Bahamian prime minster praises "very, very progressive" Commonwealth Secretary-General
In a wide ranging discussion, the prime minister spoke about ways in which the Commonwealth could help The Bahamas, especially around protecting marine life and marine conservation.
Bahamas gospel choir rocks Commonwealth London headquarters
Commonwealth high commissioners and staff were recently treated to a powerful performance from the multi-award winning Bahamas gospel group, Shaback.
Commonwealth Youth Games: “Brightest and the best who’ll kick it out of the park” says Secretary-General
In a matter of hours, 1000 athletes and officials will be at the Thomas A Robinson Stadium, in the Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre in The Bahamian capital Nassau, to witness a once in a life-time event.
Praise for Commonwealth's new 'momentous' justice reform office
High commissioners have praised as “momentous” a new Commonwealth office to help member states tackle, among other challenges, corruption.
Bee-keeping to promote biodiversity and reduce poverty
Scores of bee enthusiasts swarmed to Marlborough House for an event hosted to raise awareness of the benefits of beekeeping in Commonwealth member countries.
Queen’s young leaders embody Commonwealth promise and potential
Inspirational young people from more than 50 countries have taken part in a global challenge to show how they would demonstrate the values of the Commonwealth Charter.
Empowering Rwandan women and youth essential: First Lady Jeannette Kagame
With song, celebration, discussion and reflection, the Rwandan diaspora in the UK came together on Saturday for a conference on the empowerment of youth and women.
Commonwealth mourns loss of former Botswana President Ketumile Masire
On behalf of the Commonwealth, Secretary-General Patricia Scotland has expressed her deep condolences to the people of Botswana as the country mourns the death of its former President, Sir Ketumile Masire.
A new accord to conserve and sustainably use the seas
The United Nations Ocean Conference underlined the need for an integrated approach to the blue economy, one which supports jobs and livelihoods while conserving the environment.
Condolences for terrorist attack at mosque in London
"On behalf of the Commonwealth, I offer my heartfelt condolences to the government and people of the United Kingdom on the terrorist attack in London today.