The Electoral Commission of the Commonwealth of Dominica has announced a temporary suspension of voter registration activities, effective immediately. This pause follows the enactment of the Registration of Electors Act in March 2025, which rendered the previous registration framework obsolete. The Commission is now focused on developing and implementing a new, fully compliant system to modernize the electoral process. Key steps include designing updated registration forms, training registration officers, and transitioning to an electronic registration platform. To facilitate this transition, the Commission has partnered with Consortium, SEMLEX International / Genkey Solutions, tasked with building the new software. The team is diligently working to ensure the system meets all legal requirements and functions effectively. The Commission acknowledges the urgency of resuming voter registration and is collaborating closely with the consortium to expedite the process. A progress update is scheduled for December 2025, where the public will be informed of developments and the anticipated timeline for resuming registration. The Commission has expressed gratitude for the public’s patience and understanding as these critical enhancements are made to ensure a secure, efficient, and transparent electoral process.
STATEMENT: Temporary suspension of voter registration pending completion of new registration system
