From the Editor:
What Da Wybe Is? This issue we’re giving real talk and real talent with a spotlight on Art Lucaya. Welcome to another week of Wybe.
Under the soft pastel skies of Grand Bahama, Art Lucaya lit up this past weekend with a message as bold as the Bahamian sun itself: Steady Sunward.
Borrowed from our national anthem, this theme wasn’t just a slogan it was the pulse and heartbeat of this year’s three-day festival. It guided everything from stunning art installations to unforgettable performances. Steady Sunward became more than a phrase; it was a collective mantra, a reminder that no matter what we face, we’re moving together towards something brighter.
“Bahamian art has always been about light and forward motion,” said Fatima Kaboub, the visionary behind the festival. “Steady Sunward is our call to keep pushing forward, no matter the obstacles. It’s as personal as it is national.”
And it wasn’t just talk. The theme echoed through every brushstroke, note, and verse over the three days. Bahamian artist Nikita Turnquest, aka Adonis Bahamas, painted a stunning piece (featured on this week’s cover) three tribal-inspired faces representing the sun, the people, and the sea. “This piece symbolizes Bahamian unity,” Nikita shared. “Strength, togetherness, and divine guidance, all pushing us toward the light.”
Then there was Zsa Zsa Wallace, whose digital art was all about movement and optimism. “My process is messy and emotional, but the final result? Pure joy,” she said. “This theme gave us all the green light to push past our limits and reach upward.”
Zsa Zsa Wallace
For Del Foxton, who transforms recycled paper into textured art, Steady Sunward resonated deeply. “What’s discarded can become something beautiful,” she explained. “Just like what we’re doing in Grand Bahama—turning debris into gold.”
Del Foxton
One of the biggest supporters this year was Carnival Corporation. Instead of just building infrastructure, they’re all in on cultural engagement. “We’re Excited for what’s coming in Grand Bahama,” said Philcher Grant, a Carnival exec at Celebration Key. “But the vision goes beyond just showcasing Bahamian culture, it’s about making sure it’s created by the hands of local artists and storytellers.
The festival's future is already shaping up to be something incredible. From canvases drenched in light, sculptures crafted from nature, spoken word that hits deep, and music that screams Bahamian pride, Art Lucaya is becoming an essential space for artistic expression.
“The creative renaissance is happening right here in Grand Bahama,” said His Excellency Jamal Rolle, The Bahamas’ first cultural ambassador, now UNESCO (United Nations Educational Scientific & Cultural Organization) ambassador.
With next year already in the works and growing interest from international curators, Art Lucaya is on track to become a global statement, a living, breathing testament to what it truly means to be Bahamian.
Steady Sunward isn’t just a theme. It’s the future. Steady Always, Sunward Always.
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Grand Bahama Chamber Welcomes New Leadership
This past weekend The Grand Bahama Chamber of Commerce has installed its 2025–2026 Board of Directors.
Mr. Dillon F. Knowles is the new President. He’s joined by Mr. Ralph R. Hepburn (1st VP), Mr. Edward Whan II (2nd VP), Ms. Carina Ferguson (Treasurer), and Mrs. Atyia McIntosh-Davermand (Secretary).
New directors include Brandon Hall, Davina Rutherford, Jayna Campbell, Lasard Burrows, Nicole B. Colebrooke, and Terrance Roberts III.
The board is committed to boosting business growth, supporting local entrepreneurs, and driving community impact. If you're looking to grow your business in Grand Bahama, now is the perfect time to reach out and get to know the Chamber.
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The Rise and Fall of Creators Alliance
At first, it sounded like a dream. Watch some videos, invite some friends, and collect a cheque? In this economy? Say less. For months, Creators Alliance had Bahamians thinking they’d found the ultimate side hustle. But now that the site’s gone ghost, office doors locked, and the group chats dry, the truth is hitting hard, Creators Alliance was all smoke and mirrors.
People didn’t just sign up. They invested big. Some even took out loans. Others dipped into their life savings. The dream? Financial freedom. The reality? Another all-too-familiar scam.
From the start, there were red flags:
Too-good-to-be-true returns – Promising daily profits with little effort is a hallmark of Ponzi-style schemes.
Recruitment over product – Participants were urged to bring in more members, a classic red flag of pyramid structures.
Lack of regulatory approval – The Securities Commission of The Bahamas issued warnings, but for many, the promise of financial gain outweighed the risks.
And yet, thousands poured their savings into the scheme. Some even borrowed from banks or family members, confident they’d make back their money quickly.
The collapse of Creators Alliance echoes the downfall of other high-profile financial disasters in The Bahamas. The FTX debacle, which saw billions evaporate overnight, left similar devastation in its wake. But while FTX was a cryptocurrency empire entangled in regulatory loopholes, Creators Alliance followed a more traditional playbook, one well-documented in scam history.
Now, as victims grapple with their losses, a bigger question emerges: How do we stop this from happening again? Because if history has taught us anything, it’s that another scheme is always just around the corner.
