A deadly elevator collapse at Panama City’s DGI building left one worker dead and another rescued after a major emergency response. The incident drew authorities and emergency vehicles to the area.
Panama’s forensic institute carried out its seventh solemn burial of unclaimed remains at the municipal cemetery of Utivé in Pacora. The ceremony highlights the state’s role in giving dignified final rest to unidentified or unclaimed persons.
Panama is expanding efforts to protect its seven Indigenous languages through bilingual education, community projects and digital content. The movement is helping young people reconnect with ancestral identity and cultural memory.
IDAAN says the Chilibre water treatment plant is now operating at full capacity, with supply expected to normalize first in lower areas and later in elevated parts of the network. The recovery is important for Panama City and surrounding communities that depend on the plant.
A technical inspection found no critical structural damage to the Bridge of the Americas after the April 6 tanker fire. Panama will keep the 10-ton-per-vehicle limit in place while monitoring and repairs continue.
Yumaira Rusell won Panama’s first gold medal at the 2026 South American Youth Games, giving the host nation an early boost in wrestling. The victory marked a key moment for Panama as competition continued at home.
Panama’s National Police is advising caution as about $250 million from décimo payments enters circulation and shopping centers prepare for heavier traffic. The warning focuses on public safety as commercial activity rises in the coming days.
Two people were injured in a hit-and-run in Vacamonte, Arraiján, and transit units have launched operations to locate the driver. The case adds to ongoing road safety concerns in western Panama.
Panama’s Ministry of Government has launched a call for community judge candidates with a reinforced selection process. The move supports a local justice system designed to resolve minor disputes and reduce pressure on regular courts.
Classes will resume across Bocas del Toro on Wednesday, April 15, after the Regional Directorate of Education announced the reopening. The move restores the school routine for students and teachers throughout the province.
An inspection of the Bridge of the Americas found no visible critical damage, but heavy vehicle restrictions will remain while maintenance is recommended. The bridge continues to undergo further testing and monitoring.
Panama’s 2026 World Cup broadcast coverage is being promoted ahead of the tournament, with TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVN Radio 96.5 FM set to carry the event. The competition runs from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
More than 2,900 families in Bocas del Toro, Veraguas and Ngäbe Buglé have been affected by heavy rains that damaged crops, livestock and rural infrastructure. The storm impacts also destroyed aqueducts and collapsed hanging bridges in several communities.
Trump says the war with Iran may be nearing an end, even as a blockade of Iranian ports keeps tensions high in the Strait of Hormuz. The developments could have implications for global energy markets and shipping routes that matter to Panama.
Colón and Bocas del Toro met in Game 2 of the semifinal round of Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship. The contest is being followed on TVMAX, TVN Pass, and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
The first Copa Autódromo Panamá Golf & Racing debuted at Vista Mar with 50 players, more than 20 sponsors and over $5,000 in prizes. Organizers are already planning a second edition later this year.
Heavy rains in Panama have affected nearly 3,000 families, with Indigenous and northern regions among the hardest hit. The storm impacts highlight the country’s ongoing vulnerability to severe weather.
SENAFRONT detected an illegal mining camp at the headwaters of the Sábalo River in Darién and arrested four people during the operation. The case highlights ongoing enforcement challenges in one of Panama’s most remote provinces.
Venezuela is pressing the United States for broader sanctions relief as a new diplomatic opening emerges between Caracas and Washington. The shift could reshape oil flows, migration pressures, and regional politics across Latin America.
Health teams in Colón are intensifying fumigation as Panama continues to face dengue as a recurring public health threat. The effort aims to reduce mosquito populations and limit transmission in at-risk areas.