The Tribune

By JADE RUSSELL

Tribune Staff Reporter

jrussell@tribunemedia.net

A COMPANY developing a luxury resort in Exuma has donated medical equipment to support a temporary clinic while the local healthcare facility undergoes repairs.

Yntegra Group, a privately held investment firm involved in resort and real estate development in Exuma, provided items including wheelchairs, hospital beds, stretchers, weighing scales, air conditioning units, office furniture, and other essential supplies.

Nurse Elizabeth Boatemaa, who works at the clinic, said the equipment will improve conditions for staff and patients. She noted that air conditioning has made the space more comfortable and that the new beds and medical tools will assist in providing care.

Felipe MacLean, Yntegra Group’s principal, visited the clinic last month and was told the facility needed additional resources. He asked Nurse Boatemaa to compile a list of priority items, and the company later delivered more than 130 requested supplies.

In addition to the clinic donation, Yntegra provided new playground equipment for the Black Point All-Age School. The company purchased and installed commercial-grade play structures, repainted existing equipment, and donated laptops. Acting Principal Ethenique Rolle said the new playground is a valuable addition for students.

Yntegra is leading the development of the $200m Rosewood Exuma resort, which is expected to open in 2028. Plans include 33 beachfront suites, a luxury spa, six dining venues, and two marinas aimed at attracting high-net-worth visitors. The project is under review by The Bahamas’ Department of Environmental Planning and Protection (DEPP).

The company has faced opposition from Turtlegrass Resort & Island Club, which has raised environmental concerns. Turtlegrass, whose own development was approved before Yntegra’s, argues that elements of the Rosewood project — including docks and marinas — could disrupt its operations. The company has called for further environmental studies and warned that the impact of dredging could threaten marine ecosystems.