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TTT Evening News - Tuesday November 19th 2024

Minister of Finance, Colm Imbert says if Trinidad and Tobago wants to maintain its success and relevance in this fragile climate, we must embrace digital change and give sustainability top priority. The Finance Minister spoke at day 2 of the ICATT’s 15th Annual International Finance and Accounting Conference at the Hyatt Regency.

There is no backlog of applications for the registration of drugs in Trinidad and Tobago. The assurance comes from Health Minister Terrence Deyalsingh while speaking in the Lower House on Friday. He pointed to issues from applicants where certain documents were not received, and said it had nothing to do with a lack of resources to approve the requests.

The Northern Range is home to countless sites and features that abound in beauty. While some are well-traversed and have been checked off many an itinerary list, others are left reserved for the locals and the select few who are in the know. Valencia is home to a considerable number of these, and Khary Roberts is again on the trail, for this instalment of 'Right Here'.

TTT Evening News - Tuesday November 19th 2024

In a significant development for the healthcare sector, the Minister of Health and prominent medical research stakeholders shared their latest findings during the 5th National Health Research Conference. The event occurred on Friday at the Hyatt Regency, highlighting how artificial intelligence reshapes various aspects of healthcare and medical research.

Minister of Sport and Community Development Shamfa Cudjoe-Lewis was the feature speaker at the Let's Learn Golf Tobago Cycle 7 Awards Ceremony and it was most fitting as she has a unique connection to the sport. We have more in this report from Wayne Cunningham.

Criminologist and Attorney at Law, Dr Wendell Wallace will lead a 5 member Police Service Commission. The members took their oaths of office at President's House on Friday.

The marathon—a symbol of perseverance, unity, and national pride—is making a grand return to Trinidad and Tobago in 2025. The event, spearheaded by the BAFA Sports Foundation, promises to inspire active lifestyles, promote wellness, and showcase the spirit of Trinidad and Tobago.

Artiste Andre Nelson joins our host Rawkus on set to perform his latest hit.

With over 393 member organisations in more than 170 countries, The Association For International Sport for All (TAFISA) aims to create a better world through sport for all, and physical activity. The Ministry of Sport and Community Development shares this vision and, with TAFISA, launched certified leadership courses for sport leaders and practitioners. Highlights from the Launch of this Programme makes this Feel Good Moment.

Corporate Social Responsibility is a concept which is taken very seriously by many organisations, including Musical Instruments of Trinidad and Tobago Company Limited (MITTCO). In this week's See Yourself, MITTCO Managing Director, Akua Leith, tells Jason John how the company progressively seeks to improve society through people and the creation of jobs while sharing the unique culture of Trinidad and Tobago.

The University of Trinidad and Tobago has partnered with Netball Trinidad and Tobago to give National netballers a psychological edge. The two organisations recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at enhancing the mental skills of players through specialised sport psychology programmes. Naasira Mohammed tells us more.

The West Indies and Bangladesh square off tomorrow in Antigua in the first of two Test Matches with the second match carded for Jamaica from November 30th. Despite a winning record at home, the Men in Maroon are cognizant of a dangerous Bangladesh. Naasira Mohammed tells us more.

The 12th Man - Thursday November 22nd 2024

Even as Tunapuna Week is being celebrated with a number of activities, the Tunapuna/Piarco Regional Corporation is doing some much-needed rehabilitation work to the Maracas Waterfall site. According to Tourism Trinidad, the Maracas Waterfall, which is situated in St. Joseph, is Trinidad’s highest waterfall with an altitude of 91.5 metres. Councillor for Maracas/Santa Margarita, Trudel Noreiga, said the rehabilitation exercise is all part of the Corporation’s Community Enhancement Project. "Today we are endeavouring to restore the beautiful Maracas Waterfall and Tourism Site here in the Maracas Valley, the tallest waterfall in Trinidad and Tobago. We had a collaborative effort with Tunapuna/Piarco Regional Corporation, schools in the area, Caribbean Union College Secondary School, CEPEP, the Ministry of Local Government, the National Reforestation Programme, all collaborating together to make this restoration exercise possible today." Mr. Noreiga shared what works would be conducted during the rehabilitation exercise. "We are here today repairing the roadway, creating temporary earthen drains, painting and beautifying the infrastructure that is here, power washing, picking up of garbage, you know restoring the waterfall to what it used to be. We have also endeavoured to restore back works on the roadway so cars can now make their way all the way up to the park and carpark." He said the rehabilitation project underscores the Corporation’s commitment to enhance and fix community spaces for the burgesses. Should you and a group decide to visit, Tourism Trinidad advises that you do so with a guided tour by the Trinidad and Tobago Tour Guides Association.

India has pledged up to US$1 million to collaborate with Trinidad and Tobago in the field of agro-processing. A Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and the Government of India for Integrated Automated Fruit and Vegetable Processing was signed in the margins of the Second CARICOM-India Summit in Georgetown, Guyana on Wednesday. The MOU will pave the way for the creation of economic and employment opportunities in the field of agro-processing through the provision, by India, of up to US$1 million in financing and technical assistance to Trinidad and Tobago. Minister of Foreign and CARICOM Affairs, Dr. Amery Browne, stated: "I had the honour of signing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Foreign Minister of India, Shri Subramanium Jayshanka. This MOU provides modern agro-processing technology and equipment to Trinidad and Tobago from India." The project will be implemented by the Ministry of Agriculture, Land and Fisheries through the National Agricultural Marketing and Development Corporation (NAMDEVCO).

Carnival 2025 is upon us, and Trinidad and Tobago is, once again, set to showcase the true essence of the festival.

It was a night dedicated to the hard workers of the Tunupuna/Piarco Regional Corporation and outstanding Community members of the region.