Panama’s Fiscal Lottery will be reorganized into four regions, with 12 drawings scheduled over three months. The change is aimed at bringing the lottery closer to communities in the interior.
Panama City is preparing to bid out three major urban renewal projects at Plaza 5 de Mayo, Avenida 3 de Noviembre, and Calle Estudiante. The plans could improve mobility, public space, and local commerce if they are backed by long-term management and coordination.
Authorities secured the scene after a lifeless body was found in Piña, Colón province. The discovery has triggered an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death.
Herrera prosecutors are searching for two suspects tied to the killing of a Hindu merchant in Chitré. The case remains under active investigation in Panama’s central province.
IFARHU has begun receiving documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Contest in Panama’s central provinces while parents also seek guidance on PASE-U collection. The move starts another round of education aid procedures for students and families.
Authorities are sending humanitarian aid to flood-affected communities in Veraguas, with special attention on hard-to-reach areas after heavy rains. The response underscores the logistics challenges that come with storm damage in rural parts of the province.
A shooting pursuit in Llano Bonito ended with the death of a foreign national after the victim was taken to a hospital. Authorities are investigating the fatal incident in Panama City.
Panama’s Cabinet approved a $4.5 million contract with ENSA to collect San Miguelito’s trash fee through electricity bills for the next five years. The decision comes despite a legal objection and a dispute with the district’s mayor.
Brazil defeated Panama 9-1 in futsal at the IV South American Youth Games Panama 2026, with Isaac Soares and Luka Berroeco leading the scoring. Panama has now lost its first two matches in the tournament.
A judge ordered pretrial detention for a man suspected in the killing of a firefighter in La Chorrera. The case involves an alleged attack after the suspect and three teenagers entered a ride-hailing vehicle.
Colón and Panama Oeste remain among Panama’s most affected provinces as violence continues to heighten public concern. The security problem is putting pressure on daily life, commerce, and mobility in both regions.
Panama’s fuel prices will see a slight drop beginning April 17, with the new rates in effect until May 1. The adjustment is closely watched because it affects transport costs and everyday expenses nationwide.
Pakistan is trying to help revive U.S.-Iran talks in Tehran as a ceasefire in the Middle East nears expiration. The diplomatic push comes after nearly seven weeks of war and amid fears of renewed escalation.
President José Raúl Mulino said Panama will not import rice while national inventories remain sufficient, reaffirming support for local producers. The move highlights the government’s effort to balance food supply stability with protection for domestic agriculture.
Chiriquí and Panamá Oeste met in Game 3 of the semifinal round of Panama’s 83rd National Major Baseball Championship. The matchup was broadcast live across TVMAX, TVN Pass, and YouTube.
Panama’s men’s football team faced Bolivia in the IV South American Youth Games 2026, with live coverage available across TVMAX, TVN Pass, and YouTube. The tournament offers young Panamanian players a key stage for international experience.
Alexander De Gracia has stepped down as deputy administrator of Panama’s Maritime Authority, prompting the Executive branch to name a replacement. The move comes as Nadia Madrid serves as acting director while Luis Roquebert is away on official travel and vacation.
Rafael Santos Díaz will perform in Panama this week in a show that blends vallenato with Panamanian typical music. The concerts in Santiago de Veraguas and Panama City will highlight his family legacy and newer material.
El Salvador has approved a law allowing life sentences for minors as young as 12, expanding President Nayib Bukele’s hardline anti-crime agenda. The move is likely to intensify global criticism over due process and human rights.
IMA has announced agroferias for Thursday in Coclé, Darién and Colón. Shoppers must present their cédula to take part in the organized sales events.