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23 January, Basseterre, Saint Christopher (St Kitts) and Nevis – Governor of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB), Mr. Timothy N.J. Antoine, describes both the Bank’s 40th anniversary milestone and its accomplishments as “especially gratifying because the past 40 years have been anything but smooth sailing.” Speaking on 19 January at the launch of the 40th Anniversary Celebrations in the Sir Cecil Jacobs Auditorium at the ECCB Headquarters, Governor Antoine pointed out that, “We have endured external economic shocks, hurricanes, volcanoes, recessions and, mostly recently, a pandemic. But here we are, still standing.” The ECCB Governor said that, 40 years…

20 January 2023, Basseterre, Saint Christopher (St Kitts) and Nevis – The Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) launched its year-long 40th Anniversary Celebrations at a ceremony at the Sir Cecil Jacobs Auditorium, ECCB Headquarters, on 19 January. The Honourable Prime Minister of Saint Lucia and Chairman of the ECCB Monetary Council, Philip J Pierre, delivered the Keynote Address and Declaration. In his address, Prime Minister Pierre lauded the ECCB’s achievements in its efforts to serve the people of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU). “Over the past 40 years, the ECCB has continually adapted to the changing needs of its…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 23, 2023 (Ministry of National Security): The Ministry of National Security, St Kitts and Nevis, is inviting applications from suitably qualified candidates for the position of Commissioner of Police in the Royal St Christopher and Nevis Police Force.Responsibilities include management and planning of the Police Force, reporting to the Ministry of National Security and the implementation of a policing plan designed to enhance the safety and security of residents and citizens. The Police Commissioner will also undertake the general administration of the Force, execute the policy directives of the Ministry, oversee and direct the design of…

POTCHEFSTROOM, South Africa- Rwanda handed the West Indies Rising Stars a shocking 4-wicket loss in their first Super6 match at the JB Marks Oval in Potchefstroom. Head Coach was proud of his team despite the loss saying “It’s a tough pill to swallow but the growth and development of this team has been our focus. As a batting group we can learn from the loss today and we will go back to analyze how we play against slower bowlers. I still believe in these players, and I know they will develop into better players.” Liburd added, “We still have one…

EAST LONDON, South Africa- South Africa Women took a 44-run victory over the West Indies Women to earn their first points of the Tri-Nations Women’s T20 International Series at Buffalo Park in East London. Shamilia Connell had a top all-round performance for the West Indies Women, finishing with bowling figures of 3-0-17-2 then contributed 15 from 11 with the bat. After the match, Connell told CWI Media “I’ve been working and preparing very hard over the last few months and it’s very pleasing to be able to execute my all-round game for the team. I’ve been working on my death-bowling…

Belize City, Thursday, 19 January 2023 (CRFM)—The Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism (CRFM) has a new fisheries assessment scientist on its technical team. Dr. Pranaya Kumar Parida, who holds a Ph.D. in Fisheries Resource Management from India with more than 18 years of experience in Fisheries Research, Teaching and Extension, was recruited to assume a three-year tenure with the CRFM through the longstanding Cooperation Programme between the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Government of India.Dr. Parida will assist the CRFM and its Member States with fisheries assessment studies, statistical analyses of commercially exploited marine fish stocks, as well as the formulation…

BASSETERRE, St. Kitts, January 20, 2023 (SKNIS) –Speaking at the Launch of ECCB’s (Eastern Caribbean Central Bank) at the ECCB Sir Cecil Jacob Auditorium on January 19, Governor of the ECCB, Timothy N. J. Antoine said that the EC dollar remains strong with a foreign reserves backing of 91 percent. “Forty years on our foreign reserves have grown from under EC$150 million to over EC$5 billion. Bank deposits have risen from EC$1 billion to over EC$24 billion; and our staff complement has increased from 55 to 272 with representation from every member country,” Governor Antoine said. “This evening, I confirm…

Basseterre, St. Kitts, January 20, 2023 (SKNIS): Hundreds of children and proud parents from the Basseterre area, as well as track and field lovers, filled the Kim Collins Athletic Stadium on Thursday, January 19, 2023, for the return of the Department of Sports Public Primary Schools Zonal Championships. It was the first time the event was staged since the COVID-19 pandemic. Thursday’s meet, sponsored by the Bank of Nevis Ltd, was contested by student-athletes from the Beach Allen, Irishtown, Tucker Clarke and Dr. William Connor primary schools. Minister of Sports, the Honourable Samal Duggins, attended the event and commented on the…