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Sheena Rose is now two for two as her first two self-made, self-designed dresses make a splash in the fashion world.

created these two dresses, teaching myself how to make clothes. I am ready to dive into the fashion world

Her first design and piece, was worn in the United Kingdom by British personality Miquita Oliver. This happened fairly quietly considering the huge achievement in the grand scheme of things. Oliver wore the Sheena Rose design in the United Kingdom to the British Fashion Awards hosted by the British Fashion Council.

Oliver said that how she came to own the design was very much a thing of fate almost and therefore, she promised Rose that whenever she donned the dress it would be for a huge night which would garner her much attention.

And she definitely delivered on her promise.

It was no comfort to a fool.

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Olive captioned a photo of herself in the pink ensemble at the BFAs saying:

“This dress was something SPECIAL.I discovered it in Barbados whilst filming with my mother for our new tv show that is COMING SOON!! for the BBC.The artist was called @sheenaroseinc and she had never made a dress before.I promised her I’d wear it to something Big and special and I DID. It was a complete honour to support a young caribbean woman and on the day BARBADOS GAINED INDEPENDENCE!!! and take her creation to #britishfashionawardsWe got @make_nu to do what they do and make it all nice and tight in the right places.And I worked with my babylove @charlotte__roberts on the night who managed to find emerald diamond earrings from our new friend Daryl at GRAYS ANTIQUES. YES DARYL.And I got to spend the night with my best friend lily. And Grimmy and meeesh ?”

Then this month, Sheena wrote her name once more on Barbados’ history pages capturing the an award for Culture at the Barbados Labour Party (BLP) 83rd Annual Conference. On October 20, she shared the big news – “The Prime Minister @mamottley and the National Council @culturebarbados nominated me for an award for Culture!!!!! Of course I accept it and I am so so sooo HONORED!!!!!!!”

Sheena walked the red carpet at the Annual Conference last weekend while wearing her own design.

On Instagram, she posted a collage photo of herself and Miquita. She captioned it: “On the right @miquitaoliver at the British Fashion Council, The Fashion Award Show and I on the right holding my award for Culture at the BLP 83rd Annual Conference!!! I am proud that I created these two dresses, teaching myself how to make clothes. I am ready to dive into the fashion world and design world. Watch me now!”

At the Annual Conference, Rose was enveloped in a big hug by Prime Minister Mia Amor Mottley and congratulated by guest, St Vincent and the Grenadines’ Prime Minister Dr Ralph Gonsalves.

Sheena Rose’s company, Sheena Rose Inc turned three last month, September 2022.

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Basseterre, St. Kitts, October 27, 2022 (MOA Media & Communication Unit) — The Inter-American Institute for Cooperation on Agriculture (IICA) Delegation held its Accountability Seminar 2022 at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort on Thursday, 27th October.  

During the seminar, Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, Marine Resources and Cooperatives St. Kitts, Miguel Flemming delivered remarks on behalf of the Minister of Agriculture et al, the Honourable Samal Duggins and used the opportunity to share his hopes of strengthening the partnership between IICA and the Ministry. 

He said, “The government of St. Kitts-Nevis is on the verge of transforming Agriculture, as this is clear with the recently completed growth strategy from 2022-2031. It is safe to say that we can’t achieve this transformation alone, and we look forward to working with IICA and other allied institutions, farmers, fishers and cooperatives, and public and private partners to get us there.” 

Mr. Flemming made further remarks to highlight the impact of IICA’S presence in the federation and spoke of the newfound realization of the agricultural sector’s importance during times of crisis. 

“It is no secret that our food import bill is high, and with the recent COVID-19 challenges, everyone looked to Agriculture to be our savior. An assessment was done to see how long we would be able to survive with our current livestock, crop produce and fish…The government responded by creating a stimulus package which was somewhat unorganized but we saw an increase in production then, now we are back to normal. IICA stepped in and sponsored rabbits which were donated to households for security due to the proliferated manner of rabbits and the recent rabbit festival was a testimony of that support that we had at the St. Kitts Eco Park. We must no longer wait for things like these to happen but must always think about the worst case scenario. A country in crisis will hold on to its food and when this happens we will suffer. The time is now for us to work together and address the underlying issues of Agriculture…St. Kitts and Nevis is ready to feed itself and ensure food and nutrition security for everybody. We can’t have a country where only the importing class makes money”, the Acting PS stated. 

