Dominica Signs PAHO/WHO Multi-Country Cooperation Strategy 2026–2031, Reaffirming Commitment to Resilient and EquitableHealth Systems
The Government of the Commonwealth of Dominica has officially signed the PAHO/WHO Multi-Country Cooperation Strategy (MCCS) 2026–2031 for Barbados and the Eastern Caribbean, marking a significant milestone in regional health collaboration and reaffirming Dominica’s commitment to strengthening its health system through solidarity, equity, and resilience. The MCCS 2026–2031 provides a medium-term strategic framework for advancing health and development across Antigua and Barbud
Dominica Strengthens Laboratory Capacity Following Launch ofLandmark Pandemic Preparedness Initiative
The Ministry of Health, Wellness and Social Services, last week, marked the official handover of essential laboratory equipment and supplies to the National Laboratory, procured through the Pandemic Fund and the Fleming Fund, further strengthening Dominica’s capacity for disease surveillance, diagnosis, and emergency response. The donated items, valued at approximately eighty-five thousand dollars (US$85,000), were procured by the Pan American Health Organization/World Health
Ministry of Labour Launches Minimum Wage Hotline to SupportImplementation of Minimum Wage Order 2025
The Ministry of Labour, Public Service Reform, Social Partnership, Entrepreneurship and Small Business Development has launched a Minimum Wage Hotline to support the effective implementation of the Minimum Wage Order 2025, which came into effect on December 1, 2025. The hotline is intended to provide workers and employers with direct access to accurate information regarding minimum wage requirements across all applicable sectors. As part of the Government’s commitment to fair
