Caroline Abel
Caroline Abel | |
|---|---|
.jpg) Caroline Abel in 2015 | |
| Governor of the Central Bank of Seychelles | |
| Assumed office March 14, 2012 | |
| President | James Michel |
| Preceded by | Pierre Laporte |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Caroline Abel 1973 (age 50–51) Anse Boileau, Mahé, Seychelles |
| Alma mater | |
| Profession | Economist |
Caroline Abel (born c. 1973) is a Seychellois economist. In 2012, she was appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Seychelles, becoming the first woman in Seychelles to achieve such feat.[1]
Early life and education
Abel was born in Anse Boileau, Mahé, Seychelles, where she completed her basic and secondary education. She is a daughter of Antoine Abel, Seychelles' first playwright.[2] She holds a first degree in Economics and a master's degree in monetary economics from the University of Leeds and the University of Galsgow respectively.[2]
Career
Her career started in April 1994 after she got employed as a senior bank clerk at the Central Bank of Seychelles.[2] She served in several capabilities in the Central Bank of Seychelles before she was appointed deputy governor of the institution in July 2010.[3][4] On March 14, 2012, Abel became the first woman to be appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Seychelles, succeeding Pierre Laporte.[1]
Publications
- Central Bank Independence in a Small Open Economy: The Case of Seychelles (2009)
Recognitions
During the 6th African Business Leadership Forum and Awards, Abel was awarded a special Commendation Award by Georgia Legislative Black Caucus. She was also presented with the African Female Public Servant of the Year Award by the African Leadership Magazine at the event.[1]
References
- ^ a b c Uranie, Sharon (6 August 2015). "Seychelles first female Central Bank governor honoured with two international awards". Seychelles News Agency. Retrieved 6 August 2016.
- ^ a b c "Up Close … with Caroline Abel, Seychelles' first female Central Bank governor-'I value the trust put in my ability'". Seychelles Nation. 10 April 2012. Retrieved 6 August 2016.
- ^ "'We are working to bring financial services closer to the people'". The World Folio. 26 May 2016. Retrieved 6 August 2016.
- ^ "Caroline Abel appointed Central Bank deputy governor". Seychelles e-New. 25 June 2010. Retrieved 6 August 2016.