Category: News

Panama’s National Lottery has moved the Sunday drawing scheduled for April 5 to Wednesday, April 8. The change also affects prize timing and validity for ticket holders.

SINAPROC reported three deaths during Panama’s 2026 Easter holiday period, with the cases occurring outside the areas covered by the official operation. The incident underscores the continued need for holiday safety measures nationwide.

“Cardio con mi perro” returns to Costa del Este on April 12, inviting residents to enjoy a walk with their dogs. The event blends exercise, pet-friendly recreation, and community participation.

Panama’s 2026 holiday calendar outlines the remaining public days off, including national observances and potential long weekends. The schedule is a key planning tool for travel, family time, and business operations.

Panama’s urban landscape is more than decoration: it supports health, identity, and climate resilience. The case for preserving green space is especially clear in places like Calidonia and Barrio La Exposición.

SINAPROC reported heavy Holy Week activity in Panama, with crowds at beaches and more than 338,000 people attending religious processions across several provinces. The figures highlight the scale of holiday movement nationwide.

Panama expects to issue a resolution allowing First Quantum Minerals to process stockpiled ore at the shuttered Cobre Panama mine. The move could ease pressure at the site while stopping short of a full restart.

Panama plans to issue a resolution letting First Quantum Minerals process stockpiled ore at the shuttered Cobre Panama mine. The move marks a limited step around one of the country’s most controversial mining projects.

Panama’s watershed management and canal operations are emerging as a regional model for water security. The country’s mix of forest restoration, coordination, and water-saving engineering offers lessons for Central America.

Panama City has extended the deadline for filing key municipal income and advertising declarations to April 30, 2026. Taxpayers who comply by then can avoid surcharges and fines.

Panama schools are grappling with a mix of cyberbullying and physical violence that can hide warning signs of deeper distress. Experts say parents need direct, personal interaction with children to detect problems earlier.

Panama City Hall joined teachers, municipal police and local leaders in a painting and cleanup day at Escuela Santos Jorge in Chilibre. The effort aimed to improve the school environment for nearly 2,000 students.

Experts are calling for stronger prevention efforts at home and better coordination among Panama’s state institutions to protect vulnerable minors. They say shelters alone cannot solve problems that begin with family risk and lack of early support.

Panama’s sanitation authority has identified Cerro Batea and Torrijos Carter in San Miguelito as areas with heavy waste buildup. The district has been under sanitation intervention for nearly three months to stabilize cleaning and collection services.

Panama’s water crisis is deepening as drought, deforestation, and weak coordination put pressure on the Canal and on public supply. The 2023 dry season exposed how closely the country’s economy and water security depend on the same watershed.

The body of a 70-year-old tourist missing at El Estero beach in Veraguas was recovered after a search involving Sinaproc, firefighters, police and local residents. The operation highlights the importance of coastal safety and rapid emergency response in Panama.

Cloudy skies and scattered rain are expected to continue across Panama this Monday, while no active vigilance notice remains in effect. The weather may affect daily travel and outdoor plans.

Boquete will celebrate 115 years since its founding with a major April 12 event featuring a parade, cabalgata, music, dance and civic ceremonies. The anniversary highlights the Chiriquí highland district’s coffee, culture and tourism appeal.

An ancient tomb in Panama has revealed pre-Hispanic skeletons, jewellery, and gold, offering new clues about burial customs and social status. The discovery adds to Panama’s rich archaeological record.

Panama Convention Center in Panama City ranked 97th among the world’s top 100 convention centers for 2026. The recognition underscores Panama’s growing role in international meetings and business tourism.