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Senate President Urges Young Senators to Lead

Senate President Alincia Williams-Grant challenged young senators to help shape Antigua and Barbuda’s future during Wednesday’s Senate sitting. Meanwhile, the Upper House formally convened following the April 30 general election. Senators then took their oaths during the ceremonial session at the Parliament Building. Williams-Grant urged members to approach their duties with discipline and preparation. She […]

PM Browne Pushes OECS Energy and Trade Plans

PM Gaston Browne says he plans to strengthen regional cooperation when he assumes chairmanship of the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States Authority next month. Meanwhile, Browne outlined plans for deeper collaboration in energy, transportation, trade, and logistics across the OECS. Speaking on Pointe FM, the prime minister said closer regional ties could lower costs and […]

China

China to Supply Pipes for Water Network Upgrade

China will provide Antigua and Barbuda with additional pipes later this year to help improve the country’s aging water infrastructure. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Gaston Browne said the government plans to speed up its national water re-piping programme. Speaking on Pointe FM, Browne explained that outdated pipelines continue to affect water distribution across the country. “We […]

WIOC

WIOC Announces Emergency Response Exercise Dates

WIOC is advising residents near its facilities about a planned Emergency Response Exercise this week. Meanwhile, the exercise will take place on May 21 and 22, 2026. According to the company, several local emergency response agencies will join the operation. As a result, residents may notice increased activity in nearby communities during the exercise. They […]

Antigua

Antigua Raises $30M After Strong Treasury Bill Demand

Antigua and Barbuda has raised $30 million through a 365-day Treasury bill auction on the Regional Government Securities Market. Moreover, the auction attracted strong investor interest and exceeded the government’s target amount. The auction took place on May 13, 2026. Additionally, it was conducted through the Eastern Caribbean Securities Exchange primary market platform. According to […]

Three

Three Arrested in Ongoing Bank Fraud Probe

Three suspects are now in police custody as investigators continue probing alleged fraudulent transactions at a local bank in Antigua and Barbuda. Police confirmed the arrests following several reports made to the Criminal Investigations Department between May 12 and May 18, 2026. Moreover, officials said the reports involved irregular and unauthorized transactions at different branches […]

Antigua

Antigua Sailors Shine at BVI Dinghy Championship

Antigua sailors delivered strong performances at the 2026 BVI Dinghy Championship in Tortola. Moreover, the Antigua Yacht Club youth sailing programme earned top regional results during the two-day event. The annual championship took place on May 16 and 17 at the Royal BVI Yacht Club. Throughout the competition, Antigua’s young sailors faced a competitive regional […]

Antigua

Antigua Fire Officers Attend Regional Chiefs Conference

Antigua and Barbuda fire officers are representing the country at the 2026 Caribbean Association of Fire Chiefs Conference in the Dominican Republic. Moreover, the regional event brings together senior emergency officials from across the Caribbean. Three senior officers from the Antigua and Barbuda Fire Brigade are attending the conference. They are Assistant Commissioner of Police […]

Abigail

Abigail Piper Named Antigua and Barbuda’s Miss Caribbean Universe Delegate

Abigail Piper will represent Antigua and Barbuda at the 2026 Miss Caribbean Universe pageant. Moreover, organizers announced Abigail Piper as an official delegate earlier this week. The Miss Caribbean Universe organization introduced Abigail Piper in a social media post. In addition, organizers described Abigail Piper as passionate about youth empowerment, education, and personal growth. Organizers […]

Malaka

Malaka Parker Urges Senators to Strengthen Accountability

Parker called for stronger accountability in the Senate on Monday. Moreover, she urged government senators to carefully review laws and national decisions. Opposition Senator Malaka Parker spoke after taking her oath at Government House. Meanwhile, Deputy Governor General Sir Clare Roberts led the swearing-in ceremony. During her remarks, Parker stressed the Senate’s duty to protect […]