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  • WIOC pays tribute to longtime dealer McMillan Jno-Baptiste following his passing

    WIOC pays tribute to longtime dealer McMillan Jno-Baptiste following his passing

    The West Indies Oil Company Limited (WIOC) is mourning the loss of one of its most storied partners, veteran Dominican entrepreneur McMillan Jno-Baptiste, who passed away recently, leaving behind a decades-long legacy of dedicated service to the people of Dominica.

    As the owner of two McMillan Service Stations across the island nation, Jno-Baptiste held the distinction of operating the longest-standing active dealership in WIOC’s entire retail network, which spans both Antigua and Barbuda and the Commonwealth of Dominica. His professional ties to the regional energy firm date back to 1972, marking a partnership that stretched across more than 50 years of consistent, community-focused operation.

    In an official statement released Wednesday, WIOC extended its deepest condolences to Jno-Baptiste’s family, friends and loved ones on behalf of the company’s board of directors, executive leadership and all staff. Over the course of his half-century career, Jno-Baptiste built a reputation for unwavering commitment to customer care that earned him widespread admiration across multiple generations of Dominicans, turning his name into a household staple across the country. “Quite simply, Mr. Mac put the service in his service stations,” the company’s tribute reads.

    WIOC Chief Executive Officer Gregory F. Georges expanded on Jno-Baptiste’s impact, noting that his legacy reaches far beyond the boundaries of the petroleum retail sector. Georges described the late businessman as a man defined by core values of unshakable integrity, quiet resilience, genuine humility and consistent generosity, emphasizing that the thriving business he built, the local community he lifted up, and the countless lives he touched will ensure his memory endures for decades to come.

    Georges also shared a personal reflection on a meeting he held with Jno-Baptiste just five weeks before the entrepreneur’s death. The pair spent their time swapping stories about Jno-Baptiste’s childhood in the capital city of Roseau, and his school years at the Roseau Boys School, where he attended classes alongside Georges’ own father and uncle. Georges recalled the conversation as a warm, joyful exchange filled with enthusiasm, laughter and cherished shared memories that he will hold close.

    Closing the tribute, Georges offered heartfelt sympathies on behalf of the entire WIOC community, saying that the company is holding Jno-Baptiste’s family in prayer as they navigate this period of grief, asking for strength and peace to comfort them in their loss.

  • Patient Dies Hours After Ceiling Fan Falls on Him in India

    Patient Dies Hours After Ceiling Fan Falls on Him in India

    In a tragic incident that has raised serious questions about infrastructure safety at Indian public health facilities, a 42-year-old patient has died less than three hours after an unsecured ceiling fan plummeted onto his hospital bed in New Delhi, India. The fatal event unfolded on Saturday evening at Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, one of the capital’s largest public medical centers, where the patient, identified as Mohammad Akbar, was undergoing treatment for multiple pre-existing serious health conditions.

    Local law enforcement officials confirmed that the collapse occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m. inside the hospital’s emergency ward, where Akbar was being cared for hypertension, meningoencephalitis, and aspiration pneumonia. Eyewitness accounts from other patients and medical staff on the ward describe a sudden, unexpected failure: the ceiling fan abruptly tore free from its mounting and crashed directly onto Akbar’s bed. A nursing officer who was attending to Akbar at the time of the collapse also sustained minor injuries in the accident.

    Official hospital records list Akbar’s time of death at 12:16 a.m. on Sunday, just under three hours after the fan fell. Notably, the hospital’s issued death certificate cites Akbar’s underlying pre-existing illnesses as the official cause of death. A senior hospital administration official acknowledged that the ceiling fan collapse did occur, but pushed back against claims that the incident contributed to the patient’s death. The official added that Akbar was already admitted with severe respiratory complications when he arrived at the facility, and maintained that his passing was solely the result of his underlying poor health.

    However, Akbar’s family has rejected the hospital’s account, arguing that the preventable accident exposes systemic safety and maintenance failures at the public facility. They are now calling for a transparent, independent investigation to determine whether institutional negligence contributed to the death, and are demanding accountability for what they call an avoidable tragedy.

