Dominica Tribune

The Dominica Tribune was an important newspaper publication in Dominica, operating from 1924 to 1951. It played an influential role in shaping public opinion during a crucial period of Dominica’s political and social development. It was founded by Cecil Edgar Alan Rawle, one of Dominica’s foremost legal and political figures, who used the publication to promote social reform, labour rights, and local governance reform.

Dominica Tribune: Advocacy and Reform

The Dominica Tribune covered significant events like the Bayfront Strike and debates surrounding the West Indies Conference, providing a voice for Dominicans during the island’s push for independence. This publication also highlighted the need for regional cooperation and social equality, central themes during Rawle’s leadership.

Through this newspaper, Rawle and his contemporaries fostered a sense of unity and national identity, encouraging Dominicans to support reforms that would lead to greater autonomy from British colonial rule. The Dominica Tribune was instrumental in advocating for women’s voting rights, labor movements, and the establishment of the Dominica Representative Government Association.