Waste & Skills: Salisbury MP Jesma Paul-Victor says garbage collection is failing residents due to too few trucks and inconsistent operations, calling for more resources and workforce training for emerging industries. Farm Roads & Climate Resilience: She also urges a full programme to rehabilitate Salisbury farm access roads with proper engineering, drainage, slope stabilisation, durable surfacing and routine maintenance to protect perishable harvests. Youth Leadership & Tech Literacy: I Have A Right Foundation wrapped up its Girlhood Summer Leadership Bootcamp, mixing wellbeing, first aid, leadership and digital citizenship, including responsible technology use and AI awareness. Citizenship Policy: Dominica will introduce “citizenship through a grandparent” from 1 Jan 2027 under a National Population Renewal and Global Dominican Engagement Programme aimed at growing the resident population and closing skills gaps. Geothermal Power Milestone: Dominica’s 10-MW geothermal plant has entered commercial operations, boosting renewable electricity supply and strengthening the island’s energy future. Regional Health Tech: REACH launched a new webinar series on adolescent health, starting with mental health stigma reduction. Fintech in the Caribbean: Finovate Global Caribbean highlights digital banking upgrades like Belize Bank’s partnership to modernise onboarding and lending with AI. Crypto Sanctions Watch: US OFAC sanctioned Iran-linked crypto exchanges and networks, including Shelbit, as part of a broader crackdown on illicit finance.