  • WIOC CEO Pays Tribute to Longtime Dealer McMillan Jno-Baptiste

    WIOC CEO Pays Tribute to Longtime Dealer McMillan Jno-Baptiste

    ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA — The West Indies Oil Company (WIOC) is mourning the loss of one of its most enduring and beloved industry partners, veteran Dominican businessman McMillan Jno-Baptiste, who died after more than five decades of continuous partnership with the regional energy firm.

    Widely known affectionately to peers, customers and community members as “McMillan” or simply “Mr. Mac,” Jno-Baptiste first joined the WIOC network of retail dealers back in 1972, marking the start of a 51-year association that stands unmatched across the company’s operations spanning Antigua and Barbuda and the Commonwealth of Dominica. His retail outlet holds the distinction of being the longest continuously operating dealership in WIOC’s entire retail network.

    In an official memorial statement released this week, WIOC officials emphasized that Jno-Baptiste grew to become a household name across Dominica, where his consistent dedication to prioritizing customer needs built him a reputation that earned respect across multiple generations of local residents.

    “Mr. Jno-Baptiste will be remembered as an exemplary businessman whose unwavering commitment to serving the people of Dominica earned him the admiration and respect of generations. Quite simply, Mr. Mac put the service in his service stations,” the company’s statement reads.

    WIOC Chief Executive Officer Gregory F. Georges expanded on the far-reaching impact of Jno-Baptiste’s life and career, noting that his legacy extends far beyond the bounds of the petroleum sector. “As I reflect on his remarkable life, we honor not only his outstanding contributions to the petroleum industry but also the integrity, resilience, humility, and generosity that defined his character,” Georges explained. “His legacy will continue to live on through the business he built, the community he served, and the many lives he touched throughout his extraordinary journey.”

    Georges also shared a personal, heartfelt memory of his last interaction with Jno-Baptiste, which took place just five weeks before the businessman’s passing at his private residence. During the meeting, the pair reflected on Jno-Baptiste’s childhood in Dominica’s capital Roseau, where he attended the Roseau Boys’ School alongside Georges’ own father and uncle. Georges recalled that the conversation was steeped in joy and nostalgia, with Jno-Baptiste speaking with characteristic enthusiasm about the decades-long friendship he shared with Georges’ family members.

    “He spoke with such enthusiasm, reflecting fondly on the lifelong friendship they shared. It was a conversation filled with warmth, laughter, and treasured memories,” Georges said.

    Closing the statement, Georges extended formal condolences from the entire WIOC team to Jno-Baptiste’s surviving family and close loved ones, offering prayers for comfort and resilience as they navigate their period of grief.

  • Contour Airlines announces new direct flights between Dominica and Trinidad

    Contour Airlines announces new direct flights between Dominica and Trinidad

    Regional air carrier Contour Airlines has unveiled a major expansion of its Caribbean route network, with plans to launch a new twice-weekly non-stop air service linking Douglas-Charles Airport in Dominica and Piarco International Airport in Port of Spain, the capital of Trinidad and Tobago. According to an official company press statement, the new route is scheduled to commence operations on October 5, 2026, filling a gap in direct air connectivity between two popular Eastern Caribbean travel and commerce hubs.

    Beyond the core non-stop service, Contour Airlines will also add one-stop same-plane connections between Port of Spain and two major Caribbean transit points: Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and Cyril E. King Airport in St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands. This expanded linking structure is designed to open up more flexible travel options for passengers coming from North America and other regional points, creating a more interconnected travel ecosystem across the Eastern Caribbean.

    Ben Munson, President of Contour Airlines, emphasized the strategic logic behind the network expansion in his comments on the announcement. “We are excited to continue growing our presence in the Caribbean with this new non-stop link between Dominica and Trinidad & Tobago,” Munson stated. “This route strengthens cross-regional connectivity by cutting travel time and simplifying trips for local residents, business operators, and international visitors alike. No matter if passengers are traveling for professional meetings, family visits, or a leisure getaway, they will get access to a fast, comfortable, and dependable travel option that helps build closer economic and tourism ties between these two dynamic island destinations.”

    The announcement has received widespread endorsement from government officials in Dominica, who frame the new route as a significant win for the island nation’s tourism sector. Denise Charles-Pemberton, Dominica’s Minister of Tourism, called the new service a transformative upgrade for travelers moving between the two island markets. “This direct jet service to Trinidad elevates the entire visitor experience by delivering greater comfort, faster travel times, and more reliable schedules compared to previous connecting options,” Charles-Pemberton explained.

