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Celebrating Intercol 2024 Success and Anticipating the Carifta Games

NNP PRESS STATEMENT March 15th, 2024 ST. George’s, Grenada — Congratulations to all the schools, athletes, and teams thatparticipated in Intercol 2024. Your hard work, dedication, and sportsmanship have made this year’s games a resounding success. Congratulations to SAASS for their victory in the boy’s division and SDCSS for leading […]

Cricket

Cricket West Indies Pledges In-Country Ticket Sales for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua- Following discussions during the 46th Regular Meeting of the Conference of Heads of Government of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), Dr. Kishore Shallow, President of Cricket West Indies, affirmed the organization’s commitment to ensuring accessible ticket sales for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. Acknowledging the region’s […]

World News

Millions to benefit from access to justice measures agreed by Commonwealth law ministers

Millions of Commonwealth citizens will benefit from improved people-centred access to justice as law ministers concluded their meeting in Zanzibar with a package of new measures and pledges. The package was shaped by four-day deliberations among ministers, with input from diverse stakeholders, including people with disabilities, civil society representatives and […]

Caribbean News

The 1951 Uprising in Grenada: A Fight for Workers’ Rights Against British Colonial Rule

In the early months of 1951, Grenada became the epicenter of a significant struggle against British colonial rule, marking a pivotal moment in the island’s history. This period of intense conflict, particularly highlighted from February 19th to March 19th, was characterized by a vigorous campaign led by Eric Gairy, aiming […]

Cricket

Cricket West Indies Applauds Saint Kitts and Nevis Government’s Commitment to Cricket Infrastructure Development

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua- Cricket West Indies (CWI) commends the proactive efforts undertaken by the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis to bolster cricket infrastructure within the region. President Dr. Kishore Shallow commended the efforts by the Government and the St. Kitts Cricket Association to develop Conaree Cricket Ground, marking a […]

Local News

Message from the President of Cricket West Indies on International Women’s Day

On this International Women’s Day, Cricket West Indies proudly celebrates the remarkable progress we’ve achieved in championing gender equality and empowerment within our cricketing community. Since assuming office, we have embarked on a transformative journey of inclusivity, recognizing and valuing the exceptional contributions of our female athletes. In the past […]

Cricket

CDB’s BNTF, CDEMA Regional Proposal Writing Workshop Helps Communities Attract Funding for Sustainable Development

February 28, 2024 – BRIDGETOWN, Barbados: The Davy Hill Community Action Group in Montserrat recently launched a US$21,927.00 project funded by the CCRIF SPC – formerly the Caribbean Catastrophe Risk Insurance Facility – to install 10 aquaponics units at the homes of community members and one on the roof of […]

Cricket

Venue changes for the West Indies Championship

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua — Cricket West Indies (CWI) today announced venue changes for the upcoming rounds of the West Indies Championship, due to the unexpected unavailability of the Diego Martin Sports Complex in Trinidad. The changes affect rounds 4, 5, 6, and 7 of the competition, with venues being shifted to […]

Cricket

CG UNITED WOMEN’S SUPER50 CUP AND T20 BLAZE REGIONAL TOURNAMENTS RETURN TO ST. KITTS IN 2024

ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – The best women’s cricketers in the West Indies will be back in action as Cricket West Indies (CWI) returns to St. Kitts for the hosting of the CG United Super50 Cup and the T20 Blaze regional tournaments. The CG United Super50 Cup matches will be played at three venues – Warner Park, the Conaree Cricket […]