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Caribbean Poised to Attract Future Global Investment
To increase global capital, planning and policy-making across the Caribbean region, the public and private sectors must be “punctilious, increasingly evidence-based, data-driven, and empirical to the core,” senior minister of foreign affairs and foreign trade, senator Christopher Sinckler, said August 12, as he delivered the feature address at the launch of the 2026 Caribbean Investment […]
CTO to Launch Caribbean Tourism Research Forum at SOTIC 2026
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) will introduce the inaugural Caribbean Tourism Research Forum as part of the 2026 State of the Tourism Industry Conference (SOTIC), creating a dedicated platform to advance research, innovation and evidence-based decision-making across the region’s tourism sector. The three-hour forum will take place Tuesday, Oct. 6, during SOTIC 2026 in Guyana […]
Anguilla Tourism Director Champions Regional Unity and Youth Development
Anguilla’s tourism director is urging more young people to pursue careers in hospitality and calling on Caribbean destinations to collaborate rather than compete, saying the region’s real rivals lie outside the Caribbean. Jameel Rochester, 33, the youngest and first male director of tourism for the Anguilla Tourist Board, made the comments during a recent interview […]
Flow Dominica has announced that its legacy Cwdom.dm email service will be permanently retired on Wednesday, September 30, 2026.
To provide customers with ample time to transition, the retirement of the service will be implemented in phases. Beginning Monday, August 31, customers will no longer be able to send emails from their cwdom.dm email accounts, and from Tuesday, September 15, incoming emails to those accounts will also cease. The platform will be fully decommissioned […]
Tourism in the Dominican Republic: 1,083,448 Visitors in July—What Are the Economic Benefits?
Standing in front of a screen displaying 1,083,448 visitors, Minister David Collado presented the results for July 2026. Behind this record-breaking tourism figure in the Dominican Republic, authorities want to highlight concrete impacts on employment, suppliers, and government revenue. But the figures also reveal a concentration of arrivals in just a few regions. A New […]
Plane Damaged by Flying Object as Explosive Drone Sparks Security Alert at German Airport
An unidentified flying object hit a a cargo plane at a German airport on Wednesday, as the discovery of a drone carrying an explosive device caused disruption and the suspension of flights. An airport staff member discovered the drone in a secure area of the cargo flight operations near the airport’s south runway, according to […]
Aquila Tours Achieves Level 4 Recognition Through GreenStep’s Sustainable Tourism Pathway
Aquila Tours, a division of Aquila Center for Cruise Excellence, has achieved Level 4 recognition through GreenStep’s Sustainable Tourism Pathway after completing a comprehensive assessment of its sustainability practices against internationally recognized criteria.The GreenStep Sustainable Tourism Pathway measures businesses against the GreenStep Sustainable Tourism Standard, a GSTC-Recognized Standard, evaluating performance across four pillars: management, social […]
Republic Bank Returns with Pick Your Rate Campaign, Making it Easier to Make it Happen
Republic Bank (EC) Limited is making it easier than ever for customers to bring their summer plans to life with the launch of its 2026 Pick Your Rate campaign. By making financing more affordable, the bank is helping customers improve their financial flexibility, strengthen their cash flow and confidently achieve both their immediate needs and […]
Record Temperatures Boost Global Reliance on China’s Cooling Industry
With wildfire blazing and temperatures hitting record highs in Europe, one China-made product has never been hotter: air-conditioners. Europeans, who have been slower to adopt AC than those living in other parts of the world, are lining up outside stores and driving long distances in the hopes of securing AC units as blistering summer temperatures […]
The Business of Slavery From Africa to the New World
Part one of this series followed the business from the African coast to the ship. Part two followed it through the auction room to the banks and the compensation rolls that closed the books. Today we step back inside the enterprise while it ran, the plantation, and we begin, as this series keeps beginning, with […]
Trump Hits Canada with 50% Tariffs as Carney Vows to Intensify Trade Negotiations
US President Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on a wide range of goods imported from Canada, in retaliation for what he called “unequal treatment” of US cars, dairy and alcohol. Everyday consumer items like wine and hockey sticks and industrial goods such as cement are among the goods targeted. However, several key exports […]
Death announcement of Johnson Abraham, also known as DJrockit, age 39, of Antrizle, who departed this life on Thursday July 2nd…
He was predeceased by his:• Grandfather: Foster Tyson• Grandmother: Rebecca Christian• Uncles: Addie and Antonius Abraham He leaves to mourn his passing:Mother:• Paula Tyson of Antrizle Father:• Pierson Mitchell Abraham of Bense, residing in Marigot Step-Grandmother:• Seraphine Tyson of Marigot Brothers:• Daniel Abraham of the Commonwealth of Dominica Police Force• Nicholson Tyson• David Durand Jr.• […]
