The National Bank of Dominica Ltd. (NBD) proudly celebrates the successful completion of its inaugural Growth and Impact Award, a special recognition program launched during the 2026 Graduation Season to honor students who have made meaningful contributions to their schools and communities. Rooted in the Bank’s commitment to its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) priorities, the Growth and Impact Award was designed to recognize graduating students who exemplify lead

Kalisha Aaron installed as President as the club celebrates a successful year, recognizes outstanding service, and unveils its vision for the 2026–2027 Rotary year. The Rotary Club of Portsmouth officially ushered in a new chapter of leadership during its Investiture Service held on Sunday, June 28, 2026, marking the transition from outgoing President Marianne Wijnands to incoming President Kalisha Aaron for the 2026–2027 Rotary year. The ceremony brought together Rotarians,

Award-winning Dominican artiste, songwriter and lead singer of Signal Band, Sheldon "Shelly" Alfred has successfully concluded his first official promotional visit to Grenada, using the opportunity to build relationships with the island's media, immerse himself in its vibrant culture and strengthen his growing presence in the Caribbean music industry ahead of his return for Spice Mas 2026. At the centre of the tour (from June 26th to 30th) was the promotion of his single "I

Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez announced today that Cuba has requested a UN session for July 7 to address the US blockade and denounced Washington's pressure to prevent the debate. In a press conference, the Foreign Minister emphasized that the United States' multidimensional aggression against Cuba "is not a future danger or threat; it is a crime against humanity in full swing." Rodríguez denounced the energy embargo and other measures that intensify the blockade as "a

UNDP Project leverages partnerships to strengthen indigenous tourism Sixteen members of the Kalinago community – 10 women and 6 men – have successfully graduated from a comprehensive Tour Guide Training Programme aimed at strengthening indigenous tourism, enhancing livelihood opportunities, and building community resilience within the Kalinago Territory. The graduation ceremony, held at the Barana Autê, brought together government officials, community leaders, development par

The Kiwanis Nature Island Club of Dominica proudly hosted its induction and installation ceremony at the UWI Global Campus Auditorium on Saturday, June 27, 2026, marking the official induction of 13 new members and the installation of the executive for the 2025/2026 administrative year. Officials from Martinique, including Lieutenant Governor Jean Michel Pajaniady, Incoming Lieutenant Governor for 2026-2027 Thierry Jean-Bart, and Distinguished Lieutenant Governor Didier Sai

Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026 officially welcomed returning Grenadians and invited guests with a special Welcome Reception held at Belmont Estate, hosted by Hon. Joseph Andall, Minister for Foreign Affairs, Trade and Export Development. The reception formed part of the opening activities for Grenada Diaspora Homecoming 2026, a national initiative designed to reconnect Grenadians from across the world with the homeland through culture, community engagement, investment dia

Prime Minister Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit is in Antigua and Barbuda to participate in the 78th Meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Authority, being held from June 21–22, 2026. Heads of Government of OECS Member States are meeting to discuss key regional priorities, including economic development, regional integration, climate resilience, security, food and energy security, freedom of movement, and strengthened cooperation in areas such as health, educat

United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk called on Monday for the immediate lifting of the sanctions imposed by the United States against Cuba, warning that their expansion is causing serious humanitarian consequences and endangering the lives of the Cuban people. According to Türk, the fuel restrictions implemented since early 2026, together with the tightening of extraterritorial sanctions, are severely affecting access to essential goods and services,

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) launches its flagship Democracy and Development Report in Santo Domingo to broaden regional conversations for democratic renewal. — Latin America and the Caribbean remains the most democratic developing region in the world. Yet the future of democracy increasingly depends on the State capacity to deliver inclusive human development, build resilience, and guarantee security amid growing uncertainty. These are among the findings of th

The partners of the KARULINK project met in Guadeloupe on 2 and 3 June 2026 for the project's first Steering Committee meeting, marking a major milestone in the implementation of this regional initiative supported by the European Union under the INTERREG Caribbean Programme 2021–2027 and co-financed by the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF). KARULINK is a collaborative project involving several Caribbean territories, including Antigua and Barbuda, Dominica, Saint Kitts

UN experts* today expressed profound concern regarding the escalating threats, coercive measures and judicial weaponisation deployed by the United States of America against Cuba. “Efforts to change the constitutional order of a sovereign State through threats and coercion echo colonial-era practices,” the experts said. Following the abduction of Venezuela’s President Maduro in January 2026, President Trump’s declaration of the so-called "Donroe Doctrine" in March 2026 asserti

Cuba’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, addressed the UN Security Council’s open debate on upholding the purposes and principles of the United Nations Charter, where he called for strengthening multilateralism, international law, and the Organization’s central role in preserving international peace and security. In his remarks, he acknowledged China’s leadership in convening the debate and linked the defense of the international order to the need to addr

The Revolutionary Government condemns in the strongest terms the despicable accusation by the United States Department of Justice announced on May 20 and proclaimed for several weeks against Army General Raúl Castro Ruz, leader of the Cuban Revolution. The United States government lacks the legitimacy and jurisdiction to carry out this action. It is a despicable and infamous act of political provocation, based on the dishonest manipulation of the incident that led to the down

Visit highlights India-UN partnership and SouthSouth cooperation supporting Indigenous resilience, livelihoods and climate action – As part of a high‑level mission to the Commonwealth of Dominica, Minister of State for External Affairs of India, the Hon. Pabitra Margherita, on Saturday visited United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)-supported project activities in the Kalinago Territory, underscoring the strong partnership between the Government of India, UNDP, the Gove

The Citizenship by Investment Committee (CBIC) and Management of the Investment Migration Agency (Grenada) (IMA) wish to inform the general public and stakeholders of the appointment of Mrs. Samorna Dowe-Mitchell as Corporate Secretary, with effect from Monday, January 19, 2026. Mrs. Dowe-Mitchell has extensive experience in governance, compliance, and investigations within the public sector. She recently served as Head of Investigations at the Integrity Commission, where she

The Dominica Association of Industry and Commerce (DAIC) has announced the election of a new Board of Directors following its 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM), held on Thursday, 14 May 2026, at the Prevo Cinemall Ballroom, Roseau. The AGM, which drew private sector representatives, stakeholders, sponsors, and invited guests, also featured an Open Session under the theme: "Beyond the Runway: Unlocking Private Sector Growth Through Dominica's International Airport." A keynote

The United Nations has launched its 2025 Annual Results Report for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, highlighting how coordinated UN action is delivering tangible results for people across the sub‑region delivering USD 73.7 million in support of governments' development priorities across the sub-region, amid intensifying climate, economic and social challenges. The launch took place at a press conference with participation from senior UN leadership as well as Chair of t

In an effort to continue strengthening ties with one of its vital global markets, the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) recently completed a comprehensive sales and outreach mission to the United Kingdom. Under the leadership of CEO Stacey Liburd, the delegation focused on high-level trade activations and diaspora community building to drive long-term visitor demand and market performance. The mission opened with a two-day diaspora outreach programme led by Melinda Telesford, M

Over 50 Government leaders, regional institutions, youth representatives, development partners and United Nations agencies yesterday convened in Saint Lucia for a Sub-Regional Consultation on the Joint Programme for Prevention of Youth Crime and Violence in the Eastern Caribbean, hosted by the United Nations Barbados and Eastern Caribbean Multi-Country Office (MCO). The one-day consultation bought together a wide cross section of stakeholders and youth advocates from benefici