The roadshow which took place under the theme "Investing in progress through the implementation of the Afreximbank mandate in The Bahamas" built on the current achievements between the Bank and The Bahamas
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“Swing for a Cause” Event at Innisbrook’s Copperhead Course Supports Employees Facing Financial Hardship Worldwide
CARIBPR WIRE FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla., May 06, 2026: iQor Qares, the 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization of iQor, today announced today that its 9th Annual “Swing for a Cause” Charity Golf Tournament raised a record-setting $380,000+ to support employees and their families facing financial hardship worldwide. Held at the world-renowned Valspar Championship Copperhead Golf Course at Innisbrook in Palm Harbor, Florida, the event brought together sponsors, partners, and members of the iQor community under iQor’s culture of care to help those when they need it most. “Every dollar raised represents meaningful support for someone in our iQor community,” said Richard Eychner, Chief Culture Officer at iQor and Chair of iQor Qares. “This event demonstrates the collective commitment of our sponsors, partners, and employees to helping one another in times of need.” This year’s tournament received support from platinum-level sponsors Exato and Cisco with Verinext, gold-level sponsors Capital One Auto Finance, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, Joy Systems, NiCE and LiveVox, Sanas, and Sudolabs, as well as additional sponsors, donors, and participants. One hundred percent of net proceeds from the tournament fund employee grants, providing financial assistance for medical emergencies, natural disasters, and other life-altering events. “At a time when I felt vulnerable and unsure of how to move forward, iQor Qares allowed me to focus on healing instead of worrying about how I would get through each month,” said iQor Qares recipient Neliza Fernandez, who received support after a stroke required an extended leave from work. In 2025, iQor Qares:
iQor Qares recauda más de 380.000 dólares en el 9.º torneo anual de golf benéfico
CARIBPR WIRE, FT. LAUDERDALE, Florida, May 06, 2026: iQor Qares, la organización sin fines de lucro 501(c)(3) de iQor, anunció hoy que su 9.º torneo benéfico anual de golf “Swing for a Cause” recaudó una cifra récord de más de 380.000 dólares para apoyar a empleados y sus familias que enfrentan dificultades económicas en todo el mundo.
Celebrado en el mundialmente reconocido campo de golf Valspar Championship Copperhead, en Innisbrook en Palm Harbor, Florida, el evento reunió a patrocinadores, socios y miembros de la comunidad iQor, en línea con la cultura de cuidado de iQor para ayudar a quienes más necesitan. “Cada dólar recaudado representa un apoyo significativo para alguien dentro de nuestra comunidad de iQor”, afirmó Richard Eychner, Chief Culture Officer de iQor y presidente de iQor Qares. “Este evento demuestra el compromiso colectivo de nuestros patrocinadores, socios y empleados para ayudarse mutuamente en momentos de necesidad”. El torneo de este año contó con el apoyo de los patrocinadores de nivel platino Exato y Cisco con Verinext, patrocinadores de nivel oro como Capital One Auto Finance, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, Joy Systems, NiCE y LiveVox, Sanas y Sudolabs, además de otros patrocinadores, donantes y participantes. El cien por ciento de los ingresos netos del torneo se destina a subvenciones para empleados, proporcionando asistencia financiera en casos de emergencias médicas, desastres naturales y otros eventos que cambian la vida. “En un momento en el que me sentía vulnerable e insegura sobre cómo seguir adelante, iQor Qares me permitió concentrarme en mi recuperación en lugar de preocuparme por cómo afrontar cada mes”, señaló Neliza Fernandez, beneficiaria de iQor Qares, quien recibió apoyo tras sufrir un derrame cerebral que requirió una licencia prolongada. En 2025, iQor Qares:
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JALISCO, Mexico and HOUSTON, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- Casa Maestri, NOM 1438, one of the world's leading private-label tequila producers, announces the launch of its newest innovation: Dubai Chocolate Pistachio Cream, a luxurious tequila-based cream liqueur designed to capture one of the fastest-growing global flavor trends.
