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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 will spotlight the island’s Creole food traditions and its expanding food-culture tourism product. The delegation will be led by Chef Nyanda, who will conduct live culinary demonstrations and Marketing Executive for the Caribbean Ms. Makerah George, who will engage festival partners, promote Dominica’s offerings and highlight the destination’s growing reputation for authentic culinary experiences. Chef Nyanda will present two signature dishes that reflect both the heritage and innovation of Dominican cuisine: • CodfishSancochewith Smoked Chicken • CalallooRosemary Vinaigrette and Dasheen Croquettes with Spicy Mango Chutney The dishes feature bold Caribbean flavors paired with locally sourced ingredients, showcasing Dominica’s creativity, sustainability and deep connection to its natural environment. “This festival provides an excellent opportunity for Dominica to showcase its unique food culture and reinforce our position as a destination where nature, culture and cuisine seamlessly blend,” said Odile Jno Baptiste, Product Promotions Manager at the Discover Dominica Authority. “Through our participation, we aim to share the authentic flavors and stories that make Dominica a true standout in regional gastronomy.” Alongside the demonstrations, Dominica’s booth will feature local confectionaries, rums and destination brochures, offering visitors a broader glimpse into the island’s traditions and diverse tourism experiences. Dominica’s participation aligns with DDA’s commitment to strengthening culinary tourism as a key pillar of destination marketing. The St. Martin Gastronomie Festival provides an ideal platform to deepen partnerships, increase visibility and position Dominica as a compelling culinary destination within the region.

The 4th Annual Dive and Conservation Festival concluded another successful edition, following a week of immersive activities that celebrated Grenada’s rich marine biodiversity, sustainable tourism and community-led conservation efforts. The festival opened with a ceremony at Mount Cinnamon Resort, where sponsors, partners, and participants gathered in a shared spirit of excitement and environmental stewardship. Hosted by Shanai St. Bernard, Nautical Development Manager at the Grenada Tourism Authority (GTA), the launch underscored the festival’s mission to highlight the island’s marine beauty while advancing education and awareness on conservation. “This festival brings together people who share the common love of the ocean and conservation. It’s about learning, exploring and protecting the beauty that surrounds us. Every dive, every conservation effort contributes to something greater, ensuring that Grenada’s marine environment continues to thrive for years to come,” said Shanai St. Bernard, Nautical Development Manager at the GTA. Throughout the week, participants explored the interconnectedness of conservation, innovation, and sustainability through field visits and hands-on experiences. Highlights included a sea moss farming demonstration showcasing sustainable cultivation practices that support coastal livelihoods; a dive at the “World Adrift” sculpture park in Carriacou, focused on reef rehabilitation; and an Endangered Grenada frog sighting at Grand Etang, which spotlighted Grenada’s remarkable biodiversity. The festival also featured Conservation Conversations, a conference that brought together students, sustainability experts and conservationists for open dialogue and learning. The session included a screening of ‘Open Season’, a documentary chronicling efforts to protect Grenada’s sea turtle population. “The knowledge shared and the work accomplished each year at the Dive and Conservation Festival are truly invaluable,” said Stacey Liburd, Chief Executive Officer of the GTA. “Grenada is blessed with extraordinary marine ecosystems and rich biodiversity, treasures we are proud to showcase, but also deeply committed to protecting. This festival embodies that mission - the protection and sustainability of our environment for generations to come.” The week concluded with mangrove restoration and birdwatching activities in Woburn Mangrove Boardwalk, where participants joined local conservationists to plant seedlings and observe the diverse wildlife that thrives within these ecosystems. Through each activity, the Dive and Conservation Festival reaffirmed Grenada’s standing as both a premier dive destination and a regional leader in sustainable marine tourism.

