Statement on Exuma – 11 November, 2020

Good evening. I want to speak briefly this evening about a number of emergency measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 on Exuma. I also want to remind the country, that despite the recent good news of a possible vaccine in the months ahead, we still have quite a way to go before this pandemic […]

Statement on upcoming Weekend Lockdowns

With the rise in cases of COVID-19 in The Bahamas, and after consultation with local health officials and a review of the response of other jurisdictions due to the current global rise in cases, the Government of The Bahamas has decided to implement two additional weekend lockdowns. These measures are being implemented to protect the […]

Statement on Passing of Sol Kerzner

Statement from Prime Minister Minnis on the passing of Sol Kerzner It is with profound sadness that The Bahamas mourns the death of Sol Kerzner, who died today at 84 at his family home in his native South Africa. On behalf of the Government and people of The Bahamas, and on my own behalf and […]