The government of The Bahamas has announced that it will not renew contracts for 31 Cuban teachers for the new school year.
The decision has prompted concerns about possible staffing shortages, particularly in specialised areas.
The Ministry of Education says foreign teachers would be recruited in cases where vacancies cannot be filled by Bahamians.
Meanwhile, the Davis administration says the recruitment of Cuban medical personnel remains on hold amid continuing talks with US officials.
According to the Tribune, the decisions mark the latest changes involving Cuban workers as the administration navigates US concerns about Cuba’s overseas labour programmes.
