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El Niño Drought Puts Antigua and Barbuda's Food Security at Risk, Experts Warn
Agriculture specialists are warning that an El Niño-driven drought, combined with rising fertiliser costs and limited water resources, threatens Antigua and Barbuda's food security and could drive the nation's food import bill higher by year-end.
Experts Warn Water Cost Relief Must Reach Consumers to Keep Local Produce Competitive
Agricultural experts are warning that government water cost relief for drought-hit farmers must be passed on to consumers to keep local produce price-competitive. The caution comes as policymakers weigh new interventions amid an intensifying El Niño-driven dry season.
ECCAA Inaugurates Expanded Headquarters at V.C. Bird International Airport
The Eastern Caribbean Civil Aviation Authority has officially opened an expanded headquarters complex at V.C. Bird International Airport, completing a second building following its initial relocation to the site in December 2023.
WIOC Runs Major Emergency Drill to Bolster Safety Preparedness
West Indies Oil Company carried out a large-scale Emergency Response Exercise last week to test and improve its preparedness for potential emergencies at its fuel operations. The drill is part of the company's broader commitment to employee safety, community protection, and environmental responsibility.
Postmaster General Outlines Key Reforms for Antigua and Barbuda Postal Services
Postmaster General Algernon Gomes has outlined key structural and operational updates for Antigua and Barbuda's postal services, according to Antigua Observer. The remarks come as regional ministers also turn their attention to postal sector developments across the Caribbean.
HR Leader Urges Employers to Embrace Work-Life Balance or Lose Young Talent
A senior HR professional in Antigua and Barbuda is urging employers to update workplace culture to meet the expectations of younger workers who are prioritising work-life balance over traditional work models. Rhonda Grant, Vice President of the HR Professionals of Antigua and Barbuda, warns that failure to adapt could result in losing the country's youngest and most energetic talent.
ABWU Calls for Greater Focus on Workplace Mental Health
ABWU General Secretary David Massiah has called for greater attention to workplace mental health, speaking at a two-day stress management and mental health awareness workshop hosted in collaboration with the International Transport Workers' Federation.
Antigua and Barbuda Pushes Forward on Waste-to-Energy and Landfill Upgrades
Antigua and Barbuda is moving forward with a regional Waste-to-Energy initiative and new landfill technology as part of efforts to improve waste management and boost climate resilience. A workshop under the Zero Waste in the Caribbean Project was held on May 19 to advance the initiative.
CIBC Caribbean Seminar Draws Strong Turnout from Local Business Community
CIBC Caribbean's third annual Business Banking Seminar attracted a strong turnout of local entrepreneurs and business leaders at Sandals Grande Antigua on May 19, focusing on how technology can drive business growth.
Antigua's Unique Wildlife Drawing International Visitors, But Tourism Yet to Keep Pace
Conservationist Shanna Challenger says Antigua and Barbuda's unique wildlife is already drawing international visitors, but warns the tourism sector has yet to fully capitalise on the country's rich natural heritage.
Antigua and Barbuda Posts 7% Rise in First Quarter Stayover Visitors
Antigua and Barbuda has recorded a more than seven percent increase in stayover visitors in the first quarter compared to the same period last year, according to Antigua Observer. The figures were jointly announced by Tourism Minister Charles H. Fernández and ABTA Chief Executive Officer Colin C. James.
Industrial Court Awards Over $1M to Dismissed SICL Managers, Slams Board Chair
Antigua's Industrial Court has ruled against State Insurance Company Limited in two landmark cases, awarding over $1 million to two dismissed senior managers while branding the company's Board Chair an 'unreliable witness.'
Canadian Marketing Expert: Authentic Storytelling Is Antigua & Barbuda's Greatest Asset
Canadian marketing consultant Emily Mills says authentic storytelling is among the most powerful promotional tools available to Antigua and Barbuda, cautioning that digital video content alone is not enough. Mills made the remarks during an appearance on Observer Media's Voice of the People.
Antigua and Barbuda Ranked 4th Safest Caribbean Destination in 2026 Survey
Antigua and Barbuda has risen to fourth place in the 2026 Honeymoon Always Caribbean Safety Index, scoring 7.39 out of 10 and becoming the top-ranked sovereign OECS member in the survey.
UWI Five Islands Campus and Medicinal Cannabis Authority Sign Historic Research MOU
The UWI Five Islands Campus and the Antigua and Barbuda Medicinal Cannabis Authority have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to advance research and education in the country's medicinal cannabis industry. The agreement was formalised on April 17th, 2026, as reported by Antigua Observer.
CDB and FRLD Workshop Boosts Caribbean Access to Climate Loss and Damage Funding
Caribbean nations are better equipped to access millions in climate grant financing following a joint workshop hosted by the Caribbean Development Bank and the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage. The initiative aims to help countries strengthen resilience and manage losses caused by climate-related events.
Early Warning Systems Could Save Antigua and Barbuda Up to 6% of GDP Annually
Antigua and Barbuda Meteorological Service Director Dale Destin says robust early warning systems could prevent annual economic losses of up to six percent of GDP. He delivered the remarks at the opening of a two-day inception workshop for the Early Warning for All initiative.
APUA Raises Fuel Variation Charge, Driving Up Electricity Bills Across Antigua and Barbuda
APUA has increased its fuel variation charge this month, pushing electricity bills higher for households and businesses across Antigua and Barbuda amid rising global fuel costs. The charge was first introduced in July 2024 as a mechanism tied to fluctuations in fuel prices.
APUA Halts Water Extraction from Potworks Reservoir Amid Ongoing Drought
APUA has stopped drawing water from Potworks Reservoir due to persistent drought conditions and critically low water levels. The utility authority confirmed the move in an official press release.
CIBC Caribbean Introduces Tap-to-Pay Solution for Local Small Businesses
CIBC Caribbean is rolling out a contactless payment product called 'Tap on Phone,' allowing Antiguan small business owners to accept card payments via Android smartphone without traditional terminal hardware. The initiative is designed to offer a more accessible alternative to conventional point-of-sale systems.