Education
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Antiguan Students in Cuba Coping With Shortages, Government Confirms
The Antigua and Barbuda government says students studying in Cuba are managing despite facing electricity outages, water disruptions, and shortages of basic goods. Officials, speaking at the weekly post-Cabinet briefing, dismissed reports of the students being in severe distress.
Education and Recreation Costs Surge as Overall Prices Fall in Antigua and Barbuda
Consumer prices in Antigua and Barbuda fell overall in the past year, but education costs surged 13.3% year-on-year, making it the fastest-growing expense category according to the latest Consumer Price Index report.
Ministry of Sports Partners with Barbuda Council to Send 14-Member Team to Inter-schools Championships
A 14-member student contingent from Barbuda is set to compete in the 2026 Cool & Smooth/Joma Caribbean Inter-schools Track & Field Championships following a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Sports, the Barbuda Council, and Sir McChesney George Secondary School. The championships are scheduled to begin Thursday.
Dr. Zahra Lake Named Arranger of the Year at National Music Awards
Dr. Zahra Lake was named Arranger of the Year at Tuesday night's National Music Awards, honoured for her contributions to the growth and development of steel pan music in Antigua and Barbuda.
IWD Piggy Bank Drive Raises Over EC$1,200 for Youth Charity as YWiL Concludes Mentorship Programme
The IWD Piggy Bank Initiative raised over EC$1,200 in a single day for Youth Arise, a charity founded by YWiL participant Makiba Ward, as the Young Women in Leadership programme concluded its eight-week mentorship cycle.
SLBMC Names 2026 Semester II Staff Scholarship Recipients
The Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre has announced the recipients of its 2026 Semester II Short Course Scholarships, recognising staff members selected for professional development training across multiple disciplines. The awards are part of the hospital's ongoing efforts to strengthen workforce capacity.
ABCAS Sends 25-Member Delegation to Leeward Islands Debating Competition in St. Kitts
A 25-member delegation from the Antigua and Barbuda College of Advanced Studies has travelled to St. Kitts and Nevis to compete in the regional Leeward Islands Debating Competition. The team includes student debaters and faculty representatives, led by Dr. Najele Williams Buffonge.
UWI Signs Landmark Education Partnership with Nigerian Universities
The University of the West Indies has signed a landmark partnership agreement with Nigerian universities to strengthen academic and cultural ties between Africa and the Caribbean. The agreement is expected to facilitate student exchanges, joint research, and shared academic resources.
UWI and Nigerian Universities Forge Education Partnership Amid CARICOM-African Union Push
The University of the West Indies has welcomed 23 Nigerian Vice-Chancellors to its Jamaica headquarters, forging a new academic partnership amid growing CARICOM–African Union collaboration. The meeting signals a concerted push to strengthen higher education ties between the Caribbean and West Africa.
Pares Secondary Teachers Demand Action Over School Safety Following Stabbing
Teachers at Pares Secondary School have written to Education Minister Daryll Matthew demanding urgent action on school safety following a stabbing incident on the compound earlier this week.
Hell's Gate Steel Orchestra Marks 80 Years of Culture and Community
The Hell's Gate Steel Orchestra is celebrating 80 years of steel pan music and youth development in Antigua and Barbuda with a year of special activities. According to Antigua News Room, the milestone marks eight decades of continuous cultural contribution to the nation.
AGHS Claims Hat-Trick of Wins in 13-and-Under Schools Netball Competition
Antigua Girls' High School won three of four matches in the 13-and-Under Secondary category of the Cool & Smooth/Joma Caribbean Schools Netball Competition on Monday. Their best result came against Jennings Secondary School at the YMCA Sports Complex.
659 Student Athletes to Compete in Cool & Smooth Inter-schools Track & Field Championships
A total of 659 student athletes from 17 schools are set to compete in this year's Cool & Smooth/Joma Caribbean Inter-schools Track & Field Championships, beginning Thursday, March 12 at the YASCO Sports Complex.
Pares Secondary Teachers Write to Education Ministry Over Leadership and Safety Concerns
Teachers at Pares Secondary School have formally written to the Ministry of Education seeking urgent intervention over concerns related to administration, leadership, and safety at the institution.
UWI Five Islands to Host Free Public Lecture and Performing Arts Showcase
The UWI Five Islands Campus will host a free Distinguished Public Lecture and Performing Arts Showcase on March 12, organised by the School of Humanities and Education. The event is open to the public and will combine academic presentations with cultural performances.
Construction Underway on New Five Islands Primary School, Minister Confirms
Construction has officially begun on a new primary school in Antigua's Five Islands area, Education Minister Daryll Matthew has announced. The project is expected to expand education infrastructure and support community growth in the region.
4th Annual VIP Women's Conference Marks International Women's Day in Antigua
Author and counselor Koren Norton hosted her 4th Annual VIP Women's Conference in Antigua on International Women's Day, bringing together women for a day of empowerment, self-development, and connection. According to Antigua News Room, the event drew women of diverse backgrounds for discussions centered on personal growth and self-love.
Foundation Mixed School Student Takes Top Honour at Rotary Reading Competition
Major Emanuel of Foundation Mixed School claimed first place at the Rotary Club of Antigua's 2026 Book Reading Competition, scoring 135 points to top a field of primary school students from across Antigua and Barbuda.
Master Woodcarver Carl Henry Urges Greater Recognition for Antigua's Artists
Master woodcarver Carl Henry is calling for greater government and public recognition of Antigua and Barbuda's artists, warning that many skilled creatives struggle to sustain themselves financially despite their significant cultural contributions.
Good Humans 268 Launches Youth-Led Online Waste Management Classroom
Good Humans 268 Inc., led by youth project leader Kelisha Pigott, is launching an Online Waste Management Classroom featuring over 100 interactive lessons, videos, and games to strengthen environmental education across Antigua and Barbuda.