Antigua announced significant changes that will reshape national education access. Moreover, Prime Minister Gaston Browne outlined new policies that remove major financial barriers for students. He said these measures will begin once key infrastructure work is completed. Browne confirmed that the government will offer free tuition at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Five […]
Antigua and Barbuda posted a strong fiscal performance in 2026. Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced a primary surplus of $254.9 million. Additionally, the overall surplus reached $116.3 million. Browne told Parliament these results show a clear turnaround from the deficits his administration inherited 11 years ago. He said disciplined fiscal management, steady economic growth, and […]
Antigua marked World AIDS Day 2025 with a clear message about health rights and legal protection for people living with HIV. This year’s global theme, “Take the rights path: My health, my right!”, pushed nations to confront long-standing inequalities in HIV care and prevention. During an interview on Observer AM, HIV/AIDS Clinical Care Coordinator Dr. […]
Antigua and Barbuda recorded a 1.4% decline in consumer prices for the year ending August 2025. The Ministry of Finance and Corporate Governance released the Consumer Price Index (CPI) through its Statistics Division. Moreover, the drop was mainly driven by falling transport costs, furnishings, household equipment, and routine household maintenance. Notably, the Transport Services index […]
Antigua and Barbuda health officials report that new HIV cases have stayed steady over the past five years. Data from the HIV/AIDS Secretariat shows an average of about 44 new diagnoses annually. The lowest number was recorded in 2020. Then, cases rose slightly in 2021 as health services returned to normal after COVID-19 disruptions. Officials […]
Antigua and Barbuda is set to expand its healthcare system in 2026. The government plans to transition the Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS) into a full National Health Insurance (NHI) program. This move was announced in the 2026 Speech from the Throne. The NHI will cover more diseases and will be recognized throughout CARICOM. As a […]
Antigua and Barbuda’s Prime Minister Gaston Browne has written to former U.S. President Donald Trump, urging him to help de-escalate rising military activity in the Caribbean as tensions between Washington and Venezuela continue to grow. In his letter, Browne called for renewed diplomatic engagement, stressing that open dialogue remains the only realistic path to preventing […]
Antigua and Barbuda is stepping into its next quarter century with confidence, as the Government declares the country “solid, stable, soaring” after recording a striking 300 percent increase in GDP over the last 25 years. During the 2026 Speech from the Throne, Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams revealed that Antigua and Barbuda’s economy expanded from US […]
Major Developments AheadAntigua and Barbuda are preparing for a landmark year in tourism. They unveiled major luxury projects, cultural milestones, and festivals that show why the islands are among the Caribbean’s top destinations. The Antigua & Barbuda Tourism Authority showcased these plans at World Travel Market 2025. Faster Arrivals and Heritage CelebrationsFirst, the islands launched […]
Antigua and Barbuda is preparing for its strongest tourism season yet. Officials project 450,000 stayover visitors and nearly one million cruise passengers for 2025–2026. Governor General Sir Rodney Williams made the announcement Thursday during the Throne Speech. He highlighted the country’s growing appeal as a top Caribbean destination. Sir Rodney credited new investments in luxury […]
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