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Guyana-Born Founder Felicia J. Persaud Completes Intensive 12-Week Program While Building AI Capital Exchange - The World's First AI-Powered Debt Capital Platform
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CARIBPR WIRE, NEW YORK, NY, May 1, 2026: Guyana-born Caribbean immigrant entrepreneur Felicia J. Persaud, founder of the newly launched AI Capital Exchange, has graduated with honors from the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center's Milestone Circles program - a prestigious 12-week initiative designed to help U.S.-based founders build, scale, and lead with purpose.
Persaud was among 28 entrepreneurs in Cohort Group 32: Circles 513, 514 & 515, which ran from January through April 30, 2026. The program, now in its fifth year, has supported over 6,300 entrepreneurs through curated cohorts, expert mentorship, and milestone-driven growth. Since 2015, the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center has led the acceleration of resilient growth for under-resourced founders worldwide.
During the program, Persaud focused on refining her investor pitch deck for AI Capital Exchange- a platform she built over four months using artificial intelligence as a non-technical founder to solve the critical problem of global pre-qualification for debt financing and loans.
“This program pushed me into answering my why and my why remains solving the problem of lack of access to capital in emerging markets like the Caribbean and Latin America,” said Persaud. “I am now paying it forward by offering a free list of Caribbean accelerators now open for Caribbean entrepreneurs. Get the list at investcaribbeannow.com/caribbean-accelerators.”
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Leading Caribbean and Central American payment gateway expands client payment options with stablecoin settlement, powered by 1Money's global platform
CARIBPR WIRE, Hamilton, Bermuda, Weds. April 29, 2026: Powertranz, a leading payment gateway in the Caribbean and Central America, today announced a strategic partnership with 1Money, the first vertically integrated financial stack. The collaboration enables Powertranz clients to settle invoices and pay for Powertranz services using stablecoins, offering a faster, more flexible alternative to traditional international cross-border payment methods. With over 27 years of experience, Powertranz is at the forefront of payment innovation in the region. This new partnership represents a further step in that journey - one that recognises the growing role of digital assets in the global payments landscape and the evolving expectations of modern merchants. By integrating 1Money's platform, Powertranz clients can now settle Powertranz invoices faster and more efficiently than traditional cross-border transactions. The integration eliminates many of the inefficiencies associated with traditional international transfers, including delays and high conversion costs, while remaining fully compliant with applicable regulations. This is the first phase of a wider stablecoin payments strategy. “At Powertranz, we are committed to giving our clients more choice in how they do business with us. By enabling stablecoin payments for our services, we are making it easier for clients to pay us in a way that is modern, efficient, and aligned with the evolving global payments landscape. We are pleased to be working with 1Money, whose platform is built to support compliant stablecoin and fiat flows with global bank on- and off-ramps.” — Chris Burns, Powertranz CEO Key Client Benefits • Enhanced flexibility: Stablecoins are now available as an additional payment option, giving clients greater freedom in how they settle invoices with Powertranz. • Improved payment efficiency: Stablecoin settlements are faster and more streamlined than traditional methods, particularly for cross-border payments where delays and currency conversion costs have historically posed challenges. • Continued innovation: This partnership underscores Powertranz’s commitment to evolving alongside the needs of merchants and the broader global payments ecosystem, ensuring clients always have access to best-in-class solutions. About Powertranz Powertranz is a leading payment gateway powering online and in-store payments for merchants across the Caribbean and Central America. With over 25 years of experience, PCI DSS Level-1 certification, and integrations with banks and shopping carts across the region, Powertranz provides secure, multi-currency payment solutions, tokenization services, and fraud management solutions to more than 10,000 businesses - processing more than 60 million transactions annually. Powertranz is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda. Website: www.powertranz.com About 1Money 1Money is the first vertically integrated, full-stack infrastructure company providing a unified technology layer across the lifecycle of stablecoins and real-world assets (RWAs). The 1Money ecosystem consists of three synergistic pillars:Source:
NASSAU, The Bahamas, April 22, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- Bahamas Grid Company (BGC) today announced the appointment of Nikolai Sawyer and Debra Symonette to its Board of Directors, effective April 20, 2026.
