Dominica News

Arawak House of Culture was damaged after Hurricane Maria struck the island nation in September 2017.

Numerous events have been scheduled for this year’s Mas Dominik starting with the official opening parade on Sunday, January 18, 2025.

PM Skerrit during the interview talked about the future of three bills and said that these bills are constitutional reform, aiming to empower electoral commission.

Prime Minister Dr Roosevelt Skerrit during his visit to the Dominica Grammar School met with the teachers and learnt about their concerns regarding the teaching and learning environment with the progress in the construction work.

Prime Minister Dr Roosevelt Skerrit stated that the facility is evidence of the government’s efforts towards resilience and enhancement of the Kalinago territory.

Dominica's Met Department has issued advisories for the surfers and small crafters amid the weather instabilities.

In the next 24 hours, Dominica's weather will experience an impact from high-pressure system.

Whitney Melinard shared that the Kalinago community, like several Indigenous groups across the world, is threatened by changing climate, including superstorms.

The dust haze has been bringing inclement conditions across the Caribbean, however, the Meteorological Department noted that there is a chance of a decline in the levels over the next 24 hours.

On behalf of his family, PM Skerrit said that this is the time to cherish every moment and celebrate the eve with joy and fun with loved ones.

Police officers and the family members of Asot Michael hosted the march alongside the hearse with the help of the solemn rhythms of a marching band.

In a social media post, Melissa Poponne-Skerrit, wife of the prime minister, said she was very pleased to be able to hand over homes to 60 families this Christmas under the HRP and 11th EDF.

He highlighted that the reforms are not just about improving the electoral process, but to create a fairer and more inclusive system that upholds all the fundamental rights of every citizen.

The entertainment during the Roseau Christmas Village will be offered by local artistes such as original Rough and Ready Band and DJ SHIL.

The bills will be named as “Electoral Commission Bill 2024,” “House of Assembly Elections Bill 2024,” and the “Registration of Electoral Bill 2024.”

To commemorate the launching of the LFC, a special event was organized in the Jubilee Room of the Parliament in which world leaders held discussions around the theme "The Future of Democracies Across the Commonwealth."

Designed to celebrate the culture and local offerings of Dominica, the village features distinguished events for the citizens and tourists in the Christmas period.

The Hewanorra National Honey Show took place in Saint Lucia following the culminations of the 12th Caribbean Beekepers Congress.

The opening of new flights to Guadeloupe is expected to expand the footprints of Caribbean Airlines in the region.

The Christmas Village is an annual event designed to entertain the audience and enhance the vibes of the festival across Dominica.