Today, members of the Tipper Truckers Association (TTA) in Dominica have initiated a protest in Canefield, raising concerns over the lack of employment opportunities. The truckers allege that foreign companies and workers are favoured for jobs, leaving many local truckers without work. This protest highlights a growing dissatisfaction with how contracts, particularly in large construction projects, are being awarded.
The TTA claims that several major infrastructure projects, such as road repairs and construction, are dominated by foreign firms, which often bring in their own workers. Despite multiple attempts to negotiate and secure employment for local truckers, their concerns have gone largely unaddressed. The lack of job opportunities has been exacerbated by rising costs of living, including fuel, vehicle maintenance, and inflation.
The truckers are staging a peaceful protest by parking their vehicles along the roadside, disrupting traffic in the area. The protest will continue until authorities address their demands for fair access to contracts and work opportunities. Local police are present to manage the situation, and reports indicate that the demonstration has so far remained peaceful, although some tension has arisen from confrontations with authorities.
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The truckers need to understand that the DLP government is working on long-term solutions, not just quick fixes. It’s disappointing to see the UWP jump in and fan the flames, as usual. This protest is unnecessary, and it’s only hurting ordinary citizens trying to go about their day. The police are doing what needs to be done to protect the community.
You’re right, but at the same time, shouldn’t we invest in training our own people? It’s about giving them a fair chance first.
Enough with this nonsense! The police are right to control this, and the DLP has been nothing but fair. UWP is just looking for drama.
Blocking roads isn’t the answer, my brothers. This just makes harder for the poor Dominican. All now so I still stuck in Mahaut. Sometimes who we do things just not making any sense. Anyways AC on, and watching a Netflick Series.
I get that they’re frustrated, but peaceful protest or not, blocking the roads isn’t ideal. The authorities are more likely to respond if they’re approached with negotiations instead of disruptions. We need to find a way to open dialogue between these truckers and the government so we can avoid these kinds of situations affecting everyone else.
This is typical UWP behavior—causing division and chaos just to gain attention. The DLP government has been working tirelessly on infrastructure, and these truckers should be ashamed of themselves for disrupting the peace. The police are doing the right thing by stepping in. We can’t let these protests hold back progress!
This protest is clearly politically motivated, with the UWP using these truckers to create instability. The DLP government has consistently worked for the benefit of all Dominicans, and these roadblocks are just a setback. I commend the police for keeping things peaceful. The UWP needs to stop exploiting these situations for their own agenda.
The DLP government has always prioritized development, and these protests are just a distraction orchestrated by the UWP. We need stability, not roadblocks. Kudos to the police for managing this situation as best as they can.
I fully support the Tipper Truckers Association. This is not a UWP plot. There’s a recurring theme in Dominica where locals are bypassed for foreign workers, and it’s hurting our communities. If we keep letting this happen, we’re going to lose our chance to grow the local workforce and economy. It’s time for the government to take real action and put Dominicans first.
Proud of these truckers for standing up! It’s not easy to raise your voice, especially when you’re up against powerful interests. Keep it peaceful and strong—we need to keep our issues visible!