    She further noted that Trinidad and Tobago stands as one of the most important source markets for Dominica’s tourism industry, highlighting that the new route will unlock new visitor segments including nature adventure seekers and cultural festival attendees. The minister pointed out that Trinidadian travelers will now have far easier access to Dominica’s world-renowned natural attractions, including its ancient rainforests, premier birdwatching sites, mountain hiking trails, pristine dive spots, and growing wellness tourism offerings. Additionally, Charles-Pemberton emphasized that the service will restore convenient transfer connections through Piarco International Airport, giving travelers from Dominica access to a wider range of onward international routes.

    All flights on the new route will be operated using Contour Airlines’ fleet of modern 30-seat regional jets, which the carrier has outfitted with passenger-focused amenities including extra legroom for all seats, complimentary onboard snack service, and full inflight customer care to ensure a comfortable travel experience for all passengers.

  • Government invests $18 million in cost-of-living relief measures

    Government invests $18 million in cost-of-living relief measures

    The Caribbean nation of Grenada has launched a targeted, multi-faceted Cost of Living Assistance Programme to shield local households, small businesses, and the broader national economy from the sharp upward swing in global food and energy prices that has strained budgets across the world in recent months.

    This wide-ranging relief initiative is crafted specifically to counteract international inflationary pressures that have spilled over into Grenada’s domestic market: these include heightened fuel tariffs, bloated global shipping costs, and persistent supply chain disruptions that have been worsened by ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

    While unveiling the programme, Minister of Finance Dennis Cornwall stressed that the inflation driving cost increases across the country is not homegrown, but imported from global markets. “While we cannot control international markets, we can act responsibly to help reduce the impact on our people,” Cornwall explained during the official announcement.

    The initiative is projected to deliver direct support to more than 38,000 households spread across Grenada, Carriacou and Petite Martinique. It is structured to deliver immediate targeted relief while upholding the government’s longstanding pledge to maintain fiscal stability, with the total cost of the programme estimated at roughly 18 million Eastern Caribbean dollars.

    Among the core, long-term measures is the extension of existing price caps on four key energy products: gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and liquefied petroleum gas cylinders. These price ceilings will remain in place through December 2026 to prevent sudden cost spikes for consumers. Additional key relief provisions include:
    1. Full VAT elimination on electricity bills for all consumer categories, running from August 2025 through December 2026
    2. A full waiver of customs service charges on diesel imported for power generation, a move designed to cut wholesale production costs that translate to lower electricity bills for end users
    3. An increase to direct monthly electricity subsidies, raising the maximum payment from EC$10 to EC$50, alongside a major expansion of eligibility to cover households that use up to 200 kilowatt-hours per month, up from the previous threshold of 99 kilowatt-hours
    4. Two VAT-free shopping days per month from August through October 2026, covering essential goods including groceries, school supplies, hardware, and home appliances

    Cornwall emphasized that the government’s ability to roll out this substantial relief package stems from years of disciplined fiscal management. “We can provide meaningful relief today because of prudent fiscal stewardship over recent years. We are taking care of our people today while preserving the country’s long-term sustainability. That is responsible governance,” he said.

    In closing, the government of Grenada reaffirmed its commitment to upholding the principles of good governance, fiscal responsibility, and economic stability to protect the livelihoods of all citizens across all three of the nation’s main islands.

  • First Responders Strengthen Skills in Mental Health Crisis Management

    First Responders Strengthen Skills in Mental Health Crisis Management

    Frontline public safety and emergency responders in Antigua and Barbuda have completed a targeted four-day training program focused on crisis management and de-escalation for mental health emergencies, a joint initiative between the country’s Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs and the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).

    Held between July 14 and 17, 2026, at the Antigua and Barbuda Port Authority Conference Room, the training gathered participants from across six key first responder and public safety agencies. Trainees included representatives from the Antigua and Barbuda Police Force, Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force, His Majesty’s Prison, the National Office of Disaster Services (NODS), the Office of National Drug and Money Laundering Control Policy (ONDCP), and the Antigua and Barbuda Fire Service.

