By Deandrea Hamilton
Editor
NASSAU, Bahamas – The Bahamas is mourning the death of one of its most unapologetically bold public figures, Rodney Moncur, who passed away at the age of 68 after a brief illness.
A media sensation, former senator, and self-styled “Leader of da Women Dem,” Moncur was revered and reviled in equal measure — but always respected for his candor, wit, and unwavering devotion to the people. Known for his fiery broadcasts and grassroots activism, Moncur’s voice was a fixture in national debates for decades.
Prime Minister Philip Davis KC called Moncur “a rare blend of fearless advocacy and sharp humour,” noting that he consistently championed the rights of the underprivileged. “Whether you agreed with him or not, you always knew where he stood — firmly with the people,” said Davis.
Moncur’s activism dates back to the late 1970s and early 1980s when he, alongside Nicholas Jacques and the late Ed Moxey, formed a formidable voice for justice through the Workers Party. He was never shy about confronting authority, staging numerous protests and calling out systemic failings with a signature mix of satire and substance.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Fred Mitchell remembered Moncur as “the voice of irony and wit” in Bahamian discourse, while Minister for Economic Affairs Michael Halkitis said the beloved St. Barnabas native “brought us together” through his impassioned leadership.
Tributes on social media have flooded in. One admirer wrote, “Rodney Moncur possessed a rare eloquence… His legacy is etched in the minds of those he inspired. FOR THE CHILDREN DEM, THE WOMEN DEM AND THE PEOPLE DEM.”
Rodney Moncur’s legacy of fearless truth-telling, humour, and advocacy will echo long after his final broadcast. Rest in peace, legend.
