Kwasi Thompson
BahamaspoliticianMale3.6Global Dominance: 0.00%Kwasi Thompson is a prominent Bahamian politician and a member of the Free National Movement (FNM), where he serves as the finance spokesman. He has been vocal in criticizing the government's fiscal policies, particularly regarding the alarming deficit figures that have emerged for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. Thompson has called for the Davis administration to present a corrective action plan to address what he describes as a 'disastrous' fiscal situation, emphasizing the impact on the everyday lives of Bahamians facing economic challenges.
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Kwasi Thompson, the East Grand Bahama MP, accused the government of allowing conditions at the community clinic to deteriorate into a 'health hazard'.
MP warns of ‘health hazard’at High Rock community clinicBahamas· 2026-06-23
East Grand Bahama MP, Kwasi Thompson, asked when the Freedom of Information Act and Independent Commission of Investigations would be fully implemented.
Gov’t gives little detail on anti-corruption watchdogsBahamas· 2026-06-19
East Grand Bahama MP, Kwasi Thompson, referred to Minister of Finance Michael Halkitis in a matter related to Top Notch Builders.
Front Porch: National embarrassment: belligerent, bullying SpeakerBahamas· 2026-06-19
Kwasi Thompson, the east Grand Bahama MP, slammed the Davis administration for tabling the enabling legislation on the last day of the 2026-2027 Budget debate.
Opposition blasts Gov’ts ‘tardy’ extra $250m moveBahamas· 2026-06-19
Kwasi Thompson, the east Grand Bahama MP, hit out after the second Davis administration moved to revise downwards its revenue goals.
Opposition MP blasts revised revenue targetBahamas· 2026-06-02Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, previously voiced fears that the Government would circumvent the provisions of the Public Debt Management Act.
Gov’t defies Opposition on $265m bond proceedsBahamas· 2026-02-20Mr Thompson criticised the government over scandals and spending and urged voters to consider what he called a historic opportunity.
Pintard pledges to remove VAT from essential goodsBahamas· 2026-02-16
Kwasi Thompson, the east Grand Bahama MP, is demanding more transparency from the Government regarding public-private partnership agreements.
‘Stop governing in dark’ on PPPs, MP demandsBahamas· 2026-02-10
Kwasi Thompson is running for East Grand Bahama.
FNM to ratify eight candidates as election race heats upBahamas· 2026-02-03
Kwasi Thompson is demanding that the government table its memorandum of understanding with Emera over the proposed acquisition of Grand Bahama Power Company.
Thompson: Table GB power dealBahamas· 2026-01-29
Kwasi Thompson, East Grand Bahama MP, blamed the Davis administration for allowing conditions to deteriorate over the past five years.
Pintard says Grand Bahama defined by stalled projectsBahamas· 2026-01-27Kwasi Thompson, the east Grand Bahama MP, asserted that the Government owed it to the Bahamian people to explain the benefits of eliminating VAT on unprepared foods.
‘Governing in the dark’ over food VAT removalBahamas· 2026-01-23
Kwasi Thompson said the relief should go further if Bahamians are to feel meaningful change.
‘How much will Bahamians save from VAT cut on food?’Bahamas· 2026-01-22
Kwasi Thompson, the east Grand Bahama MP, told Tribune Business: 'I have a number of constituents who continue to work there who have been vigorously complaining.'
‘Take GB out of dark’ over unpaid Lucayan workersBahamas· 2025-12-15
Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, asserted that the figures have exposed what he called the Government’s 'tourism illusion'.
Tourism ‘pacing ahead’ despite ‘reduced weeks’ for NovemberBahamas· 2025-12-03
Kwasi Thompson, MP for East Grand Bahama, said the situation is an example of the government’s continued neglect in Grand Bahama.
Faulty body trailer replaced at Rand amid morgue delay questionsBahamas· 2025-12-03
Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, criticized the elimination of VAT deductions on construction materials.
Businesses being ‘taxed to the point of stagnation’Bahamas· 2025-12-02
Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, asserted that the Government has loaned more than $140m to Bahamas Power & Light.
Pintard slams ‘outrageous’ $20m into ‘shell company’Bahamas· 2025-11-24
East Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson said a constituent complained that a family member waited for days in the Accident and Emergency Department due to a shortage of beds.
PMH patients detail long waits, poor conditionsBahamas· 2025-11-12
Kwasi Thompson, the MP for East Grand Bahama, demanded that LUSCO fix Freeport's deteriorated roads.
Opposition MP demands Freeport’s roads are fixedBahamas· 2025-11-06
Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, criticized the Davis administration for its handling of the Grand Bahama International Airport redevelopment.
GB airport’s financing switch ‘not robbing Peter to pay Paul’Bahamas· 2025-10-20
Mr Thompson argued that the unanswered questions about the projects only deepen public skepticism, and contribute to a broader crisis of confidence surrounding the Government’s ability to stimulate real investment and job creation in Grand Bahama.
Grand Lucayan in fresh closure delayBahamas· 2025-10-20
Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, called for The Bahamas to establish its own Internet Exchange Point.
Legal reforms ‘shift power dynamic’ over data controlBahamas· 2025-10-16
East Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson visited the shelter on Saturday to check on constituents, bringing hot meals and drinks for those already settled.
East Grand Bahama residents urged to evacuate ahead of Tropical Storm ImeldaBahamas· 2025-09-29
Shadow Minister of Finance Kwasi Thompson responded to the rise in unemployment in The Nassau Guardian.
FRONT PORCH: Is there a shift in political momentum?Bahamas· 2025-09-26
Kwasi Thompson, the east Grand Bahama MP, highlighted the struggles of under-employed workers in the Bahamas.
Cost of living crisis made worse by 65k ‘under-employed’Bahamas· 2025-09-26Kwasi Thompson, the east Grand Bahama MP, responded to the Bahamas National Statistical Institute's Labour Force Survey for January 2025.
Opposition: Jobs numbers show economy 'been put into reverse'Bahamas· 2025-09-24East Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson questioned whether defendants would prefer judge-alone trials.
Azario officers seek judge trialBahamas· 2025-09-18
Kwasi Thompson was present alongside Michael Pintard while discussing the delayed payments to Grand Lucayan staff.
Pintard: Grand Lucayan staff confused over delayed payment of their salariesBahamas· 2025-09-15Dr Smith's comments were echoed by the Opposition’s finance spokesman, Kwasi Thompson, who also called on the Davis administration to restore the zero VAT rate.
Pharmacy chief renewing call to eliminate VAT on medicinesBahamas· 2025-09-09