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NASSAU, Bahamas, April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- Bahamas Grid Company (BGC) today announced the appointment of Dareo McKenzie as Chief Executive Officer and Gladys Fernander, CPA as Chief Financial Officer, marking the company's transition to a fully independent, all-Bahamian-led operating model.
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MONTREAL, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- Canada's bilateral development finance institution, FinDev Canada, announces a USD 30 million loan to Corporación Interamericana para el Financiamiento de Infraestructura (CIFI), a leading investment platform in middle-market infrastructure and energy delivering financial solutions across Latin America and the Caribbean. This represents FinDev Canada's second transaction with CIFI.
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Blue Note Jazz Club NYC • Easter Weekend, April 2-5
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival • April 23 - Jazz Tent Headliner
“Jamaica to Jazz” and “Jamericana” - Two Landmark Concerts, One Extraordinary Month
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CaribPR Wire, NEW YORK/NEW ORLEANS, March 25, 2026: April 2026 belongs to Dr. Monty Alexander. The Grammy-nominated Jamaican-born pianist, widely regarded as one of the greatest jazz musicians alive, is set to deliver two landmark performances this month - first at New York City’s legendary Blue Note Jazz Club for a sold-out Easter weekend run, and then as the headliner of the Jazz Tent at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, where Jazz Fest will honor Jamaica in an historic celebration under his banner.
Hot off a triumphant reception at Miami’s Moss Center last month, Alexander brings his electrifying “Jamaica to Jazz” concert experience to two of America’s most storied music stages - commanding a full ensemble of up to seven world-class musicians and turning every performance into an unforgettable journey through the soul of Caribbean sound and the art of jazz.
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“Creation, to me, is our most powerful act of connection. Expanding the Cross Continental Forum to South Africa allows us to turn shared heritage into shared enterprise - creatively, economically and strategically,” commented CCH Pounder, Award Winning Actor, and CCF Steering Group Member.
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“For us at Pambili Media, this partnership is about creating the conditions for meaningful collaboration - where projects can be developed locally while building the international relationships they need to travel globally,” said Sydney Masina, partner at Pambili Media.
"Creating strong business connections between Africa and the Diaspora will be the great success story of the 21st Century, one that will be increasingly rewarding and profitable as we move forward,” US-based Pambili partner Steven Adams, who has a long history of working between Africa and the United States
Launched by CaribbeanTales Media Group in 2024, the Cross Continental Forum brings together film and television producers from Africa, the Caribbean, Canada, Europe, and the Americas with potential co-production partners.
After two successful editions in Barbados, the 2026 program will begin with an in-person gathering in the Pietermaritzburg Midlands, KwaZulu-Natal, from July 20-26, presented in partnership with UMEDA and Pambili Media. The program will then continue during the Toronto International Film Festival Market (Sept. 8 - 13), followed by four weeks of virtual labs and curated B2B matchmaking sessions.
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“The Cross Continental Forum was designed from the outset to move between locations across the Global South. It is part of a long-term effort to build sustainable co-production pipelines linking African, Caribbean, and diaspora producers to the global screen marketplace,” said Frances-Anne Solomon, Founder and CEO, CaribbeanTales Media Group.
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Applications are now open to Black producers and producers of Global Majority descent from Canada, the Caribbean, Africa, the U.K., Europe, and South/Latin America.
Applications close April 15, with a limited number of bursaries available.
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- Commemorative Service Held at Cheongju Church, Shincheonji Church of Jesus on the 15th
- The Secret Behind Cross-Generational Rapid Growth: Distinctive Doctrine
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CaribPR Wire, SEOUL, South Korea, Mon. Mar. 16, 2026: The dedication of the early believers who started in an apartment basement 42 years ago became the seed of a revival that today draws tens of thousands of faithful from around the world every year. At the heart of that growth lies a steadfast principle of faith rooted in the Word - the very essence of true belief.
