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EIN Presswire reports two MLS players will miss South Africa’s opening friendly against Panama, the first of a two-match series; details on identities and dates remain limited.
Panama’s Caja de Seguro Social has created its first national research group and recognized 20 professionals chosen from 34 applicants in a national call.
The Panamanian government is assessing a transport subsidy to prevent a fare increase, with the amount to be decided after a meeting due in the next hours.
Panama will face South Africa in two friendly matches on March 27 and 31, described by coach Thomas Christiansen as “two key matches” in the team’s preparation. Matches will be broadcast on TVN, TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
Coach Thomas Christiansen emphasized commitment and mentality over results ahead of Panama’s friendly with South Africa in Durban, the first of two African fixtures before the 2026 World Cup.
Telemetro reports that Jehovah’s Witnesses have updated doctrine to permit autotransfusions while continuing to ban donor blood. The change may affect medical decision-making for members in Panama.
National Police and the Fiscalía Anticorrupción arrested five people in Veraguas, including a former corregimiento representative, in an investigation into alleged mismanagement of AND PDIS funds totaling $333,692.
The Asociación Directoras de Panamá presented the results of its eighth compliance study on Panama’s gender equity law, urging inclusion of qualified women on boards and highlighting the group’s training and advocacy work.
Orinoco Tribune reports that activists in the “Nuestra América Convoy to Cuba” were detained in both the United States and Panama; details remain limited pending official confirmation.
Dr. José Emilio Moreno is the third announced candidate for rector of the Universidad de Panamá, saying his administration would prioritize integration of all university estamentos.
The Tribunal Electoral said a woman tied to a 1997 case has not held or applied for a Panamanian cédula since 1985, clarifying the administrative record.
Albrook metro station will open at midday next Sunday while crews continue installing a new roof; work will continue after opening but officials say passenger safety will not be affected.
TVN 2 reports Albrook metro station will open at midday this Sunday while installation of a new roof continues; work will proceed without affecting user safety.
The Alcaldía de Panamá has begun the formal process to accredit Panama City as a Ramsar ‘City of Wetlands’, coordinating with the Ministry of Environment and Ramsar officials ahead of COP16 (2028).
Authorities detained a former Gatuncillo representative, two ex-treasurers and two merchants in Veraguas on suspicion of peculado, TVN 2 reported. The arrests relate to an alleged misuse of communal funds.
President Mulino inaugurated the Escuela República de Venezuela and spoke to students, according to Telemetro. The opening marks a government education project with further details to follow.
The Atevo Cup’s Apertura 2026 closed its regular phase with under-14 matches at COS Sports Plaza, finalising quarterfinalists across youth categories. Quarterfinals run this weekend at Eagles Stadium.
Escuela República de Venezuela in Panama was inaugurated after years of delays and abandonment. The Ministry of Education, with the Ministry of Culture, preserved the original façade to protect its heritage character.
The Alcaldía de Panamá and Fundación Triángulo de la Mujer will host the free “Mujeres que trazan líneas” event at Soho Mall on March 28, featuring panels, preventive health talks, and Zumba.
Panama’s Anti‑Corruption Prosecutor inspected the Fire Department headquarters on 26 March as part of a probe into roughly $20 million in procurement irregularities from 2022–2024. The investigation stems from a 2025 complaint after an internal audit found inconsistencies.