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About 40 people, including minors, were detained in San Miguelito for violating the district’s curfew. The enforcement highlights ongoing security measures in one of Panama’s busiest urban areas.
Panama is expanding its tourism model beyond transit by promoting a walkable Casco Antiguo, religious travel, and the Stopover in Panama program. The capital is emerging as a destination built around heritage, culture, and public space.
Panama is exploring insects as a sustainable source of protein amid food security concerns and growing interest in alternative nutrition. Researchers say the challenge is less about science than changing cultural perceptions.
A commentary in Panama says the National Assembly surrendered its authority after quickly retreating on Bill 491 following President José Raúl Mulino’s criticism. The dispute has renewed debate over presidential power and legislative independence.
Panama marks Black Ethnicity Month in May to recognize the legacy and contributions of Afrodescendant communities. The observance highlights the country’s multicultural identity and national heritage.
A crash in Santa Ana, Los Santos, left one person dead and another injured on the road to El Rompió. Firefighters again urged motorists to follow road safety measures.
A traffic crash in Santa Ana, Los Santos, left one person dead and another seriously injured on the road to Playa El Rompío. Authorities have opened an investigation while firefighters renewed calls for cautious driving.
Panama’s National Migration Service detected 15 foreign nationals in irregular status during operations in San Francisco and Costa del Este. The cases involved work in commercial businesses and digital platforms.
La Chorrera is preparing its celebration of San Francisco de Paula, with centennial bells marking the festivities. The event reflects the town’s religious traditions and local identity.
The International Fair of Azuero drew large crowds into its final weekend, including around 40,000 visitors on Friday, May 1. The turnout highlights the event’s importance for culture, commerce, and tourism in Los Santos.
Portobelo celebrated the Seventh Festival of the Pollera Congo even as rain fell across Colón province. The turnout reflected the strong pull of Afro-Panamanian tradition in one of Panama’s most culturally important towns.
Panama’s civil protection agency has extended a prevention alert for rain and thunderstorms across several regions through May 4. The notice highlights continuing weather risks that could affect travel and local communities.
Heavy rains in San Miguelito flooded roads, damaged homes and left one person dead, prompting civil protection authorities to urge drivers to slow down and stay alert. The incident highlights the vulnerability of dense urban districts to flash flooding.
Panama Oeste has logged 2,149 traffic accidents in 2026, with 12 deaths reported in the last month. Police say speeding, alcohol and cellphone use are among the main causes.
A magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck near Coiba, Panama, at a depth of 10 kilometers. No damage has been reported after the tremor.
Panama’s Passport Authority will hold a special nationwide service day this Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. after a system failure suspended service. The extra hours aim to help applicants catch up on pending passport procedures.
Minsa warned that water in Taboga is not safe to drink after a failure at the local treatment plant. The alert affects residents and visitors and limits how the supply should be used.
Portobelo celebrated the seventh Festival de Polleras Congo, Máscaras y Bailes de Diablos with music, boats, and traditional dress honoring Afrocolonial heritage. The biennial event highlighted Panama’s living Congo culture and community identity.
Panama has extended a prevention advisory through May 4 due to rain, thunderstorms, wind gusts and lightning across several regions. Authorities are urging the public to remain alert as unstable weather continues.
Panama’s IMA is holding agricultural fairs on May 4 and 5, offering rice for $5 in several districts and communities across the country. The sales aim to give households access to a key staple at a lower price.