Cricket West Indies (CWI) has announced it will stage a meeting with its full member shareholders on December 6th to vote on implementing governance reforms recommended by the Wehby Report.
This was disclosed by an official release from the entity. According to the correspondence, the shareholders, in accordance with the company’s Articles of Association, were notified on November 13th of the impending vote on the governance reform.
“The session follows discussions at the Annual General Meeting held on March 23, 2024, which resulted in the approval of some recommendations. However, the meeting next week will give shareholders the opportunity to again consider the highly anticipated proposals on the duration of the term of office of President and Vice President of the organisation, as well as the introduction of term limits”, the release stated.
CWI President Dr. Kishore Shallow said, “Governance reform continues to be a priority for Cricket West Indies as we take decisive action on our journey of organisational transformation and continuous improvement,”
He added, “The recommendations of the Wehby Report offer a clear pathway toward improving our governance framework, and this meeting provides an opportunity for our shareholders to collectively shape the future of West Indies cricket. We approach this process with a spirit of collaboration, transparency, and a shared commitment to building a more efficient and resilient organisation.”
The Wehby Report, which was commissioned in 2019, recommended several critical reforms to strengthen the CWI’s governance framework with regards to effectiveness, accountability, and transparency.
“Although some recommendations have been implemented, the process faced delays due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 and the need for additional consultations. Key proposals include restructuring of the Board of Directors, enhancing stakeholder engagement, and modernising operational practices to align with global best practices, all of which remain pivotal to driving CWI’s organisational transformation,” the release stated.
Shallow further said, “While change can be challenging, it is essential for the growth and sustainability of cricket in the Caribbean. This meeting is not just about governance—it is about ensuring the long-term health of the sport we all cherish. We are optimistic that, with the support of our shareholders, we can move forward together and continue to inspire pride across the region.”
CWI’s full member shareholders are the Barbados Cricket Association (BCA), Guyana Cricket Board (GCB), Jamaica Cricket Association (JCA), Leeward Islands Cricket Board (LICB), Trinidad and Tobago Cricket Board (TTCB), and Windward Islands Cricket Board (WICB).
