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Taxpayer complaints are mounting over long delays at Panama’s DGI, where refunds and tribunal-backed cases can remain unresolved for months. The criticism centers on a system seen as fast to collect but slow to respond.
Panamanians are increasingly applying for the documents needed to travel to Canada for the 2026 World Cup, according to Canada’s ambassador in Panama. The trend reflects growing excitement about supporting the national team abroad.
A year after La Villa River contamination was officially reported, many Panama communities still face water shortages, unanswered questions, and no lasting solution. Residents continue to rely on bottled water, public tanks, or unsafe tap water as authorities push new wells and unfinished fixes.
A sharp critique of Panama’s political culture argues that parties have become electoral businesses built on clientelism, dependency, and public spending. The call is for merit, accountability, and stronger democratic oversight.
An educational center in Veracruz is promoting prevention activities for young people through culture and sports to reduce dropout rates and steer students away from gangs. The initiative highlights the role of schools in supporting youth safety and retention in Panama.
President José Raúl Mulino attended Laura Fernández’s inauguration in Costa Rica, where she promised to deepen anti-corruption efforts and economic growth. The visit highlighted Panama’s interest in closer regional cooperation on trade, border development, and security.
Public schools in Panama are grappling with a familiar problem: rules exist, but enforcement is inconsistent. The result is a widening gap between institutional ideals and everyday practice.
U.S. and Panamanian partners held an aviation outreach event in Panama to encourage young people to explore careers in aviation and related fields. The effort highlighted aviation’s importance to the country’s economy and regional connectivity.
Patients at the Guabito polyclinic in Bocas del Toro are complaining about a lack of appointments and medicines, pressing authorities for answers. The situation raises concerns about access to basic health services in the area.
A National Assembly commission inspected abandoned Minsa-Capsi projects in Río Rita and Ciricito, Colón, highlighting more than 12 years of delays. The unfinished health centers have left residents waiting for local medical care.
PRD deputy Benicio Robinson accused Decentralization Authority director Roxana Méndez of targeting party members through audits of community boards. The dispute adds political tension to Panama’s oversight of local funds and decentralization.
Panama’s Ministry of Health confirmed two imported measles cases in travelers arriving from Costa Rica, including one who entered by land and another through Tocumen Airport. The cases underscore the importance of vaccination and border surveillance.
U.S. and Panamanian partners joined forces for an aviation outreach event designed to inspire young people to pursue careers in flight and aviation support. The effort highlighted aviation’s role in Panama’s connectivity and long-term workforce development.
Panama has handled nearly 500 cases involving violence, neglect and abandonment of older adults. The increase highlights growing concern over the protection and care of the country’s senior population.
Panama’s Public Prosecutor’s Office has reported the disappearance of Tyler Haase González, last seen in Arraiján on May 2 at about 9:00 p.m. The case highlights the urgency of missing-person investigations in the Panama metropolitan area.
Two teenagers, ages 15 and 17, were ordered detained over a violent robbery and attempted homicide on Panama City’s Avenida Balboa. The case, captured on security cameras, has renewed attention on safety in one of the capital’s busiest corridors.
TalenPro is promoting youth leadership and artistic talent in Chiriquí with a program for fifth- and sixth-year students. Participants can compete in singing, composition, dance, and audiovisual production.
IFARHU will receive documents for the 2026 General Scholarship Competition from May 11 to May 15, with the program open to primary, secondary, and university students. The process is a key step for students seeking education support in Panama.
Panama is experiencing hotter-than-usual conditions, and an incoming Sahara dust intrusion could make the heat feel even stronger. Meteorologists say the combination can intensify discomfort across the country.
Panama’s Ministry of Health confirmed a second imported measles case and urged residents and travelers to verify their vaccination schedules. Officials say staying current on immunizations remains key to preventing spread.