Jean-Philippe Kalala Omotunde est décédé

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L’enseignant- chercheur Jean-Philippe Kalala Omotunde est décédé d’un AVC (accident vasculaire cérébral) . Les hommages affluent de l’Afrique et des Antilles.

Jean-Philippe Kalala Omotunde est décédé en Guadeloupe hier (13 novembre) à la suite d’un AVC (accident vasculaire cérébral). 

Né Jean-Philippe Corvo, il est diplômé de l’École de publicité de Paris 1. Chercheur en histoire, spécialiste des sciences et mathématiques africaines et des humanités classiques africaines, il était également enseignant à l’institut Africamaat de Paris et chargé de mission auprès de l’Unesco.

Il a rejeté son prénom occidental pour affirmer ses racines africaines, en choisissant de se faire appeler Nioussérê Kalala Omotunde. Nioussérê d’origine égyptienne, comme le berceau du savoir selon ses thèses, et Kalala, comme l’organe traditionnel de résolution de problèmes du Congo.

Fervant partisan de la mise en valeur des cultures africaines, il a poussé ses travaux de recherches sur les civilisations du continent noir. 

Il animait la rubrique Focus sur la chaîne tv Canal 10.

Il a fait une apparition dans un évènement de l’UNESCO intitulé ” La semaine africaine “, le 22 mai 2017, sur le thème ” Investir dans la jeunesse africaine par le biais des mathématiques “2,3,4,5,6.

 

Des hommages du monde entier

 

La nouvelle de sa mort a vite fait le tour de la toile et de nombreux hommages de personnalités africaines et antillaises ont salué sa mémoire sur les réseaux sociaux

 

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Scores of commuters left stranded as taxi operators pull service Loop Jamaica

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“A number of commuters in and around downtown Kingston say they have been left stranded as strike action by scores of transport operators begins to take effect.

The operators on Sunday afternoon voted to support a move to withdraw their services islandwide for three days, starting Monday, after the Government failed to grant a traffic ticket amnesty as requested.

The Transport Operators Development Sustainable Services (TODSS) held a meeting at Half-Way-Tree Primary School and 99 per cent of the attendees voted to go ahead with the withdrawal of their service.

And hours after that decision commuters say they are seeing the effects.

“I have been standing here from morning and yet to get any form of transportation,” said one female security guard in the Parade area of downtown, Kingston.

She was not alone.

“Because of the transport operators pulling their service my son returned home because he was unable to get transportation,” said another commuter.

And with some taxi operators deciding to pull their service, the police say they receiving reports that those operators who wish to work are being targeted by criminal elements.

There have been reports of loader men pulling passengers from vehicles of those taxi operators who have decided to work.

Police sources said two men were held in connection with the mentioned practice.

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TGI Fridays reopens with new look and feel Loop Jamaica

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Popular Kingston-based restaurant TGI Fridays has reopened with a new design, which the investors hope will provide even better dining experiences for its guests.

The eatery that opened at its Hope Road location in 2004 — the only TGI Fridays in Jamaica so far–closed for refurbishing for over a month.

The proprietors have promised that the new look will bring fresh energy, describing the new restaurant design as “contemporary, authentic, comfortable and inviting”.

TGI Fridays said its spectacular bar and high-quality design elements and finishes differentiate it from other casual dining restaurants.

According to CEO of Prestige Holdings Limited, Simon Hardy, “this investment is a reflection of our confidence in the Jamaican economy and strength of the TGI Fridays brand as we continue to elevate casual dining in Jamaica – starting with Kingston”.

Meanwhile, Vice President of TGIF, Kerri Hosein-Khan shared that “TGI Fridays has always been the place to go for great food and a good time with friends and family no matter the occasion”.

The company is also promising “exciting new food and beverage options with exceptional service.”

When asked about the cost of the refurbishing, the proprietors remained tight-lipped.

“One of the most important aspects of the reimage of TGI Fridays is ensuring that we represent the country’s brand and culture. As such, we currently have upwards of 50 employees, who are all Jamaican”, the company said in a response to questions from Loop News.

“We hire the best in class, and coming out of the pandemic, we have a lot of young people looking for jobs. We are currently hiring to fill vacancies as we head back to full dine-in operations”, the company stated.

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Woman dies after falling off motorcycle

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19 YEAR OLD DIED IN FATAL ACCIDENT

The traffic department is continuing investigations into a traffic accident on All Saints Road that resulted the death of 19 year old Annika Lawrence of Grays Farm.

The allegations are that Annika was a passenger on a motorcycle driven by a 28 year old male of Bendals traveling from East to West along All Saints Road when the driver reportedly lost control of the vehicle. Both the driver and passenger fell from the vehicle and were seriously injured.

They were both transported to the hospital and she was pronounced dead around 1:32am on Monday.

The incident occoured shortly after 11pm Sunday night.

