Attorney Gabriel Christian contends that the incumbent DLP regime is opposed to genuine electoral and campaign finance reforms due to corruption, exploitation and schemes involving misuse of resources. He claims that rich individuals and so-called friends exploit the island, while hospitals lack supplies. He laments that despite donations, the national library is in ruins, but an airport is being built which some view as a laundromat. He contends that Chinese interests control the country, and the director of audit is unable to audit funds from sales generated from the passport sales program.

​Christian says the disregard of financial and procurement laws is a constitutional violation, and that the Dominican government is holding off on electoral reform in order to hold onto power, hide criminal activity, and steal from the people’s resources.

Attorney Gabriel Christian 

Leader of the United Workers Party (UWP), Dr. Thomson Fontaine, expressed the opinion that fostering the growth and development of young individuals through the systematic promotion of the knowledge industries, is a key direction that should be pursued.
 
He added that providing such young individuals with the means to explore the various facets of technology, could potentially allow them to become proficient in the creation of apps, websites, and even artificial intelligence (AI) systems, in which Such expertise could pave the way for the creation of new employment opportunities for them.

According to Fontaine, young people are frequently labeled as the party or sewo generation. Nonetheless, he posits that such characterization is a response to the prevailing circumstances of scarcity of substantive job prospects for young people, resulting in a dearth of opportunities for upward mobility.

​United Workers Party (UWP) leader, Dr. Thomson Fontaine.

President of the United Workers Party (UWP) Lennox Linton laments that contemporary technology has brought to light the precarious foundation on which the process of nation building stands. He says this is resulting in a sense of insecurity, marginalization, and disconnection of the youth, from a system that has consistently demonstrated its inability to provide effective solutions to their real-world challenges. Linton believes Dominica is currently experiencing the consequences of its bad investments without substantial collaboration and involvement by the youth, over the course of several years.

According to Linton, the learning process for young individuals occurs not only within the confines of a classroom but also outside of it and as such, it is imperative to establish a method of integrating resources for youth development in a manner that enables the acquisition of comprehensive skill sets.

​President of the United Workers Party (UWP), Lennox Linton.

​Attorney Gabriel Christian of the Caribbean Agricultural Network remarks on how the organization brought the ambassador to the United States, and president of the state college to the University of Maryland and signed an MOU for agriculture in collaboration with the government and people of Dominica, so that we could have the best practices here.
 
The university dispatched 2 food technologists who instructed farmers on canning and preservation of fruits. With the help of this information, farmers were able to increase the shelf life of their produceand develop new skills in their field. Both parties benefited from the collaboration because it has made it possible to share agricultural knowledge and skills.

He emphasizes that the Dominican agriculture process, along with the ministry of agriculture, is cantered on sustainability and collaboration. Christian also highlighted the importance of developing a culture that values Dominican intellectualism, and consistently works toward this end result.

​Attorney Gabriel Christian of the Caribbean Agricultural Network.

Minister for Health, Wellness, and Social Services, Cassanni Laville, and Chief Medical Officer (Ag), Dr Laura Esprit, are attending the 76th annual World Health Assembly in Geneva, Switzerland.
 
The theme of this year’s Health Assembly is WHO at 75: Saving lives, driving health for all. Hon. Laville presented several of Dominica’s achievements in the health sector while also making a plea to the delegation to continue to support the efforts of small island developing states like Dominica.
 
Both the Minister and Dr Esprit expect to engage in several roundtable discussions where WHA delegates, partner agencies, representatives of civil society, and WHO experts will deliberate on current and future priorities, and for public health issues of global importance.
 
Topics include:The World Together; Member State-led Processes to Strengthen Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness& Response; A safer and healthier tomorrow through restoring essential immunization today; Protecting and investing in the health and care workforce; The Role of the Health Community in Climate Action, among others
 
The World Health Assembly is the decision-making body of WHO. It is attended by delegations from all WHO Member States and focuses on a specific health agenda prepared by the Executive Board. The main functions of the World Health Assembly are to determine the policies of the organization, appoint the Director-General, supervise financial policies, & review and approve the proposed program budget.

​United Workers Party (UWP) leader, Dr. Thomson Fontaine asserted during the CCM Program on Friday that the two decades of governance by the DLP Regime has been a dreadful experience for young people, which is raising concerns regarding the measures needed to alleviate the predicament of young Dominicans. He suggests that addressing the root cause of the challenges faced by young individuals under the DLP Regime could be achieved through the provision of educational resources and employment prospects, adding, this strategy aims to equip them with the necessary tools to thrive &overcome the difficulties encountered.

