The Dominica Solid Waste Management Corporation (DSWMC) has significantly enhanced its operational capacity with the acquisition of two new garbage trucks, provided through funding from the Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica. This delivery represents a major advancement in the nation’s public sanitation infrastructure, bringing the total number of new vehicles received by the corporation to eight within a mere six-month period.
Official statements from the DSWMC hailed the government’s investment as a decisive measure to address pressing community needs, projecting a substantial elevation in the quality and reliability of waste collection services across the island. The corporation reaffirmed its foundational mission, stating, “We are committed to a cleaner, greener Dominica.”
The expansion of the fleet was formally recognized during a handover ceremony in November 2025. DSWMC General Manager Florian Mitchell addressed attendees, presenting a holistic vision for effective waste management that extends beyond government provision of resources. Mitchell emphasized that while modern trucks are essential tools, the long-term success of sanitation efforts is fundamentally dependent on the active participation of all stakeholders.
From a residential perspective, Mitchell explained that waste is an inevitable byproduct of consumption, placing a critical responsibility on citizens to manage their refuse properly. “We as residents have a critical role in storing the waste that we generate,” he stated. He elaborated that operational efficiency requires public adherence to protocols, including sorting waste at its source, separating different types of materials, and strictly following designated collection schedules.
Mitchell further highlighted the indispensable role of commercial entities, urging businesses to integrate sustainable waste disposal practices into their daily operations. This collective approach, combining governmental investment with civic and corporate responsibility, is positioned as the cornerstone of Dominica’s strategy for achieving a more sustainable and environmentally sound future.