A Nation’s House, A People’s Journey: 150 Years of The President’s House and 50 Years of the Presidency

In 2026, Trinidad and Tobago commemorates a historic convergence of milestones—the 150th anniversary of The President’s House and the 50th anniversary of the Presidency and of the Republic. Together, these milestones offer a unique opportunity to reflect on our...

Courtesy Call: Chairman and General Manager of the Trinidad and Tobago Cancer Society

On Tuesday, September 29, 2026, Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, received a courtesy call from Chairman of the Trinidad and Tobago Cancer Society (TTCS), Ms. Ariana Krishinghee, and General Manager,...

Speech by Her Excellency at “Celebrating 50 in Steel – Our Music. Our Nation. Our Moments” Steelpan Concert

Ladies and gentlemen, fellow citizens of Trinidad and Tobago, good evening. Before we begin, there is a loss our nation must acknowledge. Today, Trinidad and Tobago and the wider Caribbean learned, with profound sorrow, of the death of Slinger Francisco, the Mighty...

Celebrating 50 in Steel – Thank You!

From the rhythms of steel to the voices and sounds that have shaped generations, Sunday, September 27 2026 brought Trinidad and Tobago together to celebrate Republic Day and 50 years of the Presidency through the music we know, love and remember. Held under the...

Her Excellency Pays Tribute to Slinger “The Mighty Sparrow” Francisco

Calypso King of the World, Slinger “the Mighty Sparrow” Francisco, was one of the most influential figures in the history of calypso and one of the most distinctive voices to emerge from Trinidad and Tobago. Following his passing on Sunday, 27 September 2026, at the...

The National Awards Ceremony 2026

On Republic Day, Thursday, September 24, 2026, Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, hosted the 57th National Awards Ceremony at the Winifred Atwell Auditorium, Queen’s Hall and conferred national awards...

Message on the occasion of Republic Day 2026

Fellow citizens, Fifty years ago, Trinidad and Tobago took another decisive step in its journey of self-determination. In becoming a Republic, we affirmed our confidence in our ability to order our own affairs, shape our own institutions and assume full responsibility...

Condolences on the Passing of Dr. Mansoor Ibrahim

Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, extends sincere condolences to the family, friends, and the wider Muslim community on the passing of Dr. Mansoor Ibrahim, former Head of the Anjuman Sunnat ul Jamaat...

Celebrating 50 in Steel

Two Milestones. One Extraordinary Evening. The Office of the President is commemorating two significant milestones in our nation’s history: the 150th Anniversary of The President’s House and the 50th Anniversary of Trinidad and Tobago as a Republic. As part of these...

Farewell Courtesy Call: High Commissioner for India

His Excellency Dr. Pradeep Singh Rajpurohit, High Commissioner for the Republic of India to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, paid a farewell courtesy call on Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago on...

Ten Days of History and Heritage at The President’s House

From August 17-21 and 24-28, hundreds of visitors from across the nation had the opportunity to experience the history and heritage of The President’s House. It was a pleasure to welcome so many families, friends, students and members of the national community. The...