Caroline Abel

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]

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