Caribbean Independence Tested in Rising Hemispheric Tensions For many Caribbean nations, independence was never merely a legal status. It was a hard-won achievement carved out over generations of struggle against colonial rule and external interference. Yet today, that hard-fought autonomy faces perhaps its most pressing test in decades as aggressive military activity tied to escalating […]
Glory in Paradise Gospel Festival Comes to Dominica Dominica is preparing for a new musical and spiritual gathering that organizers hope will resonate across the island and beyond. The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) have unveiled the National Gospel Festival, titled “Glory in Paradise,” which is set to take place on […]
Dominica is preparing for a new musical and spiritual gathering that organizers hope will resonate across the island and beyond. The Ministry of Tourism and the Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) have unveiled the National Gospel Festival, titled “Glory in Paradise,” which is set to take place on February 28, 2026, at 5 p.m. at Windsor […]
Amah Harris, a doyenne in Black theatre, fondly remembered By Neil Armstrong Amah Harris, a seasoned theatre producer, playwright and educator, has made her final exit on the stage of life. The Dominica-born dramatist died on July 9, 2025, in Toronto, and there has been an outpouring of condolences from the creative community. She was […]
Thousands face crisis over Caribbean passports A growing number of UAE residents who acquired second citizenships through Caribbean Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes now face uncertain futures. These individuals, many from India, South Asia, and the Middle East, spent between $115,000 and $330,000 on passports from countries like Dominica, Saint Lucia, and Saint Kitts and […]
Dominica builds geothermal power plant project With its lush rainforests, volcanoes, waterfalls, and hot springs, Dominica has long drawn nature-loving tourists. In 2024, the island welcomed 83,966 visitors, a 13 per cent increase from the previous year, driven by direct US flights and new hotels. Now, the “Nature Island” is turning its natural energy inward, […]
First actor of Dominican descent wins Oscar Zoe Saldaña won the Oscar for Best Supporting Actress for her role as an attorney for a cartel leader in Jacques Audiard’s film Emilia Pérez. During her emotional acceptance speech, Saldaña expressed gratitude to the Academy for recognizing the strength of her character, Rita, calling her a “quiet […]
Dominica has unveiled its new ‘Kool Escapes’ campaign, positioning the island as a premier destination for adventure tourism. The initiative, launched by the Discover Dominica Authority, targets travelers from North America, the United Kingdom, the French West Indies, France, the Commonwealth, and neighboring Caribbean nations who are seeking nature-based experiences. The campaign focuses on showcasing […]
Construction of Dominica’s 10-megawatt geothermal power plant is advancing steadily, with the project set to become the second of its kind in the Eastern Caribbean and the first in the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). Minister for Foreign Affairs, International Business, Trade, and Energy, Dr. Vince Henderson, confirmed that the plant is on schedule to be completed […]
Two months ago, The Caribbean Camera reported on United Airlines’ ambitious plan to launch direct flights from Newark, New Jersey, to Dominica. This long-awaited service has now become a reality. Last week, the first United Airlines Boeing 737 touched down at Douglas-Charles Airport, greeted with a grand water cannon salute—a tradition reserved for significant aviation […]
