Villa Primary School and Christ the King High School have successfully defended their titles at the 2026 National Schools Panorama competition in Antigua and Barbuda. The annual event brought together student steel orchestras from across the country to showcase their musical talent, creativity and teamwork. Both schools returned to the competition determined to maintain their […]
Antigua and Barbuda is considering suspending its Citizenship by Investment Programme (CIP) as the Government seeks to protect visa-free travel to Europe’s Schengen Area. Prime Minister Gaston Browne said preliminary Cabinet discussions have favoured suspension, although no final decision has been made. The issue follows discussions between European Union officials and representatives from Eastern Caribbean […]
Antigua and Barbuda has signed a new United Nations Multi-Country Sustainable Development Cooperation Framework (MSDCF), establishing a plan for continued collaboration with the UN on national and regional development priorities over the next five years. Prime Minister Gaston Browne signed the agreement on behalf of the Government during a ceremony at the Office of the […]
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda is considering making air conditioning a requirement for passenger buses operating across the country. The proposal could introduce new standards for public transportation, with the aim of improving conditions for commuters who depend on buses for their daily travel. If implemented, the requirement could also have implications for bus […]
Cricket West Indies (CWI) is preparing a special cricket event in Antigua and Barbuda to coincide with the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). The initiative, called “One Commonwealth, One Team,” will use cricket to bring together people from across the Commonwealth. The programme is scheduled for November 1 at the Sir Vivian Richards […]
Jamaican dancehall star Popcaan is set to perform in Antigua and Barbuda for the first time in 13 years as the headline act for the 2027 One Nation Caribbean Music Festival. The event is scheduled for January 9 at the Antigua Recreation Grounds. The artiste, widely known as the “Unruly Boss,” has gained international recognition […]
Antigua and Barbuda is working with international and regional partners to strengthen security arrangements ahead of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) in November. Foreign Affairs Minister E. P. Chet Greene confirmed that Canada, the United Kingdom, Jamaica and the Regional Security System are assisting with preparations. The support is intended to reinforce the […]
Johnson explained that creating opportunities is not enough if people continue to face obstacles that prevent them from taking advantage of them. She pointed to challenges such as poverty, parenting responsibilities and abusive relationships that can affect access to education and employment. The minister highlighted the Youth Education and Empowerment Programme (YEEP), which provides participants […]
Officials have assured the public that Antigua and Barbuda will not experience a nationwide lockdown during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM), scheduled for November 1–4, 2026. Foreign Affairs Minister E. P. Chet Greene said security restrictions will be limited to specific locations and periods. In St. John’s, temporary restrictions are expected around the […]
Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism representatives participated in the Florida-Caribbean Cruise Association (FCCA) Annual Cruise Conference and Trade Show in San Juan, Puerto Rico, held from October 12–16, 2026. The event brought together cruise industry executives, government officials, port operators and tourism stakeholders to discuss opportunities for growth across the region. The conference provided a platform […]
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