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ABS: 22 year-old Annika Lawrence of Gray’s Farm has died after falling off a motorbike last night.

The incident occurred minutes after 11:00pm on the All Saints Road in the vicinity of the Belmont Clinic.

She reportedly fell off, when the driver lost control.

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Two children’s homes to get free costumes for 2023 Carnival

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HELPING HANDS: Children’s band leader Rosalind Gabriel, centre, with First Citizens members, from left, Lorraine Ramjit, Bernard Shephed, the bank’s head of Brand and Marketing Gillian Benjamin and Avril Edwards on Sunday at Gabriel’s mas camp in Woodbrook. Photo by Roger Jacob

ROSALIND Gabriel Carnival Productions Ltd with First Citizens will gift free costumes to two Children homes for the Junior Carnival parade in 2023.

These homes include the Couva Children’s Home and Crisis Nursery and the Rainbow Rescue Children’s Home.

Additionally, with the help of Blue Waters, 50 children from the Little Loving Village Foundation in Morvant /Laventille will also join Gabriel’s mas band in next year’s parade.

On Sunday, the band launched its 2023 theme “National Treasures” which celebrates the return of Carnival after a two year hiatus owing to covid19 restrictions.

In her address, at the mas camp O’ Connor Street, Woodbrook, Gabriel said this initiative will give children a chance to enjoy the culture.

The band’s 2023 depiction will tell a story of the influence by the people, places, art and culture of TT over the past 30 years.

“Nothing makes me happier than when I am dreaming up a band, plotting the story, plotting the character in the story, especially if it’s a true story.

“The story is one of strength, which shapes our lives in many ways. It is filled with pillars that guide us in every step of how to live in harmony with each other and the environment, making us and shaping us into better people.

Gillian Benjamin, head brand and marketing and director of First Citizen Foundation said, “We believe in building communities. And what better way to do so than through investments in our culture and in our young people.”

In 2020, hundreds of children paraded the streets in First Citizen’s exhibition band. Next year will be the first time First Citizen, through Rosalind Gabriel Carnival Productions Ltd, will take part in Junior Carnival on a competitive level.

“We at First Citizen are therefore particularly please that each costume offers a unique opportunity through which our children can ‘play ah mas’ that will be fascinating and fun, yet educational and historically-rich.

“To ensure that Carnival 2023 is as special for them as it is for us, we are delighted to gift them with costumes at no cost to the home or children.

“This is the kind of meaningful impact that First Citizen always seeks to create through carefully selected initiatives…”

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Saint Lucians Urged To Get the Facts, Reject Diabetes Myths – St. Lucia Times News

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Health, Wellness, and Elderly Affairs Minister Moses Jn Baptiste has underscored the value of education in the fight against Diabetes and has urged the people of Saint Lucia to reject myths regarding the disease.

“As a nation, we must ensure that we turn away from the myths which surround the cause and treatment of Diabetes and embrace evidence-based facts,” Jn Baptiste asserted.

His comments came in a statement on Monday marking World Diabetes Day 2022.

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The Saint Lucia Health Minister noted that too many times, Diabetics refuse care because of a lack of knowledge of what is happening in their bodies.

And Jn Baptiste observed that knowing about Diabetes and how to manage daily could be the difference between life and death.

According to the Vieux Fort North MP, Diabetes has consistently been among the four leading causes of death in Saint Lucia over the past decade.

However, he explained that essential medicines for Diabetics are available in Saint Lucia without payment of out-of-pocket cost.

Jn Baptiste also pointed to the free availability of nutritional counselling, diabetic retinopathy screening, foot care, and health education at wellness centres.

In addition, he disclosed that his Ministry is currently embarking on a pilot project to make lab testing at no cost for Diabetics and hypertensive patients.

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Route du Rhum: Kéni Piperol et Captain Alternance repartiront de La Corogne

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Après un départ sur des chapeaux de roues, le bateau du skipper guadeloupéen Kéni Piperol a été victime d’une avarie. Actuellement en réparation à la Corogne, il pourrait reprendre la mer dès ce mercredi 16 novembre.

Auteur d’un excellent début de course chez les class 40, pointant en pole position pendant plusieurs heures, Kéni Piperol entamait sa première Route du Rhum de la meilleure des manières.

 

Malheureusement, trois jours après le départ, le skipper Guadeloupéen était victime d’une avarie majeure sur son Class40 Captain Alternance, l’obligeant à se dérouter vers La Corogne en Espagne.

 

L’intéressé explique que lors de l’avarie, il “était dans sa course, dans sa bulle, il naviguait proprement et en soignant ses manœuvres” C’est en entendant un bruit suspect qu’il a constaté qu’il y avait de l’eau qui rentrait dans le bateau, qu’il manquait de la mousse à l’avant à tribord et que la peau intérieure commençait à se découper tout au long du bouchain”

Des réparations conséquentes

Arrivé à La Corogne ce dimanche (13 novembre), le bateau a immédiatement été expertisé par les équipes de Lalou Multi dépêchées sur zone.

