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NBD supports two remarkable contestants in the Miss Dominica 2025 Pageant

Roseau, Dominica—The National Bank of Dominica Ltd. (NBD) proudly reaffirms its commitment to culture, youth, and community development by supporting two remarkable contestants in the Miss Dominica 2025 Pageant. At a press conference on Thursday, February 13, 2025, NBD’s Marketing Manager, Michelle Joseph, announced the Bank’s sponsorship of 2025 Carnival Queen contestants Aliyah Jean Jacques and Ruth-Anne Henderson, a move that underscores the institution’s dedication to empowering young leaders and fostering positive change. “This one-of-a-kind engagement reflects our deep commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders and fostering positive change within our community,” Ms. Joseph stated.

Carnival-Themed Topics To Take Centre Stage in Round 2 of Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition

As Mas Dominik 2025 celebrations take off in full swing, the highly anticipated second round of the Inter-Secondary Schools Debating Competition is set to take place this week, featuring six of Dominica’s top debating teams. Five schools that advanced from the first round will be joined by last year’s champions in an intense battle of wit, reasoning, and eloquence—all centered around thought-provoking Carnival-related topics.

Government to Release Nearly $80 million into the Local Economy

Over the next 48 hours, nearly $80 million will be released into the local economy!Prime Minister Hon. Philip J. Pierre and the Cabinet of Ministers have agreed to the terms of the recently concluded trade negotiations between the Government Negotiating Team and the Trade Union Federation for public sector workers.