Business
April 6, 2024
BARP President Highlights Barbadians' Lack of Preparation for Aging, Calls for Financial Planning & Tech Adoption at 2050 Conference
BARP President Marilyn Rice-Bowen highlights the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the lack of preparedness for aging among Barbadians at the BARP Toward 2050 conference. Financing and health planning are crucial.
April 6, 2024
Government's Temple Yard Revitalization to Enhance Bridgetown Markets: Updates from Planning Committee
"Government initiates Temple Yard revitalization in Bridgetown, involving vendors and Rastafarian community for a cultural, economic facelift with improved amenities and business support. Stay tuned for updates and community engagement."
April 6, 2024
Neglected Conditions Reported at Seawell Air Cargo Facility: Calls for Urgent Intervention
"By Emmanuel Joseph reports on deteriorating conditions at Seawell air cargo facility, demanding urgent Ministerial intervention for maintenance and upgrades. Experience firsthand accounts from workers and business insiders. Visit now."
April 6, 2024
Market Village Vendors in Fairchild Street Call for Increased Events and Sales Boost
"Vendors at Market Village in Bridgetown seek increased events to attract customers. Concerns include slow business, drainage issues, and high living costs impacting sales. Some mention successful February Q in the Community event."
April 5, 2024
Caribbean Investment Forum 2024 in Georgetown, Guyana: An Overview for Global Investors and Business Leaders
Discover exciting and bankable investment opportunities in the Caribbean at CIF 2024, hosted by Caribbean Export in Georgetown, Guyana from July 10-12. Join global investors and business leaders for valuable insights.
April 5, 2024
Veteran Sports Administrator Calls for Overhaul of Barbados Football with Professional League and Increased Investment
Veteran sports administrator Jabez “Jack” Bovell aims to revolutionize Barbados football with a professional league, enhanced prizes, club funding, expanded training programs, and player insurance. Seeking BFA vice-president role.
April 5, 2024
InterCaribbean Airways CEO Lyndon Gardiner Partners With UWI for Aviation Management Degree Program
InterCaribbean Airways CEO, Lyndon Gardiner, partners with UWI Cave Hill Campus to offer first aviation management degree, aiming to nurture future aviation leaders and elevate Caribbean aviation standards.
April 4, 2024
Workman’s Primary School Hosts Inaugural Entrepreneurship Drive Showcasing Students’ Creativity and Skills
Students at Workman’s Primary School showcased their creativity and entrepreneurial spirit at the school's first Entrepreneurship Drive, empowering them to apply classroom learnings in a real-world setting.
April 4, 2024
PSV Owners Accuse Government of Advertising Discrimination: Call for Fair Market Share Ahead of World Cup
Public service vehicle owners express concerns over government favoritism in advertising regulations. The Alliance Owners of Public Transport call for fair treatment and equal opportunities in advertising for PSVs.
April 4, 2024
Temple Yard Craft Market Owners Propose Transformative Vision for Cultural Tourist Village
Discover the vision of Temple Yard Craft Market shop owners to rejuvenate the space into a cultural tourist village with self-contained apartments above shops, contributing to Bridgetown's development.
April 4, 2024
Barbados Workers’ Union Credit Union Rebrands as AffinityPlus Credit Union Ltd, Unveils New Look and Enhanced Services in The City
AffinityPlus Credit Union Ltd rebrands from The Barbados Workers’ Union credit union, unveiling new colors and a fresh name, emphasizing growth and member benefits in financial services.
April 3, 2024
Barbados’ Technology-Specific Areas of Focus in Government's Digital Economy Investment Under the Budget 2024
Explore the technology-focused areas of government investment in Barbados post the Budget 2024, including digital transformation incentives, tax credit scheme for companies, and the role of private sector in driving national digital progress.