The Government of Dominica expresses profound sadness at the passing of former Government Minister and distinguished public servant, Ian Pinard. Ian Pinard served as Parliamentary Representative for the Soufriere constituency, including the communities of Soufriere, Scotts Head, Gallion and Pointe Michel. He was first elected to Parliament in 2005 and reelected in 2014, representing his constituents’ interests with distinction at the national level. During his time in Governm

Cabinet, at its meeting on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, approved the waiver of the fee for obtaining birth certificates during the ongoing voter confirmation period. The measure takes effect immediately and will remain in place until October 14, 2026, coinciding with the end of the confirmation exercise. It is intended to ensure that citizens can access the necessary documentation to participate fully in the process. The Government of Dominica continues to encourage all eligible

Allez, the Saint Lucian women-owned ride-hailing app, proudly celebrates its five-year anniversary on April 18, 2026. Co-founders Mellissa Preville and Safiya Paul reflect on the company’s journey with pride and optimism as they look toward an exciting new chapter of regional growth. Since its inception, Allez has remained committed to its mission to revolutionize travel in the Caribbean. Allez is focused on creating safe, reliable, convenient, and innovative transportation s

DOMLEC takes this opportunity to inform our valued customers that the Geothermal Project is now in an advanced stage of commissioning.   To date, we have tested and energised key sections of the new 33kV transmission system. This includes critical equipment at Fond Colé and Laudat, as well as the 33kV underground transmission line interconnecting both sites. The geothermal generators were successfully started and loaded at the end of the first week in March using an existing

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Business, Trade and Energy wishes to inform the general public and all stakeholders that new prices for petroleum products will take effect from Monday 30th March 2026. These adjustments are being made within the context of heightened volatility in international energy markets, driven by the ongoing geopolitical tensions and conflict inn the Middle East, a region that remains central to global oil production and supply. Recent up

The Citizenship by Investment Committee and Management of the Investment Migration Agency (IMA) wish to inform the general public and stakeholders of the appointment of Ms. Renée Moses, as Head of Diasporic Affairs. Ms. Moses brings over a decade of experience in strategic marketing, international trade relations, destination branding, and stakeholder engagement across the Caribbean, United Kingdom, European, and Middle Eastern markets. She is a dynamic and results-driven exe

The Hon. Cozier Frederick, Minister and Parliamentary Representative for the Salybia Constituency has held the second monthly engagement meeting with the Kalinago Chief and Council. The March 5, 2026 meeting represents the second in a series of structured engagements aimed at maintaining open dialogue and strengthening collaboration on matters concerning the development and management of the Kalinago Territory. These meetings form part of an ongoing commitment by the Governme

In line with the consistent policy of the Cuban Revolution throughout its history, and guided by the Army General as the historic leader of our Revolution and by myself, and in coordination with the highest structures of the Party, State, and Government, Cuban officials have recently held talks with representatives of the Government of the United States.   These conversations have been aimed at seeking solutions, through dialogue, to bilateral differences that exist between t

The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) recently participated in Grenada’s Independence celebrations hosted by the Investment Migration Agency (IMA) Grenada as part of a broader international engagement initiative aimed at strengthening connections with citizens and key emerging markets. The programme, designed for individuals who acquired citizenship through Grenada’s Citizenship by Investment (CBI) Programme, attracted approximately 200 attendees and included a formal Independe

At the High-Level Segment of the 61st session of the Human Rights Council, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, denounced the establishment of a new form of dictatorship in the globalized world, marked by the philosophy of dispossession and the use of force as a daily practice by the United States, to the detriment of the international order that emerged after World War II. The Cuban Foreign Minister warned that, beyond ideologies

The GEMS Foundation is proud to announce the winners of the 3rd Phillip Nassief Entrepreneurship Challenge (PNEC), a premier platform designed to stimulate innovation and sustainable enterprise development within Dominica’s hospitality and tourism supply chain. Following a highly competitive pitch event, hosted on February 19 featuring six dynamic entrepreneurs, the 2026 winners are: 1st Place – ShopDM (Founder: Davidson Edwards), 2nd Place – Bonnit Enterprise (Founder: Naomi

Prime Minister Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit will participate in the Fiftieth (50th) Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) from February 24-27, 2026, in Basseterre, St. Kitts and Nevis under the theme “Beyond Words: Action Today for a Thriving, Sustainable CARICOM.” The meeting will be chaired by Dr. Terrance Drew, Prime Minister of St. Kitts and Nevis and current CARICOM Chair. The opening ceremony takes place on Tuesday, Febr

Prime Minister Hon. Roosevelt Skerrit will participate in the World Governments Summit in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, where he will contribute to high-level discussions on global investment trends and the future of tourism in an evolving international landscape. The summit runs from February 3-5, under the theme, 'Shaping Future Governments.' Prime Minister Skerrit is scheduled to speak on two featured roundtables: The Future of Investments and The Future of Tourism. His par

The Dominica Athletics Association (DAA) is proud to announce an exciting partnership with Niagara Water, distributed locally by J. Astaphans & Co. Ltd . This collaboration marks a significant step forward in strengthening athlete support and advancing the development of athletics across the island. Under this partnership, Niagara Water will supply its premium bottled water to support the hydration needs of athletes, coaches, officials, and volunteers across the DAA’s full c

There are no talks with the US government, except for technical contacts in the area of migration. We have always been willing to engage in serious and responsible dialogue with the various US administrations, including the current one, on the basis of sovereign equality, mutual respect, principles of international law, mutual benefit without interference in internal affairs, and with full respect for our independence. The origin and extreme tightening of the blockade have no

The Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica has formally written to the President of the United States seeking clarification and urgent dialogue following the Proclamation issued on 16 December 2025, which announced partial restrictions on the entry of Dominican nationals into the United States. Dominica respects the sovereign right of the United States to protect its national security and public safety and shares those objectives. However, the Government notes with concer

“Sustainability is not charity, it’s smart business,” said the UN Resident Coordinator for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, Simon Springett, at the opening of a vibrant UN and private sector forum this week. The event, hosted by the UN and the Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI), brought together a variety of UN agencies [i] , the Government of Barbados, academics, international financial institutions and an impressive array of private sector entities from two

In recognition of Cyber Security Awareness Month, Digicel Business, in partnership with Symptai, is offering a complimentary dark web scan to Caribbean businesses. ​ ​ Cybercrime is a growing threat, and the Caribbean is often seen as an easy target due to limited local expertise. As the region rapidly embraces digital transformation—from online banking and e-government services to remote work and e-learning—it faces both tremendous opportunities and heightened risks.​ Agains

The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) is excited to announce a three-day immersive strategic session designed to prepare stakeholders in Carriacou and Petite Martinique for the 2025/2026 tourism season. This initiative aims to enhance brand positioning, messaging, and provide general information on the GTA’s focus for 2026 and beyond. The sessions will commence on Wednesday, November 12, with a visit to Petite Martinique. On Thursday, November 13, the CEO of the GTA will presen

The Jamaica-based company scales up relief efforts with additional care packages, free mobile plans and other vital supplies to help communities recover from the storm — Digicel Group and the Digicel Jamaica Foundation have launched a major humanitarian initiative to support recovery efforts across the hardest hits parts of Jamaica affected by Hurricane Melissa. The joint relief effort will deliver nearly 12,000 care packages that include essential supplies to residents in th