of competence in addressing this pandemic. The Ministry’s
communications unit has done an excellent job keeping the general public
abreast with timely information as this unfortunate situation continues
to unfold...
