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Immigration

Immigration amnesty expected to begin April 2 for long-term residents

Immigration authorities will launch a three-month amnesty on April 2 for undocumented migrants in Antigua and Barbuda. Cabinet officials confirmed the programme. The initiative targets individuals who have lived in the country for at least four years without legal status. Moreover, it forms part of proposed amendments to immigration legislation that Parliament will debate later […]

Over

Over 500 derelict properties in St. John’s eyed for CHAPA redevelopment

Over 500 derelict properties in St. John’s are now targeted for redevelopment, government officials announced. Moreover, Cabinet approved a CHAPA land exchange programme to expand affordable housing immediately. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant explained that CHAPA will approach property owners to negotiate voluntary arrangements. He added, “The framework allows CHAPA to acquire privately owned […]

Cabinet

Cabinet weighs phased increase to minimum wage

Cabinet is considering an increase to the national minimum wage. However, officials say more consultations are needed first. The National Minimum Wage Advisory Committee completed a review of the current wage framework. Moreover, it submitted recommendations to Cabinet after consulting multiple sectors. Director General of Communications Maurice Merchant explained that the committee examined proposals to […]

Festival

Festival Commission launches Burning Flames Junior Road March

Festival Commission has launched the first-ever Burning Flames Junior Road March Competition. The initiative aims to support young soca talent in Antigua and Barbuda. The Antigua and Barbuda Festival Commission introduced the new competition to nurture the next generation of performers. Moreover, the programme highlights youth creativity during the country’s vibrant carnival season. Importantly, the […]

Lady

Lady Jags set to battle Antigua and Barbuda tonight

Lady Jaguars will face hosts Antigua and Barbuda today in the Concacaf Women’s Qualifiers. The match forms part of the 2025/26 Concacaf Women’s qualifying competition. Moreover, it will take place at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium in St John’s. Kickoff is scheduled for 17:00hrs this evening. Therefore, both teams will aim to deliver strong performances […]

Antigua

Antigua tourism authority expands presence in Quebec and Ottawa

Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority is strengthening its presence in the Quebec and Ottawa travel markets. The tourism body recently appointed two experienced representatives in Canada. Consequently, Sylvie Madore and Danièle Bouchard will help promote the destination. Officials say the move supports a wider strategy to grow tourism from French-speaking Canada. Moreover, the new appointments […]

Antigua

Antigua welcomes Sunrise Airways non-stop flights from Santo Domingo

Antigua and Barbuda officials welcomed a new non-stop flight service from Santo Domingo this week. The service comes from Sunrise Airways and strengthens travel links across the Caribbean. Moreover, tourism leaders say the route will improve regional connectivity. Officials held a welcome ceremony on March 3 at V.C. Bird International Airport. During the event, leaders […]

UK

UK halts student visas for four nations amid asylum surge

UK authorities will stop issuing student visas to nationals from Afghanistan, Cameroon, Myanmar, and Sudan. According to the Home Office, the move follows a sharp increase in asylum claims from these countries. Indeed, student applications rose more than 470% between 2021 and 2025. Consequently, the government has introduced what it calls an “emergency brake” on […]

Gov’t

Gov’t launches Commonwealth People’s Forum, PM Browne calls for cultural renaissance

Gov’t officials in Antigua and Barbuda launched the 2026 Commonwealth People’s Forum on Tuesday. The event marks the start of a multi-year strategy leading up to the November 2026 summit. Moreover, it highlights the nation’s commitment to integrate civic insight into global policy. Prime Minister Gaston Browne urged the Commonwealth to move beyond symbolic dialogue. […]

PM

PM Browne urges creatives to embrace AI, protect local culture

PM Gaston Browne says creatives should embrace artificial intelligence instead of fearing it. He shared the message during the launch of the Commonwealth People’s Forum Creative Arts Initiative. Moreover, he encouraged artists to see AI as a tool. Browne explained that technology continues to reshape how content is created and shared. Therefore, creatives must adapt […]