AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDigital Sovereignty & AI Skills: Bahamian leaders at CANTO’s 41st conference in Punta Cana pushed for stronger local control of digital systems, warning against “digital colonialism” and calling for auditability, data access, and the ability to switch providers; the Bahamas also plans a $3m IDB-backed push for AI literacy and training. Government Modernization Deal: The Bahamas and Estonia signed a landmark digital cooperation MOU covering digital government, interoperability, digital identity, AI, cybersecurity, and citizen-centred services. Entrepreneur Grants: OWN Bahamas awarded $65k in grants to four young entrepreneurs, including an AI specialist using the funding to expand tech in creative work. STEM Pathways for Students: A new partnership sends 21 Bahamian students to South Carolina State University, with marine biology goals and coral/pollution research ambitions. Mental Health & Youth: After teen suicide attempts, the Bahamas Crisis Centre and faith/community partners urged support and said suicide ideation should not be criminalized. Clean Transport Tech: Aurelia is developing a zero-emission ferry and cruise concept for inter-island travel, aiming to test green maritime tech in real operations. Education Labour Talks: The Bahamas Educators Managerial Union says it has not yet returned to negotiations with the government and plans to use a mediator.
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