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St. Joseph's Academy Student to Represent Antigua and Barbuda at Jamaica Oratory Contest
Xion Joseph of St. Joseph's Academy has won the Optimist Club of St. John's Oratorical Contest and will represent Antigua and Barbuda at the district-level competition in Kingston, Jamaica, on April 11.
PM Browne Warns Gang-Involved Youth: 'Jail or the Grave'
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has connected this week's double homicide to an ongoing gang feud, warning young people involved in such conflicts that their path leads only to jail or death. Browne made the remarks on his weekly radio programme, noting that prior government intervention helped some youth change course, but not all.
PM Browne Projects Water Production to Hit 14 Million Gallons Daily by Year-End
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that Antigua's daily water production is projected to reach approximately 14 million gallons by the end of the year, driven by investments in reverse osmosis plants and upgraded infrastructure. The expansion aims to address persistent shortages and meet growing national demand.
PM Browne Declares UPP Legal Challenges Against MP Baltimore Will Fail
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has declared that all UPP legal challenges against St. Philip's North MP Randy Baltimore will fail, arguing Baltimore was fully compliant with the law when he resigned from the public service ahead of the March 16 by-election.
PM Browne Claims National Swing Puts All UPP Seats in Labour's Sights
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has claimed a national political swing is putting nearly all UPP-held seats on Antigua within Labour's reach, citing polling that shows his party leading 49 percent to 26 percent. Browne also suggested opposition leader Jamale Pringle's position could be under threat due to poor polling and parliamentary conduct.
PM Browne Targets $2,100 Monthly 'Livable Wage' as Antigua Moves Beyond Minimum Pay
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced plans to transition Antigua and Barbuda from a minimum wage system to a "livable wage" of approximately $2,100 per month, with incremental increases planned over the coming years. Browne cautioned that the process must be gradual to protect small businesses and maintain employment stability.
Ambassador Pilgrim Calls for Restructured Global Institutions to Build Lasting Peace
Antigua and Barbuda's Permanent Secretary H.E. Clarence E. Pilgrim has published the final entry in his commentary series, calling for sweeping reform of global institutions — including the United Nations — and the creation of structured zones of peace to address what he describes as an increasingly interconnected global conflict crisis.
Road Clean-Up and Drainage Works Underway in All Saints West, MP Smith Says
Road clean-up and drainage improvement works are underway in Herberts and Freemans Village, with MP Anthony Smith Jr. signalling that more infrastructure projects are planned for the All Saints West constituency.
PM Browne Warns ABLP Supporters Against Complacency Ahead of General Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has cautioned Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party supporters against complacency, urging full engagement in campaigning as a general election draws near. Speaking on his weekly radio programme, Browne stressed that voter turnout and disciplined organising will be key to success.
PM Browne Urges Voters to Validate ID Cards Promptly Ahead of General Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has urged voters to validate their identification cards within the next two weeks, warning that last-minute delays could result in disenfranchisement ahead of the upcoming general election.
PM Browne: Younger Barbudans Reconsidering Long-Held Beliefs on Land Ownership
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has claimed that younger Barbudans are beginning to question long-held beliefs about land ownership on the island, citing recent legal interpretations and government land initiatives as contributing factors. The remarks come as the debate over Barbuda's land rights and development model continues to divide the government and opposition.
PM Browne Warns Poor Polls and Parliament Conduct Could Cost Pringle UPP Leadership
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned that Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle's leadership of the UPP could be under threat, citing poor polling numbers and his conduct in Parliament as factors that may invite internal challenges.
Youth Ambassador Calls for Action and Unity Following Teen Killings
National Youth Ambassador Kristine Louisa has issued a public call for unity and sustained action following the killings of two young people in Antigua and Barbuda. Louisa is urging leaders, mentors, and community advocates to invest in youth intervention programmes and mentorship to prevent further tragedies.
PM Browne Links Teen Double Murder to Gang Activity, Recalls Earlier Intervention
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says police are investigating whether the fatal shooting of two teenagers this week is connected to gang rivalries between groups in Gray's Farm and Villa. Browne recalled personally warning at-risk youth two years ago about the consequences of gang involvement, noting that most changed course but a small number did not.
PM Browne Orders Treasury to Prioritise Small Backpay and Pension Settlements
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has directed the Treasury Department to prioritise clearing outstanding payments under EC$20,000, as the government moves to resolve a years-long backlog of retroactive pay and pension settlements. A dedicated hotline and additional staffing are among the measures being introduced to speed up disbursements.
Poll Shows ABLP With 23-Point Lead Over UPP, Browne Claims
Prime Minister Gaston Browne says new polling data puts the ABLP 23 percentage points ahead of the UPP, claiming the figures reflect a major swing in voter support ahead of the next general election. The UPP has not publicly responded to the claims, as reported by Antigua News Room.
PM Browne Eyes April 22–30 Election Window as Parliament Prepares to Prorogue
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has signalled that general elections will likely fall between April 22 and April 30, with Parliament set to be prorogued next week and the election writ to follow shortly after. Browne has also urged voters to validate their identification cards without delay to avoid being turned away at the polls.
Pregnant U.S. Woman Pleads Guilty to Cannabis Possession at VC Bird Airport
A 40-year-old American woman, four months pregnant, has pleaded guilty to cannabis possession after being stopped at V.C. Bird International Airport with 163.4 grams of the drug in her luggage. Sentencing is set for Monday.
JCI Antigua Marks 11th Customer Care Seminar with Focus on AI and Resilience
JCI Antigua brought together more than 35 business professionals at the Villa Community Centre on March 26 for its 11th Annual Professionalism in Customer Care Seminar, covering topics ranging from service excellence to the role of artificial intelligence in customer care.
Electoral Commission Releases Full List of Voter Registration Sites Across Antigua and Barbuda
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has released the full list of voter registration sites across all constituencies, as reported by Antigua News Room. Sites are now open across Antigua and Barbuda, with operating hours in effect until further notice.