    Unlike generic emergency response training, the program centered on delivering evidence-based, practical skills tailored specifically to interactions with people experiencing acute mental health crises. Trainees learned evidence-based frameworks to conduct safe on-site assessments, communicate effectively with individuals in distress, and de-escalate tense situations before they escalate to harm. The curriculum also addressed critical systemic and social barriers to quality mental health response, including sessions on reducing widespread stigma around mental illness, upholding the human rights of people living with mental health conditions, and building stronger cross-agency coordination for emergency responses. As the most frequent first point of contact for mental health crises, these frontline teams are now better positioned to deliver appropriate, compassionate support.

    This initiative is part of the Antigua and Barbuda government’s longstanding, ongoing commitment to upgrading the country’s national mental health care system. Leadership from the Ministry emphasized that training first responders fills a critical gap in local emergency infrastructure: equipping frontline staff to handle mental health crises effectively not only improves outcomes for people in distress, but also protects the safety of both responders and the broader community.

    Through targeted investments in upskilling frontline emergency personnel, Antigua and Barbuda is continuing to strengthen its national mental health response framework and improve long-term outcomes for the thousands of residents living with mental health conditions across the twin islands.

    In closing statements following the training, the Ministry of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs publicly thanked PAHO for its sustained partnership and technical expertise in advancing local mental health initiatives. The Ministry also extended gratitude to all participating agencies and individual trainees for dedicating time and effort to building their capacity in this high-priority, life-saving area of public safety.

  • CDB approves US$232,000 grant to boost financing capacity across Caribbean

    CDB approves US$232,000 grant to boost financing capacity across Caribbean

    The Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) has greenlit a $232,000 grant allocation through its 11th Special Development Fund (SDF) programme, as confirmed in an official press release from the institution. The funding is designated to reinforce Development Finance Institutions (DFIs) operating across CDB’s Borrowing Member Countries, backing a targeted technical assistance project focused on expanding regional DFIs’ capacity to fund high-priority sustainable development initiatives, ranging from small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and renewable energy infrastructure to climate resilience projects.

    Under this initiative, participating DFIs will gain access to four specialized professional training modules, alongside a cloud-based digital platform built to streamline and standardize SME credit scoring and risk rating evaluations. The training curriculum covers core priority areas: SME credit risk management, agricultural and renewable energy project financing, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) compliance and standards, and climate and sustainability-focused finance. The digital tool, called the eSMART credit assessment platform, is designed to help institutions make more informed, consistent lending decisions.

    CDB leadership emphasized that infusing capital into regional economies alone is not sufficient to drive long-term, inclusive growth. Strong, capable local institutions are a foundational requirement to ensure financing reaches the businesses and sectors that deliver the most meaningful developmental impact. “Lending capital alone is not enough to transform economies,” noted Dr. Isaac Solomon, CDB Vice President of Operations. “Strong institutions are essential to ensuring that finance reaches the businesses and sectors that will have the greatest development impact. This initiative will equip Development Finance Institutions with the technical expertise and digital tools needed to strengthen lending decisions, support innovation, and expand financing for enterprises that contribute to resilient and inclusive growth across the Caribbean.”

    The project addresses a well-documented gap in Caribbean economic ecosystems: DFIs are uniquely positioned to serve SMEs and emerging priority sectors that traditional commercial banks often overlook, due to perceived higher risk or smaller return on investment. By upgrading DFIs’ technical and digital capacity, the initiative will improve participating institutions’ ability to evaluate credit risk, structure feasible financing packages for climate and renewable energy projects, embed ESG criteria into core lending practices, and mobilize greater volumes of capital for sustainable development across the region.

    The programme will be executed in collaboration with Caribbean Information and Credit Rating Services Limited (CariCRIS), blending local regional expertise with guidance from globally recognized training providers to deliver instruction tailored specifically to the unique economic and social context of Caribbean nations. Lisa Harding, CDB Division Chief for the Private Sector, echoed the bank’s commitment to inclusive growth, noting that “The Caribbean’s economic transformation will be driven by entrepreneurs, but enabled by strong institutions. Development Finance Institutions play a pivotal role in unlocking investment for businesses that generate jobs, foster innovation, and build resilience. By strengthening their capacity, CDB is helping to create a more dynamic, inclusive, and sustainable private sector across the Region.”

