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CIBC Caribbean Marks Fifth Year of Hike for the Cure on Mother's Day Weekend
CIBC Caribbean's Antigua branch completed its fifth annual Hike for the Cure on Mother's Day weekend, with participants trekking from Pensioners Beach to Fort Barrington in support of cancer care on the island.
Stronger Financial Infrastructure Needed to Unlock CARICOM Trade Savings, Banker Warns
A senior CIBC Antigua banker has warned that while CARICOM nations could save billions on imports through regional trade diversification, the financial infrastructure needed to support such a shift is not yet in place.
LIAT CEO Urges Caribbean Aviation Unity Amid Rising Costs
LIAT CEO Hafsah Abdulsalam has called for greater collaboration among Caribbean airlines, citing a volatile global market and soaring operating costs. Her remarks came during the carrier's inaugural flight to Guadeloupe on May 8th.
Restaurant Week and Culinary Month to Be Held as Separate Events This Year
The Antigua and Barbuda Hotel and Tourism Authority has announced that Restaurant Week and Culinary Month will be held as separate events this year, a change driven by feedback from partners and patrons.
Legal Dispute Within Fishermen's Cooperative Stalls Industry Modernisation
A legal dispute over the expulsion of a former cooperative president is blocking international funding and modernisation efforts in Antigua and Barbuda's fishing industry. The protracted court battle has left one of the nation's most vital sectors without critical infrastructure investment or professional training.
Government Shifts Focus to High-End, Sustainable Tourism Strategy
The Antiguan government has announced a strategic shift toward high-end, sustainable tourism, with MP Charles Fernandez outlining a vision focused on maximizing national revenue while protecting the country's natural assets.
Antiguan YLAI Fellows Report Dramatic Business Growth After Week Two Placements
Antiguan entrepreneurs Canice James and Joshuanette Francis have completed their second week of the 2026 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative, reporting a transformative "day and night" shift in their business models following their embedded placements.
UWI Partners with Scottish University to Safeguard Academic Integrity in the Age of AI
The University of the West Indies has partnered with the University of the West of Scotland to tackle academic integrity challenges posed by generative AI, joining the UWS-led IntegraGuard Project. The collaboration places UWI at the forefront of international efforts to safeguard educational standards in an AI-driven era.
ABCAS to Host Antigua's First Electric Vehicle and Battery Technology Workshop
The Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies (ABCAS) is set to host the country's first Electric Vehicle and Battery Technology Workshop next month, developed in partnership with UWI, the NTA, and several international organisations. The event represents a landmark moment for green technology education in Antigua and Barbuda.
Antigua's Radiology Services on Path to Digital Upgrade, Senior Doctor Reports
Senior radiology official Dr. Destine Reid says Antigua and Barbuda's radiology services are making "solid progress" toward digital modernisation, following her participation in an IAEA coordination meeting in Vienna.
Two Antiguan Entrepreneurs Land Prestigious US Fellowship Placements
Antiguan entrepreneurs Joshuanette Francis and Canice James have begun their fellowship placements in Washington, DC and California as part of the 2026 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative, joining over 200 emerging leaders from across the hemisphere.
Youth Farmers Push for National Zoning, Water Harvesting to Boost Food Security
Youth farmers Michael Joseph and Twin I Payne are calling for a national agricultural zoning strategy and expanded water harvesting to help Antigua and Barbuda meet its food security goals, as reported by Antigua Observer.
Harney Motors: International Vehicle Recalls Unlikely to Impact Antigua and Barbuda
Harney Motors, the authorized local dealer for Kia, Ford, Toyota, and Lexus, says it has received no official confirmation that vehicles sold in Antigua and Barbuda are affected by recent international recall notices. The dealer is urging customers not to be alarmed.
Tourism Authority CEO: Caribbean Travel Marketplace to Deliver Lasting Media Benefits
Antigua and Barbuda Tourism Authority CEO Colin C. James says local tourism businesses will benefit beyond the Caribbean Travel Marketplace through ongoing international media coverage and direct product exposure. Over 40 international press representatives from the hospitality sector are on island for the event.
Port Authority CEO Pushes for Unified OECS Maritime Structure Ahead of Regional Summit
Antigua and Barbuda Port Authority CEO Darwin Telemaque plans to propose an ECCB-style unified maritime framework for OECS ports at the upcoming Group Growth Summit. The initiative aims to replace what he describes as fragmented regional maritime policies with an integrated structure.
Antigua and Barbuda to Host 500 Tourism Partners at Caribbean Travel Marketplace
Antigua and Barbuda will host 500 tourism industry partners for the 44th annual Caribbean Hotels and Tourism Association Caribbean Travel Marketplace, marking the nation's second consecutive year staging the prestigious regional event.
CIBC Caribbean Opens Nominations for 2026 Unsung Heroes Programme
CIBC Caribbean has launched its 2026 Unsung Heroes programme, giving an Antiguan and Barbudan community champion the chance to compete for a regional award across 10 Caribbean territories.
Antigua's Port Manager Lands US$10M U.S. Grant to Modernise Caribbean Port Infrastructure
Antigua and Barbuda's Port Manager Darwin Telemaque has secured a US$10 million U.S. Department of State grant to modernise Caribbean port infrastructure, following a high-level roundtable held in Washington on April 20, 2026.
Social Security Staff Return to Work After Salary Dispute Resolved
Social Security Board employees returned to work on April 20 after a dispute over delayed appraisals and salary increments was resolved in a meeting between union officials and management. Antigua and Barbuda Free Trade Union President Samuel James confirmed the settlement.
AUA Opens Doors to Local Students in Push to Build Next Generation of Healthcare Professionals
The American University of Antigua welcomed students from five local schools to its campus for an Open House event aimed at inspiring future healthcare professionals and reinforcing the university's ties to the community.