Captain of the Senior Men’s National Football Team Travist Joseph got a brace, but Dominica was sloppy in defence as they went down to Sint Maarten as the Concacaf Series continued in St Kitts on Saturday. Dominica started off the game strongly but it was Sint Maarten opening the scoring against the run of play. The Dominican team kept pushing and got the equalizer just before the half time break as Travist Joseph got on the end of a good run from Troy Jules. Dominica went into the half time break tied 1-1. The second half saw the national team roaring out the gates, but again it was Sint Maarten getting their second goal of the match against the run of play. Again, it was Travist Joseph to the rescue, as he headed home his second goal of the match to draw the scores level at 2-2. But as was the case in the first defeat to St Martin, Dominica conceded a penalty after a mistake at the back. Sint Maarten made the most of the opportunity as they took the lead, securing a 3-2 win. The result was the 2nd straight defeat for Dominica in the Tournament. The Concacaf Series will continue in March 2026, with Dominica slated to play St Kitts and Belize.

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 Clarke *  Mikkeida Joseph * Nathalia Christmas * Kenisha Demezin The Miss DSC Mas Jamboree Pageant has long been a highlight of student life at the College, a celebration of Dominican culture, creativity, and student empowerment. More than a beauty pageant, it provides a meaningful platform for young women to express themselves, build confidence, and develop leadership skills. This year’s competition promises a dynamic showcase of talent, elegance, and cultural pride, capturing the true essence of Dominica’s youth. As preparations continue, DSC is extending an open invitation to individuals, organizations, and businesses to sponsor one of the contestants and support this exciting revival of pageantry and cultural expression. For sponsorship inquiries their Student Affairs Department can be contacted.

Attorney-at-Law and Certified Mediator, Ms. Christine St. Marie, was officially called to the Dominica Bar today. This significant milestone marks the beginning of her journey as a practicing attorney within the Commonwealth of Dominica. Ms. St. Marie brings to the legal profession a strong academic foundation, proven dedication to justice, and the added expertise of formal training in mediation—an asset that positions her to contribute meaningfully to conflict resolution and alternative dispute processes on the island. Her admission to the Bar reflects not only her personal achievement, but also her readiness to serve clients with integrity, professionalism, and a commitment to upholding the rule of law. The legal community warmly welcomes Ms. St. Marie and looks forward to the positive impact she will make in the administration of justice in Dominica. Congratulations to Ms. St. Marie on this distinguished accomplishment.

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.​ Against this backdrop, this initiative asks a critical question: “What if your organization's data is already on the dark web—how would you know?” Breaches now cost an average of US$4.88 million, often involving customer data and human error such as phishing or misused credentials. By detecting exposure early, businesses can take proactive steps to protect customer trust, secure critical systems, and reduce the impact of cyber threats before they escalate.​ ​ “No organization can compete or achieve sustained growth if it cannot protect its data,” said Marlon Cooper, CEO of Symptai. “Cybersecurity is now inseparable from business strategy. When executives put security at the core of their plans, they’re safeguarding trust, strengthening competitiveness, and securing the region’s long-term economic future.“​ ​ “At Digicel Business, we are committed to empowering organizations to stay resilient, protect their data, while continuing to operate safely,” said Liam Donnelly, Chief Business Officer at Digicel. “With our larger team of experts, supported by local knowledge and global partners, we bring world-class cybersecurity and data protection services to the region.”​ ​ Digicel Business and Symptai helps businesses across the region to strengthen their cyber defenses, offering a comprehensive suite of services. From 24/7/365 SOC monitoring and endpoint protection to managed firewalls, consultancy, penetration testing, and tailored solutions, they provide the tools and guidance organizations of all sizes—big or small— need to safeguard their data and operations. In recognition of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, businesses can also claim a complimentary dark web scan, available until November 21, 2025, to uncover any data that may already be at risk—and take action before it’s too late.

