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Antigua and Barbuda Demands Fairer Climate Finance Ahead of UN Bonn Talks
Antigua and Barbuda's Minister of Health, Wellness, Environment and Civil Service Affairs Honourable Michael Joseph has called on major emitting nations to accelerate emissions cuts and reform climate financing systems at an AOSIS forum ahead of UN talks in Bonn. The minister warned that limited implementation capacity continues to hinder the country's ability to deliver critical climate resilience projects, despite eligibility for up to US$250 million through the Green Climate Fund.
Butterfield to Acquire CIBC Caribbean in Landmark $1.8 Billion Deal
Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited has announced a definitive agreement to acquire CIBC Caribbean in a deal valued at approximately US$1.8 billion, creating a combined banking group with roughly US$29 billion in assets. The transaction, subject to regulatory approval, is set to become one of the most consequential banking mergers in Caribbean financial history.
Antigua Expands National Surveillance Network with 200+ Cameras to Strengthen Security
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda is rolling out a phased installation of more than 200 security cameras nationwide to enhance crime prevention, support investigations, and modernise national security operations. Minister Melford Nicholas presented the update, confirming the Royal Police Force has already begun deployments at strategic locations.
Antigua Cabinet Appoints Marshall and Massiah as Ambassadors-at-Large
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has named former minister Samantha Marshall and former opposition senator Joanne Massiah as Ambassadors-at-Large, as the government reorganises its diplomatic corps to better align with national priorities.
Night Detour Set for All Saints Road as Infrastructure Works Begin Thursday
The Ministry of Works has announced a temporary nighttime traffic detour along All Saints Road from 7:00 p.m. on May 28 to 7:00 a.m. the following morning, as infrastructure works advance between the Belmont Clinic and the Bellevue Heights Service Station. Flag persons and signage will guide motorists, with local access and businesses remaining unaffected.
Choir Director and Educator Dr. Renee Smith Dead at 48
Dr. Renee Smith, celebrated director of the National Youth Choir and founder of the UWI Five Islands Singers, has died at the age of 48. Tributes are pouring in from across Antigua and Barbuda and the wider region for the educator and musician.
Antigua Deepens Healthcare Ties with Mercy Ships Australia and Margo Hartley Foundation
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has held high-level talks with Mercy Ships Australia and the Margo Hartley Foundation to expand healthcare collaboration, including the donation of two shipping containers of medical supplies to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre. Discussions covered healthcare resilience, mental health initiatives, and strategies to combat non-communicable diseases.
Antigua and Barbuda Engages Regional Climate Technology Forum in Belize
Antigua and Barbuda's Department of Environment represented the country at the 2026 LAC National Designated Entities Forum in Belize, engaging regional governments and international financiers on climate technology and adaptation strategies. The four-day event explored tools including AI-driven forecasting, drone technologies, and nature-based solutions to support Small Island Developing States.
Caribbean Immigration and Customs Chiefs Convene in Antigua for Regional Border Security Summit
Senior immigration and customs officials from across the Commonwealth Caribbean are meeting in Antigua and Barbuda for the 29th Session of Chiefs of Immigration and Comptrollers of Customs, focusing on border security, regional cooperation, and the free movement of people. As reported by Antigua.news, the three-day summit brings together delegates to confront growing security threats and strengthen coordination among regional border agencies.
Caridocs to Host Document Processing Support Day for Jamaicans in Antigua
Immigrant support service Caridocs will host a Bulk Application Day on June 5 at the Villa Polyclinic Conference Room to assist Jamaican nationals in Antigua and Barbuda with official document processing and authentication requirements. The organisation is also warning the public to avoid fraudulent 'back door' document services.
Antiguan Woman Convicted in 1978 UK Child Death Case Awaits Sentencing
Janice Nix, 67, has been convicted at Isleworth Crown Court in London of manslaughter and child cruelty over the 1978 death of five-year-old Andrea Bernard, nearly 48 years after the case was originally treated as an accident. Sentencing is expected at a later hearing.
ECAB to Permanently Close Woods Legacy Branch on June 1
Eastern Caribbean Amalgamated Bank (ECAB) will permanently close its Woods Legacy Branch on June 1, 2026, with customers directed to alternative branches and digital platforms. The bank is urging customers to complete safety deposit box transfers and collect outstanding items before May 29.
Jolly Harbour Freeholder Takes Pesticides Board to High Court Over Regulatory Silence
A Jolly Harbour freeholder has taken the Pesticides and Toxic Chemicals Control Board to the High Court, seeking to compel the regulator to act on a written complaint about a chemical fogging programme conducted by Caribbean Developments (Antigua) Limited at more than four times the manufacturer's recommended annual frequency. The judicial review, reported by Antigua.news, raises questions of regulatory impartiality, statutory duty and a property owner's natural right to clean air.
Antiguans Urged to Wear Red or Pink on May 28 for Menstrual Hygiene Day
Scrub Life Cares, in partnership with the Directorate of Gender Affairs and the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre, is urging Antiguans to wear red or pink on May 28 in observance of Menstrual Hygiene Day. The campaign aims to break stigma, raise awareness, and promote dignity surrounding menstrual health across the nation.
Jolly Harbour Freeholder Takes DCA to Court Over Sewage Station Built Without Permits
A Jolly Harbour freeholder has brought a judicial review against the Development Control Authority after a sewage lift station was built eleven feet from his family home without permits, an Environmental Impact Assessment, or notification to him as an adjacent owner. The DCA's defence rests on a development plan it admits it cannot locate.
St. Joseph's Academy Defends Debate Crown at UWI Five Islands Campus
St. Joseph's Academy has successfully defended its Caribbean Union Bank Inter-Secondary School Debate Series title, defeating Sir Novelle Richards Academy in the final held at the University of the West Indies Five Islands Campus. The competition featured sixteen secondary schools from across Antigua and Barbuda.
Greene Calls for Sweeping CARICOM Border Security Overhaul at Regional Summit
Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene has unveiled a sweeping six-point border security proposal at a regional CARICOM summit, calling for a biometric travel credential, joint intelligence units and a permanent border governance council to combat transnational crime across the Caribbean.
DPP Drops $536K Drug Case Against Canadian Woman on Medical Grounds
The DPP has withdrawn all drug charges against Canadian national Roselynee Crisostomo, who was caught with 61 vacuum-sealed packages of cannabis valued at $536,000 EC at V.C. Bird International Airport. Medical reasons were given as the sole explanation for dropping the case.
Governor General Lauds APUA Water Expansion, Praises Minister Nicholas in Throne Speech
Governor General Sir Rodney Williamson used Tuesday's Throne Speech to highlight a decade of expansion in Antigua's water production capacity and to commend Public Utilities Minister Melford Nicholas for his stewardship of the island's water supply infrastructure.
Government Plans 14 Million Gallons Daily as APUA Water Expansion Pushed Forward
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has announced plans to increase daily potable water production to 14 million gallons before year's end, building on a decade of expansion that has already seen APUA's output grow from 3.5 million to 11 million gallons daily. The Throne Speech also acknowledged persistent challenges with aging pipeline infrastructure driving widespread road disruptions across the country.