ROSEAU, Dominica – In the face of reports that regional carrier LIAT’s closure is forthcoming, Dominica’s prime minister Roosevelt Skerrit urged the region’s leaders to be reminded of the economic impact which will be felt by all if the airline is allowed to fail. “One has to appreciate the tremendous economic dislocation it would cause […]
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The following statement is issued by Chancellor of The University of the West Indies, Robert Bermudez on the passing of Sir Alister McIntyre, who served as UWI Vice-Chancellor from 1988-1998. It is with deep sadness that The University of the West Indies (The UWI) community learnt of the passing of Sir Alister McIntyre, Vice-Chancellor Emeritus, […]
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By Davidson Edwards Crazy thought isn’t it? This question has consumed my mind for the last 5 years, and I still have way more questions than answers Why would we want a ‘Silicon Valley’ anyway? It’s now a year and a half I’ve spent working in London’s ‘Silicon Roundabout’ — everyone and their cousin wants a ‘Silicon Valley’ […]
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Dominica joins Caribbean citizens across the islands to celebrate the birds that live only in the region for its sixteenth consecutive year. The festival runs from Earth Day (April 22nd) to International Biodiversity Day (May 22nd). These events are all part of the Caribbean Endemic Bird Festival (CEBF), organized by BirdsCaribbean. This year’s theme addresses […]
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The National Telecommunications Regulatory Commission (NTRC) in collaboration with the Ministry of Information, Science, Telecommunications and Technology (MISTT) hosted ‘Girls in ICT’ day under the theme “Expand Horizons and Change Attitudes”. Girls in ICT is an international event organized by the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) and is celebrated every year on the fourth Thursday of […]
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The Electoral Office of Dominica informs the general public that a critical component of any claim for registration is the residency requirement. The Registration of Electors Act (Chap. 2:03) requires that any citizen of Dominica who submits a claim for registration, must have been living in the polling district in which they intend to register […]
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Faraway, so close Diplomacy can be unfair. Venezuela, Syria, North Korea – when as many crises flare up around the globe as is currently the case, they garner nearly undivided attention. Consequently, investment in long‑standing partnerships and expansion of alliances is given short shrift. But that is risky. In an increasingly confusing world, we need strong partners. […]
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April 25, 2019 marked the close of the 2018/2019 cruise season. Dominica received its final cruise call for the season, as the MV Marella Explorer of TUI Cruises made the final call at the Roseau Cruise Ship Berth. The ship brought approximately 2084 cruise passengers to Dominica shores. The last call for the season was […]
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St. Kitts – An exciting summer camp for young children and adults recently took place at its long-awaited new home – Range Community Center @ Mount Carmel in St Kitts. Camp Ezekiel hosted approximately 80 participants at the new community center between 15-22 April 2019. Activities included distribution of food hampers to the elderly, a […]
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Native from Caribbean island of Dominica, Jerry Julian was immersed in musical styles of all genres, until he arrived to France to study art and came up with his own Reggae band: Natural Gift, quickly becoming one of the main Reggae bands in Southern France, known for its unique fusion style mixing Reggae, Soul and […]
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