JCI Antigua successfully hosted the 2026 JCI Conference of the Americas in Antigua and Barbuda. Additionally, the event welcomed about 338 delegates from 40 countries. The conference ran from May 13 to May 16, 2026. Furthermore, it brought together young leaders, entrepreneurs and professionals from across the Americas and the Caribbean. Delegates attended leadership sessions, […]
UPP PRO Senator Jonathan Wehner has criticized Attorney General Steadroy Benjamin over remarks made in Parliament about absent opposition members. Speaking on Observer Radio on Friday, Wehner described the comments as lacking empathy and humanity. The controversy followed Monday’s sitting of the House of Representatives. During the debate, Benjamin questioned the absence of Opposition Leader […]
Industrial Court judges have awarded former State Insurance executive Andre Knight nearly EC$887,000 for unfair dismissal. The ruling followed Knight’s termination from State Insurance Company Limited in November 2023. The court found the dismissal was unfair and procedurally flawed. Additionally, judges ruled that the company failed to prove wrongdoing against Knight. The dispute centered on […]
Health officials in Antigua and Barbuda are closely monitoring Ebola outbreaks in parts of Central and East Africa. However, authorities said there are currently no suspected Ebola cases locally. During Friday’s press conference, Health Minister Michael Joseph said the ministry has strengthened national preparedness measures. Additionally, officials increased surveillance efforts after alerts from the World […]
The government says rising global fuel prices may eventually affect consumers in Antigua and Barbuda. However, officials said the government still absorbs the extra costs for now. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant disclosed during Thursday’s post-Cabinet briefing while discussing food security and economic resilience. Merchant said wars and international conflicts continue to pressure global […]
Male childhood trauma now ranks as a regional security threat in the Caribbean. A mental health advocate urges OECS and CARICOM to act fast. She calls for mandatory early intervention and counselling systems. Hadasha Buckmire leads Empower HER Caribbean Inc and raises the alarm. She links untreated male trauma to rising violence and weak development. […]
Authorities in Antigua and Barbuda plan to launch a remote medical booking system for Barbuda residents. The system would reduce repeated travel between the two islands for medical appointments. The initiative forms part of broader healthcare upgrades approved for Barbuda. Officials said the changes will improve access to medical services and reduce inconvenience for patients. […]
APUA is redesigning sections of Antigua’s water network to reduce frequent pipe ruptures across several communities. Public Utilities Minister Melford Nicholas shared the update during Pointe FM’s Taking Stock programme on Tuesday night. Nicholas said many water problems stem from aging distribution pipes. He explained that older community lines carry water pressure beyond their intended […]
Health Minister Michael Joseph met with senior officials at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre to review healthcare operations and discuss improvements. The meeting formed part of the minister’s ongoing assessment of the healthcare system in Antigua and Barbuda. Several senior hospital officials attended the discussions earlier today. These included the Permanent Secretary, Medical Director, […]
Officials in Antigua and Barbuda confirmed two imported malaria cases as health authorities strengthen disease surveillance measures nationwide. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant shared the update during Thursday’s post-Cabinet briefing. Merchant said the Ministry of Health will release more details before the end of the week or early next week. “The ministry will give […]
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