Meanwhile, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Agriculture on Nevis, Huey Sergeant also gave brief remarks that focused on IICA’s support to the nation’s food producers.

He said “ we are very grateful to our allied agencies in this case IICA their presence and tangible support are invaluable to our sector in kind contributions as well as efforts of capacity building for farmers, agro processors, other primary producers as well as staff at the departments. We are very grateful once again and we in turn must be responsible and accountable…this accountability exercise is integral in any work program as it offers the opportunity to reflect on our actions whether it be for learning or for success.” 

Mr. Sergeant ended his presentation by insisting that we “let our farmers be our special interest”, noting that “when farmers fail, we all fall but when farmers win, we all rise.”  

IICA Technical Specialist in St Kitts and Nevis, Ms. Sharon Jones, IICA Representative in the Eastern Caribbean States, Mr. Gregg C.E. Rawlins, farmers and other stakeholders were also present at the seminar. 

As part of the agenda, the IICA Delegation used the opportunity to celebrate its 30th anniversary in St. Kitts and Nevis and pledged to continue providing unwavering support to the federation in efforts to transform the agricultural sector. 

The forum wrapped up with stakeholder discussions which immediately followed the presentations. 

Jeanelle Kelly, Quarantine Officer in the Department of Agriculture chaired the ceremony. 

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Antigua Airways is preparing to operate its first commercial air service between Nigeria and Antigua and Barbuda. According to the company, its inaugural flight will take off today from Murtala Muhammed International Airport (LOS) in Lagos and land tomorrow, the Caribbean country’s Independence Day, at V. C. Bird International Airport (ANU), which serves the capital city, Saint John.

The flight will be operated by the Boeing 767-300ER with manufacturer’s serial number (MSN) 33048 and registration CS-TSU. The aircraft is owned by EuroAtlantic Airways, a Lisbon-based company specialising in the marketing of charter flights and the provision of ACMI services (leasing of aircraft, crew, maintenance and insurance) for other operators. It has an interior configuration of 16 seats in Business Class and 251 seats in Economy.

EuroAtlantic Airways Boeing 767-300ER with Portuguese registration CS-TSU. The aircraft will operate for Antigua Airways. Photo: EuroAtlantic Airways.

The aircraft made its maiden flight in October 2002. From December that year and until April 2018, it operated for Hainan Airlines. It was then taken over by EuroAtlantic Airways.

Controversy over the launch of Antigua Airways

Last July, Antigua and Barbuda had announced the creation of a new airline based in the country. According to the national government, the new company would be financed by «an unidentified group of wealthy African investors» interested in opening up new air routes and trade opportunities between Africa and the Caribbean.

Gaston Browne, Antigua and Barbuda’s prime minister, had confirmed the signing of the first agreements with Nigerian investors. He was optimistic that the airline would begin operations later this year. Other officials also highlighted the opportunities for growth and expansion that Antigua Airways could bring to the country.

However, the first controversies arose from that very moment in the public debate. Opposition party leaders called the promise «illusory». They pointed to Air Peace’s unrealised plans to establish direct flights between Nigeria and Antigua and Barbuda as an example.

In early October, Browne announced that Antigua Airways would be partially capitalised with funds from the state’s Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP), which grants Antiguan citizenship to foreign investors who contribute significantly to the country’s socio-economic development.

In addition, he said his administration would seek a commercial agreement with Antigua and Barbuda-based airline LIAT to boost air connectivity. The company, which offers scheduled inter-island air services in the Caribbean, is facing liquidity problems and is undergoing a rescue process.

According to the government, Marvelous Mike Press Ltd. would be the main investor in the new airline. Asked about the company’s previous experience in the airline industry, the prime minister remarked that it would lease an aircraft with crew.

In fact, the government of Antigua and Barbuda highlights that model of operation in defending the decision to allow Antigua Airways to offer flights from West Africa. The administration stresses that only the necessary financial resources are required to hire the aircraft and the necessary staff to operate. EuroAtlantic Airways will be the provider of that service.

Initially, Antigua Airways would offer three weekly connections between Saint John (ANU), Lagos (LOS), Accra (ACC) and Toronto (YYZ), according to the company itself.

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