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Questions Grow Over Rosewood Exuma Job Promises

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Leaked Rosewood Exuma documents reveal plans for 130 foreign work permits, sparking backlash from Turtlegrass Resort and the Save Exuma Alliance over concerns about jobs and environmental impact. Developer Yntegra denies the claims, saying that critics are spreading misinformation, and insists foreign permits are standard while promising training for Bahamians.

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5 months ago

December 3, 2025

Jerome Sawyer

NASSAU, BAHAMAS – Controversy surrounding the Rosewood Exuma development is intensifying after Our News obtained documents appearing to show parts of the Heads of Agreement between the government and the project’s developers.

The leaked details include provisions for 100 foreign construction permits and 30 foreign managerial permits, raising new questions about the developers’ commitment to hiring Bahamians.

Opposition to the project has escalated, with Turtlegrass Resort and the Save Exuma Alliance pushing back strongly against the revelations.

Turtlegrass officials accuse Miami-based developer Yntegra of “paying lip service” to Bahamian employment. CEO Bob Coughlin argues the development threatens existing Bahamian jobs and could harm sensitive marine environments through dredging. He doubled down on his stance that the project is simply too large for East Sampson Cay.

The Save Exuma Alliance also weighed in, saying the leaked provisions confirm long-standing concerns that the development would negatively impact both the environment and the local economy.

Yntegra, however, is pushing back forcefully. The company says the claims are rooted in “misinformation” and accuses Turtlegrass of “intentionally misrepresenting” the project. According to Yntegra, a Bahamian construction company was prepared to hire nearly 150 Bahamian workers before legal action, which they allege was directed by Coughlin, halted the process.

As for the requested foreign permits, Yntegra says they are standard for specialized roles and insists the company plans to provide training opportunities for Bahamians as the project progresses.

The dispute shows no signs of slowing, with both sides standing firm in their positions as public scrutiny intensifies.