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The muddiest and most anticipated event of Marigot’s Carnival Tuesday is back! On March 4th, 2025, at 6:00 AM, the streets of Marigot will transform into a pulsating spectacle of energy, music, and pure bacchanal as Mudd Mas 2025 takes center stage. Hosted by Hot & Cold Bar, this year’s edition promises to be an electrifying experience, drawing revelers from across the island and beyond to partake in the ultimate mud-play tradition—a hallmark event in Dominica’s carnival celebrations. For 2025, Mudd Mas is proud to welcome BLAQ ROSE SUPREME as the headline performer. Bringing the vibes straight from Barbados, Blaq Rose Supreme is renowned for his high-energy performances, infectious soca beats, and crowd-moving anthems. He is set to deliver an unforgettable musical takeover, ensuring an atmosphere of pure euphoria. Adding to the muddy madness, a powerhouse lineup of regional entertainers will bring non-stop energy and rhythm to this year’s event: ● Synker Supreme – Setting the stage with electrifying performances ● Mr. Gwada – Bringing the Caribbean heat ● Ebony Empress – Fierce, captivating, and ready to take over ● DJ Aputai – Spinning hits to keep the energy high ● DJ Pocket – Masters of rhythm and beats ● DJ MJ – Delivering a pulsating set to keep revelers moving ● Drop It DJ Athie – Bringing the ultimate soca and dancehall experience With this dynamic lineup, revelers can expect an explosion of music, electrifying performances, and the ultimate Mudd Mas showdown. Get ready for an unforgettable experience—Mudd Mas 2025 is here! Mudd Mas is more than just an event—it’s a full-throttle experience! Whether you’re a first-time reveler or a seasoned participant, get ready to release the mud, embrace the vibes, and create unforgettable memories in this high-energy spectacle.Mudd Mas 2025 would not be possible without the generous support of our valued sponsors. We extend our deepest gratitude to: ● Dive In Catering & Events with Chef Salma – Bringing a taste of excellence to the Mudd Mas experience! ● Express Carrier, LLC – Connecting the Caribbean to Mudd Mas 2025 with reliable air transport! ● Belfast Estate Ltd. – Agents for Kubuli Beer & BB Rum, fueling the vibes with the finest island brews and spirits! ● Driverz Auto Supplies – Keeping the movement going with unwavering support! ● La Vie Entertainment – Elevating the entertainment scene and bringing the Mudd Mas vision to life! ● Rapidos Marketing Solutions LLC – The driving force behind our marketing, promotions, and branding success! MESSAGE FROM MS. SANA JAMES “Mudd Mas has grown into something truly special, and I want to give a heartfelt thank you to my community and the surrounding areas for making this possible. Without you all, this event would not be the success it is today—now going strong into its 4th year! Your love, support, and commitment to the vibes are what keep this movement alive. To all our sponsors, volunteers, and revelers, thank you for being part of this incredible journey! Get ready to ‘Release De Mudd’and take Mudd Mas 2025 to the next level!” Revelers are encouraged to secure their Tier Two Packages before it’s too late! These exclusive packages come with premium perks to enhance your Mudd Mas experience. Don’t miss out on your chance to be part of the ultimate carnival adventure. For registration details and package information, reach out today! IMPORTANT EVENT DETAILS 📅 Date: Tuesday, March 4th, 2025 ⏰ Time: 6:00 AM 📍 Location: Marigot, Dominica ⚠️ No Vendors Allow

The Roosevelt Skerrit Portsmouth Bombers Football Club successfully held its club elections on Sunday, February 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM at the Portsmouth Secondary School. The meeting brought together community members, players, and stakeholders to elect a new executive committee that will guide the club’s future development and success. The newly elected executive committee members are as follows: ·         President: Jerry Williams ·         Vice President: Heinrich G. Anselm ·         Treasurer: Julius Peter ·         Secretary: Jewel Hamilton ·         Media Personnel: Maurissa Andrew ·         Youth Coordinator: Andy Burkard ·         Women’s Coordinator: Antonia Hector ·         Committee Member 1: Adenaurer Douglas ·         Committee Member 2: Johanson Bridet ·         Committee Member 3: Earl Matthew ·         Head Coach: Oris Mills The meeting commenced with a brief history of the club, highlighting its achievements and contributions to the local football community. Following this, attendees engaged in a democratic process to select individuals they believed would best lead the club toward growth and success. Each newly elected member took the opportunity to introduce themselves and share their vision for the future of the club. The discussion centered on strengthening the club’s structure, enhancing player development, and fostering greater community engagement. After the elections, the executive committee held an initial planning session to outline immediate action plans. Club President Jerry Williams expressed his enthusiasm about the club’s direction, stating, “This new executive committee is dedicated to building a stronger foundation for Portsmouth Bombers FC. We are committed to developing young talent, improving our club’s infrastructure, and ensuring that our community remains engaged in the growth of football in Portsmouth.” The club is also incredibly proud to have Oris Mills as our Head Coach . Coach Mills is a highly certified professional with a CONCACAF B License , bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the team. His dedication to player development and strategic planning will be invaluable in leading the club to greater success. We look forward to seeing the impact of his leadership both on and off the field. The Roosevelt Skerrit Portsmouth Bombers Football Club extends its gratitude to all members, players, and supporters who participated in the elections. The club looks forward to a bright future under the leadership of its new executive team. We are excited about the future of the club and the opportunities ahead.

