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Parliament has approved a motion to confer Dominica’s highest national honour—the Dominica Award of Honour (D.A.H.)—on the late Prime Ministers Roosevelt “Rosie” Douglas and Pierre Charles. The motion recognizes the two leaders for their outstanding service, vision, and dedication to Dominica’s development, social justice, and community upliftment. Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit described both men as […]

President Sylvanie Burton of Dominica met with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Tuesday, October 14, during her visit to China for the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women. President Xi described Dominica as a valued friend and partner in the Caribbean, noting that the two nations have enjoyed more than 20 years of strong

Dominicans across the island proudly displayed their national colors today as the country celebrates Flag Day, part of National Emblems Week. Chief Cultural Officer Earlson Matthew says this year’s celebrations will be centered in the north and northeast of the island, while partners such as the 4-H Club and the Ministry of Education will lead

In a vibrant celebration of youth achievement, the Dominica National 4-H Awards Ceremony was held at the State House under the theme “Celebrating Excellence and Cultivating Potential.” Students from more than 50 primary and 13 secondary schools were recognized for their outstanding work in agriculture, arts, and community service. Youth Minister Oscar George congratulated the

The Pan American Health Organization has donated a 40-inch Vizio Smart TV and a mobile stand to the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Social Services to enhance public health education across Dominica. The official handover took place on October 8, where PAHO Country Programme Specialist Nicole Slack-Liburd presented the equipment to Permanent Secretary Dr. Kyra

Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit will move a motion in Parliament on Tuesday, October 14, seeking approval to bestow Dominica’s highest national honour—the Dominica Award of Honour—on the late Prime Ministers Roosevelt “Rosie” Douglas and Pierre Charles. The award recognizes their outstanding leadership and dedication to Dominica’s development, social justice, and community upliftment. The honours will

The Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC) is introducing a practical waste-sorting and recycling initiative during the Ti Vilaj Creole. The program aims to educate the public on sorting waste at the source and demonstrate effective waste management in action. Acting Landfill Manager Karah Wilson said festival-goers will witness the full process—from disposal to collection—highlighting

As Dominica’s Independence celebrations gain momentum and excitement builds for the World Creole Music Festival, the streets of Roseau are gearing up for a vibrant showcase of local culture and creativity. On Friday, October 17th, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., Great Marlborough Street will come alive with the ninth annual Creole in the Streets

St Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) has emerged as one of the Caribbean’s fastest-growing tourism destinations in 2025, recording a 17.3% increase in visitor arrivals in the first half of the year compared to 2024, according to the Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO). This growth places SVG second only to Guyana (18.3%) in regional tourism expansion.

The United Nations said Thursday that 170,000 metric tons of food, medicine and other humanitarian aid is ready to enter Gaza and that it is seeking a green light from Israel to ma0ssively increase help for more than 2 million Palestinians following a deal to pause the war. In the last several months, the U.N.