AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoSTEM Pipeline: Cable Bahamas Limited’s Inspire Her Academy launches “Ignite Her,” a 13-week, twice-weekly STEM program for girls (grades 9–12) starting Sept. 12, with hands-on work in 3D design, programming, sensor tech and cybersecurity (max 20 spots). FinTech Entrepreneurship: UB Ignite Centre and OKX Bahamas back a fintech pitch push—five finalists selected from 114 applicants will compete in “The Bullpen” at UB’s Performing Arts Centre on Aug. 27. Power & Accountability: Bahamas Power and Light extends the suspensions of electrical workers Wellington Porter and Melvin Babb by another 20 days amid an overtime probe, while BPL also warns residents about a fake social-media “electricity discount” scam. Energy Reliability Hits Islands: Grand Cay’s generator relief keeps slipping, with BPL citing shipping and loading access delays as the island remains without reliable power. Tourism & Cruise Business: Norwegian Aura’s 2027 debut adds a major thermal spa and its first specialty Indian restaurant, while Royal Caribbean’s Royal Beach Club on Paradise Island signals a more exclusive, port-adjacent cruise experience. Education Outcomes: BGCSE results show only about 1 in 3 candidates who sat 5+ subjects earned at least five C grades or better, despite a slight overall pass-rate rise. Youth Sports: FYFL confirms Season 2 match schedule and expanded 14-team format, kicking off Aug. 23 with marquee games.
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