Antigua and Barbuda is emerging as a major cruise gateway in the region.Specifically, the country now targets Southern Caribbean cruise traffic. This new role follows the opening of a modern cruise terminal in St John’s.The Antigua Cruise Port terminal opened on Lower Newgate Street. During Saturday’s ceremony, industry leaders shared the outlook.Notably, Global Ports Holding […]
Ghanaian nurses are expected to arrive in Antigua and Barbuda on Monday afternoon.The group includes more than 100 trained healthcare professionals. The arrival forms part of a government effort to ease staffing shortages.For years, shortages have strained the public healthcare system.As a result, frontline workers have faced growing pressure. Health officials say patient care has […]
MP Trevor Walker is warning against a plan involving APUA and road repairs.He says the proposal could weaken the Ministry of Public Works. Walker, a former Works Minister and Barbuda MP, raised concerns this week.Specifically, he questioned APUA’s plan to create its own road repair crew. The warning followed comments by Utilities Minister Melford Nicholas.Nicholas […]
Seven Seas Water Group and the Antigua Public Utilities Authority have opened a new desalination plant at Barnacle Point.The project strengthens water supply for Antigua’s growing northwestern communities. Moreover, the new facility uses seawater reverse osmosis technology.It produces two million imperial gallons of drinking water each day.As a result, thousands of residents will see improved […]
A former employee of Sun Eye Security & Cleaning Services has issued a pre-action notice claiming unfair dismissal and unpaid wages. She may soon take the matter to the Industrial Court. The employee’s representative sent the notice on January 23, 2026. It states that she was unlawfully dismissed while on certified sick leave. She also […]
Randy Baltimore has donated new protective gear to road workers across the constituency. As a result, crews now have better tools to stay safe on the job. The donation forms part of a safety-focused initiative led by Baltimore. Notably, he is an ABLP primary candidate. Through this effort, he aimed to support workers who maintain […]
Woman was killed and a man was injured during a late-night shooting in Michael’s Village on Friday, January 23. Police have launched a full investigation as they search for answers and appeal for public help. According to initial reports, the shooting happened around 10:30 p.m. near the G&E Parking Lot. At the time, 42-year-old Nikisha […]
APUA has deployed a water delivery truck to assist residents on Bishopgate Street. The move follows ongoing disruptions caused by mainline replacement works. Currently, crews are replacing aging water infrastructure in the area. As a result, customers have experienced interruptions to their normal supply. Therefore, APUA has introduced temporary relief measures. Accordingly, a water truck […]
Government has approved an immigration amnesty for eligible non-nationals living in Antigua and Barbuda. The move aims to ease labour shortages and help affected workers regularise their status. The decision came during Wednesday’s Cabinet meeting, chaired by Prime Minister Gaston Browne. At the meeting, the Prime Minister first updated ministers on economic conditions. He also […]
Cabinet has approved a 10-percentage-point reduction in the Antigua and Barbuda Sales Tax during a targeted relief period in 2026. The decision aims to ease cost-of-living pressures and boost consumer spending. Accordingly, the standard ABST rate will drop from 17 percent to 7 percent. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant confirmed the move during Friday’s […]
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