Fontaine says the educational considerations embedded in the proposed solution would guarantee universal access to education for all children, regardless of academic capability. Furthermore, it would provide opportunities for skill development through vocational and training programs.

​United Workers Party (UWP) leader, Dr. Thomson Fontaine

According to Justice Dr. Irving Andre, Wesley people are experiencing displacement due to their ancestral roots in a village dating back 100 years. He makes mention that Dominicans are being called and categorized as racist toward certain people, when it is nowhere similar to the racism faced by African Americans in America, Canada, and China. He explains that they are being told they are racists and should play dead, while their heritage is stolen.
 

​He continues by saying that Dominicans are having an existential struggle to protect their legacy since they are being sold their history and soul for a few dollars. The Chinese have a harsh policy against corruption, but Dominicans continue to face the same issues.

Justice Dr. Irving Andre.

Minister Cozier Frederick emphasized the program's intangible advantages at the parenting program's closing ceremony in the Kalinago communities, which was endorsed by the Child Abuse Prevention Unit of the Social Welfare Division. Over the past three months, program participants have actively participated in seminars and training sessions. He emphasized that raising a new generation requires having the skills necessary for coaching, protecting their experiences, passing along priceless knowledge, and cultivating an atmosphere that supports them in becoming their best selves.

​Minister Frederick also highlighted that by safeguarding their experiences, we can create a safe and supportive environment that encourages growth and development. It is also important to impart invaluable knowledge, not just in terms of technical skills but also in terms of life lessons and personal growth. The improvement of lives and the formation of a generation can be seen in the investment in skills.

​The Honorable Cozier Frederick, Minister for the Environment and Parliamentary Representative for the Salybia Constituency.

National Bank of Dominica Ltd announced the winners of the NBD/Sports Division Primary Schools Football Championship 2023. NBD stated, “It extends its congratulations to the winning schools as well as to all the schools that took part in the NBD/Sports Division Primary Schools Football Championship 2023.”
 
The students did their best and showed the spirit of competition and enthusiasm. NBD is the official sponsor of the primary school’s football championship event which reinforces their commitment to supporting up-and-coming male and female footballers.
 
The top performers were as follows:
 
Developmental Division: Winner, Baroness Patricia Scotland Primary School, 2nd Place, Warner Primary School and 3rd Place, Morne Juane Primary School. Boys Division: Winner, St. Luke’s Primary School, 2nd Place, Roosevelt Douglas Primary School, and 3rd Place, Saint Mary’s Primary School Division: Winner, Grand Fond / Morne Jaune Primary School, 2nd Place, Goodwill Primary School and 3rd Place, Bense / Thibaud Primary School.
 
All the Goal Scorers during regulation time and extra time were given a gift compliments the National Bank of Dominica Ltd; as well as the Match Officials who received a medal for their services.Carligue Prevost also received a Special Award from the NBD Representative for his outstanding performance in the Boys Division One Finals. Grandfond/Morne Jaune combined Primary Schools are Champions of the NBD Ltd Sports Division 2023 Primary Schools Girls Football competition, by defeating the Goodwill Primary School by two goals to nil on Friday, 19th May, at Benjamin Park. 

Legendary queen of cadence-lypso and lady of song Ophelia Marie released her much-anticipated album, "The Hidden Reggaes Plus," which takes listeners on tour of some of her lesser-known reggae compositions. She wants to establish herself as a real musical powerhouse, by showcasing her diversity and reintroducing her reggae tunes to a larger audience with this album.
 
Ophelia's cover, which begins with the mesmerizing "I Man Suffering" by the late Clayton Guiste of the Gaylords Power Union, connects strongly with the financial hardships that many people confront and has become extremely popular all around the world. Ophelia's passionate voice & the reggae beats combine beautifully to deliver a potent & relevant message.
 
'Strike', a gripping song written by McCarthy Marie that retains the album's reflective ambiance while tackling relevant social and political topics, is one of the outstanding tunes. Ophelia's ability to generate a variety of emotions is beautifully displayed in each song on the album, enchanting listeners with her alluring voice & the irresistible reggae beat.
 
Ophelia’s exceptional talent shines throughout the album, emphasizing her proficiency in various genres. Whether it’s the energetic tracks that inspire movement or the heartfelt ballads that touch the depths of the soul, Ophelia’s lyrics are both poetic and thought-provoking, leaving a lasting impact on listeners.