The latest, verified reporting on events across Panama and beyond. This section covers breaking stories, developments, and essential daily news.
UDELAS unveiled plans for the CIAES in Tolé, Chiriquí, presenting the order to begin construction at the 2026 Tolé fair; the center aims to bring care, rehab and training to over 12,000 residents.
Yuliana Denis del Rosario, 33, won the main prize at the 69th Feria Internacional de David: a 3,000 m² lot in Boquete Canyon Village, valued at over $115,000 and sponsored by Banco Davivienda.
Sinaproc has maintained a watch for windy conditions and high UV across Panama’s Pacific and Caribbean coasts, urging people to take preventive measures for sea safety and sun protection.
A recent study warns the Panamanian Pacific faces growing threats from overfishing, pollution and invasive species, jeopardizing critical habitats and long-term sustainability.
ASEP has published a timeline for the entry of a new third mobile operator in Panama, outlining a phased rollout that could reshape competition, pricing and coverage.
Following a global fuel price rise tied to the Middle East conflict, experts are urging Panamanian households to rethink budgets and prioritize essential spending to cope with higher energy-related costs.
A March 2026 report says the shutdown of Cobre Panama has prompted intervention by President José Raúl Mulino and could foreshadow tighter global copper supplies.
The USS Nimitz aircraft carrier and the destroyer USS Gridley will visit Panama from March 29 to April 2, 2026, with the carrier anchoring offshore and the destroyer at Amador Cruise Port in Panama City.
Panamanian players including José Caballero, Edmundo Sosa, Miguel Amaya, Iván Herrera and Justin Lawrence are set to feature on MLB Opening Day 2026, with Leonardo Jiménez’s status still pending.
The IMA is holding agro-fairs this Wednesday starting at 8:00 a.m., where shoppers can purchase key basic-food-basket items at reduced prices, TVN reports.
ENSA will perform preventive maintenance across its network from March 23–29, 2026, which may cause temporary power outages in specific sectors. Customers should check ENSA’s interruptions portal and social channels for details.
Correos y Telégrafos de Panamá (Cotel), under the Ministry of Government, has reactivated mail and parcel services to Europe, restoring links to countries including Spain, France, Italy, Germany, Portugal, Belgium and Great Britain.
Felipe Santos won his third consecutive Ironman 70.3 Panamá title, while Panamanian Billy Gordón was the top local finisher in eighth place at the 2026 race.
Acodeco fined the creator of Snowland Panama $15,000 after finding misleading advertising for claims that the event was “the first snow park in Panama,” following multiple consumer complaints.
The Lotería Fiscal in Panama has entered a regional phase; authorities and media say requirements, dates and participation steps have been published — check official channels for details.
ARAP has increased coastal patrols in Mariato, Veraguas, during the veda del camarón (Feb 1–Apr 11) to enforce Decreto Ejecutivo 158, with Aeronaval support to protect shrimp stocks.
Mayor Mayer Mizrachi announced the construction of 200 meters of sidewalks in Pedregal and plans to extend the works along the road from Rana de Oro to the Corredor de los Pobres, benefiting over 50,000 residents.
Telemetro reported on March 23, 2026 that rising fuel prices in Panama have prompted fare increases on some public-transport routes, affecting passengers, transport operators and merchants.
Panama’s customs authority has detained more than 1,600 packages of auto accessories over alleged irregularities; a technical valuation is underway to determine their total import value.
The Mercado San Felipe Neri plaza will host a BBQ Challenge on Sunday 29 March from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., featuring Puerca Parrillera, 1,000 tastings, live music and free entry. Ten teams will compete; registration is online.