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Over 100 Young Dominicans to Be Honored at Youth Division Short Course Certificate Ceremony
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
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Nov 20, 20252 min read


Dominica to Celebrate International Men’s Day 2025“From Boys to Leaders: Inspiring the Next Generation of Dominican Men”
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
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Nov 18, 20252 min read


Dominica Highlights Creole Flavors at Closing Night of the 2025 St. Martin Gastronomie Festival
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
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Nov 17, 20252 min read


Miss DSC Mas Jamboree Pageant Returns After Five-Year Hiatus
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
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Nov 13, 20251 min read


Carriacou Celebrates 10 Years of The Carriacou Corn Festival
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
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Nov 6, 20252 min read


Dominica’s 25th World Creole Music Festival Marks a Milestone for Tourism and Cultural Pride
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.
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Nov 5, 20252 min read


Grenada Caribbean Music Festival Returns for second staging on November 8; Promises stellar lineup and elevated experience
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
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Nov 5, 20252 min read


IOM Dominica Congratulates the Nation on 47 Years of Progress and Purpose
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
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Nov 3, 20252 min read


Nineteen to receive Meritorious Service Awards during the ceremony to observe Dominica’s 47th anniversary of independence
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
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Oct 31, 20251 min read


Dominica Launches New Recycling Campaign in Partnership with UNDP
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
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Oct 23, 20252 min read


Fund resilience, not disasters: youth in Barbados highlight financing as key to a safer future
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
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Oct 16, 20253 min read


Prime Minister Skerrit to Move Motion to Bestow Dominica's Highest National Honour On Former Prime Ministers Rosie Douglas And Pierre Charles
Prime Minister Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit will, on Tuesday, October 14, move a motion in the Parliament seeking approval to confer the Dominica Award of Honour (D.A.H.), the country‟s highest national award, on the late Prime Ministers Roosevelt „Rosie‟ Douglas and Pierre Charles. The motion recognizes the extraordinary national service and leadership of both former prime ministers, whose contributions advanced Dominica‟s development and who inspired citizens through their
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Oct 13, 20251 min read


President Xi Jinping Attends the Opening Ceremony of the Global Leaders’ Meeting on Women and Delivers Keynote Address
On the morning of October 13, President Xi Jinping attended the opening ceremony of the Global Leaders’Meeting on Women at the National Convention Center in Beijing and delivered the keynote address. On this crisp autumn day, the flags of various countries and the United Nations formed a grand array. President Xi and his wife Peng Liyuan cordially shook hands and took a group photo with the heads of delegations from participating countries and international organizations as w
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Oct 13, 20252 min read


'Big Bad Bouyon' Brings Dominica’s Sound to Miami Carnival
Miami Carnival has long been a showcase of Caribbean rhythm and unity, where islands bring their best sounds to one of the diaspora’s...
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Oct 10, 20252 min read


DLP to Host Rosie Douglas Memorial Lecture Featuring St. Vincent Prime Minister Dr. Ralph Gonsalves
The Dominica Labour Party will on Thursday, October 9, 2025 host the Rosie Douglas Memorial Lecture at the State House Conference Room...
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Oct 7, 20251 min read


Pathfinder Clubs in Dominica Celebrate 75 Years of Pathfinding
The Pathfinder Club, a global youth ministry of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, this year celebrates 75 years of pathfinding—a legacy...
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Sep 30, 20252 min read


Creole Heartbeat Announces Creole Language National Consultation 2025
Creole Heartbeat, in collaboration with the Ministry of Education, KEK, The University of the West Indies (UWI) Open Campus, and Alliance...
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Sep 29, 20251 min read


Cultural Ambassador Leroy “Wadix” Charles to Present at Anguilla Music Tourism Convention 2025
Creole Heartbeat is pleased to confirm that Leroy “Wadix” Charles , Dominica’s Creole & Cultural Ambassador, will present at the Anguilla...
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Sep 25, 20252 min read


Grenada Tourism Authority Launches Lambie and Lobster Festival on The Sister Isles
The Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA) is proud to announce the launch of the inaugural Lambie and Lobster Festival, set to take place in...
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Sep 24, 20253 min read


“RESET AND PREPARE” – International Women’s Conference Heads to Dominica, October 3–5
The Imagine Me Becoming International Women’s Conference & Vocational Empowerment Summit will bring its transformative mission to...
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Sep 22, 20252 min read
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