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St John's Public Cemetery to Stop New Burials from March 2026
The St John's Public Cemetery will stop accepting new burials from March 31, 2026, the Cabinet confirmed this week, marking a significant change in how the nation manages its burial grounds.
CXC Places Equity at Heart of Regional Education Mandate
The Caribbean Examinations Council is repositioning itself as a more activist body, placing equity at the core of its mandate and pledging deeper engagement with Caribbean learners. The organisation is sending a clear message that excellence takes many forms and that every student deserves the opportunity to succeed.
Global Citizen Proposes Major Partnership with Antigua for CHOGM 2026
Representatives from international advocacy organisation Global Citizen met with Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet on Wednesday to propose a major partnership ahead of CHOGM 2026, combining diplomacy with youth engagement and cultural programming.
Government Printery Shuts Down After Severe Pigeon Infestation Declared Health Hazard
The Government Printery has been temporarily shut down following the discovery of a severe pigeon infestation, with officials confirming the closure poses serious health risks to staff. The emergency closure was announced at the weekly Cabinet press briefing.
UPP Candidate Calls Highway Renaming Proposal a 'Slap in the Face' to Community
UPP candidate Alex Browne has condemned a proposal to rename the Sir Rupert Philo Highway as a "slap in the face" to the community and the family of the late calypso icon, making the remarks ahead of Monday's St. Philip's North by-election.
Four Health Centres to Extend Operating Hours Starting April 1
Four community health centres in Antigua will begin offering extended operating hours from April 1, 2026, Health Minister Molwyn Joseph has announced. The Browne's Avenue, Grays Farm, and Clare Hall health centres, along with the Villa Polyclinic, are among the facilities affected.
CXC Declares Inaugural Electronic Examinations Session a Landmark Success
The Caribbean Examinations Council has declared its first fully electronic and hybrid examinations session a success, with its chief executive affirming that the region is ready for the digital future of assessment. The milestone marks a significant shift in how CXC administers exams across the Caribbean.
Government Settles Decades-Long Elloy De Freitas Legal Dispute
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has reached an amicable settlement with former public servant Elloy De Freitas, resolving a legal dispute that has remained active for nearly 30 years. The agreement brings one of the nation's longest-running legal cases to a formal close.
Government Signs Contract to Move ABS TV/Radio to Caribbean Cinemas Building
The government has signed a contract to relocate ABS Television and Radio to the Caribbean Cinemas building on Friars Hill Road, following industrial action by workers over mold, flooding, and poor conditions at the current Cross Street facility.
Cabinet Moves to Reassure Public on Welfare of Antiguan Students in Cuba
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has moved to reassure the public about the welfare of national students studying medicine in Cuba, with the Cabinet confirming ongoing direct communication with those enrolled.
Antigua's 'Blind Free Zone' Drive Gets Boost with US$90K Equipment and Overseas Training
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has moved forward with the 'Blind Free Zone' initiative, securing US$90,000 in specialised equipment and overseas training opportunities aimed at eliminating preventable blindness across the country.
Former GGDS President Demands Shaw Call Constitutionally Overdue Elections
Former GGDS President Trevor Cranston is publicly calling on sitting President Jason "Mud-Man" Shaw to name a date for elections he says are constitutionally due every two years. Cranston made the appeal during an appearance on the Good Morning Jojo Sports Show.
Greene Represents Antigua and Barbuda at Twelfth UK-Caribbean Ministerial Forum
Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene travelled to London to participate in the Twelfth UK-Caribbean Ministerial Forum on March 10, 2026, representing Antigua and Barbuda among regional Foreign Ministers and senior officials.
UPP's Alex Browne Slams Politicisation of Glanvilles Polyclinic Pharmacy Opening
UPP by-election candidate Alex Browne has condemned the "shameful" politicisation of the newly opened Glanvilles Polyclinic pharmacy, asserting his long-standing advocacy for healthcare services in St. Philip's North ahead of the March 15 vote.
ABEC Issues Liquor Ban Reminder Ahead of St. Philip's North By-Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has reminded the public that the sale and distribution of intoxicating liquor is prohibited during polling hours for next week's St. Philip's North by-election, citing the Representation of the People Act.
Antigua and Barbuda Delegation Heads to UN for Women's Empowerment Talks
Antigua and Barbuda has sent a five-member delegation to the 70th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women in New York, led by Minister of Social and Urban Transformation the Hon. Rawdon Turner. The session runs from March 9 to 19 at UN headquarters.
Governor General and Lady Williams Represent Antigua at Westminster Abbey Commonwealth Service
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams and Lady Sandra Williams attended the annual Commonwealth Service at Westminster Abbey in London, representing Antigua and Barbuda in their roles with the Royal Commonwealth Society.
All-Female Parliament Session Tackles Cannabis Reform in Historic YWiL Debate
The Parliament of Antigua and Barbuda held a historic all-female sitting on March 9 as part of the Young Women in Leadership initiative, with participants debating a motion to establish a Joint Select Committee on cannabis reform.
Cuba's Power Crisis Sends Warning Signals Across Region as CARICOM Eyes Response
A major power failure in Cuba has raised alarm across the Caribbean, with CARICOM now considering its response to what analysts are calling a regional energy security concern. Electricity has been partially restored, but the crisis has exposed deeper vulnerabilities affecting the wider region.
US$60M Flagged for Possible 'OECS Air' as Antigua-Barbados Talks Advance Regional Integration
Talks between the prime ministers of Antigua and Barbuda and Barbados have produced proposals for a new regional airline backed by US$60 million and a sustainability-focused tourism accreditation system, signaling renewed momentum for OECS integration.