At a simple but solemn ceremony characterised by strict adherence to COVID-19 protocols, Prime Minister Dr. the Honourable Keith Christopher Rowley and his Cabinet took their Oaths of Office before Her Excellency Paula-Mae Weekes O.R.T.T., President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago at President’s House this evening.
The Honourable the Chief Justice, Mr Justice Ivor Archie ORTT; the President of the Senate, Senator the Honourable Christine Kangaloo; the Speaker of the House of Representatives, the Honourable Brigid Annisette George and the Chief Secretary of the Tobago House of Assembly, the Honourable Ancil Dennis, were among the witnesses to this afternoon’s proceedings.
Her Excellency was pleased to install the new Government in a building which has occupied such a significant place in our history for well over a century and noted that President’s House has not been the site of a swearing-in of a Prime Minister since 2002, nor of a Cabinet since 2007.
In her address, President Weekes wished the Prime Minister and his Cabinet success in the delivery of their mandate and urged them to get down to the serious business of the good governance of the people of Trinidad and Tobago.
Today, March 20, 2025, marks two years since the inauguration of Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. Here are some photo highlights from her past two years in office: ... See MoreSee Less
#HappeningNow.. today is the 2nd installment of Storytime at the President’s House for 2025 with Their Excellencies Christine Carla Kangaloo ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago and First Gentleman Kerwyn Garcia SC. The students of Malick Girls’s RC Primary School and El Socorro Hindu Primary School are reading Boy Boy and the Magic Drum by Machel Montano. #storytime#youthdevelopment#officeofthepresidentt... See MoreSee Less
On Tuesday March 18, 2025, Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, presided over the Swearing-in Ceremony for the reappointments of Ms Natasha Ashby as a member of the Procurement Board; and Dr. Katija Khan as a member of the Public Service Commission.Ms. Natasha Ashby was first appointed as a member of the Procurement Board in March 2021. She is an Attorney-at-Law with over 23 years post qualification experience and substantive practice in Senior Management and professional roles in the aviation and energy sectors in legal, financial and commercial functions. Ms Ashby provides leadership and guidance on legal, compliance, governance and business issues to corporate and operational functions as well as an internal cadre of attorneys.Having first been appointed in March 2022, Dr. Katija Khan, brought over 20 years’ experience in applying evidence based psychological principles to empower the development of individuals organisations and communities to achieve healthy, adaptive productive and fulfilling functioning. Dr. Khan is a Consultant Clinical Psychologist and Neuropsychologist, clinician, academic, scientist and mental health advocate. Dr. Khan, who holds a Doctorate in Psychology, a Post Graduate Certificate in Research Training from the University of Hull, England, a Post Graduate Certificate in University Teaching and Learning, and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Psychology from the University of the West Indies.Her Excellency, thanked Ms Ashby and Dr. Khan for their continued service to Trinidad and Tobago.#service #TrinidadandTobago #officeofthepresidentt... See MoreSee Less
Her Excellency, Christine Carla Kangaloo, ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago extends condolences to the family, friends and the countless students on the passing of Mr. Glenn de Souza, owner and founder of the Dragon Keylemanjahro School of Arts & Culture.According to the Carnival Institute of Trinidad and Tobago, “Since 1986, Dragon stood tall on the stilts of tradition, reviving the Moko Jumbie art form and using it as a force for change. Through his Keylemanjahro School of Arts & Culture, he steered young people away from crime and towards discipline, pride, and artistry, training over 3,000 bands and crafting costumes from recycled materials.”Glenn ‘Dragon’ de Souza will be remembered for his dedication to the teaching, preserving and celebrating Trinidad and Tobago’s rich culture and traditions. Mr. Glenn de Souza was awarded the Hummingbird Medal Gold in the sphere of culture at the 2024 National Awards Ceremony.May his soul rest in peace. ... See MoreSee Less
His Excellency Kennedy Mpolobe Shepande High Commissioner -designate for the Republic of Zambia to the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, presented his credentials to Her Excellency Christine Carla Kangaloo ORTT, President of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, today, March 18, 2025 at The President's House. His Excellency Kennedy Mpolobe Shepande was accompanied by his spouse, Mrs. Precious Shepande and Third Secretary at the High Commission for the Republic of Zambia to Canada, Ottawa, Mrs. Barbra Musonda.Her Excellency welcomed the High Commissioner to Trinidad and Tobago and wished him every success in his new po#diplomaticrelationst#Zambiaa#TrinidadAndTobagoo#officeofthepresidenttdentt ... See MoreSee Less