The Caribbean sports community takes another step forward as Marvin Jno Baptiste, President of the NGO Caribbean Sport & Sustainable Development, met today with the President of the local Government of Martinique, Serge Letchimy and the President of the Martinique basketball league, Raymond Petit-Frere to discuss strategic plans for the highly anticipated 2025 Kréyol Basketball Championship. The discussions, held in Fort-de-France, focused on finalizing tournament preparations and strengthening regional collaboration to elevate the level of basketball in the Caribbean. One of the key highlights of the meeting was the announcement that the Central Conference of the Kréyol Basketball Championship will be hosted in Martinique in June 2025 , reinforcing the island’s commitment to developing high-level basketball competitions and promoting sports tourism in the region. The Martinique Team Qualifier Tournament , currently underway, is a crucial step in determining the teams that will represent the island in the upcoming championship. This qualification process highlights the tournament’s growing competitiveness and the importance of fostering young talent as well as professional basketball in the French Antilles. President Marvin Jno Baptiste expressed his enthusiasm for this collaboration, stating: "This meeting marks a significant step in solidifying Martinique’s role in the 2025 Kréyol Basketball Championship. With strong support from the local government and the basketball league, we are confident that this edition of the championship will set new benchmarks for sports development in the Caribbean." The Kréyol Basketball Championship continues to grow as the premier tournament in the region, fostering unity and competition among teams from various Caribbean territories. With the support of government officials, sports administrators, and the entire basketball community, the 2025 edition promises to be a landmark event in the evolution of basketball in the region. From left to right: Marvin Jno Baptiste, President of the NGO Caribbean Sport & Sustainable Development , Serge Letchimy, President of the local Government of Martinique, and Raymond Petit-Frere , President of the Martinique basketball league,

The International Tourism Fair of Cuba FITCuba 2025 will take place from May 1st to 5th in Havana, one of the 7 Wonder Cities of the World (2016), in the Morro – Cabaña colonial fortress complex. China will be the guest of honor   FITCuba is an exceptional opportunity to meet and do business with numerous Cuban and international tourism companies.   More than 1,200 foreign tour operators and 437 travel agents from 68 countries attended FITCuba 2024.   Don't miss this opportunity. The combination of beautiful beaches, of which the island has 1,000 km, heritage cities, natural land and underwater landscapes, the diversity of its flora and fauna, hospitality, security and historical and cultural wealth make Cuba a unique destination.   Cuba is a multi-destination in itself, with various options for ecotourism, sun and beach tourism, cultural, historical, adventure, nature, health, convention, country, nautical, etc.   In Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Awards Best of the Best 2024, Cuba was rated as the first cultural destination in the world and as the second most popular place in the Caribbean, a place that repeated for the Caribbean in 2025. In 2023, the island was rated as the first “Trendy Destination” internationally.   Varadero has been selected in recent years among the 10 best beaches in the world and in 2023 Cayo Santa María was ranked ninth and Playa Pilar in Cayo Guillermo was ranked 12th. Also, Wanderlust magazine awarded Cuba the Gold Award for the Most Desired Island in the World, at the World Travel Market 2023 fair.   To the north of the Cuban coast is the reef of the second largest coral reef in the world - more than 400 km long - in excellent state of conservation, with numerous marine species.   Cuba is home to 10 UNESCO’s World Heritage sites, 6 Biosphere Reserves, 14 National Parks, and 227 national monuments. It has 10 international airports, seven marinas and four cruise terminals.   For more information, accreditation and to book a participation tour package, visit: https://www.fitcuba.net/fair       https://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/en/articulo/cuba-international-tourism-fair-fitcuba-2025-may-1st-5th-havana-cuba-0