    Per the CDB’s press release, the programme is projected to benefit a minimum of 11 regional DFIs, and will deliver specialized training to more than 300 finance professionals via a multi-session online course format. Beyond its immediate capacity-building goals, the initiative aligns with the core objectives of CDB’s 2026-2035 Strategic Plan, which prioritizes institutional strengthening, accelerated climate action, regional digital transformation, and improved economic and environmental resilience across all Caribbean member states.

  • International experts must conduct investigations into MV Barima tragedy- FGM Leader

    International experts must conduct investigations into MV Barima tragedy- FGM Leader

    On Wednesday, 22 July 2026, senior opposition figures in Guyana have called for sweeping independent investigations into a marine safety incident, pushing the ruling administration to meet the country’s binding legal obligations under International Maritime Organisation (IMO) regulations and address longstanding gaps in the nation’s riverine transportation safety system.

    Speaking at an opposition news conference hosted at the We Invest in Nationhood (WIN) party office, Amanza Walton-Desir — leader of the Forward Guyana Movement (FGM), a former legal counsel with both the Ministry of Public Works and the Guyana Civil Aviation Authority, and ex-member of the People’s National Congress Reform (PNCR) — laid out a two-pronged plan for accountability. She stressed that Guyana is legally required to conduct a full marine safety investigation equivalent to probes carried out following aviation accidents, and that urgent action is critical to preserve critical evidence required under the IMO’s Safety of Life at Sea Convention.

    Walton-Desir argued that the current government lacks the technical capacity and public trust to lead the probe itself, and urged the administration to follow through on its own rhetoric of engaging international partners. “It is my strong recommendation that this government call on our international partners, as the president so loves to say. I think calling on them now is appropriate to lend to Guyana the particular technical expertise that will be needed here,” she said, noting that specialized technical teams from the United States and Canada would likely respond positively to a request for support.

    Beyond the mandatory IMO-compliant investigation, Walton-Desir called for a separate public Commission of Inquiry, and insisted that no panel members can have any formal affiliation with the ruling People’s Progressive Party Civic (PPPC) administration. She explained that the opposition and general public do not trust the current government to conduct an impartial probe, and an independent inquiry would rebuild public confidence while laying clear groundwork for any potential criminal proceedings that may emerge from the investigation.

    The news conference was billed as a joint opposition event, but the PNCR-led A Partnership for National Unity (APNU) declined to attend. WIN executive member Tabita Sarabo-Halley declined to comment on the specific reason for APNU’s absence.

    Interim Leader of the Alliance For Change (AFC) and former Minister of Public Infrastructure David Patterson expanded on the opposition’s demands, tying the incident to systemic safety failures enacted by the current PPPC administration. Patterson called for the full maintenance, inspection, dry docking, and certification records for the MV Barima, the vessel at the center of the incident, to be turned over immediately to the independent international investigators.

    He outlined a broad set of long-term reforms to fix Guyana’s failing passenger ferry system, including immediate mandatory seaworthiness inspections for all vessels in the country’s passenger fleet to confirm they are fit for the routes they operate; urgent upgrades to outdated docking infrastructure; implementation of a secure, transparent digital ticketing system to curb unregulated travel; and a targeted program to replace aging, unsafe vessels with modern ferries served by upgraded terminal facilities.

    “This is not about one vessel. It’s about public safety, accountability, and the rights of citizens in the riverine and hinterland communities to travel with confidence. Our people, the people, deserve answers, and they deserve a transportation system that is safe, and properly managed,” Patterson said.

    Patterson also accused the PPPC administration of deliberately dismantling an independent oversight system created by the previous APNU+AFC government to crack down on unrecorded travel and unsafe operational practices. Under the previous system, independent inspectors hired directly by the Ministry of Public Infrastructure verified that passenger counts, cargo loads, fuel stores, and all other operational activities were properly documented and accounted for, addressing a longstanding issue of un-ticketed travel that often occurred with the collusion of vessel staff. Patterson confirmed the PPPC administration removed all of these inspectors after taking office and never replaced the oversight program with an equivalent system. He added that if the inspection regime had remained in place, it could have prevented the unsafe loading practices and operational failures that led to the current incident.