The Men’s Senior National Football Team suffered a heart-breaking defeat, as they went down to St Martin in their opening match of the Concacaf Series at the St Kitts and Nevis Football Association’s Technical center Wednesday in St Kitts. Dominica started off the game strongly but failed to capitalize on their opportunities. Striker Troy Jules had a penalty effort saved, and Dominica missed the few other chances they got in the first half. The Dominican goal keeper Jerome Burkard was brilliant in the first half coming up with a number of key saves to keep St Martin at bay. The two teams went into the interval at 0-0. In the second half Dominica came out firing and Troy Jules pounced on a loose ball to put Dominica in front after the restart. Dominica again failed to put the game away and squandered their chances in the second half. They were made to pay for their missed opportunities as St Martin managed to get 2 goals in the last 10 minutes of the match to walk away with the 2-1 win. Dominica will play its next game on Saturday November 15th against Sint Maarten.

The President of the Commonwealth of Dominica, Sylvanie Burton, received Cuban Ambassador Miguel Fraga this morning in an exchange that reaffirmed the ties of friendship and cooperation between the two nations.   During the meeting, the Cuban diplomat delivered to the Head of State an official note from his counterpart, Miguel Díaz-Canel Bermúdez, expressing his congratulations to the Government and people of Dominica on the occasion of the 47th anniversary of their independence.   President Burton thanked the gesture and highlighted the excellent bilateral relations that unite Cuba and Dominica, forged on the basis of mutual respect, solidarity, and collaboration in multiple areas, especially in health and human resources training.   The president also expressed her interest in the situation in Cuba following Hurricane Melissa. Ambassador Fraga emphasized that, thanks to preventive measures and the preparedness of the Cuban people, there were no loss of human life, although the storm caused significant material damage. During the meeting, the Ambassador reiterated the gratitude of the Government and people of Cuba for President Burton's words at the 80th General Assembly of the United Nations, where she called for an end to the unjust economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed by the United States against Cuba.   The meeting took place in an atmosphere of respect and cordiality, confirming the willingness of both countries to continue strengthening the historic bonds of brotherhood that unite them. The Commonwealth of Dominica proclaimed its independence on November 3, 1978. Site; https://misiones.cubaminrex.cu/en/articulo/cuban-ambassador-delivers-greetings-president-diaz-canel-president-dominica-occasion

