Legacy of Churchill Azad Akaloo | Trinidad and Tobago News

A towering figure in Trinidad and Tobago’s manufacturing sector, Churchill Azad Akaloo, passed away at 82 after a long illness, leaving behind a legacy of innovation, philanthropy, and national pride. As managing director of Sheik Lisha Ltd — which he transformed from a family business into a regional powerhouse producing flour, vermicelli, and curry powder — Akaloo earned the TTMA’s Lifetime Achievement Award and Medium Manufacturer of the Year in 2021. His company became a major exporter, boosting foreign exchange and setting industry standards across the Caribbean and North America. Beyond business, Akaloo was a compassionate humanitarian, personally aiding Cuban refugees and supporting culture and community. His vision, leadership, and generosity continue to shape lives, businesses, and the nation’s economic and social fabric. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:http://www.guardian.co.tt/news/business-community-mourns-death-of-sheik-lisha-founder-6.2.2666352.9007ff5e78 More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fc46de492acb5e4a Report issues to [email protected].