Government-led event set for February 28, 2026, at Windsor Park Sports Stadium — The Ministry of Tourism and Discover Dominica Authority yesterday officially launched the National Gospel Festival, Glory in Paradise , a product of the Government of Dominica, developed in collaboration with faith-based organizations and community partners. The inaugural festival will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026 , at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium , beginning at 5:00 p.m. The anno

Daina Graneau hosts tea party to support her platform Miss Dominica 2026 contestant #4, Daina Graneau, will host a special community event to promote her platform, “The Hidden Victims – A Commitment to Protecting the Innocence in Violent Homes.”  The event, titled Daina’s Tea Party – “Here’s the Tea”, will take place on Saturday, December 20, 2025, beginning at 1:00 PM with a motorcade from Antrizle to St. Cyr, before returning to the Atkinson Primary School. This innovative

Headline Sponsor: Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica The Honourable Cozier Frederick and the Atkinson Village Council are pleased to announce the long awaited return of the Atkinson Sewenal Festival from 5pm on Sunday, December 21, in the village of Atkinson. After a seven-year hiatus, the Sewenal Festival makes a powerful comeback, celebrating Dominican Christmas traditions, community pride, and the rich diversity of our cultural expressions. The festival is proudly

Contestant cites unforeseen personal matters requiring her full attention The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA), through the Dominica Festivals Committee (DFC), announces that Miss Ardel Laurent has withdrawn from participation in the upcoming Miss Dominica Queen Pageant. Ms. Laurent’s withdrawal arises from the need to address personal matters that require her full attention and care. In her statement, she expressed appreciation for the opportunity to participate and gratitu

Annual program brings holiday cheer to underprivileged children across the Caribbean Dominica continues to benefit from the Florida Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Christmas Gift Project, an initiative that brings holiday joy to underprivileged children across the Caribbean. The island has participated in the program for over 20 years. The FCCA Christmas Gift Project provides presents to children in foster homes and care institutions who may not otherwise receive gifts du

Public invited to experience the first official showcase of the 2026 Carnival season The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) will host the official launch of Mas Domnik 2026 on Friday, November 28, from 5:30 p.m. at The Factory on Valley Road. The event is open to the public and will set the stage for the start of one of the Caribbean’s most vibrant and culturally rooted Carnival seasons. Mas Domnik, celebrated as “The Real Mas,” is among the region’

No woman or girl should live in fear online. Women and girls deserve to be safe, and that safety must extend to digital spaces. It is our collective responsibility to ensure the Caribbean is a place where they can live, work and engage online free from fear, exploitation, and harassment.   The Caribbean Policy Development Centre, in reaffirming its commitment to Gender Equity, joins with the rest of the world in commemorating the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Viole

Violence against women and girls is a global scourge. And in our digital age, it is being amplified by the reach and speed of technology. That is why online protection is the focus of this year’s International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Online harassment, deepfakes and hate speech are proliferating. Misogynistic content is moving from the margins to the mainstream. And violence that begins in the digital world can spill over into the physical –– in the

The Dominica State College (DSC) has officially unveiled the six contestants who will vie for the coveted title of Miss DSC Mas Jamboree 2026. The introduction and sashing ceremony took place on Thursday, November 20th, marking the formal presentation of the contestants to the College community and signaling the start of their pageant journey. During the ceremony, each contestant also selected her competition number, which determines the order of appearance on show day. The 2

The Youth Development Division of the Ministry of Culture, Youth, Sports and Community Development will host its Short Course Certificate Ceremony on Friday, November 21, 2025, 2:30PM, at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital Amphitheatre. The event will celebrate the achievements of more than one hundred (100) young people who have successfully completed a series of eight-week training programmes across the island. These short courses, delivered between November 2024 and No

On November 19, Dominica joins the global community in commemorating International Men’s Day (IMD). This year, the nation will celebrate under the national theme, “From Boys to Leaders: Inspiring the Next Generation of Dominican Men”, aligning with the international theme, “Supporting Men and Boys.” International Men’s Day provides a global platform to highlight issues affecting men and boys, advocate for gender equality, and recognize their invaluable contributions to societ

DDA showcases the island’s evolving culinary tourism product through authentic dishes and cultural experiences — Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) will participate in the closing night of the 2025 St. Martin Gastronomie Festival on November 22. The festival runs from November 11–22 and is recognized as one of the Caribbean’s leading culinary showcases, attracting chefs, food enthusiasts and tourism professionals from across the region. Dominica’s closing-night presentation wi

The Dominica State College (DSC) is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated return of the Miss DSC Mas Jamboree Pageant, after a five-year break. The event is set to make a vibrant comeback in early February 2026, and excitement is already building on campus. Six confident and dynamic young women have officially signed their contracts and are ready to compete for the coveted Miss DSC Mas Jamboree 2026 title. The Contestants are: * Sherkhia Andrew *  Nina Browne * Kalie Clar

The beautiful sister isle of Carriacou once again took center stage on Sunday, October 26th as it celebrated the 10th Anniversary of the Carriacou Corn Festival, a milestone that also marked the island’s remarkable recovery following the devastation of Hurricane Beryl in 2024. After the first cancellation in its history, the festival’s return symbolized a powerful renewal of community spirit and cultural pride. Since its inception in 2015, the Corn Festival has showcased the

Dominica has once again proven that the rhythm of Creole culture beats strongest on the Nature Island. The 25th edition of the World Creole Music Festival (WCMF) surpassed expectations, drawing over 42,000 patrons across three unforgettable nights, a remarkable leap from 30,217 in 2024. Visitor arrivals soared to 10,540 in the nine days leading up to the festival, marking a 48% increase compared to the same period last year, the highest pre-festival performance ever recorded.

The much anticipated second staging of the Grenada Caribbean Music Festival (GCMF) is set for Saturday, November 8, 2025, at he Lawn, at The Lawn at Port Louis, St. Georges. Last year, the summer debut of the festival received high marks from patrons, gaining regional and international attention. Presented by ORA Caribbean, the festival promises a stellar lineup of artistes and an elevated experience for patrons. The festival stage will feature a blend of some of Grenada’s to

By Natasha Greaves, Head of Office, IOM Dominica As Dominica celebrates 47 years of Independence under the inspiring theme “47 Years of Progress and Purpose,” the International Organization for Migration (IOM) extends warm congratulations to the Government and people of the Commonwealth of Dominica. This year’s theme invites reflection on the nation ’s remarkable journey since independence one defined by courage, unity, and the determina:on to build a resilient future. It celeb

Eighteen (18) individuals and one (1) group will receive Meritorious Service Awards during the ceremony to observe Dominica’s 47th anniversary of independence on November 3, 2025. Late Prime Ministers Roosevelt Bernard “Rosie” Douglas and Pierre Charles will be posthumously awarded the nation’s highest honour, the Dominica Award of Honour, in recognition of their sterling contributions to national development. Chief Executive Officer of the International Airport Development C

The Ministry of Environment, through the Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC), in partnership with UNDP Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, this week launched the “Keep Dominica Clean and Green – Sort It at the Source” initiative at Ti Vilaj Kwéyòl. This new recycling campaign makes it easier to separate waste right where it is created. Clearly marked garbage bins and signage have been placed in the Ti Vilaj Kwéyòl, with yellow bins designated for plastics item

Young people from across Barbados recently placed resilience financing at the center of national discussions, as they joined government leaders and international partners in a special National Youth Platform to mark the 2025 International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) on October 13. Under the global theme “Fund resilience, not disasters,” participants underscored the urgent need to increase investments that protect communities from climate and disaster risks. Throug