Oil Down is indeed the national dish of Grenada, a small island country in the Caribbean. It is a flavorful one-pot dish that is often prepared for special occasions and social gatherings. Oil Down is a hearty combination of breadfruit, salted meat (such as salted beef, salted fish, or salted […]
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Prime Minister pays visit to Consulate office in Toronto
Prime Minister, Honourable Dickon Mitchell and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Economic Development, Hon. Joseph Andall paid a visit the Office of the Consulate of Grenada in Toronto, Canada yesterday. The delegation had the privilege of meeting with Ms. Dawne Francois, Honorary Consul, Consulate General of Grenada; and the […]
Territorial Board Franchise squads confirmed for Interim 3-month period
Franchises complete 15-member squads to prepare for the upcoming CG United Super50 Cup ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) hosted the Professional Cricketers draft last Thursday for the Territorial Board Franchises. Each Franchise drafted five players to complete their 15-member squads for an interim three (3) month period ahead of the 2023 CG […]
WIPA Congratulates Stafanie Taylor on 150th OD
KINGSTON, JAMAICA – The West Indies Players’ Association (WIPA) expresses whole-heartedcongratulations to Stafanie Taylor on making her 150th One Day International (ODI) appearance inthe match between West Indies Women and Ireland Women in St Lucia on Wednesday, June 28,2023. Stafanie Roxann Taylor O.D., long-standing standard-bearer for West Indies Women’s team, […]
West Indies name squad for Test camp ahead of India Series
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) Men’s Selection Panel today named the squad for the preparation camp ahead of the start of the two-match Cycle Pure Agarbathi Test Series against India in the Caribbean. Jayden Seales will return to West Indies training following his rehabilitation. The fast bowler last […]
The Wisdom of Dr. Francis Alexis Must Guide Us Toward reparatory Justice and republicanism
By Arley Salimbi Gill On Tuesday, May 23, 2023, the Grenada National Reparations Committee held its third annual reparations lecture. The theme for this year’s lecture was— “Republicanism in the Age of Reparations’’. The keynote speaker for the event was the Honourable Dr. Francis Alexis. Dr. Alexis is known locally, […]
Kevin Sinclair to replace Yannic Cariah at ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup Qualifier
ST. JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) today announced that Kevin Sinclair has been named as the injury replacement for Yannic Cariah in the 15-member squad for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 Qualifier tournament, being played in Zimbabwe. Cariah, the leg-spinner and left-handed batsman, had surgery on a nasal fracture last week after getting hit in the […]
The Decline of the great West Indies Cricket team
The decline of West Indies cricket can be traced back to the early 2000s when the team began to struggle in both Tests and limited-overs cricket. The lack of consistent performances and the inability to produce quality players led to a decline in the team’s ranking, and by the mid-2010s, […]
Places to Visit in Grenada
Grand Anse Beach Grand Anse Beach is a beautiful white sand beach located on the southwestern coast of Grenada, a Caribbean island nation. It is considered one of the most popular and picturesque beaches in Grenada, known for its crystal-clear turquoise waters and spectacular sunsets. The beach is approximately two […]
Carriacou and its rich Culture
Carriacou is a small island in the Grenada Grenadines, located in the Eastern Caribbean. Carriacou has a rich cultural heritage, including a vibrant music scene. The music of Carriacou is heavily influenced by African, European, and indigenous Caribbean rhythms. One of the most popular musical genres in Carriacou is Big […]
A Short History of Grenada Carnival
Grenada carnival, also known as Spicemas, has a rich history that dates back over a century. The carnival originated as a way for the island’s African slaves to celebrate their emancipation in 1834, and it has since evolved into a vibrant, two-week-long celebration of music, dance, and culture. During the […]
Grenada Citizen By Investment (CBI) Program
The Grenada Citizenship by Investment Program (CBI) is a legally established program that allows foreign individuals and their families to obtain Grenadian citizenship in exchange for a significant investment in the country’s economy. The program was launched in 2013 and has become a popular option for high net worth individuals […]
How the United States Used the Caribbean during the Cold War
During the Cold War, the United States utilized the Caribbean region for a variety of purposes in its global struggle against the Soviet Union. The Caribbean became a key strategic location for the U.S. due to its proximity to Cuba, which was a communist ally of the Soviet Union, and […]
West Indies Women’s provisional squad named for 1st and 2nd CG United ODIs against Ireland
GROS ISLET, St. Lucia – Cricket West Indies (CWI) Women’s Selection Panel today announcedthe West Indies Women’s provisional squad for the first and second CG United One Day Internationals (ODIs) against Ireland Women, to be played at the Daren Sammy Cricket Ground on 26 and 28 June. The provisional squad includes some exciting new talent, with […]
Yannic Cariah undergoes surgical procedure in Zimbabwe
HARARE, Zimbabwe – West Indies allrounder Yannic Cariah underwent a surgical procedure to repair a fracture to his nose. The leg-spinner and left-handed batter suffered a nasal fracture when he was struck in the face during a training session last Saturday while preparing for the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup […]