Shincheonji, Church of Jesus, the Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony (Chairman Lee Man-hee; hereinafter "Shincheonji Church of Jesus"), a rapidly growing Christian denomination in South Korea, held a commemorative service on March 15th at Cheongju Church, Shincheonji Church of Jesus to mark its 42nd founding anniversary. The service was prepared as an occasion to look back on 42 years since its founding, to express gratitude for the sacrifices of Jesus, the martyrs, and the faith pioneers who came before, and to reaffirm the principle of "Word-centered faith."
On the day, more than 2,000 members attended in person, while believers from South Korea and abroad also joined in real time via online livestream, adding further significance to the occasion.
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In his proclamation of the Word, Chairman Lee Man-hee urged the congregation toward true faith, stating: "Just as John 1:1 declares that the Word itself is God, there can be no faith apart from the Word. Today, as we mark our 42nd founding anniversary, let us gather our hearts once more and strive to have a faith that is recognized even before God and the angels."
Chairman Lee also emphasized the importance of the Book of Revelation, saying: "Revelation 22 states that anyone who adds to or takes away from this book will not enter heaven and will receive a curse. If one truly believes in the Word of God, one must examine whether they have added to or taken away from Revelation."
Early Believers Reflect: "The Secret to Shincheonji's Growth Is the Overwhelming Power of the Word"
Shincheonji Church of Jesus, now a globally recognized denomination, did not begin in a building - it began on mountains and in open fields. In an era when there was no proper place of worship, Chairman Lee Man-hee gathered with those who had followed the Word and held mountain worship services, before proclaiming the founding of Shincheonji on 14 March 1984.
The first-generation believers who laid the groundwork for Shincheonji's growth carried a particularly deep sense of reflection as they welcomed the 42nd anniversary service. Bak Bok-yeong (70, female), a member who had been with Shincheonji Church of Jesus even before its founding, recalled: "It was such an immense joy to finally have my thirst for the Word quenched - I believed with gratitude and gladness. Thanks to the fullness that the revealed Word brought, the difficult conditions were no obstacle at all." She added: "Now, seeing tens of thousands of believers flock here every year, I realize it is ultimately the power of the Word that has moved people's hearts. All of this is the power of the Word, and the grace of God."
Jo Myeong-suk (73, female), who joined in 1992, likewise shared: "While praying for the assurance of salvation and a desire to understand the true meaning of the Bible, I came across Shincheonji Church of Jesus. The depth I encountered was on an entirely different level, and that conviction led me to join." She emphasized the secret behind Shincheonji's growth across generations, adding: "Then as now, it seems that believers who hunger for the Word find their way here."
Indeed, since its founding on 14 March 1984, Shincheonji Church of Jesus has dedicated itself to proclaiming the fulfilled realities of the Book of Revelation throughout the world. This spread of the Word is clearly reflected in the work of Zion Christian Mission Center, Shincheonji's Bible education center. Beginning with the Graduation for Class 1 of Zion Christian Mission Center in 1991, the Center produced over 100,000 graduates in a single year in 2019 - a milestone unprecedented in religious history. Last year, 59,192 graduates of Zion Christian Mission Center's Class 116 gathered at Cheongju Church, Shincheonji Church of Jesus. A significant number among them were international graduates, demonstrating that the gospel of Revelation is spreading across the globe.
Shincheonji Marks 42nd Anniversary with Active Exchange and Community Service
Now in its middle years of faith, Shincheonji Church of Jesus is expanding its engagement with the wider world. The church has been actively building relationships through Word exchange MOUs and sign change MOAs with pastoral communities at home and abroad. As of last year, cumulative Word exchange MOUs have reached 969 churches in South Korea and 14,347 churches across 89 countries overseas. Through sign change MOAs, 129 churches in South Korea and 1,729 churches across 48 countries have changed their church signs to Shincheonji Church of Jesus.
Shincheonji Church of Jesus has also fulfilled its social responsibilities by taking the lead in practical relief efforts during national crises. During the COVID-19 pandemic, 3,741 members donated plasma to support the development of treatments. In 2022, amid a nationwide blood shortage, more than 70,000 members completed blood donations within just two weeks, playing a pivotal role in resolving the crisis. The church has also dispatched large-scale volunteer teams to major disaster sites - including the Taean oil spill, the 2017 Pohang earthquake, and the Andong-Uiseong wildfires - to assist in recovery efforts. In addition, the church continues to carry out everyday care activities for marginalized members of local communities, including medical services for foreign workers and meal-sharing programs for elderly people living alone, practicing the value of "love" as taught by Jesus.