Caribbean Airlines Brings Travel, Trade and Business Solutions to TIC 2026
Caribbean Airlines is showcasing its portfolio of passenger, cargo and business solutions at the 2026 Trade and Investment Convention (TIC), reinforcing its role as a key enabler of regional connectivity, trade and economic development. From July 9 – 11, visitors to Booths 240 – 241 at the TIC, Centre of Excellence, Macoya, venue have the […]
“Schools Shouldn’t Be Billboards for Junk Food”
Think back to your school days. Think about Sports Day, the Boys’ and Girls’ Championships in Jamaica, or the CARIFTA Games: championship banners around the cricket field, a free drink after your race, a tent with refreshments, and company logos on the scoreboard, programme, or medals. For many people in the Caribbean, these moments evoke […]
The Central Bank of Barbados in Plain English — A Column by Basil Springer (July 3, 2026)
Every Barbadian benefits from the work of the Central Bank of Barbados (CBB) every day, even though most will never step inside the institution. Yet how many people ever read its annual report? With BiMPay now live, this is a good time to understand what the Central Bank actually does and how the public can […]
Ready to represent your business… or simply enjoy the biggest day on Dominica’s waters? Registration is NOW OPEN for Poker Run Dominica…
Whether you’re: A company looking for a fun and memorable team-building experience, A group of friends ready for an unforgettable adventure, or A boat owner wanting to compete for the EC$10,000 Grand Prize This is your chance to be part of one of Dominica’s premier marine events. Corporate Teams: Fly your company’s flag, strengthen your […]
The Discover Dominica Authority (DDA) has launched Staycation 2026, giving Dominican residents access to exclusive rates at participating…
Staycation 2026 features a variety of accommodation packages and experiences for families, couples, groups and solo travellers. Residents can choose from luxury resorts, boutique hotels, eco-lodges and guesthouses, along with adventure and wellness experiences offered by participating tourism partners. The campaign includes discounts on overnight stays, guided tours, canyoning experiences, river adventures, wellness retreats and […]
ORIGINS Fashion Festival Celebrates Guyana’s Creative Industries As A Driver Of Culture, Tourism And Economic Growth
ORIGINS: The Guyana Fashion Festival returns for three immersive days, July 3-5, as Guyana’s premier fashion and cultural showcase. This year’s Diamond Jubilee edition themed A Diamond Legacy: Fashioning 60 Years, celebrates Guyana’s 60th year of Independence by bringing together Guyanese designers, diaspora talent, emerging creatives and artisans with international visitors, showcasing fashion as a […]
From Pathways to Investment: Tackling the US$6Billion Food Challenge for the Caribbean
The Caribbean’s food systems challenge is fast evolving into a broader development challenge. Despite decades of policy attention and investment, the region remains one of the most food import-dependent in the world, spending over US$6 billion annually. At the same time, countries continue to grapple with food insecurity, high rates of diet-related non-communicable diseases, climate […]
World Bank Appoints Achim Fock as Division Director for the Caribbean
The World Bank today announced the appointment of Achim Fock as Division Director for the Caribbean. In this role, Mr. Fock will lead the Bank’s strategic engagement and the operational portfolio across Caribbean countries, overseeing lending, analytical and advisory work and trust funds aimed at advancing sustainable and resilient development across the region. Mr. Fock […]
Caribbean Beverage Brand Flamboyant Secures $1.3 Million Investment To Expand Across The Region And Beyond
Caribbean beverage company Flamboyant Water has secured a $1.3 million strategic investment through a joint venture with U.S. ready-to-drink cocktail producer Top Dog Cocktails, positioning the St. Croix-based company for significant expansion throughout the Caribbean and international markets. The investment represents Flamboyant’s first external capital raise since its founding by Modern Caribbean LLC (MOCA) in 2024 […]
From Pathways to Investment: Tackling the US $6 Billion Food Challenge Food The Caribbean
By Kenroy Roach The Caribbean’s food systems challenge is fast evolving into a broader development challenge. Despite decades of policy attention and investment, the region remains one of the most food import-dependent in the world, spending over US$6 billion annually. At the same time, countries continue to grapple with food insecurity, high rates of diet-related […]
MiBelBoat Wins Award at VivaTech 2026 for Connecting the Caribbean Boating Industry
In Paris, amid startups and major tech events, an idea that originated in Martinique has just received national recognition. MiBelBoat was honored on June 17 at VivaTech 2026 as part of France Travail’s first “Challenge Innov’ Outre-Mer.” The startup aims to use artificial intelligence to better connect travelers, water sports operators, and maritime professionals in […]
Death announcement of Deborah Melanie Francis Riviere of Princess/Jeffers Lane, Queens, New York, and a past employee of the Fort Young…
Date of Birth: September 15, 1965 Date of Death: June 6, 2026 She was predeceased by: * Her father, Martin “Gee” Francis * Her son, Jonathan Lester Laville She leaves to mourn: * Her husband, Nigel Riviere * Her four daughters: * Rhonia Francis Segiel * Jannine Vidal Corneiro * Alyssia Vidal […]