Panama is promoting live TVMAX coverage of the 2026 South American Youth Games, highlighting the country’s role as host. The event is set to bring regional attention to youth sports and Panama’s event-hosting profile.
Panama’s Metro Line 2 maintenance contract will remain active until June after Resolution No. 19 was published in the Official Gazette. The measure formalizes the legal framework for continued technical services on the line.
Panama’s National Assembly committee approved a bill that would impose tougher prison terms on public employees who collect pay without working. The proposal also raises penalties when the public loss is greater than $50,000.
Panama has released its home, away, and third kits for the 2026 World Cup cycle, offering fans an early look at the national team’s new look. The launch adds momentum and identity to the country’s buildup to football’s biggest tournament.
President José Raúl Mulino said Panama will not import rice while domestic inventory remains, citing support for national producers. The decision highlights the tension between food supply management and protection of local agriculture.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a five-year exceptional contract between the Autoridad de Aseo and ENSA amid a dispute over garbage collection charges in San Miguelito. The agreement runs from January 19, 2026, to January 19, 2031.
Panama has unveiled its home, away, and third kits for the 2026 World Cup, giving fans an early look at the national team’s tournament identity. The release adds momentum to the country’s build-up to football’s biggest stage.
Panama’s Ministry of Culture has opened literary contests in short story, poetry, and narrative to promote new writers, including children, youth, and emerging authors. The initiative aims to strengthen the country’s literary scene and expand opportunities for creative talent.
Panama’s National Assembly will now choose a new Electoral Court magistrate from a list of 24 candidates after the Credentials Commission completed interviews. The appointment is moving to the plenary for a final vote.
A man was killed in a shooting in Llano Bonito, Juan Díaz, after at least three attackers fired more than 15 shots. Police are investigating the homicide.
Brazilian federal police have opened a defamation probe into Flavio Bolsonaro over remarks linking President Lula to crimes such as drug trafficking. The case adds to Brazil’s intense political polarization and could carry regional significance.
Panama’s National Assembly Credential Committee continued interviewing candidates for principal and alternate magistrate posts at the Electoral Tribunal. The selection is important for the country’s election oversight system.
Panama’s health authorities reported more than 1,700 dengue cases and urged residents to strengthen prevention efforts by eliminating mosquito breeding sites. Officials stressed that community cleanup remains key to limiting the spread of the disease.
Conep presented an update on the socioeconomic impact of the Donoso mine closure, focusing on how the shutdown is affecting nearby communities and local economic activity. The review adds to Panama’s broader debate over mining, jobs, and regional recovery.
A man was ambushed and shot to death while inside his car in Llano Bonito, Juan Díaz, in Panama City. The killing adds to growing concern over gun violence in the capital.
The April 15, 2026 Wednesday draw results for Panama’s national lottery were released, drawing the usual attention from players nationwide. The “miercolito” remains one of the country’s most watched lottery events.
Portobelo is set for the seventh Pollera Congo Festival, with authorities expecting more than 15,000 attendees during the May 1 holiday weekend. The event highlights Afro-Panamanian culture and could provide a boost to local tourism and commerce.
Portobelo will host the seventh Pollera Congo Festival on May 2, featuring an aquatic parade and 19 participating groups. The event will celebrate one of Panama’s most important Afro-Antillean traditions.
Panamanian authorities seized more than 2,000 boxes of alcoholic beverages in a border operation amid suspicions of smuggling. The move reflects ongoing efforts to curb contraband and protect legal trade in Panama.
Two Colombian nationals were arrested in Albrook during a joint operation by Interpol Panama and the National Police. Authorities linked them to an international network allegedly connected to drug and weapons trafficking with ties to the U.S. and Europe.