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Cabinet Notes- 28 October 2026

Rev. Christopher Roberts led the meditation at the meeting of the Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda on Wednesday, drawing on the biblical passage Luke 10:38–42, which recounts the visit of Jesus to the home of Martha and Mary. His reflection focused on the importance of balancing the demands of daily responsibilities with the need to […]

Antigua Pushes for Lower Medicine Costs

Antigua and Barbuda is working with other Eastern Caribbean countries to make medicines and essential medical supplies more affordable and easier to obtain.Health Minister Michael Joseph and Permanent Secretary Stacey Gregg-Paige are representing the country at a meeting of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Pooled Procurement Services. The initiative allows participating countries to […]

King Charles Acknowledges Caribbean’s Painful Past

King Charles has arrived in The Bahamas as he begins a nine-day visit to the Caribbean, marking his first trip to the region as monarch. At his first official engagement, the King addressed young people at a rally, saying it was important to recognise the suffering and injustices of the past. His visit comes amid […]

Canada’s PM Mark Carney to Attend CHOGM in Antigua

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will travel to Antigua and Barbuda next week to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in St. John’s. His visit is scheduled for November 2 to 4, 2026. During the summit, Carney is expected to meet with fellow Commonwealth leaders to strengthen trade and investment ties and discuss […]

Antigua Highlights Tourism and Conference Potential

Antigua and Barbuda is using its role as host of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) to highlight its ability to accommodate international business events and tourism activities.The country is showcasing its MICE capabilities — meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions — as part of its wider tourism offering. Hosting a major international gathering provides […]

More Than 40 Antiguans Graduate from Monroe University

More than 40 students from Antigua and Barbuda have graduated from Monroe University, marking an important milestone in their academic journeys.The graduates join a wider group of students completing their studies at the institution, which offers programmes across several fields. Their achievements reflect the educational progress of Antiguans and Barbudans pursuing higher education and professional […]

Antigua and Barbuda Takes Black Pineapple Awards to Toronto

The Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority is preparing to bring its Black Pineapple Awards to Toronto, Canada, to recognise travel advisors who have helped promote the destination and generate bookings. The awards, named after Antigua and Barbuda’s national fruit, celebrate travel professionals whose sales contribute to the country’s tourism industry. The recognition programme includes advisors […]

Browne Proposes US$60M Fund for National Development Projects

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has proposed combining funds from several public institutions to finance major development projects in Antigua and Barbuda, with the potential pool reaching US$60 million. Speaking on his weekly radio programme, Browne said the initiative would allow the country to make greater use of its domestic resources, reduce reliance on foreign investors […]

Former Miss Antigua and Barbuda Attacked and Robbed

Former Miss Antigua and Barbuda Leanda Norville was reportedly attacked and robbed along Five Islands Main Road, according to a report published by Antigua News on October 26. The incident involved Norville, who previously represented Antigua and Barbuda in the Miss Antigua and Barbuda pageant. Details surrounding the circumstances of the attack, including the items […]

Jamaican Music Pioneer Derrick Harriott Dies at 87

Jamaican singer, songwriter and record producer Derrick Harriott has died at the age of 87. His death was confirmed on Saturday, October 24, following a period of illness. Born in Kingston, Jamaica, Harriott began his musical career in the late 1950s and became an influential figure in the development of ska, rocksteady and reggae. Harriott […]