Antigua and Barbuda is considering a ticketing system for public smoking violations. This move aims to reduce court cases and create consistent law enforcement. Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant said Cabinet is reviewing how the law is applied. The review follows concerns about inconsistent interpretation and enforcement. “For public smoking, there are varying interpretations,” […]
Antigua and Barbuda is moving to relax strict dress code rules in public offices. This decision follows reports that some people were turned away while seeking services. Director General for Communications Maurice Merchant said Cabinet reviewed these concerns. He noted that current rules may be too rigid. As a result, some individuals could not complete […]
Antigua and Barbuda has appointed Jamaican dancehall artist Masicka as a cultural ambassador. This move supports youth development and expands the creative industries. Director of Communications Maurice Merchant announced the decision during Thursday’s post-Cabinet briefing. He explained that Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene brought the proposal forward. According to Merchant, the initiative aims to […]
Antigua and Barbuda joined CARICOM in observing the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery. On this day, the CARICOM Reparations Commission honours the 15 million African men, women, and children who suffered chattel enslavement for over three centuries. Furthermore, the Commission remembers the horrors of the Middle Passage, the brutality of slavery, […]
Antigua & Barbuda will host the second edition of the Direct Booking Summit (DBS) Caribbean. Meanwhile, the event will take place on May 15, 2026, at Sandals Grande Antigua Resort. It will follow the 2026 Caribbean Travel Marketplace. The summit aims to help Caribbean hoteliers tackle rising distribution costs and increasing competition for direct bookings. […]
Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association (ABDA) hosted a lively parade on March 20, 2026. The event celebrated World Oral Health Day. Firstly, the parade followed the theme “A Happy Mouth is a Happy Life.” Consequently, the streets were full of color, music, and smiling faces. Moreover, children, healthcare workers, educators, and community members joined the […]
Antigua and Barbuda secured third place at a major regional robotics event. The result marks a proud moment for the nation. The team competed in the inaugural OECS Super Regional Robotics Challenge 2026. The event took place at the St. Kitts Marriott Resort. It gathered top young innovators from across the Caribbean. Micah Matthew and […]
Antigua and Barbuda is strengthening ties with its younger diaspora in the United States. A new initiative is now underway. The Consulate General of Antigua and Barbuda in New York is leading the effort. It aims to connect young nationals with their roots. Since independence in 1981, the office has served diaspora needs. However, officials […]
Antigua and Barbuda is launching a program to sell Crown lands to long-term occupants. Under the plan, residents living on Crown lands for over ten years can purchase up to a quarter-acre. The rate will be EC$1.00 per square foot. Cabinet says this policy supports homeownership and security of tenure. Therefore, citizens gain both stability […]
Antigua Prime Minister Gaston Browne received an award for his work promoting global peace. The International Association of World Peace Advocates presented the honour. Therefore, Browne’s stance on conflict resolution received international recognition. He has long advocated that the Caribbean remain a “Zone of Peace.” Furthermore, he continues to call for an end to conflict […]
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