The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Blue and Green Economy officially launched the development of an Integrated Agriculture Land Use Plan (IALP) on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at the Fisheries Division Complex Conference Room. This initiative, undertaken in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and The University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill, Barbados, through its Centre for Resource Management and Environmental Studies (CERMES), aims to enhance sustainable land management, improve climate resilience, and support agricultural productivity in Dominica.
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Barbados’ CARICOM Youth Ambassador Launches Sustainable School Gardening Project with PAHO/EU support
To empower young people and nurture more health-conscious and resilient citizens, CARICOM Youth Ambassador for Barbados Ashley Lashley launched Growing Tomorrow Harvest on Wednesday. The project will integrate sustainable gardening in three Barbadian schools.
YOUTH DEVELOPMENT DIVISION LAUNCHES NATIONAL SKILLS TRAINING SURVEY TO EMPOWER DOMINICA’S YOUTH
The Youth Development Division has officially launched a national Skills Training Needs Survey aimed at gathering feedback from young people across the island to shape the future of youth development programming in Dominica.
Death Announcement of 75 year Phillip McDonald Robin better known as Borbor of Wesley, who resided at Over Gutter Marigot
We announce the death of Phillip McDonald Robin better known as Borbor of Wesley, who resided at Over Gutter Marigot. He died on February 4, at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital. He was 75 years.
Tropical Shipping President’s Testimony Emphasizes Catastrophic Impact of Tariffs on American Shipping Industry and Economy
Tropical Shipping President and CEO Tim Martin testified Monday before the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) that the proposed tariffs would severely affect American-owned shipping companies as well as U.S. exporters and Caribbean businesses that ship with Tropical. The proposed tariffs include a flat $1 million port fee on Chinese-built vessels entering U.S. ports.
“All is Not Well with Union Members/Workers at NBD, Says Dominica Amalgamated Workers Union (DAWU)”
As the NBD celebrates forty-Seven (47) years in existence, so does the Dominica Amalgamated Workers Union (DAWU), celebrates forty-seven (47) years of representation for the workers of the National Bank of Dominica Ltd (NBD).
Death Announcement of 78 year old Nestor James of Grand Fond
We announce the death of Nestor James of Grand Fond, age 78. He died on the 16th March, 2025 at the Dominica China Friendship Hospital.
Vacancy Notice – Dental Hygienist at The Family Dental Practice
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FAO, IDB, and MMA promote solutions for inclusive climate action in Latin America and the Caribbean
The meeting established a connection between the agendas of the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty and COP30, to promote policies and financing to strengthen rural livelihoods and environmental conservation based on social protection
Republic Bank and Cricket West Indies Continue Support for Youth Cricket Development in Grenada
Republic Bank is proud to announce the continuation of its partnership with Cricket West Indies for the RBL “Five for Fun” Cricket programme in primary schools across Grenada. This marks the second consecutive year of this exciting grassroots cricket initiative.