Caroline Abel
Seychellois economist
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Caroline Abel (born c. 1972)[citation needed] is a Seychellois economist. In 2012, she was appointed Governor of the Central Bank of Seychelles, becoming the first woman in Seychelles to hold the position.[1]
1972 (age 53–54)
Caroline Abel | |
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Caroline Abel in 2020 | |
| Governor of the Central Bank of Seychelles | |
| Assumed office 14 March 2012 | |
| President | James Michel |
| Preceded by | Pierre Laporte |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Caroline Abel 1972 (age 53–54) Anse Boileau, Mahé, Seychelles |
| Alma mater | |
| Profession | Economist |
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 an undergraduate degree in Economics from the University of Leeds and a Master's degree in monetary economics from the University of Glasgow respectively.[2]
Career
Her career began in April 1994 when she was 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 being appointed Deputy Governor of the bank in July 2010.[3][4] On 14 March 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]