Negotiations on March 25, 2026 between Panama’s government and transport operators paused a planned fare increase; both sides agreed to shield consumers from international crisis impacts.
Residents of banana-producing communities in Barú protested on March 25 over shortages of drinking water and electricity, warning they will stay on alert until Idaan and other authorities provide concrete responses.
Panama’s foreign minister met with 10 Panamanian citizens detained in Cuba since late February, an official visit confirmed by government sources as part of the minister’s agenda on the island.
Panama’s Ministry of Education redesigned its English curriculum with technical advice from the U.S. Embassy’s regional English office, aiming to promote more dynamic classroom learning.
Panama will play friendlies against South Africa on March 27 and 31, broadcast on TVN and TVMAX. José Córdoba said the matches will offer insight into what Ghana could be like at the World Cup.
The Feria Internacional de David donated harvest displayed at the exhibition to local homes, foundations and school cafeterias, redirecting produce to community needs.
The Feria Nacional de Colón is promoted as a family-focused fair that will showcase gastronomy, cultural traditions and support local economic activity in Colón province.
Acodeco has ordered nationwide reinforcement of price monitoring after international oil prices rose, instructing teams to watch price behavior to protect consumers.
Authorities issued a heat watch for Panama as strong solar radiation is expected to raise the heat index, increasing risks of heat-related illness. Residents are urged to take basic precautions and stay informed.
The National Assembly will begin interviewing candidates for Defensor del Pueblo on Monday, March 30 at 9:30 a.m. in the Salón Manuel Leneé (Salón Azul). The hearings mark the start of formal vetting by legislators.
Panama’s Ministry of Health says it is reinforcing care capacity as respiratory viruses rise, urging mask use when symptomatic and frequent handwashing.
Actor Julio César Herrera, known for the character Freddy Contreras, visits Panama to present a career-celebrating monologue and lead workshops for actors and students.
TVN 2 published the complete results of the Lotería Nacional de Beneficencia drawing held on March 25, 2026, including first, second and third prize listings. Players should check their tickets against the published numbers and follow official procedures to claim any winnings.
Panama is stepping up efforts to strengthen its image as an investment destination as international organizations project growth near 5%, positioning the country among the region’s top performers.
A warehouse fire in Río Abajo led to resident evacuations while firefighters worked to prevent flames from reaching a nearby school; no injuries reported and stored materials remain unknown.
An incident at a Tocumen youth shelter caused damage and led to the escape of several adolescents; authorities activated security protocols and launched coordinated search operations.
Copa Airlines and ALAS celebrated the graduation of 42 pilots trained at the Academia Latinoamericana Superior de Aviación through an alliance aimed at strengthening Panama’s aviation talent pipeline.
Panama will play two friendly matches against South Africa on March 27 and 31, 2026, with live broadcasts on TVN, TVMAX, TVN Pass and TVMAX PANAMÁ’s YouTube channel.
Meta has expressed disagreement with a court verdict related to social media addiction, while the plaintiff’s lawyers called the decision historic for children and families.
The Panama Film Festival’s 14th edition broadens its national film lineup and, for the first time, stages free public screenings and activities in San Miguelito to increase access.