/ Jun 19, 2026
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EmoNews is proud to announce Soanna Benjamin as our Person of the Year for 2024!
Soanna was chosen for her remarkable resilience and dedication, demonstrated during pivotal moments in our nation’s journey this year:
Her unwavering composure and resilience during the Truckers’ Protest in Canefield in October.
Her active involvement in the Calibishie Protest, where residents advocated for their playing field. Her poise during the live interview after the protest with the government of Dominica.
Beyond her activism, Soanna has embraced farming, cultivating and shipping potatoes, cucumbers, and seasoning peppers, embodying the spirit of innovation and hard work.
As an employee of EmoNews, she consistently goes above and beyond, performing her duties with excellence and a steadfast commitment, even amidst personal challenges.
Soanna Benjamin truly exemplifies resilience, thoughtfulness, and an unyielding drive to make a difference. We couldn’t be more honored to recognize her as our 2024 Person of the Year!

EmoNews is proud to announce Soanna Benjamin as our Person of the Year for 2024!
Soanna was chosen for her remarkable resilience and dedication, demonstrated during pivotal moments in our nation’s journey this year:
Her unwavering composure and resilience during the Truckers’ Protest in Canefield in October.
Her active involvement in the Calibishie Protest, where residents advocated for their playing field. Her poise during the live interview after the protest with the government of Dominica.
Beyond her activism, Soanna has embraced farming, cultivating and shipping potatoes, cucumbers, and seasoning peppers, embodying the spirit of innovation and hard work.
As an employee of EmoNews, she consistently goes above and beyond, performing her duties with excellence and a steadfast commitment, even amidst personal challenges.
Soanna Benjamin truly exemplifies resilience, thoughtfulness, and an unyielding drive to make a difference. We couldn’t be more honored to recognize her as our 2024 Person of the Year!

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