Kwasi Thompson

Kwasi Thompson

politician Bahamas

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.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
1 wks
Reach
5,546
Power
183$
Sentiment
4.50
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Bahamas 4 4.50 1.28% +10% 393,248 5,546 $13,000 183$
Totals 4 393,248 5,546 $13,000 183$
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Recent Mentions

Bahamas Bahamas: Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, asserted that the figures have exposed what he called the Government’s 'tourism illusion'. 3

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Tourism ‘pacing ahead’ despite ‘reduced weeks’ for November

Bahamas Bahamas: Kwasi Thompson, MP for East Grand Bahama, said the situation is an example of the government’s continued neglect in Grand Bahama. 3

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Faulty body trailer replaced at Rand amid morgue delay questions

Bahamas Bahamas: Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, criticized the elimination of VAT deductions on construction materials. 5

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Businesses being ‘taxed to the point of stagnation’

Bahamas Bahamas: Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, asserted that the Government has loaned more than $140m to Bahamas Power & Light. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Pintard slams ‘outrageous’ $20m into ‘shell company’

Bahamas Bahamas: 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. 5

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: PMH patients detail long waits, poor conditions

Bahamas Bahamas: Kwasi Thompson, the MP for East Grand Bahama, demanded that LUSCO fix Freeport's deteriorated roads. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Opposition MP demands Freeport’s roads are fixed

Bahamas Bahamas: Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, criticized the Davis administration for its handling of the Grand Bahama International Airport redevelopment. 3

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: GB airport’s financing switch ‘not robbing Peter to pay Paul’

Bahamas Bahamas: 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. 6

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Grand Lucayan in fresh closure delay

Bahamas Bahamas: Kwasi Thompson, the Opposition’s finance spokesman, called for The Bahamas to establish its own Internet Exchange Point. 7

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: Legal reforms ‘shift power dynamic’ over data control

Bahamas Bahamas: East Grand Bahama MP Kwasi Thompson visited the shelter on Saturday to check on constituents, bringing hot meals and drinks for those already settled. 8

The Tribune – major Bahamian daily, est. 1903: East Grand Bahama residents urged to evacuate ahead of Tropical Storm Imelda