Shincheonji Church of Jesus stated: "The past 42 years have been a remarkable journey brought about by the dedication of our members alongside the unchanging essence of the Word of God. Going forward, we will do our utmost to spread the value of unwavering truth, rooted in the faith with which we began."
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The national launch and planning workshop brought together representatives from the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Education, Culture, Science and Technology, the Belize Council for the Visually Impaired (BCVI), the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation, the World Health Organization and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO). Participants convened to assess the current state of eye health services in Belize, identify gaps, and chart a clear path forward.
"With the launch of the WHO SPECS 2030 initiative, Belize advances in its commitment to ensuring that every citizen can access quality eye care. Preventable vision impairment should not limit a child's learning, a person's ability to work, or an individual's quality of life. Through its adoption, we are reinforcing our national vision for a stronger, more equitable health system that leaves no one behind," said Hon. Kevin Bernard, Minister for Health and Wellness. WHO’s SPECS 2030 initiative provides countries with a structured approach to strengthening refractive error services across five areas:About the Belize Council for the Visually Impaired The Belize Council for the Visually Impaired (BCVI) is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to the prevention of blindness and the provision of comprehensive eye care services. Established in 1981, BCVI works in partnership with the Ministry of Health & Wellness to deliver accessible, affordable, and high-quality eye care across the country. Through a network of clinics and outreach programmes, BCVI provides services including eye examinations, refractive error services treatment of eye diseases and rehabilitation support for those who are irreversibly blind.
Special initiatives focus on children, persons with diabetes, and underserved communities, ensuring that no Belizean is left behind in accessing essential eye care and support for independent living.
BCVI collaborates with local and international partners to strengthen Belize’s eye health system and advance equitable access to services for all. For more information, visit: www.bcvi.orgBelice avanza en la salud ocular nacional con el lanzamiento de la iniciativa SPECS 2030 de la OMS
CARIBPR Wire, CIUDAD DE BELICE, Belice, March 11, 2026: Belice ha dado un paso significativo para garantizar que todas las personas del país tengan acceso a atención ocular de calidad y asequible, con el lanzamiento oficial de la iniciativa SPECS 2030 de la Organización Mundial de la Salud (OMS). El lanzamiento nacional y el taller de planificación reunieron a representantes del Ministerio de Salud y Bienestar (MOHW), el Ministerio de Relaciones Exteriores, Comercio Exterior, Educación, Cultura, Ciencia y Tecnología, el Belize Council for the Visually Impaired (BCVI), la Fundación OneSight EssilorLuxottica, la Organización Mundial de la Salud y la Organización Panamericana de la Salud (OPS). Los participantes se reunieron para evaluar el estado actual de los servicios de salud ocular en Belice, identificar brechas y trazar un camino claro hacia adelante. "Con el lanzamiento de la iniciativa SPECS 2030 de la OMS, Belice avanza en su compromiso de garantizar que todos los ciudadanos puedan acceder a atención ocular de calidad. La discapacidad visual prevenible no debería limitar el aprendizaje de un niño, la capacidad de una persona para trabajar o la calidad de vida de un individuo. A través de su adopción, estamos reforzando nuestra estrategia nacional de un sistema de salud más fuerte y equitativo que no deje a nadie atrás", dijo Hon. Kevin Bernard, Ministro de Salud y Bienestar. La iniciativa SPECS 2030 de la OMS proporciona a los países un enfoque estructurado para fortalecer los servicios de error de refracción en cinco áreas:
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Memorandum of Understanding expands clinical collaboration, education and training opportunities in Eleuthera and beyond
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MIAMI, March 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ -- Sawgrass LNG & Power celebrated its ten-year anniversary last month, marking a decade since the company completed the first-ever LNG export from the continental United States with a shipment to Barbados on February 2, 2016.
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