The National Organisation of Women (NOW) Barbados held its Biennial General Meeting on Saturday, June 6, 2026, under the theme “From Advocacy to Action – Transforming Voices into Impact.” During the meeting, members reflected on the organisation’s work over the past two years and elected a new Executive Committee to serve from 2026 to 2028….
The Barbados National Culinary Team Programme is an investment by the Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) in local talent responsible for telling the story of Barbados’ rich culture through culinary artistic expression. During a competitors’ briefing held at Courtyard by Marriott on June 2, 2026, BHTA Chairman, Javon Griffith highlighted that “This programme is…
CEO of the Pinelands Creative Workshop (PCW), Sophia Greaves, has launched the newest workshop: wire bending. The opening ceremony took place May 21, 2026 at the Spirit Bond, Wharf Road, Bridgetown, where Senator Shane Archer, Deputy Permanent Secretary Michelle Maynard, resident Ambassador of Columbia to Barbados Her Excellency Elizabeth Taylor Jay, and other esteemed guests…
On May 16, 2026 the life and skating legacy of Michael Layne, affectionately known as “Mykey Moda”, was celebrated with verbal tributes and skating in his honor. All wheels were welcomed to the all white affair held at Kooyman car park, Christ Church for the beloved member of the skating community and old scholar of…
In an environment where youth football continues to grow in popularity but not always in structure, Jamar Codrington is quietly reshaping the landscape through a development-driven approach that prioritizes long-term growth over short-term success. As the Founder and Head Coach of Golden Boots neXt Gen, his youth football coaching and development organization was born out of both…
THE Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) has partnered with the American Hotel & Lodging Educational Institute (AHLEI) to provide internationally recognised training, certification and workforce development across the tourism industry. Emphasizing the significance of the collaboration, BHTA CEO Senator Ryan Forde explained that the agreement will benefit tourism professionals as well as secondary and tertiary students by providing discounted rates and easier access to AHLEI programmed, designed to improve skills and elevate the talent pool on the island. He said,…
THE OFFICE of Pan African Affairs and Heritage will officially launch the 2026 Season ofEmancipation and commemorate the anniversary of the historic 1816 Bussa Rebellion with apublic discussion on reparations on Tuesday, April 14.Rodney Grant, Programme Advisor – Office of Pan African Affairs and Heritage, noted thatthe event will be held at Golden Groves Plantation,…
For many, crocheting is a quiet retreat or a rhythmic way to decompress after a long day. For Abigail Gordon, the artist and entrepreneur behind Ofcourse Knot, the craft is less about relaxation and more about reaching new heights. After a decade of perfecting her stitches, she isn’t just making clothing items, she is weaving…
The Wait Is Over! Barbados Reggae Weekend 2026 takes over as it is moving to the legendary Kensington Oval this April with a massive three-night lineup that blends foundation legends with the hottest names in modern dancehall. Organizers officially launched the season this week with media personality Shadae Lewis at the helm as M.C. During…
Nine Barbados schools brought the sweet sound of steel pan to the Springer Memorial School last Saturday, as the ‘When The Stars Align’ fundraiser successfully hit all the right notes for the graduating class of 2026. People turned out in numbers to support the fundraiser. The event was coordinated by a teacher at the Springer…
