Defence Headquarters, 01 SEPT. ‘20 (RBDF): Several members of the Royal Bahamas Defence Force were on the island of Abaco when Hurricane Dorian struck exactly a year ago today. It was therefore quite fitting for those stationed there to join in a community effort today with the residents of Marsh Harbour in remembrance of the lives lost during the ordeal last year.
Held on the junction of Queen’s
Highway and Bay Street, this occasion was in observance of the one-year
anniversary of the passing of the destructive hurricane. This tragic event left
a gaping hole in the hearts and minds of many Bahamians, and in particular
Abaconians. Described as one of the saddest days in Abaco’s history, a
bystander shared her very vivid recollection of the storm.
“One year ago, almost exactly
around this time, most of the houses were already gone. Just about everyone was
underwater. Around 1 or 2 pm was about the time the eye came, and those who
were still alive tried to find shelter somewhere else.”
At the event, a small area was
set up to invite members of the community to offer flowers in memory of those
lost during the storm. The RBDF team in attendance served as the Colour Party
at the event and a symbol of the security of the small island, even in the
midst of the resilient citizens. The resident who chose to remain anonymous
explained the purpose of the community showing.
“It’s a day to stop, think,
pray, memorialize [those lost] and a day to see our friends. We may not be able
to hug, touch or gather because of COVID-19, but we can see each other’s eyes
and come together. This is really a celebration for Central Abaco.”
This occasion also served as a
quick drive-through for individuals who wished to simply stop their vehicles
and place a flower or something tangible on the site in respect of the
occasion.
Lieutenant Commander Andrew
Bowe, Executive Officer for the RBDF Northern Command expressed that the
organization remains committed to the residents of Abaco in particular, who
were hardest hit during the hurricane.
The Royal Bahamas Defence Force
remains committed to its mandate and will continue to serve not in only in the
communities in which it is stationed, but the entire commonwealth of The
Bahamas.
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The Grand Bahama Port Authority has taken note of calls from our licensees, the residents of Grand Bahama and several current investors for a response to Monday’s address by Prime Minister Davis. We take this opportunity to once again reassure these valued stakeholders that GBPA remains laser-focused on the task at hand. We are working every day to deliver the $2B-plus of investments which the GBPA Group of Companies, through its affiliates, either initiated, is invested in, or is contractually involved in creating, and was instrumental in bringing the investors to the table. At the same time, it is important that GBPA corrects any inaccurate, incomplete or selective representations regarding matters that impact our stakeholders. In the near future, therefore, GBPA intends to host a live event with its stakeholders to ensure that all the matters discussed in the public domain are placed in their proper context and the historical record is set straight. In the meantime, we encourage our stakeholders to remain confident in the resilience and potential of Freeport, and in our pledge to continue working diligently to see a prosperous future for Grand Bahama.
The Bahamas’ economy is in good standing according to reports from the Bahamas National Statistical Institute which released the Quarterly Gross Domestic Product Series. They indicate that quarterly GDP trends for 2023 saw increases compared to 2022, a sign of recovery from the Covid 19 pandemic.
The most significant increase was 9.9 percent in the first quarter of 2023, and the industries responsible for the growth include Accommodations and food, construction and Arts.
RBC Royal Bank (Bahamas) Limited (“RBC”) is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Kerryl-Lyn King-Henry as Country Manager and Area Vice President (“AVP”), Personal and Commercial Banking, Turks & Caicos Islands (TCI).
In her new role as Country Manager and AVP, King-Henry will take on full responsibility for the bank’s operations, strategy, and development in the TCI market, with a strong focus on solidifying partnerships with the Government, regulatory bodies, and the local community.
King-Henry brings to the role a dynamism influenced by nearly 25 years of industry experience. Prior to her new appointment, she served as AVP of Business Banking in Trinidad and Tobago. She has held progressively senior roles within both personal and commercial banking, as well as various functional units.
King-Henry holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree, with a specialization in Leadership, FinTech and Big Data Analysis, in addition to a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration. Further enriching her professional profile, Kerryl-Lyn is a certified John C. Maxwell Coach, Trainer, Teacher, and Speaker. Her passion for leadership and development is matched by her commitment to community service, as she actively volunteers her time and leverages her professional expertise to mentor and support others. “
Kerryl-Lyn’s extensive experience and proven leadership capabilities make her the perfect choice to lead our operations in the Turks & Caicos Islands,” said Ericka Rolle, RBC’s Managing Director and Vice President, Personal Banking, The Bahamas and TCI.
“Her commitment to excellence, combined with a genuine passion for community engagement, aligns perfectly with our Bank’s purpose of helping clients thrive and communities prosper. We are excited to see the positive impact she will undoubtedly bring to her new role,” she added.