  • Woman Dies Two Months After Sugar Ridge Golf Cart Crash

    Woman Dies Two Months After Sugar Ridge Golf Cart Crash

    Nearly two months after sustaining life-threatening injuries in a high-impact collision at Antigua’s popular Sugar Ridge Resort, 40-year-old Joanna “JoJo” Carlisle has passed away, her family confirmed in an official public statement this week. Carlisle had been held in a critical but stable condition in the weeks following the May incident, which unfolded when a passenger car struck the golf cart she was operating from behind.

    In the immediate aftermath of the crash, Carlisle’s loved ones moved quickly to launch a community-driven crowdfunding campaign on the GoFundMe platform. Their initial goal was to raise €200,000, equivalent to more than EC$615,000, to cover the cost of transferring Carlisle to a specialized medical facility in Poland, where she could access cutting-edge advanced treatment that was not available locally.

    When announcing Carlisle’s death on Tuesday, the family took the opportunity to extend heartfelt gratitude to the hundreds of community members, friends, and even strangers who stepped up to support their family. “The overwhelming outpouring of kindness, donations, thoughtful messages, and continuous prayers has been a tremendous source of strength for our entire family through this unimaginable ordeal,” the statement read.

    Alongside their thanks, the family announced a critical shift in the purpose of the ongoing fundraising effort. With medical treatment no longer needed, every dollar raised through the campaign will now be allocated entirely to supporting Carlisle’s minor children, covering their educational costs and building long-term financial security to protect their future.

    “Our greatest goal now is to give these children the best possible start in life and a lasting sense of security for all the years ahead. Today, this mission stands as the most beautiful way to honor the memory of their beloved mother,” the family added.

    As of the statement’s release, official law enforcement investigations into the specific circumstances and causes of the May collision remain ongoing, with no further updates on preliminary findings released to the public.

  • Dominica names three-athlete team for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

    Dominica names three-athlete team for Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games

    Commonwealth Sport Dominica has unveiled a six-person squad that will carry the country’s hopes at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, scheduled to run from July 23 to August 2 in Glasgow, Scotland. The delegation splits evenly between three elite athletes and three supporting sports officials, with competitors set to contest events across two core sports: athletics and swimming, according to an official press statement from the national sporting body.

    Headlining the team is Thea LaFond-Gadson, the most decorated Commonwealth Games athlete in Dominica’s history, who will compete in the women’s triple jump. The Olympic and Commonwealth medalist will make history at this edition of the Games by becoming the first Dominican woman to compete at three consecutive Commonwealth Games. She has also been selected to carry Dominica’s flag at the event’s Opening Ceremony, and enters the competition targeting a third consecutive medal, adding to the two Commonwealth medals she already holds. Overall, Dominica has won three total medals in Commonwealth Games history, two of which come from LaFond-Gadson.

    Joining LaFond-Gadson in athletics is Dennick Luke, who will compete in the men’s 400-meter hurdles. Luke is also set to etch his name into Dominica’s sporting history books as the first athlete from the country to contest this specific event at the Commonwealth Games. He arrives in Glasgow in strong form, wrapping up an impressive 2026 competitive season that saw him set a new national record in the 400-meter hurdles.

    Completing the roster of competing athletes is Jasmine Schofield, who will represent Dominica in swimming. Like her teammates, Schofield is a trailblazer for her country: she will be the first Dominican woman to compete in swimming at the Commonwealth Games. She earned her spot on the team after a standout performance at the 2026 Pan American Championships, where she qualified for five event finals. Schofield is no stranger to major Commonwealth sporting moments, having previously served as a baton bearer during the international King’s Baton Relay.

    Supporting the three athletes on their journey to Glasgow are three experienced officials: Aaron Gadson, the athletics team official; Shaminey Walsh-Dupuis, the swimming team official; and Chester Letang, who will take on the role of Chef de Mission for the delegation.

    Billy Doctrove, president of Commonwealth Sport Dominica, says he remains confident in the team’s potential despite its small size. “While the team is small, it is comprised of athletes who regularly compete on the international stage, and the selected athletes are of very high caliber,” Doctrove said in a statement. “We are hopeful for multiple finals appearances and podium finishes as they proudly represent Dominica at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games.”

    The announcement caps a period of preparation for the delegation, and builds on Dominica’s decades-long history of participation in the quadrennial multi-sport event, with the 2026 squad set to push the island nation to new sporting heights.