Transport operators in David have requested a fare review after fuel prices rose, proposing a 50-centavos increase on the route. The proposal awaits review by local authorities and could affect commuters in Chiriquí.
Sinaproc issued a prevention notice on March 23, 2026, warning of elevated fire risk in eight regions of Panama due to dryness, strong winds and high temperatures.
TVN 2 reports Panamanian driver Axel Gómez has signed with Bengio as an official pilot. Bengio is noted for its innovation and use by professional racers worldwide.
Panamá is preparing for a two-match series against South Africa, using the double challenge to test players, tactics and gain cross-confederation experience.
Acodeco recovered over $4,500 for consumers in a dispute with Snowland Panamá, highlighting the agency’s role in enforcing consumer rights and securing refunds.
ASEP has confirmed it will open a tender to select a third mobile operator in Panama, with regulators saying the move aims to expand service options for consumers.
Comarca leaders in Panama have publicly rejected justifications of child abuse and vowed to strengthen protections after an uptick in reports of sexual abuse and violence against minors.
Holy Week in Panama City’s Casco Antiguo began on Viernes de Dolores with eight scheduled processions this year, featuring new elements aimed at pilgrims and tourists.
TVN 2 reports ex‑minister Carles warns informal employment in Panama exceeds 770,000, raising the number without stable work to about one million and underscoring the need for formal jobs and investment.
The Instituto Panameño de Derecho del Consumidor advised families to prioritize essentials and plan outings to manage rising prices, urging practical steps to reduce nonessential spending.
Panama issued an alert for isolated rains and windy conditions on both coasts and warned UV-B levels will reach 11–13 (extreme). Residents should protect themselves from intense solar radiation.
An Arctic-driven advance of spring is disrupting the breeding timing of a coastal bird that flies about 30,000 km annually, a change that could affect migratory patterns and coastal ecosystems relevant to Panama.
Melvin Novoa hit two home runs to lift Bocas del Toro over Occidente in a recent Béisbol Mayor game, TVN reported. TVN also announced live coverage of Panamá Oeste vs. Coclé on March 24.
TVN 2 reported that Darién defeated Panamá Este with standout efforts from Jorge Bautista and Jonathan Polo. Panamá Oeste will play Coclé live on March 24 at 7 p.m.
Visits to pavilion 15 at La Joya have been suspended after a disturbance that injured police officers; investigations are ongoing to determine responsibility for the assaults.
Rehearsals to carry the heavy Semana Santa andas have started in Casco Antiguo. TVN will offer special live coverage beginning with the Viernes de Dolores procession on March 27.
Merchants in La Chorrera tell TVN that melon prices rose from $0.25 to $0.35–$0.40 per pound, and sacks of oranges climbed from at least $12 to $18–$20, tightening household budgets.
TVMAX is broadcasting live the match between Colón and Panamá Oeste, providing national viewers with access to the provincial football encounter.
Saus Fest Food 2026 spotlights ‘saus’ as a central element of Panamanian cuisine and is being framed by TVN 2 as a must-attend event on the nation’s gastronomic calendar.
Coclé’s tourism sector remains upbeat despite rising fuel costs, supported by ongoing reservations and local activities that are sustaining the province’s economy, TVN 2 reports.