Cost Of Two Trips By Minister Alexa Lightbourne
A trip in September 2025 by Minister of Home Affairs Alexa Lightbourne to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia cost $10,094.49, and a trip to New York cost $7,266.56, according to recent listings on the Government’s travel webpage.
2nd Africa – CARICOM [AU] Summit – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
The trip duration was listed as from September 3, 2025 – September 9, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Minister of Home Affairs represented Bermuda at the 2nd Africa–CARICOM Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia [6–8 September 2025], convened by the African Union Commission with Heads of Government of CARICOM.
“During the trip, the Minister of Home Affairs engaged with CARICOM Heads of Government and regional bodies to deepen ties with CARICOM and to advance Bermuda’s strategic objectives.
“While in Ethiopia, the delegation also visited Shashamane where the Minister had the opportunity to engage members of the Bermudian diaspora and explored ways to diversify imports, strengthen food security, and support the Government’s cost-of-living agenda.
“The host country covered hotel and transport expenses for Government Ministers and Heads of State for the conference days.”
Expenses
- Air Travel: $7,814.00
- Ground Transportation: $227.62
- Accommodation: $1,214.31
- Meals: $630.22
- Miscellaneous: $208.34
- Total costs: $10,094.49
Forbes 13th Annual Power Women’s Summit – New York
The trip duration was listed as from September 9, 2025 – September 11, 2025, and the web page listing said, “The Minister of Home Affairs attended the invite-only Forbes 13th Annual Power Women’s Summit in New York on September 10, 2025, a forum where global leaders and innovators convened under the theme ‘Building What’s Next.’
“The mission provided a platform to exchange bold ideas with a strong sense of responsibility, strengthen relationships across business, philanthropy, and media networks, and gather practical insights to support Bermuda’s priorities; particularly the forthcoming Cost of Living Strategy and wider affordability agenda.
“Participation in the Summit reinforced the Government’s commitment to inclusive leadership and women’s economic empowerment, while elevating Bermuda’s profile and generating connections that can translate into actionable partnerships and policy improvements domestically.”
Expenses
- Air Travel: $3,059.01
- Ground Transportation: $471.32
- Accommodation: $3,698.12
- Meals: $38.11
- Total costs: $7,266.56
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