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UWI Five Islands Campus Celebrates Top Students on Honour Roll and Principal's List
The University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus honoured dozens of top-performing students at a ceremony marking the first semester of the 2025-2026 academic year, with awards presented across the Honour Roll and the Principal's List. Campus Registrar Dr. Camille Samuel challenged honourees to channel their academic success into community service and real-world execution.
St. Lucia Wins Caribbean Queen Title as Antigua and Barbuda Makes Strong Showing
St. Lucia's Emerle Tisson was crowned Caribbean Queen at the Miss St. Maarten Carnival Caribbean Queen Pageant 2026, while Miss Antigua and Barbuda delivered a commendable performance in the regional competition.
Over Half of Antiguan Voters Have Replaced ID Cards, Electoral Commission Reports
The Antigua & Barbuda Electoral Commission reports that more than half of eligible voters have completed their voter ID card replacements, with St Peter leading at 87% and over 29,000 applications processed nationwide as of April 2026.
Former Barbuda MP Nibbs Endorses ABLP's Beezer, Calls for Change Ahead of April 30 Vote
Former Barbuda MP Arthur Nibbs has publicly endorsed ABLP candidate Kenja Beezer ahead of the April 30 general election, calling for political change and outlining a development agenda spanning healthcare, infrastructure, tourism, and renewable energy. According to Antigua News Room, Nibbs urged voters to back Beezer as the key to unlocking long-delayed progress for the island.
Antigua Cruise Port Upland Development Nears Completion as Roofing and Finishing Work Advances
Roofing and exterior finishing work at the Antigua Cruise Port's upland development are advancing rapidly, with Caribbean-inspired colours now being applied and the Day Club pool taking shape. The project, led by Global Ports Holding and built by LICCOM, aims to create a vibrant hub for cruise passengers and local businesses.
Greene Defends St. Paul's Roadworks as Planned Infrastructure, Not Election Rush
MP Chet Greene has defended the pace of roadworks in St. Paul's, telling residents the programme follows a long-term plan and is not being rushed ahead of elections. Greene highlighted the commencement of works on All Saints Road as a key component of the current infrastructure phase.
Three Antiguan and Barbudan Writers Earn Spots on 2026 Commonwealth Short Story Prize Longlist
Three Antiguan and Barbudan writers — Ulah Wijnaldum, Jonella B. Solliegne, and Lester Simon — have been named to the longlist for the 2026 Commonwealth Short Story Prize, selected from a field of 7,806 entries. The announcement places Antigua and Barbuda among the recognised literary voices across the Commonwealth.
Contract Workers in Antigua's Hospitality Sector Hit by Payment Delays of Up to Three Months
Contract workers in Antigua and Barbuda's hospitality sector are facing payment delays of up to three months, sparking growing calls for greater transparency and accountability from industry organisations and labour authorities.
Antigua and Barbuda Draw 1-1 With Dominica in Concacaf Women's Qualifier
Antigua and Barbuda salvaged a 1-1 draw against Dominica in their final 2025/26 Concacaf W Qualifiers Group B match, with Kai Jacobs converting a late penalty to level the score. The result leaves Antigua and Barbuda in fourth place with a 0-1-3 record.
Vehicle Crash Knocks Out Power Across Multiple Communities on Belmont #3 Feeder
A vehicle accident that broke a utility pole has cut power to more than a dozen communities served by APUA's Belmont #3 feeder. Technicians have been dispatched and restoration work is ongoing, though no timeframe has been given.
Sir Robin Yearwood Demands Apology After UPP Website Falsely Reports His Death
The United Progressive Party's official campaign website falsely declared sitting MP Sir Robin Yearwood dead, with the erroneous claim attributed to unverified AI-generated content. The ABLP is demanding an immediate retraction and public apology.
UPP's Pringle Doubles Down on Duty-Free Vehicle Promise, Vows to End Ministerial Concessions
UPP Leader Jamale Pringle has doubled down on his party's pledge to eliminate import duties on personal vehicles, vowing that duty-free access will no longer depend on political connections or ministerial approval. Pringle also rejected claims that the policy would lead to the reintroduction of personal income tax.
30 PAHO-Donated Laptops Stolen from Ministry of Health in Overnight Break-In
Thirty PAHO-donated laptops intended to modernise patient record systems across community clinics were stolen from the Ministry of Health between April 13 and 14, 2026. The Royal Police Force has launched a full investigation, and authorities are warning the public against purchasing or possessing the stolen devices.
Gray's Farm and Clare Hall Health Centres to Offer Extended Hours Starting April 13
Gray's Farm and Clare Hall Health Centres will begin offering extended hours from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, starting April 13, 2026, as part of efforts to strengthen primary healthcare and ease pressure on the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre.
30 PAHO-Donated Laptops Stolen in Break-In at Health Ministry Headquarters
Thirty PAHO-donated Dell laptops earmarked for modernising Antigua and Barbuda's community health clinics were stolen in a break-in at the Ministry of Health Headquarters between April 13th and 14th, 2026. The Royal Police Force has launched a full investigation, and the public is warned against purchasing or possessing the stolen devices.
Antigua Cruise Port Upland Development Takes Shape with Colour and Construction Milestones
The Antigua Cruise Port Upland Development is advancing steadily, with Caribbean-inspired colours now adorning exterior structures and roofing installations progressing across multiple sections. Key features including a Day Club pool are also taking shape as the project moves closer to completion.
Soca Star CP Peters Receives Caribbean and African Women of Impact Icon Award
Antiguan soca star Claudette "CP" Peters has been honoured with an Icon Award from the Caribbean and African Women of Impact Honors, calling the recognition a proud moment for herself and Antigua and Barbuda. Peters expressed deep gratitude and pledged to continue her work in music and culture.
Sir Ronald Sanders Calls on CARICOM Secretary General to Resign Amid Reappointment Row
Antigua and Barbuda's Ambassador to the US and OAS, Sir Ronald Sanders, has publicly called on CARICOM Secretary General Dr. Carla Barnett to resign on principle amid an escalating dispute over her reappointment, driven largely by opposition from Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar.
Fuel Station Operators Demand Margin Increase, Warn Government of Escalating Crisis
Twenty-one Antiguan service station operators have petitioned the Prime Minister for a fuel margin increase, saying the current 8% rate — unchanged since the early 1990s — is unsustainable and well below the 15% margin afforded to food retailers. The group warns it will consider all options if the government fails to respond.
Lower Ottos Road Upgrade Underway as Minister Matthew Pushes Constituency Infrastructure Drive
Road upgrade works are underway in Lower Ottos, with Minister Daryll Matthew highlighting the project as part of a broader push to improve infrastructure and road access for constituency residents.