Bahamas News
BAHAMAS: Water Improvement Project Nears Completion in South Andros
#Nassau, January 9, 2019 – Bahamas – The Water and Sewerage Corporation is on the verge of completing
WSC Mars Bay
another project in the Family Islands. Executive Chairman, Mr. Adrian Gibson led a delegation of Senior Officers
and members of the media on a site visit to South Andros on Monday, 7th January to get a glimpse of the project’s progress.
During a press conference held at The Pointe Resort South Andros, Mr. Gibson said that a $28.33 million loan from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) and $13.3 million in counterpart funding from the Government of the Bahamas are supporting the project. Once completed, it is expected that access, reliability and quality of the water supply system would be improved. Works have already been completed in San Salvador, Pinewood Gardens Phase B, and Coral Lakes/Boatswain Hill in New Providence. The project is substantially completed in South Andros.
Mr. Gibson said that countries such as The Bahamas must enhance the security of their water supply as a result of 
the intensity of recent hurricanes affecting the region.
“As you may know, recent analyses have concluded that the strongest hurricanes occurring in the North Atlantic region have increased in intensity over two to three decades. In The Bahamas, we have been faced with these natural disasters and we must adapt,” said Mr. Gibson.
The government has, therefore, taken measures to secure its water supply systems throughout the populated islands. Mr. Gibson said that a $5.5 million South Andros Project would result in 30 miles of water main and 604 service connections impacting over 1,200 residents. Settlements impacted will include: Congo Town, Little Creek, Long Bays, Pleasant Bay, High Rock, Smith’s Hill, Bluff, Kemp’s Bay, Black Point, Deep Creek, Rolle Town, Pure Gold and Mars Bay.
“All service connections and over 90 percent of the pipes have been supplied and installed,” said Mr. Gibson. “Due to some unforeseen circumstances, the project had some delays in 2018. The matters have been resolved and the works will continue in the near future.”
A Reverse Osmosis (RO) plant has also been installed in the Kemp’s Bay area. The access roadway for the plant is
WSC Chairman Adrian Gibson Addressing Tour of South Andros Facilities
located just behind the Kemp’s Bay High School. The site was chosen for its elevation at over 60 feet, which will provide for gravity feed and mitigate the effect of sea level rise.
“Many people think that all of Andros has adequate fresh ground water, but there are some areas in South Andros with a very high salt content,” he said. “The Sea Water Reverse Osmosis plant will provide potable drinking water to the residents of South Andros.”
All settlements between Smith’s Hill and Mars Bay will be impacted (approximately 800 residents). He said that the plant will produce 30,000 imperial gallons per day and the construction period should not exceed 26 weeks.
By: Betty Vedrine
Release: BIS
Photo Caption: Executive Chairman of the Water and Sewerage Corporation, Mr. Adrian Gibson, led a delegation of Senior Officials from the WSC and members of the media on a site visit of the water improvement project in South Andros on Monday, January 7, 2019. He spoke at a press conference at The Pointe Resort South Andros, giving an overview of the project.
(BIS Photos/Patrick Hanna)
Rashaed Esson
Staff Writer
#TheBahamas#RoyalCaribbean, April 23, 2024- After being delayed following its announcement in 2020, Royal Caribbean’s new 17 acre Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island in Nassau, Bahamas, is now in the works and is scheduled to be ready for 2025, according to reports. A groundbreaking ceremony was held on Monday April 22, signifying the start of construction in the next few months. This project is huge for The Bahamas as it’s a first of kind for the nation, with a unique public private partnership allowing Bahamians to hold up to 49 percent in equity.
Nassau, THE BAHAMAS — Some of the most successful and accomplished professionals and business leaders in the country
recently shared their experiences and nuggets of wisdom with students at University of The Bahamas (UB) about thriving in a wide range of careers.
The University Centre for Counselling and Career Services and the Career and Job Placement Advisory Unit collaborated to host the 2024 Career Symposium which brought students face to face with leaders in the careers to which they aspire.
Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Maria Oriakhi, said the symposium was key to developing potential as university students strive to leave their mark on the world.
Ms. Rickell Curry
“In the spirit of collaboration and growth, let us engage in meaningful dialogue, cultivate relationships, and harness the power of collective wisdom to shape our futures,” said Dr. Oriakhi. “Together, let us embark on this journey of exploration and discovery, united in our commitment to realizing our fullest potential and making meaningful contributions to our communities and beyond.”
Promoting careers in psychology, Ms. Curry noted that psychologists are equipped with the ability to help others, troubleshoot areas of weakness within themselves, and become better people and professionals in the process.
“The floor is yours to be able to explore. There’s no job where you don’t have to deal with people, so learning, even if you get a bachelor’s in psychology, is a great grounding,” she said.
Dr. Darville, one of few interventional radiologists in The Bahamas, offered another nugget of advice on choosing an area of study.
Dr. Elizabeth Darville
“It is important to know enough about yourself in order to make the decisions you want to make,” said Dr. Darville. “You have to work on yourself first and know what you want to do. Radiology gives you a chance to have fun. It gives you a chance to mold your career closer to your personal life than other medical specialties might.”
Another growing field is project management which Mr. Hepburn called a life skill. He also urged a commitment to lifelong learning.
“Individuals that continue to learn become unstoppable, period,” said Mr. Hepburn. “It is so true. When you learn, you become unstoppable because nothing can stop you in your process of development.
Mr. Wellington Hepburn
“The more you know, the more valuable you are. We need individuals who are cross functional—that can operate in different capacities. So please understand that your learning should never stop.”
With small and medium-sized businesses helping to drive the economy at an incredible rate, Ms. Rolle affirmed the importance of entrepreneurship in any economy.
“When we talk about entrepreneurship, we usually look at it from a myopic standpoint,” she said. Ms. Rolle. “What do I mean by that? Small, but usually about self: ‘how do I make more money?’ And in some cases, some look at entrepreneurship as a way of survival. ‘I need to make a couple extra dollars, I have this bill to pay’. Those types of things.
Ms. Samantha Rolle
“But entrepreneurship really, in its truest form, is about innovation, whether it’s a new concept or any existing concept that you innovate new ways, or help expand the economy.”
The career symposium was held at the Harry C. Moore Library and Information Centre and is held every academic year.
PHOTO CAPTIONS
- Career Symposium 1: UB Vice President of Academic Affairs, Dr. Maria Oriakhi, delivers the opening address at the 2024 Career Symposium.
- Career Symposium 2: Students and guest speakers enjoy a lighthearted moment during the 2024 Career Symposium.
- Career Symposium 3: Ms. Rickell Curry speaks to students during the 2024 Career Symposium.
- Career Symposium 4: Dr. Elizabeth Darville delivers remarks during the 2024 Career Symposium.
- Career Symposium 5: Mr. Wellington Hepburn educates students on the importance of project management during the 2024 Career Symposium.
- Career Symposium 6: Ms. Samantha Rolle talks about the role and importance of entrepreneurs and entrepreneurship in any economy.
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