Multiverse Games & Experiences is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the Berean Christian Union Academy, our first primary school partner, to integrate virtual reality (VR) into the classroom. This partnership, which began on the 19th September 2024 and was successfully completed on 12th December 2024, marked the first step in our broader mission to bring immersive learning experiences to schools across Dominica. As part of this collaboration, we conducted weekly visits to the school, rotating the use of VR technology through the various grades. This approach ensured that every student had the opportunity to experience how VR could enhance their understanding of subjects like mathematics and science in completely new ways. Whether it was traveling through space to learn about the solar system, or using 3D environments to grasp complex mathematical concepts, VR transformed traditional education into interactive, hands-on experiences. It made abstract ideas more accessible, improved student engagement, and fostered a love for learning. "We were thrilled to partner with Berean Christian Union Academy and were excited to see how VR enriched the learning experiences of students," said Peter Ricketts, CEO of Multiverse Games & Experiences "Our goal is to continue expanding this program to more schools, allowing students everywhere to benefit from the power of virtual reality." Multiverse Games & Experiences is actively seeking more school partnerships to further its mission of enhancing education through VR. By incorporating VR into subjects like social studies, history, geography, and even the arts, we can help prepare the next generation for the challenges of tomorrow with tools that engage and inspire them.

The private sector in Dominica plays a vital role in the nation’s socio-economic development. However, in recent years, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have faced significant setbacks due to natural disasters such as Tropical Storm Erika and Hurricane Maria, as well as the COVID-19 pandemic, which has hindered recovery efforts. Businesses with robust Business Continuity Plans (BCPs) have demonstrated greater resilience in navigating these challenges. To bolster the resilience of MSMEs in Dominica, IsraAID Dominica partnered with MAANZ Ltd. to deliver an online Business Continuity Planning (BCP) training program for 60 MSMEs between October and December 2024. The initiative aimed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to strengthen their psychological, social, financial, environmental, technological, and legal readiness for future disasters. Spanning two months, the training addressed a comprehensive range of topics, including risk reduction strategies, motivation, customer service, record-keeping, financial management, communication, marketing, disaster planning, and strategic planning. A key outcome of the program was the development of personalized Business Continuity Plans tailored to each participant’s business operations. The online format of the program provided significant advantages, such as scalability, ease of replication, and broader geographic accessibility. Participants appreciated the engaging evening sessions, which emphasized practical, real-world applications. The program also benefited from the expertise of facilitators and the involvement of NGOs like the Dominica Red Cross and the Customs & Excise Department. High demand was observed for further training in budgeting, QuickBooks, and financial management, alongside growing interest from government agencies in participating in similar initiatives. IsraAID Dominica is proud of this collaboration and remains committed to supporting the resilience of Dominica’s private sector. Strengthening the private sector’s resilience is integral to the country’s socio-economic stability and development. In 2025, IsraAID Dominica plans to expand this program to include hazard mapping and the establishment of disaster preparedness committees to better support small businesses in times of disaster.

