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All Saints Road Detour in Effect Tonight for Major Infrastructure Works
The Ministry of Works has announced a traffic detour along All Saints Road between FADI Building Supplies and Fresh and Eazy Supermarket, in effect from 7:00 pm on Thursday, May 7th until 7:00 am the following morning, as part of the All Saints Road Project.
Letter: Civil Servants Call for Fairness and Due Process in Complaint Handling
An anonymous letter published by Antigua.news raises serious concerns about fairness, bias, and due process in how complaints are handled within Antigua and Barbuda's civil service. The writer calls for stronger accountability measures, impartial investigations, and renewed commitment to the principles of natural justice.
IMF Cites Steady Growth and Declining Debt in Antigua and Barbuda
The International Monetary Fund estimates Antigua and Barbuda's economy grew by 3% in 2025, with public debt falling to 68% of GDP, though the Fund warned that arrears and financing pressures continue to pose challenges.
IMF: Antigua and Barbuda Economy Grows 3% in 2025, But Debt Risks Persist
The International Monetary Fund estimates Antigua and Barbuda's economy grew 3 percent in 2025, supported by construction activity and improved fiscal discipline, though significant debt arrears and financing pressures remain concerns. The findings were published this week in the IMF's latest Article IV consultation, as reported by Antigua.news.
Antigua Port Authority Staff Pay Tribute to Trailblazing Former Chairman Mary-Clare Hurst
Staff at the Antigua Port Authority held a tribute ceremony in St. John's for former chairman and Government Senator Mary-Clare Hurst, who died suddenly. Hurst was a trailblazing figure in Antigua and Barbuda's public life, serving as one of the first female chairpersons of the Port Authority Board and the first female General Secretary of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party.
Port Authority Holds Emotional Tribute for Former Chairman Mary-Clare Hurst
The Antigua Port Authority held an emotional tribute this morning for former chairman and Government Senator Mary-Clare Hurst following news of her sudden death. Port Manager Darwin Telemaque led the ceremony, reflecting on her pioneering legacy and transformational contributions to the institution and the nation.
WHO Confirms Five Hantavirus Cases Linked to Cruise Ship as Passengers Disperse Globally
The World Health Organization has confirmed five hantavirus infections linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius, with three people dead, as health authorities across dozens of countries work to trace and monitor exposed passengers. As reported by Antigua News Room, 146 passengers from 23 nations remain aboard under strict precautionary measures, with the vessel expected to dock in Tenerife, Spain, this weekend.
Antigua Bids Farewell to Teen Shooting Victim Omari Lewis
Antigua and Barbuda mourns the loss of 17-year-old Omari Lewis, killed in a Villa shooting on 26 March, as family and friends gather for his funeral service at Beacon Light Nazarene Church. His death has reignited concern over gun violence and its impact on young people across the nation.
Young Antiguan Swimmers Shatter National Records at Wadadli Invitational
Multiple national records fell at the 10th Wadadli Aquatic Racers Developmental Invitational Swim Meet, with Isabel Nicholas of Wadadli Aquatic Racers breaking five national age group records across the weekend. Vipers Swim Club members Madison MacMillan, Anya DeGannes, and Alessandro Bazzoni also claimed national records at the three-day event.
Antigua and Barbuda Records One of CARICOM's Lowest Maternal Mortality Rates
New UN estimates rank Antigua and Barbuda among CARICOM's safest nations for maternal health, with a lifetime pregnancy-related mortality risk of just 1 in 2,108. While most Caribbean countries have made progress since 2000, the pace of improvement has slowed across the region.
PM Browne Signals Uncertainty Over Leading ABLP Into Fifth Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has said there is "no guarantee" he will lead the ABLP into a fifth consecutive general election, calling on the party to develop its next generation of leadership. The comments came days after the party's landslide April 30 election win.
PM Browne Signals He May Not Lead ABLP Into a Fifth Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has publicly stated for the first time that there is "no guarantee" he will lead the ABLP into a fifth general election, signalling that succession planning is becoming a priority within the governing party. The remarks come shortly after the ABLP's sweeping April 30 election victory, in which the party won 15 of 17 parliamentary seats.
Antigua and Barbuda Secures Fourth Spot Among Caribbean's Strongest Passports for 2026
Antigua and Barbuda has ranked fourth among the Caribbean's most powerful passports for 2026, with holders enjoying visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to approximately 154 destinations worldwide. The country trails only Barbados, the Bahamas, and St. Kitts and Nevis in the regional ranking.
Twelve ABLP Representatives Sworn In as Browne Calls for Unity and National Renewal
Twelve newly elected ABLP representatives were sworn into office on Tuesday, with three taking oaths as Ministers of State following the party's decisive win in the 2026 General Elections. Prime Minister Gaston Browne called on the new administration to pursue excellence, unity, and national renewal.
Antigua and Barbuda Passport Ranks 22nd Globally in 2026 Henley Index
Antigua and Barbuda's passport has been ranked 22nd in the world in the 2026 Henley Passport Index, granting holders visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 154 destinations globally. The ranking keeps the nation among the top-performing passports in the Caribbean and the OECS.
Four Young Antiguans Named Official Social Media Correspondents for CHOGM 2026
The CHOGM 2026 Secretariat has appointed four young Antiguans and Barbudans — Janet Simon, Gabrielle Hamlet, Lutrell John and Joshua Edwards — as official Social Media Correspondents for the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting, set to be held in Antigua and Barbuda in November 2026.
Antigua and Barbuda Eligible for Up to €80,000 in Caribbean Plastic Waste Grants
Antigua and Barbuda is eligible to apply for between €30,000 and €80,000 through the Sustainable Small Grants Programme, a new Caribbean initiative targeting plastic waste reduction and circular economy development. Registered community groups, CSOs, and MSMEs may submit one application each, with projects required to conclude by August 2027.
Antigua and Barbuda Joins Regional Drive to Eliminate Mercury from Skin-Lightening Products
Antigua and Barbuda participated in the launch of a new WHO behavioural insights toolkit in Panama City on 25 February 2026, joining a regional effort to eliminate mercury-containing skin-lightening products. The toolkit helps countries identify and address the drivers behind harmful skin-lightening practices, which pose serious health and environmental risks.
Proposed US Visa Changes Could Create Hurdles for Antiguan and Barbudan Students
Antiguan and Barbudan students planning to study in the United States could face new hurdles under a proposed overhaul of the US international student visa system, which would replace open-ended status periods with fixed admission windows of up to four years. The changes, if approved, could take effect before the Fall 2026 academic intake and may also affect post-graduation work opportunities.
Barbuda Food Vendors Complete Safety Training Ahead of Caribana Festival
Public health officials in Barbuda have trained more than 30 food vendors in food safety practices ahead of the Caribana festival, with authorities emphasising that all vendors must hold a valid Food Safety Badge to operate.