Antigua and Barbuda has officially ended the oath of allegiance to the British monarch. Instead, government ministers now swear loyalty only to the nation, its Constitution, and its laws. The change marks a major constitutional shift for the Caribbean country. The new Cabinet took the revised oath after the recent snap general election. Prime Minister […]
Antigua and Barbuda officially completed its new Cabinet on Tuesday after a commanding election victory. The governing party won 15 of 17 parliamentary seats in the April 30 general election. As a result, leaders moved quickly to form the new administration. Prime Minister Gaston Browne and Attorney General Steadroy Benjamin first received their ministerial instruments […]
Antigua and Barbuda’s passport remains one of the Caribbean’s strongest travel documents in 2026. The latest Henley Passport Index ranked the country 22nd worldwide. As a result, Antigua and Barbuda kept its place among the region’s top-performing passports. According to the report, citizens can now travel to 154 destinations without securing a visa beforehand. In […]
Antigua says farewell to teen Omari Lewis today as the nation gathers in mourning. Omari Lewis will be laid to rest in Antigua and Barbuda after his tragic death earlier this year. The 17-year-old died in a Villa shooting on 26 March. Moreover, the loss continues to affect families and communities across the country. Many […]
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 […]
Antigua and Barbuda has positioned education as core national infrastructure. Importantly, officials say it should not compete with other social priorities. The statement came from Director of Education Clare Browne. He spoke at the United Nations on Friday. Specifically, he addressed the Transforming Global Education Summit at ECOSOC headquarters. Meanwhile, the summit focused on redefining […]
Antigua and Barbuda emerged as a strong voice at the Transforming Global Education Summit in New York. The event took place at the United Nations Headquarters. Moreover, it focused on global education reform and future learning systems. The United Nations Headquarters hosted the summit on May 1, 2026. It was organized by the PVBLIC Foundation […]
Antigua and Barbuda will swear in new government ministers on Tuesday, 5 May. The ceremony will take place at the AUA Conference Centre on Jabberwock Drive. Importantly, the event will begin at 17:00 local time. It will mark a key step in forming the new government administration. According to Government House, an official invitation confirmed […]
Antigua and Barbuda elections were transparent, peaceful, and well managed, observers said. The Commonwealth Observer Group shared its preliminary findings after the 2026 General Elections. Overall, the group praised the conduct of the process. They noted that election day remained calm and orderly. As a result, stakeholders helped ensure a smooth experience for voters. Meanwhile, […]
Antigua and Barbuda scientist Alexandra Hughes completes specialised training in ocean acidification in Jamaica. Meanwhile, she works as a graduate assistant with the Department of Analytical Services. Additionally, the programme aimed to strengthen regional scientific capacity across the Caribbean. Importantly, Hughes attended a Basic Training Course on Ocean Acidification. The University of the West Indies […]
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