The first round of the Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition in Dominica has concluded with five schools securing their place in the next stage. These teams will now prepare to challenge reigning champions Orion Academy in what promises to be an electrifying second round. The week’s debates opened with a riveting discussion on the topic: “Skills-based learning has become more relevant than formal academic training in meeting the economic needs of Dominica.” The Isaiah Thomas Secondary School (ITSS) argued in favour of the motion, while the Portsmouth Secondary School (PSS) opposed it. In the end, PSS, represented by Maliah Ettienne and Roxanne Andre, emerged victorious, with Ettienne earning the title of Best Speaker. The same motion was debated by the St. Martin Secondary School (SMSS) and Castle Bruce Secondary School (CBSS). Representing SMSS, Rihanna Alexander and Kurdez Simon secured a win with 558 points over CBSS’s 547. Despite her team’s loss, Kiana St. Jean of CBSS was recognised as the Best Speaker of this debate. On January 29, another round of compelling debates unfolded, tackling the topic: “Adolescents who have reached the age of consent should not require parental consent to acquire reproductive and sexual health services in Dominica.” Saint Mary’s Academy (SMA) argued in favour, while Dominica Grammar School (DGS) opposed. In a closely contested match, DGS, represented by Rene Talbert and Abigail Winston, triumphed with 663 points over SMA’s 625. Talbert was also named Best Speaker. Simultaneously, Pierre Charles Secondary School (PCSS) and Goodwill Secondary School (GSS) debated the same motion. The duo from PCSS, Myra Dover and Chénika Alexander, secured victory, ensuring their progression to the next round. Dover copped the award for Best Speaker of this match. The final debate of the week, held on January 30, explored the topic: “The recent body positivity movement is dangerous because it has led to the desensitization of adolescents to the health risks associated with obesity.” Convent High School (CHS) supported the motion, while Wesley High School (WHS) countered it. WHS, represented by Niola Alleyne and Adoré Defoe, claimed victory with 637 points against CHS’s 595. Defoe also earned the Best Speaker award. With these five schools advancing, the competition will continue with the quarterfinals on February 19 and 20, followed by the semifinals in March and the grand finals in April. After a long hiatus, this debate series was revived three years ago and has since played a pivotal role in enhancing critical thinking, research abilities, and public speaking skills among Dominican students. Ms. Trudy Christian, lead organiser of the competition and Interim President of the Dominica State College (DSC), expressed satisfaction with the event’s progress, emphasising that the opening week showcased the students' talent and dedication. She noted that the upcoming rounds promise to be even more intense and engaging. With strong support from DSC’s Literary and Debating Society and key partners, including this year's headline sponsor Josephine Gabriel & Co. Ltd., the annual competition has become a premier platform for showcasing the intellectual and rhetorical abilities of Dominica’s brightest young debaters. Ms. Christian extended her gratitude to the schools, debaters, sponsors, judges, and all contributors who have played a role in making the event a success. Round 1 winners

In a thrilling finale, D-Treads Tyres on Sunday February 2, 2025, at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex, etched their name in history by claiming the championship title of the first-ever Next Level Sports Corporate Futsal Tournament . The electrifying showdown against Petro Caribe kept fans on the edge of their seats as both teams battled fiercely, culminating in a dramatic 7-7 draw at the end of regulation time. However, D-Treads Tyres emerged victorious, netting a crucial goal in extra time to secure a hard-fought 8-7 win and lift the coveted championship trophy. The final match was a true showcase of skill, determination, and teamwork, as both squads displayed remarkable prowess on the court. D-Treads Tyres demonstrated resilience and strategic brilliance, overcoming the relentless challenge posed by Petro Caribe to claim corporate futsal supremacy.     Goal Scorers: D-Treads Tyres: Audel Laville (5 goals), Rio Challenger (2 goals), Kimon Jno-Baptist (1 goal). Petro Caribe: Derrin Wade (2 goals), Kyle Delsol (2 goals), Erskim Williams (1 goal), , Shannon Stoute (1 goal), Donan Jervier (1 goal). In the highly competitive third-place match, Mitsubishi Motors delivered a dominant performance, defeating Boyee Barber Shop with an emphatic 8-2 victory. Their well-coordinated attack and defensive solidity ensured they finished the tournament on a high note, securing a podium finish. Third-Place Match Goal Scorers: Mitsubishi Motors: Irsand Augustine (4 goals), Zion Emmanuel (2 goals), William Moise (2 goals). Boyee Barber Shop: Eshmael Francis (1 goal), Lee Masion (1 goal). The Next Level Sports Corporate Futsal Tournament 2025 marked a new era for corporate sports competitions in Dominica, bringing together teams from various industries to compete in an environment of camaraderie, sportsmanship, and competitive spirit. The tournament not only highlighted the athletic talents of corporate professionals but also fostered networking and team-building opportunities among companies.   