Foreign Affairs Minister E. P. Chet Greene has announced the establishment of three Wi-Fi zones across the St. Paul's constituency, positioning expanded digital access as a cornerstone of his broader youth empowerment and technology agenda. According to Antigua News Room, Greene outlined the initiative during a community meeting, describing it as part of a wider effort to prepare young people for a changing economy.
Greene told constituents that the zones are designed to improve connectivity and support learning, entrepreneurship and skills development throughout the community.
"There are three Wi-Fi zones… the intention here is to have our young people really see our new technology and become not just users of technology but creators," he said.
The minister described 2026 as a pivotal year for investing in young people, framing the period as one of opportunity across multiple areas of youth development.
"This year, 2026… is a year of youth not only in culture, it's a year of youth in education, it's a year of youth in promotion of their skills," Greene said.
Greene also urged residents to embrace technology as a practical tool for income generation and business development, noting that mobile devices already in people's hands could serve as a launching point.
"Everyone with a phone in their hands can use their phone to make money… to do their business," he said.
Alongside the expanded connectivity push, Greene pointed to ongoing and planned training programmes targeting practical skills in areas including media, broadcasting and digital services.
"We will be having a lot of training programs for young people… as we encourage the use of technology," he said.
Greene indicated that further community-based programmes will follow, with the overarching goal of ensuring that young people in St. Paul's are not left behind as technology continues to reshape economic opportunities.
