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List of Newspapers in Bahamas, Top English-Language & Digital News Sources

Bahamas Bahamas' newspaper industry thrives in English, mirroring the archipelago's British colonial heritage and tourism-driven economy. The Nassau Guardian, established in 1844, stands as the nation's oldest and most authoritative daily, covering politics, business, and island life. Its main competitor, The Tribune, offers a more populist perspective with strong investigative reporting.

For business and financial news, Bahamas Investor provides specialized coverage of the offshore sector and local economy. While digital options are growing, with Eyewitness News and Our News leading online platforms, print remains popular in tourist areas. Free weeklies like The Punch cater to shorter attention spans with entertainment-focused content.

The absence of non-English newspapers reflects the nation's anglophone culture, though international publications are available at resorts. From hurricane updates to Junkanoo festival coverage, Bahamian newspapers blend hard news with the colorful rhythms of island life, serving both locals and the millions of annual visitors.

Major English-Language News Outlets

  • The Nassau Guardian

    Founded in 1844 in Nassau, this is Bahamas' oldest continuously published newspaper, known for its authoritative political reporting and court coverage. It maintains both print and digital editions with a focus on national affairs.

  • The Tribune

    Established in 1903, this Nassau-based daily is renowned for its investigative journalism and business reporting. It's a primary source for Bahamian economic policy and financial sector news.

  • Eyewitness News

    Launched in 1996, this digital-first outlet provides breaking news updates, particularly strong on crime reporting and political scoops. It's known for its no-nonsense approach to Bahamian current events.

  • ZNS News

    The Broadcasting Corporation of Bahamas' official news portal (founded 1936) offers TV, radio, and online coverage of government announcements and national events.

  • Bahamas Press

    A controversial but influential blog-style news site (since 2009) known for its unfiltered political commentary and frequent exclusives on government scandals.

Business & Economy

  • Bahamas Investor

    Published since 2007, this magazine-style outlet covers offshore finance, real estate, and economic trends in Bahamas' $12.6 billion GDP economy.

  • Bahamas Financial Services Board

    While primarily an industry group (founded 1998), its news section provides crucial updates on banking regulations and international tax compliance matters.

  • Bahamas Government News

    The official portal (updated daily since 2002) publishes cabinet decisions, legislation, and ministerial statements with archives dating to 2002.

  • Bahamas Judiciary

    Provides court rulings, legal notices, and judicial reforms since 2015, offering transparency into the Commonwealth-based legal system.

Sports & Culture

  • Bahamas Weekly

    Launched in 2004, this digital platform highlights Bahamian arts, Junkanoo festivals, and athlete profiles, especially track stars like Shaunae Miller-Uibo.

  • Bahamas Local

    Founded in 2008, this directory site includes a news section focusing on community events, business openings, and Family Island updates.

Island-Specific Publications

  • Freeport News

    The Grand Bahama edition of The Nassau Guardian (since 1961) covers Freeport's industrial sector and Lucaya tourism developments.

  • Eleutheran News

    A hyperlocal outlet (founded 2012) serving Eleuthera with reporting on fishing cooperatives and Disney's Lighthouse Point project.

Additional Notable Outlets

  • Bahamas Realty Blog

    A real estate news hub (since 2015) tracking luxury property sales, including celebrity purchases on islands like Harbour Island and Exuma.

  • Bahamas Health

    Focuses on public health initiatives (founded 2010), particularly diabetes awareness and responses to tropical disease outbreaks.

  • Bahamas Waste

    While a corporate site, its news section documents environmental initiatives like the New Providence landfill remediation project.

  • Bahamas Maritime Authority

    Reports on shipping registry updates and yachting regulations since 1995, crucial for the world's 3rd largest ship registry.

  • Bahamas Hotel & Tourism Association

    The tourism industry's news portal (since 1963) covers hotel openings, cruise port developments, and airlift statistics.

  • Bahamas National Trust

    Conservation news (founded 1959) about national parks like Exuma Cays Land & Sea Park and endangered species protection.

  • Bahamas Agricultural & Industrial Corp

    Tracks farming initiatives and agro-tourism projects across the Family Islands since 1975.

  • Bahamas Chamber of Commerce

    Business policy updates and economic forecasts from the nation's largest trade group (founded 1939).

  • Bahamas Christian Council

    Religious news and moral commentary from this influential group (active since 1948).

  • Bahamas Carnival

    Coverage of the annual "Junkanoo Carnival" (launched 2015) with costume reveals and concert lineups.

  • Bahamas Football Association

    Official soccer news including Bahamas Premier League and national team World Cup qualifiers.

  • Bahamas Swimming Federation

    Tracks aquatic sports from age-group meets to Olympic development programs.

  • Bahamas Yachting

    Covers regattas like Bahamas National Family Island Regatta (since 1954) and megayacht arrivals.

  • Bahamas Dive Guide

    Specialized reporting on shark diving at Tiger Beach and blue hole explorations.

  • Bahamas Art Gallery

    Exhibitions and profiles of Bahamian artists like Amos Ferguson.

  • Bahamas Music

    Covers rake-and-scrape festivals and Junkanoo music traditions.

  • Bahamas Film

    Production news including James Bond filming locations.

  • Bahamas Bookstore

    Highlights Bahamian authors and literary festivals.

  • Bahamas Pharmacy

    Healthcare updates and medication availability alerts.

  • Bahamas Pet Care

    Animal welfare news and import regulations for pets.

  • Bahamas Auto

    Car import policies and right-hand driving updates.

  • Bahamas Banking

    Monetary policy and Sand Dollar digital currency news.

  • Bahamas Education

    School reforms and scholarship announcements.

  • Bahamas Police

    Crime statistics and community policing initiatives.

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Note: This is an online newspapers and news media directory. All information is reliable but not guaranteed and should be verified personally.