Dominica is poised for a robust tourism surge in January as it readies to receive a contingent of 8,000 cruise ship passengers on Monday. The island is welcoming passengers from two cruise ships the MV AIDAdiva and the MSC Seaside. Both vessels are scheduled to dock
After the substantial restructuring in housing sector development, Dominica's Housing Recovery Project has made notable strides in recent months. The project underwent a significant overhaul, prioritizing transparency and efficiency, and is primarily supported by funding from the World Bank Program, which has now been extended for
Dominica's finance minister requested parliamentary approval to secure a bank guarantee from the National Bank of Dominica to construct a geothermal energy plant. The government intends to get a guarantee of EC$13.5 million (One ECC dollar=US$0.37 cents) to ensure the execution of the commitments outlined in
In the heart of the Caribbean lies Dominica, a nation that may be small in size but looms large in its significance as a compelling illustration of the indispensable nature of early warning systems in the face of climate change. Dominica's experience serves as a poignant
In a growing concern for residents and officials alike, Dominica is facing a mounting energy crisis. The island nation's aging power plants, once the backbone of its electricity supply, are now grappling to keep pace with the surging demand for energy. This was disclosed at the press
Work continues at Dominica's international airport as facilities to support the main construction are being built at the site. In an interview quoted by the Associate Times, the CEO of International Airport Development Company Samuel Johnson said that as soon as the equipment from China arrived
Dominica is the next Caribbean country slated for a rapid special assessment by a U.S. think tank, which aims to identify climate vulnerability and risks in coastal communities. The think tank, Stimson Center, along with the Commonwealth Secretariat have started conducting the groundbreaking project in a
As world leaders prepare for the upcoming COP28, the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) is slated to rally for more support on the Lost and Damage Fun designed to assist countries most vulnerable to the effects of climate change. The Lost and Damage Fund came to fruition
Dominica aims to attract diasporans and visitors via a new initiative that focuses on the island's top land resources. Called the The Best of Both Worlds “Luxe Land Link”- Land Offer Programme, this land link initiative will "strategically leverage the abundant land resources across three crucial
LOOP CARIBBEAN NEWS—Prime Minister Gaston Browne has said Antigua and Barbuda passport holders do not need a visa to travel to the United Kingdom. Responding to questions from the Opposition in the Parliament on Thursday, Browne said Antiguans would need to apply for the UK’s Electronic