Fabienne Roucayrol, gérante du chantier Lalou Multi, explique que  “cette avarie est certainement due à la concomitance de deux évènements distincts. Le bateau avait tapé une bouée lors de son convoyage vers Saint-Malo. Lors de la réparation, il est possible qu’une fissure n’ait pas été identifiée. Après inspection du bateau à La Corogne, il apparait clairement qu’un choc est à l’origine de cette délamination sur une surface d’environ 2m².”

Le soutien des partenaires

Yves Hinnekint, président de l’association WALT a tenu à réaffirmer son soutien à Kéni Piperol et toute son équipe : ” C’est dans ces moments difficiles que nous reconnaissons les vrais champions et Keni en est un. Ces talents de marin et de sportif nous ont permis de vivre un départ enthousiasmant où toutes ses compétences ont été à l’œuvre pour devenir le premier skipper guadeloupéen à être en tête de sa catégorie après 24 heures de course. La voile est avant tout un sport mécanique et sans cette avarie nous sommes certains que Keni aurait atteint ses objectifs. Nous sommes fiers du chemin parcouru ensemble et serons là pour l’accueillir en Guadeloupe.” 

 

Rendez-vous en Guadeloupe

Forcément déçu de de voir mettre de côté la compétition, Kéni reste motivé comme jamais pour poursuivre sa Route du Rhum et amener son Captain Alternance en Guadeloupe

” Il ne m’est jamais venu à l’esprit que je ne repartirai pas ” confie t-il. Sur ses réseaux sociaux, le skipper guadeloupéen en a profité pour remercier tous ses supporters et partenaires en leur donnant rendez-vous en Guadeloupe sur la ligne d’arrivée.

 

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Senior Citizens in Stapleton Treated by Police

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Basseterre, St. Kitts, November 11, 2022 (RSCNPF): The senior citizens in the Stapleton area who are included in the Stapleton Police Senior Service were treated as part of an initiative for the Month of Older Persons.

Although celebrated in October, the Officers at the Stapleton Police Station only recently wrapped up their efforts with the delivery of a food hamper and a fruit basket to two residents in their district. Previously, eight others had their feet cared for by Soul-2-Sole and Nails by Rhonda who were brought in to assist in that area. Included in this year’s commemorative activities was the newest member of the Senior Service, 101-year-old Edmond Davis.

Sergeant with responsibility for the Stapleton Police Station, Sergeant Charmaine Audain, explained that while the Officers were brainstorming about activities they could undertake they reflected on the success of their Mother’s Day efforts.

“We tried to think about how we could show our love and appreciation for our elderly and I remembered on Mother’s Day, you know, how they enjoyed the foot care, the pedicure and stuff like that. So, I touched base with most of the family members and caretakers and persons really engaged us. One of the elderly persons had her feet done recently, so we blessed her with a fruit basket and another specifically requested a food hamper so we gave her what she asked for,” Sergeant Audain.

Officers at the Stapleton Police Station launched the Stapleton Police Senior Service in 2020 as part of their outreach initiatives when Officers had observed during their patrols that some elderly persons in the area lived alone. The Police Officers regularly stop by to check in on the individuals and sometimes assist them with errands. They decided to launch a service to help some of the most senior residents in their district whether they lived alone or not.

“We just want to let them know that we are here and that we are not just only popping-in and just saying ‘hi’ and stuff like that. We just want to give back to let them know that they are a part of us. They are a part of our foundation. They are a part of our roots. They’re the reason why we are here today and we want to celebrate with them also,” added the Sergeant. “I want to thank those in the community who assisted. Also, Retired Police Officer Sylvia Dabrio. She continues to assist us and donate to the elderly. Also, to the staff for their little contribution here and there. So, all and all, it’s about sharing the love and letting them know that we love them and we appreciate them.”

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Honorarium approved for SWMC frontline workers

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BASSETERRE, St Kitts, 11th November, 2022 – Fifty workers at the Solid Waste Management Corporation (SWMC) were approved to receive an honorarium in the amount of Two Thousand Eastern Caribbean Dollars ($2000XCD) on Friday 11th November,2022.

Minister responsible for SWMC, Hon. Dr. Joyelle Clarke said she is thankful that the process has been completed which now allows for the 50 workers to be compensated for their invaluable services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

During previous meetings with the staff of the Corporation, Minister Dr. Clarke assured the workers that their concerns related to their services during the pandemic were valid and would be addressed.

The paid workers include litter wardens, drivers and loaders whose jobs included collection and disposal of waste from residences and government-run facilities that housed persons infected with COVID-19 or who were in quarantine.

The Cabinet recently approved the payment of an honorarium to qualifying persons deemed Frontline Workers.

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