Colourful, Exquisite and Enlightening are words that come to mind after reading these well organized and inspiring “ROOTS” Newsletters. To the new readers, sponge in the words of wisdom and indulge the mind in the suspense and mystery of the Poets’ writing. “ROOTS” is truly a phenomenal publication. Congratulations to the Editor-in-Chief, Mr. Mtima Solwazi, your skill and innovation is remarkable. May God continue to use you as the instrument and pioneer to revive our lost traditions and in so doing, transform the hearts and minds of your readers.
David Boodram, ACCA
Head Audit Department
COOSALS Construction Company Ltd.
Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, WI

I have read, with interest, the articles contained therein and found them to be informative and enlightening. Congratulations to you on this achievement and Best Wishes in your future endeavours.
Honourable Minister Donna Cox
Minister of State in the Ministry of
National Security
Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, WI

I take this opportunity to applaud the creative writing talents of our nationals as demonstrated in the Magazine. I take note of the commitment of “ROOTS” to the process of Vision 2020 and your pledge of support to the Government’s achievement of its goals, especially through “Developing Innovative People”.
Honourable Minister Paula Gopee-Scoon
Minister of Foreign Affairs
Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, WI

Greetings from Tampa, Florida! Congratulations! “ROOTS” is my favorite reading. You do great work! Dear Prince, you are a flambeau in the darkest spaces of our lives. Beaming light upon the voiceless, enabling them to speak out from their hilltops and valleys, through thick prison walls. Preserving our Oral tradition is important. Today’s events will surely be part of tomorrow’s history. Breaking the chains of illiteracy and keeping the vault of information in well written language is your gift to us. “ROOTS” is the drum, the beating of our African hearts shouting: “We are descendents of great people! We speak out, we are our stories.” Sincere wishes for continued great work.
Althea Kironde-Lee
Advocate for the Poor and Disenfranchised
Valrico, Florida,
United States of America

I cannot thank you enough for sending me your newsletters; it is a veritable treasure trove. Yours is really a most enjoyable newsletter, superb writing. I love your newsletters and have sent them to many of my friends and family. I look forward to receiving your newsletters as I appreciate the time and effort that would go into this. It’s a potpourri of wonderful ideas and information. Thanking you and wishing you success.
Leigh Lopez
Managing Director
The Soap Kitchen
Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, WI
http://www.thesoapkitchentt.com

I must commend you for your efforts in advancing one of the key pillars of Vision 2020 “Developing Innovative People”. Please be assured that my Ministry will be a key partner in working with agencies like “ROOTS” that are committed to the knowledge sharing process.
Honourable Minister Neil Parsanlal
Minister of Information
Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, WI

I congratulate the Editor-in-Chief, Mtima Solwazi, for his efforts to keep poetry alive via the newsletter “ROOTS”. All the newsletters were of an excellent quality and it was my pleasure to have read them. I would recommend them to anyone. I highly commend the fact that an opportunity has been created for poets to express themselves. Keep up the great work and great things will follow!
Anna Sahadeo, C.A.
Lecturer,
Omardeen School of Accountancy Ltd.
Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, WI

As I sift through the pages of the “ROOTS” Newsletters, I cannot help but feel inspired. Such uplifting articles and Poetry! This is one of the few avenues available for poetic expressions and I therefore, commend the Editor-in-Chief on his sterling efforts over the last few years to promote Poetry and Poets. This publication is indeed a pleasure to read and I would definitely recommend it to anyone. Keep up the great work and continue being an inspiration to thousands of readers.
Rhona-Lea Sahadeo C.A.
IT Consultant
Infotech Caribbean Ltd.
Republic of Trinidad & Tobago, WI

Another great year, you continue to out do yourself by creating an excellent way for poets to express their deepest feelings through poetry. We anxiously look forward to next year’s edition. Natalie Williams
Instructor
Adolescent Development Programme,
Servol
Republic of Trinidad and Tobago, W.I.