 General Manager of the Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC), Florian Mitchel, reported significant progress in the removal of derelict vehicles from the island. Since the launch of the derelict removal program in 2017, the DSWMC has successfully removed over 2,000 derelict vehicles, despite facing challenges with vehicle owners. Mitchel also mentioned plans to expand the landfill in the near future to accommodate ongoing waste management needs. Mitchel revealed that the government of Dominica dedicates 50% of its revenue allocations to managing solid waste. However, he emphasized that achieving waste-to-energy processing requires additional avenues and financial support. General Manager of the Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC), Florian Mitchel.
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 In response to recent electoral reform proposals presented by the DLP government, allegedly with intent to push them down the throat of Dominicans, Dr. Thomson Fontaine, leader of the United Workers Party (UWP), Team Dominica, has expressed dissatisfaction, and condemnation of DLP Regime for their apparent clandestine approach, after investing considerable amounts of Dominica’s resources. Despite the significant expenditure and extensive consultation with Sir Dennis Byron, Dr Fontaine asserts that the recommendations presented by the DLP, fail to justify the time, money, and effort expended. He contends that the government's proposals lack substance in addressing the fundamental issues that are crucial for ensuring free and fair elections in Dominica's electoral process. Dr. Fontaine emphasized the viewpoint expressed by the Caribbean Court of Justice (CCJ) in its suggestion on July 5, 2022. The CCJ underscored the pivotal role of an electoral list in ensuring legitimate and lawful elections, assigning the responsibility for maintaining the integrity of that list to the electoral commission. Dr. Thomson Fontaine, leader of the United Workers Party (UWP).
 Electoral Commissioner Wayne James informs political figures and the general citizenry, that the commission will take as much time as is required to thoroughly analyze and assess the Government’s proposed Electoral Reform suggestions, and will approve or disapprove or make its recommendations before the documents can be tabled in Parliament. He added that after review and deliberations by members of the Electoral Commission, the public will be transparently informed of the consensus reached and the next steps to be taken and or amendments to be made. Electoral Commissioner, Wayne James.
 United Workers Party (UWP) President Lennox Linton is concerned about three DLP Government Electoral legislative proposals which do not align with the recommendations discussed during national consultations with Sir. Denis Byron. He said the DLP legislators appear to be bent ontabling their proposals in Parliament without public consultation. He pointed out that the legislation includes clauses permitting overseas Dominicans, who are not ordinarily resident in Dominica and who are under another government's jurisdiction to influence decisions impacting local citizens' lives. Linton stated that the country's constitution requires residency as a criterion for choosing government representatives. He emphasized that, under current law, individuals can only be on the voters' list if they reside in a specific constituency in Dominica. He criticized the new draft legislation for significantly deviating from a constitutional requirement. Lennox Linton, President of the United Workers Party (UWP).
 On Saturday, May 25, 2024, the Electoral Reform Coalition (ERC) hosted a stakeholders' workshop at the University of the West Indies Global Campus to scrutinize draft electoral reform legislation. The draft had been distributed across various social media platforms.
The ERC criticized the Prime Minister, accusing him of disrespecting the nation by sharing the draft only with the President, the Electoral Commission, and Dominica Labour parliamentarians. Despite his announcement that the legislation would be posted on the government website nearly two weeks ago, this has not occurred. During the workshop, stakeholders reviewed the draft but could not verify its authenticity. They addressed concerns such as residency requirements for voters and other issues the ERC plans to reserve judgment on until the Prime Minister releases authentic copies. The ERC is urging the Electoral Commission to distribute the draft legislation to stakeholders and facilitate public discussions to inform the populace about its contents, and receive feedback before they decide on its merits, and on their recommendations for going forward.  General Manager of the Dominica Water & Sewage Company (DOWASCO), Bernard Ettinoffe, has restated the reasoning behind the government's approval of a water rate hike that is set to come into effect on June 1, 2024. He attempted to explain that the anticipated increase will differ for businesses and domestic consumers. Ettinoffe also stated that any surplus funds generated from the upcoming water rate hike will be allocated to a specific company fund reserved for emergency situations as they arise. Bernard Ettinoffe, General Manager of DOWASCO.
 Q95 news has confirmed that Portsmouth Secondary School (PSS) secured victory in the Under 15 Girls Basketball Festival held at the Massacre Indoor Court on May 28, 2024.Basketball teams from the Castle Bruce Secondary School and the North East Comprehensive School also competed at the Festival.
 National Coach of the Senior Men's Football team, Ellington Sabin, says the much-anticipated Matchup between Dominica Nationals Team and the Jamaican Football Team, will be a source of great motivation for the Dominican Players - as this is a home game. The National Football Team will take on Jamaica on June 9, 2024 at the Windsor Park Sports Stadium. Sabin Spoke to Q95 news recently. National Coach of the Senior Men's Football team, Ellington Sabin.
 During the Global View on Q Program last night, Dr Irving Andre voiced concerns that three specific pieces of legislation—the Electoral Commission Act, the House of Assembly Act, and the Registration of Electors Act—confirm the worst fears of Dominican citizens. He argued that these proposed new laws undermine Dominicans dream of a democracy founded on free and fair elections. Dr. Andre emphasized that the citizens themselves are the leaders needed during these challenging times, to ensure that these new legislative measures which fall short of delivering the essential reforms the country requires, are not approved in Parliament and implemented. Dr. Andre highlighted that the Registration of Electors Act, particularly regarding eligibility to participate in elections, proposes measures that are even more concerning than those suggested by Sir Dennis Byron. He stressed that focusing on this legislation reveals deeper issues that could further undermine the democratic process in Dominica. Justice Dr. Irving Andre.
 Despite improvements in reproductive health service coverage, reaching over 81% of the population, significant inequalities persist both between and within countries in the Americas, according to Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) Director Dr. Jarbas Barbosa. Speaking during a regional meeting on the Day of Action for Women's Health, Dr. Barbosa emphasized the urgent need to address these disparities to achieve universal health and protect human rights.
Dr. Barbosa noted that vulnerable populations face greater barriers to accessing sexual and reproductive health services, resulting in systematically worse outcomes for these groups. He highlighted that tackling these inequities is essential for promoting gender equality, combating discrimination, and improving social determinants of health. PAHO's report, "State of Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services," presented to the Directing Council in September 2023, outlines the current state of reproductive health in the region, health policy responses, and access barriers. It offers evidence-based measures to improve the situation, revealing significant disparities in access to long-acting contraceptives across Latin America and the Caribbean. The COVID-19 pandemic exacerbated these issues, causing millions of women to discontinue use due to disruptions in public provision and economic hardships. |
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