Founder of DA Next Level Sports Management and Recruiting Group Statement: “ We are thrilled with the energy and enthusiasm that all the teams brought to this inaugural event. The passion and competitiveness displayed on the court reflect the commitment and sportsmanship of the participating companies. Congratulations to D-Treads Tyres for their incredible performance and to all the teams for making this tournament a resounding success . We will conclude this exciting journey with a Prize Giving Ceremony and All-Star Night on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 7 PM at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex . This grand finale will celebrate the outstanding players, teams, and moments that made this tournament truly special. All are invited to join us for an evening of celebration, recognition, and entertainment! ” As corporate futsal continues to grow, Next Level Sports is committed to expanding the tournament in the coming years, creating more opportunities for businesses to engage in sports and strengthen corporate relationships. Dtreads

Pope Francis has proclaimed 2025 a Jubilee year – a sacred time of renewal reflection and Grace in the Catholic church,    A Jubilee is celebrated every Twenty-five years.   The theme for Jubilee 2025 is “Pilgrims of Hope,” and it will be a year of hope for a world suffering the impacts of war, the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the climate crisis. The Jubilee of 2025 began  on December 24, 2024, with the opening of the Holy Door and will last until January 6, 2026. In the Diocese of Roseau, The Jubilee year 2025 was officially opened on December 29th 2024, at Our Lady of Fair Haven Cathedral Chapel by His Lordship Bishop Kendrick Forbes.   The Jubilee year also coincides with the 175 Anniversary of the Diocese of Roseau and will therefore run from January 2025 to April 2026. For pilgrims from all over the world, it will be a unique opportunity to embark on a spiritual journey. For the duration of the Jubilee, there are special activities planned in this diocese. Among such activities is the opening of four pilgrimage or sacred sites, where the faithful can pilgrimage to for prayer, praise, adoration, reconciliation and to receive special graces and a plenary indulgence. The Jubilee is a special year of grace when the Catholic Church offers the faithful the chance to receive the plenary indulgence , meaning the forgiveness of sins for themselves or deceased relatives.   You may  visit these sites in our diocese as individuals , family , prayer groups, church societies , work or friendship groups .   The first sacred site – the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Salette Church in St. Luke’s Parish in Pointe Michel will be officially opened on Saturday February 1st 2025 with Mass at 10am. All the faithful are invited to attend this special moment of grace.   The other three sacred sites will open as follows:   • St. Peter, Colihaut – Thursday 6th February at 6.30pm   • St. Francis Xavier, La Plaine – Wednesday 12 th February at 6.00pm   • Our Lady of the Kalinago, Salybia – Friday 21 st February at 5.30pm   As we celebrate Jubilee 25/26 we invite the participation of all the faithful and encourage you to give of your time , talent and treasure to the success of the various events planned for the period.

The Da Next Level Corporate Futsal Tournament 2025 is set for an electrifying conclusion as PetroCaribe and D-Treads Tyres Inc. emerge victorious in the semi-finals, securing their place in the grand finale. In two intense semi-final matchups, PetroCaribe dominated Mitsubishi Motors with a 7-4 victory, fueled by an exceptional four-goal performance from Kyle Delsol and three goals from Shannon Stoute. Meanwhile, D-Treads Tyres Inc. edged out the fierce competition from The Boyee Barber Shop in a close 5-4 encounter, with Kimon Jno Baptiste leading the charge with a hat trick. The highly anticipated Finals will take place on Sunday, February 2, at 8:00 PM at the Massacre Indoor Sports Complex . Before the grand finale, fans will witness the Third-Place Game at 7pm , where Mitsubishi Motors and The Boyee Barber Shop will battle for podium honors. This tournament has showcased incredible corporate talent, team spirit, and high-level futsal action, and the final match promises to deliver an unforgettable night of competition and entertainment. Fans are encouraged to attend and support their teams as the champions of the Da Next Level Corporate Futsal Tournament 2025 are crowned!

