Symbolism and Non-Verbal Communication in African Caribbean Headwear
Community News. For centuries, African women in southern and West African countries have worn head ties that had several different functions. Firstly, it was worn to protect the head from the sun and dust and in some communities; it was an effective means of communication that helped to promote social interaction. The way in which […]
CARICOM meets UK Foreign Minister in London
Caribbean news. FRIDAY JUNE 13, 2014; CARICOM SECRETARIAT, GREATER GEORGETOWN, GUYANA) — The Foreign Ministers of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) and the Foreign Secretary of the United Kingdom (UK) will participate in the Eighth UK-Caribbean Forum on 16-17 June in London. The biennial Forum will aim to strengthen further the special relationship between the […]
Chief Minister of Anguilla Mr Hubert Hughes is in London
Caribbean news. The Chief Minister of Anguilla Mr Hubert Hughes is in London this week to observe the Caribbean Forum. During his visit he will be addressing the members of the APPG on Anguilla at Westminster. We would like to invite all interested parties to attend. The Chief Minister will speak on Constitutional Relations, development assistance […]
Karol Conka: First Lady of Brazilian hip hop
Caribbean news. Karol Conka (born as Karoline dos Santos de Oliveira) hails from the Boqueirão quarter of Curitiba in Paraná state in Brazil. Since her debut with the trailblazing album Batuk Freak (Mr Bongo), the first lady of Brazilian hip hop has been making her mark on the music scene in South America’s most populous […]
UWI doctorate for Sir Ronald Sanders
Caribbean news. The University of the West Indies (UWI) has announced the award of an honorary Doctorate of Letters (DLtt) on outstanding Guyanese/Antiguan scholar, journalist and diplomat Sir Ronald Michael Sanders, 66, KCMG, KCN, AM, in recognition of his long and distinguished service to the Caribbean Region and the wider world. The award, made April […]
Antigua and Barbuda: New Prime Minister takes office
Caribbean new. Gaston Bowne is new Antigua Prime Minister following landslide win for ABLP FRIDAY JUNE 13, 2014; ST. JOHN’S, ANTIGUA – Businessman and former banker, Gaston Browne who enjoys the backing of the business community in Antigua has declared plans to abolish personal income tax, revive both local and foreign investment, re-tool and reinvigorate […]
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Grenada tourism product best in Caribbean for 2014
Caribbean news. ST.GEORGE’S,GRENADA, June 04, 2014 –GIS: In a series of meetings held at Unite Caribbean with some of the UK’s leading tour operators to the Caribbean and to Grenada, the operators provided positive news about the performance of Grenada as a tourism destination and praise for the new Pure Grenada branding. Bookings to the […]
Carnival at Tate Modern
Caribbean news. Add an extra day to playing Mas on Saturday 23rd August 2014 in the afternoon (Timings to be confirmed). Join ELIMU Paddington Arts Mas Band in The Turbine Hall of Tate Modern for Up Hill Down Hall: An Indoor Carnival. We are looking to recruit up to 100 performers, 18+ years old, to make up a Carnival Band, wearing costumes designed by Marlon […]
Pakistan players may have to forgo CPL contracts
West indies cricket news. Many Pakistani players might have to forgo contracts to play in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) this year as the dates of the T20 event clash with the national team’s training camp that will be set up in Lahore for the tour of Sri Lanka in August. The PCB had initially […]