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Antigua & Barbuda St John’s Taxi Association Elects New Executive Board

Antigua & Barbuda St John’s Taxi Association Inc (SJTA) has chosen a new executive board. The election covers the 2026–2028 term. First, members held their bi-annual elections on Tuesday, 5 May 2026. The vote took place at the Antigua & Barbuda Workers Union Hall. In addition, members gathered to select new leadership. The process focused […]

YLAI

YLAI Week 2 Sparks ‘Day and Night’ Growth for Antiguan Fellows

YLAI Week 2 brought rapid growth for Antiguan entrepreneurs Canice James and Joshuanette Francis. After orientation in Texas, they moved into hands-on placements. As a result, both fellows saw major progress. In San Diego, James described the week as intense and rewarding. First, he explored his leadership style. Then, he studied how his business impacts […]

ABAPD

ABAPD Head Calls for Stronger Representation for Disabled

ABAPD head Bernard Warner is calling for stronger representation for persons with disabilities. First, he stressed the need for inclusion across many industries. He said many concerns remain unresolved. As a result, people still feel unheard. According to Warner, direct representation has been lacking in Antigua and Barbuda. Therefore, key issues often go unaddressed. He […]

Workers

Workers Urged to Prepare for Global Challenges Ahead

Workers across Antigua and Barbuda must act now to face future challenges. At a Labour Day rally, Alrick Daniel called for change. He urged workers to build strong financial habits. He also encouraged lifelong learning. The Antigua and Barbuda Trades and Labour Union and the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party hosted the event on Monday. […]

PM

PM Vows Worker Renaissance With Livable Wage and Stronger Safety

PM Browne says workers will enter a new era of dignity and progress in Antigua and Barbuda. PM Browne made the announcement at a Labour Day rally on Monday. The Antigua and Barbuda Trades and Labour Union and the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party hosted the event. PM Browne described his vision as a “renaissance” […]

Gov’t

Gov’t is shifting Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism sector toward a high-end, sustainable model.

Gov’t is moving Antigua and Barbuda’s tourism sector toward a high-end, sustainable model. Gov’t outlined this shift through Charles Fernandez, who explained the new direction after Labour Day announcements. He said the focus is on stronger revenue and environmental protection. Gov’t confirmed the strategy just before Cabinet swearing-in at the American University of Antigua. Prime […]

Several

Several Arrested After Police Seize Firearms in Early Morning Operations

Several arrests followed early morning police operations across Antigua and Barbuda. First, police carried out coordinated raids in multiple locations. They aimed to target illegal firearms and ammunition. During the first operation, officers found a modified flare gun. They also discovered several rounds of ammunition. In addition, they seized a camouflage shirt. As a result, […]

Waste

Waste Collection Delay Hits Lightfoot Residents, Authority Explains

Waste collection delays are affecting residents in the Lightfoot community. First, the National Solid Waste Management Authority issued an update on 6 May 2026. It confirmed a temporary disruption in services. In addition, the Authority said the delay forms part of service improvement efforts. It aims to strengthen long-term reliability. However, residents experienced interruptions in […]

Massiah

Massiah Slams Government, Calls for Urgent Labour Code Reform

Massiah has criticized the government during a Labour Day address. He said it is not supportive of working people. David Massiah, General Secretary of the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union, made the comments. He spoke at a Labour Day rally on Monday. Importantly, he addressed union members and supporters. Meanwhile, he delivered a strong message […]

Sazeek

Sazeek Joseph Gets Four Years in 18-Year-Old Case

Sazeek Joseph has been sentenced to four years in prison. A jury convicted him in March. The charges included attempted rape and serious indecency. The court, however, ordered the sentences to run at the same time. As a result, he will serve four years total. He also received one year for serious indecency. The case […]