The Caribbean Science Foundation (CSF) held the third annual Caribbean STEM Olympiads (CSO) on 13 – 19 January 2025 in a virtual format. In these Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) Olympiads, individuals and teams representing educational institutions or themselves competed in Math, Computer Coding, and Robotics & Electronics Systems Olympiads at three different age levels (12 – 15, 16 – 18 and 19 – 21). In the competitions, the focus was on rewarding inventiveness, as well as critical, logical and analytical thinking. In particular, the Math Olympiad was held in a Jeopardy-style format and covered the fundamentals in topics ranging from consumer arithmetic to vector calculus. The Computer Coding Olympiad tasked applicants with creating apps, games, and websites aimed at solving a challenge faced by Caribbean communities. The challenges tackled by teams in the 2025 Olympiads included geohazards and climate change, cultural preservation, conservation science and ecology, inter and intra country transportation, food safety and security, safe after-hours transport for women and youth, and financial education. The Robotics & Electronics Systems Olympiad tasked the Level I applicants with building innovative systems from kits, whereas the Level III robotics and electronics systems teams were required to design and assemble their robots starting from the basic-components level. A total of 264 students from 9 Caribbean countries registered for the 2025 Olympiads, making it the highest registration to date. After the preliminary rounds, 41 teams (98 students) made it to the finals. There were 34 finalists in the MathOlympiad, 39 in the Computer Coding Olympiad, and 25 in the Robotics & Electronics Systems Olympiad. Medal certificates and cash prizes of US$ 500, 400, 300 and 200 were awarded to teams winning platinum, gold, silver, and bronze medals, respectively. The Medals and Awards Ceremony, held on Sunday 19 January 2025, revealed that Jamaica led the medal count with 10 medals, followed by Belize and Guyana with 4 each, and Barbados, Saint Lucia, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines and Trinidad and Tobago with 2 each. In 2025 platinum medals were awarded to teams who received a final score between 95% and 100%, as the CSF continued to raise the standard of the Olympiads. “Pi Enthusiasts”, a team consisting of Chad Wright and Jaheim Smart who attend Campion College in Jamaica, but represented themselves, gave an outstanding performance and clinched the Level 1 Math Olympiad platinum medal (the only platinum medal awarded in 2025). Regarding some of the other prestigious medals earned, “PCC Pi-rates”, a team consisting of Kovid Capildeo, Avinda Dhoray, and Saiesh Rampersad from Presentation College, Chaguanas, Trinidad and Tobago, earned a gold medal in Level II of the Math Olympiad. Anaiah Bousquet, Shanice Searles, and Payten Xavier representing St. Joseph's Convent Secondary School in Saint Lucia earned a gold medal in Level I of the Math Olympiad. In Level III of the Math Olympiad, Nishanae Williams, a Jamaican student currently attending Howard University, won a gold medal. Also, earning a gold medal from Jamaica was Kristian Coke, Ruwan Amarakoon, Demaria Walker and Joseph Udoudo who impressed the Level III Computer Coding Olympiad judges with their food safety and security project “Nothing Nuh Grow Suh”. Belize clinched two gold medals in Robotics & Electronics Systems Olympiad. In Level I, Mia Yam, Carlos Blanco, Jair Urbina and Kian Carrillo from Muffles College High School presented their robotics project “Making Intelligent Life Possible through Agriculture (MILPA)” designed to assist farmers with planting, watering and ploughing, while in Level III, Bridget Pineda from Nazarene High School awed the judges with her electronics project “Cricket”, designed to detect flames, smoke, sparks and gas leaks. Also earning a gold medal was 13-year-old Temidara Oyedotun, who attends School of the Nations, Guyana. His data processing project, “State of the Soil: State of the Crop”, examined the effects of factors, such as bacteria, on food safety and security, and earned him the top prize in Level I of the Computer Coding Olympiad. For Level II of the Computer Coding Olympiad, Khamala Mars and Nya Scott of team “KarifKoders” from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, tackled the challenge of cultural preservation with their project “GariGuru” which was an interactive game designed to teach primary school children in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines the basics of the Garifuna language. Professor Cardinal Warde, the Interim Executive Director of the CSF said, “I am impressed by the level of achievement of the participants. However, it is clear that the CSF needs to do more to enhance the quantity and quality of robotics and embedded systems in the Region. To aid those Robotics & Electronics Systems teams that start early in preparation for the 2026 Olympiads, the CSF will issue a call for proposals to assist such teams in covering the upfront costs of components.” The competing students also had a lot to say. Chad Wright of platinum medalist team “Pi Enthusiasts” from Jamaica stated, “I would like to thank the CSF, sponsors and anyone else who contributed for this amazing opportunity. It really helped us to