Roseau, Dominica – August 20, 2025. In a simple yet moving ceremony held at the Auditorium of the University of the West Indies (UWI), eleven young Students from the Commonwealth of Dominica were awarded scholarships to pursue studies in Cuba.
The event was presided over by the Ambassador of Cuba to Dominica, Miguel Fraga, and the Acting Minister of Education, Human Resource Planning, Vocational Training and National Excellence, Hon. Fenella Wenham-Sheppard, who expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Government and people of Cuba for their permanent solidarity and constant support to education in Dominica. Also in attendance were the Ambassador of Venezuela, relatives of the selected students, representatives of the Cuban Medical Brigade, and members of the press.
Among the scholarship recipients are nine undergraduate and two postgraduate students, who will study in key areas such as Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Dentistry.
In his remarks, Ambassador Fraga highlighted that educational cooperation between Dominica and Cuba is historic, beginning in 1979—prior even to the formal establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations—demonstrating the depth and strength of the ties between the two nations. He also noted that more than 400 Dominican students have graduated from Cuban institutions, significantly contributing to the country’s development.
For her part, Acting Minister Wenham-Sheppard encouraged the awardees to make the most of this opportunity for personal and professional growth, and to return home ready to contribute to the advancement of Dominica.
The ceremony concluded with the official presentation of the scholarship documents to each student. The awardees, visibly moved, expressed their gratitude and commitment to their homeland.
The event was broadcast live by several media outlets through social networks, allowing the public across Dominica to follow the proceedings in real time.
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