By: Chalsey Gill Anthony, Environmental Communicator, on behalf of Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC)   When major floods hit Guyana in 2005, Christine Samwaroo was a young student. Schools were closed, communities submerged, and she remembers worrying deeply for her grandmother, who was trapped in her home as water levels rose. That memory stayed with her. Today, as Founder of The Breadfruit Collective, she says it shapes how she thinks about resilience. “Even as a child, I was aware of justice,” she says. “I didn’t have the words for climate change yet, but I understood what it meant to be worried about others, older people, classmates, and families. Those worries haven’t gone away.” Christine explains that in Guyana, even a single hour of heavy rain now triggers flooding. For her, it’s a reminder that the systems meant to protect people, from education to housing, are not resilient to climate impacts. “We still don’t design for people with disabilities or the elderly,” she says. “And when you build for those who are most vulnerable, everyone benefits.” Across the Caribbean, women and youth are repeatedly named as key stakeholders in climate policy, yet still experience limited participation in actual decision-making. Christine, who has worked in both government and civil society, says that while “inclusion” is a buzzword in proposals, it rarely translates into shared power. “At the global level, everyone agrees youth and women should be included,” she says. “But in practice, projects are still written without those most affected leading them. We’re invited to the table, but not always heard.” Her frustration echoes across the region. From Saint Lucia to Grenada to Belize, community groups, especially those led by women and young people, continue to operate without stable funding or disaster budgets. The Caribbean Policy Development Centre (CPDC)’s  recent research across five Caribbean countries revealed that fewer than one in three community organizations include women in financial decision-making roles related to disaster preparedness, and only about 25% have active youth representatives involved in climate or disaster response planning.  This shows that those most affected by climate shocks are often left out of the systems meant to protect them. Yet, across the Caribbean, there is still little public information on how gender barriers shape access to disaster risk finance or insurance. That lack of visibility makes it harder to design financial protection that truly works for everyone. Caribbean Gender and Social Inclusion Specialist from Dominica, Elishah St. Luce, points to Hurricane Maria as a good example of climate impacts on vulnerable people in Dominica. “A lot of elderly women couldn’t leave shelters for long periods of time after Maria,” she says. “Some had lost their homes completely, and without insurance or income, they simply couldn’t rebuild.” She cautions, however, against treating “women and youth” as one uniform category. “Not all women experience disasters the same way,” she explains. “A single mother without childcare, a rural farmer, or an indigenous woman each faces different barriers. Even among youth, a young man who left school early will face different recovery challenges than a university student.” Elishah stresses that understanding these intersections, of age, gender, income, and ethnicity, is key to fair disaster planning. “We cannot paint disproportionate impacts with a broad brush,” she says. “Fair recovery means understanding that not everyone starts from the same place.” Both Christine and Elishah paint a shared picture of what a truly resilient Caribbean could look like — one that listens first, plans with care, and invests in people, not just infrastructure. For Christine, rebuilding resilience begins with remembering what we already know. “We have ancestral and Indigenous wisdom about living with the environment,” she says. “Resilience means being good ancestors, protecting nature so it can keep protecting us.” Her vision is rooted in justice and design: building communities where accessibility, inclusion, and care are treated as the foundations of development, not as afterthoughts. Elishah adds that reimagining resilience means doing the harder, slower work of meeting people where they are, especially those who have been left out of the formal systems. “We need to rebuild the networks that used to hold our communities together,” she says. “Women’s and youth groups were once the bridge between policy and people. We’ve lost many of them, and that loss has made us more vulnerable.” Their reflections echo a larger truth emerging across the region: resilience cannot exist without social cohesion and local ownership. That’s why new regional models, like meso-level Climate and Disaster Risk Finance and Insurance (CDRFI), are not just about payouts or policies. They’re about rebuilding trust in local systems. By channeling funds through community groups, cooperatives, women’s groups, and credit unions, meso-level CDRFI strengthens the exact kind of social fabric Christine and Elishah describe. Caribbean resilience, then, is not only about disaster response or economic recovery. It’s about restoring the networks of care that allow families to stand back up after every storm, the same networks women and young people have quietly sustained for generations. And so, our region must no longer ask whether women and youth should be at the center of resilience planning. It’s whether we are willing to build the systems that make their leadership possible. Young women from the Dear Future Women mentorship programme are building their activism as Agents of Change in Guyana. Photo credit: Christine Samwaroo / The Breadfruit Collective

The Caribbean Electric Utility Services Corporation (CARILEC) has activated its Disaster Assistance Programme (CDAP), to support electric utility member Jamaica Public Service Company (JPS), following the passage of Hurricane Melissa. The CARILEC Secretariat, in close collaboration with member utilities as well as private contractors, coordinated the deployment of resources, including lineworkers, equipment, and material to Jamaica, to support JPS with rebuilding their Transmission and Distribution networks and restoring electricity to their customers. Hurricane Melissa was one of the most powerful hurricanes ever measured in the region, making landfall in Jamaica on October 28, 2025, as a Category 5 hurricane leaving more than 70% of the island’s electrical customers without power. In its Restoration Update on Monday, November 10, JPS informed that 64% of its customers had regained their electricity supply. 81% of major health facilities, 56% of telecommunication critical sites, and 58% of National Water Commission critical sites had been restored. To date, seventeen (17) regional utilities and two (2) private contractors have committed their support to JPS under CDAP. 131 Line workers have already been deployed, with additional resources scheduled to arrive during the coming week. The teams being deployed hail from the Anguilla Electricity Company Limited, Antigua Public Utilities Authority, Barbados Light & Power Company Ltd, Bahamas Power & Light, Belize Electricity Limited, British Virgin Islands Electricity Corporation, Caribbean Utilities Company/Cayman Islands, Dominica Electricity Services, Grand Bahama Power Company, Guyana Power & Light, Grenada Electricity Services Ltd., Nevis Electricity Company, Pelican Energy TCI/Turks & Caicos Islands, Saint Kitts Electricity Company, St. Lucia Electricity Services Limited, St. Vincent Electricity Services Limited, the Trinidad & Tobago Electricity Commission, and private contractors: Islandwide Electrical and Kings Electrical based in Saint Lucia. With support from the Caribbean Disaster Emergency Management Agency (CDEMA), CARILEC has partnered with the United Kingdom’s Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office (UKFCDO), to coordinate deployment of resources including line workers and equipment to support electrical restoration for Jamaica. CARILEC’s Executive Director, Dr. Cletus Bertin, said: “We’re extremely grateful to our members who have answered the call to support Jamaica in their restoration efforts. CDAP is built on the premise of regional collaboration and mutual assistance. Our member utilities contribute to a fund which is activated when a Utility is impacted by a disaster, and requests assistance to restore their electricity supply and rebuild damaged T&D infrastructure. Assistance is most commonly requested in the form of manpower assistance. We work with member utilities and private contractors who select Lineworkers to deploy to affected utilities to aid in the restoration of electricity supply.”   CDAP was established by CARILEC in 1998 to bring utilities together to enable speedy and efficient restoration of electricity to member islands impacted by a disaster. Many of the deployed Lineworkers would have benefitted from training under the CDAP Expansion Programme, designed to prepare them to support the quick, safe and efficient restoration of electricity supply. CARILEC also regularly hosts a series of technical training exercises and the annual Lineworkers Symposium and Rodeo to support the ongoing capacity building of personnel who are on the ‘front line of electricity service supply across the region.

