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2025 Cuban Scholarship recipients. Photo credit: DBS Radio<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Cuban Government has awarded eleven (11) students with scholarships to pursue studies in Cuba.<\/p>\n

A special award ceremony was held at the University of the West Indies (UWI) auditorium in Bath Estate this week.<\/p>\n

Cuban Ambassador to Dominica, His Excellency Miguel Manuel Fraga Gonzalez said that the educational cooperation between Cuba and Dominica is historic, going back to 1979, before forming bilateral diplomatic relations.\u00a0 \u201cOver 400 Dominican students have graduated from Cuba, more than 400, from Cuban institutions in raising their own lives and contributing to their nation’s development,\u201d he said. \u201cSome may wonder how two small nations, both with limited resources, can achieve so much together. The answer lies in our shared solidarity.\u201d<\/p>\n

He continued, \u201cEleven\u00a0new students are joining that legacy. Future graduates who, thanks to their dedication and effort, will return as qualified professionals.\u00a0We gathered together today to formally present them with the official documentation, recognizing them as recipients of the scholarship to pursue\u00a0their university studies in Cuba.\u201d<\/p>\n

According to him, among the students, six will become doctors. A statement by the Cuban embassy also confirmed that the\u00a0nine undergraduate and two postgraduate students will study in key areas such including Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Dentistry.<\/p>\n

In the meantime, Acting Minister for Education, Fenella Wenham-Sheppard, said the Dominican government is steadfast in its commitment to demolishing the barriers to higher education due to financial constraints.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we continue to look at education reform, both here and abroad, it is clear that partnerships like this one we share with Cuba remind us of the power of access, equity, and opportunity in shaping strong societies,\u201d she stated. \u201cThese scholarships are far more than financial aid.\u00a0 They are part of a broader vision \u00a0to build a more educated, \u00a0equitable, \u00a0and empowered society.\u201d<\/p>\n

Wenham-Sheppard\u00a0urged the scholarship awardees to\u00a0embrace this journey with discipline, \u00a0humility, \u00a0and gratitude.<\/p>\n

\u201cRemember that this scholarship is more than a personal achievement.\u00a0 It is a call to service,\u201d she stated.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The Cuban Government has awarded eleven (11) students with scholarships to pursue studies in Cuba. A special award ceremony was held at the University of the West Indies (UWI) auditorium in Bath Estate this week. 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