Latest news in Dominica? September 12th, 2026
12-09-2026
Key developments and top news stories reported in Dominica heading into September 12, 2026, include:
- US Migration Agreement Confirmation: Prime Minister Roosevelt Skerrit confirmed that Dominica received and facilitated five Colombian nationals deported under a third-country arrangement with the United States. All five individuals were provided temporary accommodations and services before electing to return home to Colombia, leaving no third-country deportees currently in Dominica. Skerrit noted the agreement allows Dominica to accept between five and seven vetted individuals per quarter. Caribbean National Weekly+ 2
- Roseau North By-Election Results: Ashma McDougall of the ruling Dominica Labour Party (DLP) secured victory in the Roseau North by-election with 1,506 votes, defeating opposition United Workers Party (UWP) candidate Daniel Lugay. Dominica News
- National Housing Handover & Initiatives: The Government of Dominica announced the phased handover of 215 newly built homes and apartment units to families across nine communities, starting with handovers in Canefield East. This follows the rollout of an EC10millionhousingfinancingloanschemeaimedatassistingpublicsectorworkersearningEC45,000 or less annually. Dominica News+ 1
- Upcoming Kalinago Week 2026: Preparations are underway for the annual Kalinago Week, scheduled from September 13 to 19, featuring cultural heritage exhibitions, community health drives, and celebrations of the indigenous Kalinago people. Dominica News
- Agriculture Recognition: Dominican farmer Ephraim Elijah Roberts received regional recognition after being named the OECS Young Farmer of 2026 for contributions to domestic food security and youth-focused agricultural programs. Dominica News