challenge ourselves and meet other people from the Caribbean. It was very fun, and we will be coming back next year.” Kovid Capildeo of gold-medallist team “PCC Pi-rates” from Trinidad and Tobago said, “It’s the first Math Olympiad that I participated in where it has such a unique format with the quick-fire thinking and such a broad range of topics from algebra, sequences, geometry, trigonometry, vectors; practically everything that you would learn in pure math was covered here and a lot of applied math too, so it is a really nice thing because if you study for the CSO, it almost has a side effect that you are going to be well prepared for CAPE. So, I think it is a really nice format and structure. It was very dynamic and very fun.” Temidara Oyedotun, a 13-year-old student from Guyana, who won a gold medal in Level I of the Computer Coding Olympiad and a bronze medal in Level I of the Math Olympiad stated, “The Olympiads were very suspenseful and exciting, and I enjoyed every moment of the competitions. Also, I thank you for recognizing all the months of hard work I put into preparing for the two challenges I took part in.” Gold medalist Nya Scott of “KarifKoders” from Saint Vincent and the Grenadines said, “We both wanted to thank the CSF and sponsors for organizing these Olympiads and creating this opportunity for young people in the Caribbean to explore STEM. Participating has improved our coding skills and critical thinking skills, but it has also allowed us to tackle real world issues affecting our country and Region.” Simeon Green of “Phi-re Phi-ghters” from Barbados who won a silver medal in Level III of the Math Olympiad said, “We really enjoyed preparing by doing a lot of practice, and even during the competition, just the rigor of the math we had to do was really interesting. You should have seen our faces when got the question done. We really enjoyed participating.” Silver medalist Caesar Melendez of “” from Belize High School who competed in Level II of the Robotics & Electronics Systems Olympiad stated, “Thanks to the judges who gave very constructive feedback on how we could improve our project. It made us realise all of our flaws since this is the first time that we’ve done the CSO, and it inspired us to try to see if we can come back next year. Thank you very much for this honour and we are thrilled to have earned a silver medal in this competitive filed.” Faith Robinson from Saint Lucia, who earned a bronze medal in Level III of the Robotics & Electronics Systems Olympiad and was a finalist in Level III of the Computer Coding Olympiad said, “It was genuinely a really fun experience. It was fun to develop. It fun to hear the judges feedback, and it was especially inspiring to see the work of the other Olympiad participants.” The Institutional sponsors included CIBC Caribbean, Emera Caribbean, Peloton International, Sandals Foundation, and the U.S. Embassy in Barbados, the Eastern Caribbean and the OECS. The CSF is a regional, non-profit NGO with the mission of assisting with the development and diversification of the economies of the Caribbean Region by promoting STEM education reform and stimulating technology-based entrepreneurship. For more information on the CSF, the Caribbean STEM Olympiads and other programs run by the CSF, please visit https://caribbeanscience.org.

In a gesture of brotherhood and an example of cooperation, members of the Cuban Medical Brigade joined their colleagues from Dominica in a successful Health Fair organized by the Ministry of Health in the community of Mahaut. The event was attended by the country's Minister of Health, the Honorable Cassanni Laville and the Cuban Ambassador, Miguel Fraga, who highlighted the positive impact of this collaboration on the health care of the population. Also present were Dr. Lynora Fevrier Drigo, Chief Medical Officer of Dominica, and Dr. Francisco Sanchez, Chief of the Cuban Medical Brigade.  During the day, Cuban and Dominican specialists provided free medical consultations to more than a hundred people, covering a wide range of services, from general check-ups to preventive health promotion.  Minister Laville expressed his appreciation to all the health professionals who participated and had words of gratitude to the Cuban collaborators for their continuous support to the health system of Dominica and reiterated that their presence reinforces the commitment to guarantee the wellbeing of all the inhabitants of the so-called “Island of Nature”. For his part, the Cuban diplomat highlighted the historic ties of cooperation between Cuba and Dominica. “Events like this are a reflection of the brotherhood between our peoples. We are also grateful because each Cuban collaborator who lives the experience of serving where he or she is most needed not only becomes a better professional but also a better human being,” he said. The Cuban specialists dedicated their efforts to the 66th anniversary of the triumph of the Cuban Revolution and the 172nd anniversary of the birth of Cuba's National Hero, José Martí. The Health Fair in Mahaut reaffirmed the importance of international cooperation in the health field, demonstrating that joint efforts can transform lives and strengthen communities. Both organizers and participants consider it a positive experience that should be extended to other communities. EMBACUBADOMINICA