The Men’s Senior National Football Team will participate for the first time in the CONCACAF Series this week in St Kitts. The CONCACAF Series, is meant to provide matches for member nations that have already been eliminated from 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification. Dominica has been placed in Group B along side Belize, St Martin, Sint Maarten and host country St Kitts. Dominica will play its first game on Wednesday 13th November against St Martin, and will be back in action on Saturday November 15th against Sint Maarten. The technical staff of the Senior Men's National Football Team has selected 23 players to represent Dominica at the CONCACAF Friendly Series in St. Kitts. The squad includes 4 new comers and 5 overseas based players. The players chosen are: Goalkeepers Jerome Burkard Donte Newton Jaheem Cuffy Defenders Eustace Marshall Jaylan Jnoville Marcus Bredas Ethan Nichols (new comer) Nick Anthony Lyan Edwards Mosiah Bonney (overseas based) Durelle Durand (new comer/overseas based) Midfielders Savio Anselm Nathan Newton Jervanie Xavier Briel Thomas Malachai Bonney (overseas based) Gylles Mitchel (overseas based) Forwards Audel Laville Travist Joseph Javid George Donte Warrington Antawn Larocque Troy Jules (overseas based) Team Coach - Ellington Sabin. Assistant Coach – Delroy Watt Team Medic – Clevon Vidal Team Doctor – Dr Curtis St John Equipment Manager – Reginald Darroux Manager – Kelvin Benjamin Media Officer – Garvin Richards Match Schedule: 12th November 2025 Dominica vs St Martin – 3pm 15th November 2025 Dominica vs Sint Marteen – 3pm Issued by: Dominica Football Association – Corporate Communications

Prime Minister Honourable Roosevelt Skerrit will attend the CELAC–EU Summit Caribbean-EU Leaders’ Meeting, taking place today, November 10, 2025, in Santa Marta, Colombia. The high-level meeting brings together Heads of State and Government from Latin America, the Caribbean and the European Union to deepen dialogue and cooperation. The meeting includes leaders of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), the Secretary- General of CARICOM, as well as representatives from the Dominican Republic and Cuba. The President of the European Council, the President of the European Commission, the EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and the rotating Presidency of the European Union will also participate. The President of Colombia will join the session as host of the CELAC-EU Summit. The engagements in Santa Marta are expected to focus on shared priorities such as sustainable development, climate resilience, trade and global cooperation. During the Prime Minister’s absence from the state, the Honourable Cassanni Laville, Minister for Health, Wellness and Social Services is serving as Acting Prime Minister.