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Long-serving UPP Member Desmond Charles Resigns, Blasts Party Leadership
Longtime United Progressive Party member Desmond Charles has resigned from the opposition party, citing failures in leadership and a loss of core values. In his resignation letter, Charles levelled pointed criticism at both UPP Chairperson Gisele Isaac and Political Leader Jamale Pringle.
UPP Veteran Desmond Charles Resigns, Condemns Party Leadership Ahead of Elections
Veteran UPP member Desmond Charles has resigned from the opposition party after more than three decades, blasting the leadership of Political Leader Jamale Pringle and Chairperson Gisele Isaac as the party heads into an election period. Charles declared the UPP has "lost its way completely" and stated he will "never put party over country."
Beazer Vows to Put Barbudans First as He Eyes ABLP Barbuda Seat
Former Barbuda Council member Kendra Beazer is set to contest the Barbuda seat for the ABLP, pledging to prioritise infrastructure, health, education, and people-centred development for the island's residents.
Eastern Caribbean Cybersecurity Officials Convene in Antigua for Regional Workshop
Cybersecurity officials from across the Eastern Caribbean are meeting in Antigua and Barbuda for a two-day workshop on regional cyber governance, hosted by the Government of Antigua and Barbuda in partnership with the OAS and supported by the United Kingdom.
PM Browne Confirms Agriculture Minister Smith to Contest Election on ABLP Ticket
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed Agriculture Minister Anthony Smith will run on the ABLP ticket at the next general election, though Smith has not yet formally applied for party membership. Smith left the UPP in July 2024 and has since aligned closely with the governing party.
Agriculture Minister Smith Set to Formally Join ABLP, PM Browne Confirms
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has confirmed Agriculture Minister Anthony Smith will run on the ABLP ticket at the next general election, though Smith has not yet formally applied for party membership. The move formalizes a political transition that began when Smith left the UPP in July 2024.
Workers Union Appeals Industrial Court Ruling on Job Abandonment
The Antigua and Barbuda Workers Union has filed a Court of Appeal challenge against an Industrial Court ruling that deemed a hotel employee had abandoned his job rather than being dismissed. The case is expected to have broad implications for how job abandonment and dismissal claims are handled in Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua and Barbuda Delegates Head to Bangkok for Critical Climate Talks
Antigua and Barbuda will be represented at the IPCC-64 climate talks in Bangkok from March 24–27, as the nation pushes for progress on unresolved climate report timelines and improved financing mechanisms for small island states.
Letter: Treasury Failures Leave Former Ministry Contractor Unpaid for Over a Year
Former Ministry of Tourism contractor James E. Knight details more than a year of failed attempts to recover unpaid salary and retainer from the Public Treasury, citing repeated administrative failures that persisted even after a ministerial intervention by the Prime Minister.
Electoral Commission Extends Office Hours to Boost Voter Registration Access
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has announced extended weekday and weekend office hours beginning March 24, 2026, to improve public access to voter registration services. All offices will remain closed on upcoming public holidays including Good Friday and Easter Monday.
ABS Staff Allege Retaliation by Management Following Union Dispute
A letter published by Antigua News Room alleges that management at the state-owned Antigua Broadcasting Service engaged in retaliatory actions against staff following an unfavourable union ruling, with the writer calling on Minister Melford Nicholas to intervene.
Pringle Dismisses Resignation Rumours, Vows to Lead UPP Into Next Election
UPP Political Leader Jamale Pringle has publicly denied rumours of his resignation, calling the claims false and politically motivated. Pringle vowed to continue leading the party and holding the government accountable ahead of the next general election.
UPP Leader Pringle Denies Resignation Reports, Blames PM-Linked Source
UPP Political Leader Hon. Jamale Pringle has categorically denied reports of his resignation, alleging the claims originate from a source linked to Prime Minister Gaston Browne and are intended to destabilize the opposition party. Pringle also defended the party's participation in the St. Philip's North by-election, rejecting attempts to use the result to challenge his leadership.
Pringle Refuses to Resign, Dismisses Calls as Politically Motivated Disinformation
UPP Political Leader Hon. Jamale Pringle has issued a firm public letter rejecting calls for his resignation, dismissing the pressure as politically motivated disinformation and defending the party's performance in the St. Phillip's North by-election. Pringle called on dissenting members to raise concerns through proper constitutional channels rather than anonymous media briefings.
OECS Backs Historic Caribbean-Africa Direct Flight in South-South Milestone
The first large-scale direct commercial charter flight from the Caribbean to Africa departed St. Kitts on March 21, 2026, carrying over 100 delegates to Abuja, Nigeria. The OECS-backed flight marks a historic step toward stronger South-South economic and cultural ties between the two regions.
ABS to Move to Caribbean Cinemas Building by June, Minister Confirms
Information Minister Melford Nicholas has confirmed that the Antigua and Barbuda Broadcasting Service will relocate to the Caribbean Cinemas building by June, following the finalisation of an agreement between the government and the property's owner. The move comes after ABS spent years operating from temporary locations due to health and safety concerns at its previous facility.
WISH and Hopeful Hearts Foundation Unveil Mental Health Mural at Antigua Recreation Grounds
The Wadadli Initiative for Self-Care and Healing and the Hopeful Hearts Foundation have unveiled a community mural at the Antigua Recreation Grounds as part of a national mental health awareness campaign targeting youth. The installation anchors a broader initiative that includes a digital mood tracker, public service announcements, and school outreach.
ABLP Loyalist Refuses to Back Dr. Philmore Benjamin in St. Mary's North
A lifelong ABLP supporter has written an open letter declaring he will not vote for Dr. Philmore Benjamin in St. Mary's North, citing concerns over Benjamin's past opposition to the Labour Party and his appointment without a primary process. The writer says he will instead support Level Up.
Opinion: Why Young Antiguans Must Vote Even When Politics Feels Repetitive
Opinion writer Petra Williams makes the case that young Antiguans must resist political fatigue and turn out to vote, arguing that their absence from the polls does not signal protest — it signals exclusion. As reported by Antigua News Room, the piece urges youth to claim their democratic power before decisions that will shape their future are made without them.
Antigua and Barbuda Seeks CDB Funding to Overhaul National Waste Management
Antigua and Barbuda has applied to the Caribbean Development Bank for financing to support a comprehensive feasibility study and engineering designs for an overhauled national solid waste management system. The move follows the country's participation in the 8th Regional Programme Steering Committee meeting for the Zero Waste in the Caribbean Project.