Young entrepreneurs are on the rise as the Teen CEO Summer Camp returns for its second year with registration already surpassed 50%. This hands-on, entrepreneurial and leadership program sets up many young Barbadians with the opportunity to succeed from an early age – an opportunity that was not so readily available for past generations. Founder…
A third cohort of students were officially welcomed on Tuesday June 9, 2026, continuing to bridge the critical gap between traditional academic qualifications and the practical professional skills demanded by today’s work environment. The Pinelands Creative Workshop (PCW) launched the Satellite Program – Facilitating Inclusive Development in Communities! This impactful initiative, targeted to individuals ages…
Close to 100 local chefs and mixologists will compete in the 2026 Barbados Hotel and Tourism Association (BHTA) Taste of Barbados Competition, slated for Tuesday, June 16 and Wednesday, June 17 at the Lloyd Erskine Sandiford Centre (LESC). BHTA Special Projects Manager, Tessalee Moore, explained that registration for the bi-annual qualifier for the award-winning BHTA…
On May 20, 2026 Cuban Ambassador to Barbados, Yanet Stable, met with members of the delegation to Cuba, the Barbados-Cuba Friendship Association, the 6th Region Movement, and the Hibiscus Sports and Culture Foundation, during a Press Conference at the Cuban Embassy in White Hill, St. Thomas. The discussions included the threats and aggression Cuba has…
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 dust has finally settled on the historic 2026 General Elections, leaving Barbados in a political landscape unlike any other in the Commonwealth Caribbean. Following a third consecutive 30-0 sweep by the Barbados Labour Party, the vibrant celebrations that once filled the National Botanical Gardens on Valentine’s Day have transitioned into a period of deep…
After 60 Years, the Year of the Fire Horse has Recurred! The Chinese new year is the annual 15-day Chinese festival that commences with the new moon that takes place between January 21st and February 20th. This year it commenced on February 17th, the first day of the Lunar New Year, and will conclude on…
The BIM Cheer Federation Inc. successfully held its second annual cheerleading competition Sunday, December 14, 2025 at the St. Michael Secondary School. Scores of proud parents, coaches, and members of the community gathered to witness the battle for points among students from various schools, as well as independent clubs across Barbados. Competitors happily showed off…
As Barbados enters a new year, the President of the National Organisation of Women(NOW) Barbados is calling for renewed national commitment to advancing equality,supporting women’s mental health, valuing care work, and strengthening pathways foryoung women transitioning into adulthood.While acknowledging that women and girls continue to face challenges that are oftenunseen and endured in silence, the…
Just like viewing an Instagram story, summer has flew by and many parents have felt the crush of the September back-to-school rush and all that comes with it. From last-minute shopping trips and transportation concerns to the weight of new expectations, this annual season brings both excitement and challenges. News On The Go Now’s Nakita…
