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Government Secures EC$150 Million from Bank Consortium for Island-Wide Road Repairs
The Antigua and Barbuda government has announced it has secured EC$150 million from a bank consortium to fund widespread road rehabilitation works, with the financing to be backed by a small annual vehicle owner fee. The announcement was made during Tuesday's Throne Speech by Governor General Sir Rodney Williams.
Opposition Leader Pringle Denounces Ejection from Parliament Before Throne Speech
Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle has publicly condemned his ejection from Parliament ahead of the Throne Speech, calling it a deliberate political manoeuvre. Pringle voiced his criticism in an interview with Antigua Observer immediately following the incident.
Opposition Leader Ejected from Parliament Over Constitutional Oath Requirement
UPP Leader Jamale Pringle was ejected from Parliament yesterday after Senate President Alicia Williams-Grant enforced a constitutional oath requirement, with the incident occurring shortly after the 9 a.m. session began.
Governor-General Delivers 2026 Throne Speech Outlining 25-Year National Development Plan
Governor-General Sir Rodney Williams delivered the 2026 Speech from the Throne, unveiling a strategic shift toward a 25-year national development plan. The address, delivered at a formal joint sitting of Parliament, signals a move away from short-term economic stabilization.
Miami Runner Sets Course Record at 10th Annual Run In Paradise
Miami runner Alex Beach set a new course record of 1:17:57.00 in the 21k half marathon at the 10th edition of Run In Paradise on Sunday, edging out one of Antigua and Barbuda's leading long-distance runners.
Henry Urges Authorities to Open Top Cricket Venues for Local Matches
Former national cricketer Nino Henry is urging authorities to make top venues like the Antigua Recreation Ground available for local matches more regularly, arguing that domestic players should not have to wait for international fixtures to compete at elite facilities.
Unbeaten Tahje Browne to Lead 11-Rider Team at OECS Cycling Championships
Unbeaten local cyclist Tahje Browne will lead a team of 11 Antiguan and Barbudan riders at the 2026 OECS Cycling Championships, hosted on-island this Sunday. Browne, dominant on the local circuit this year, will compete in the Elite category.
ABRCS Representatives Complete Regional WASH Training in Guadeloupe
Representatives from the Antigua and Barbuda Red Cross Society have completed a five-day regional Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene training in Guadeloupe, strengthening the organisation's emergency preparedness and humanitarian response capabilities.
Antigua and Barbuda Weighs 45-Day Travel Ban for Visitors from Ebola Zones
The Ministry of Health is set to bring a proposal to Cabinet that would bar entry to anyone who has visited a designated Ebola outbreak zone within 45 days of arriving in Antigua and Barbuda. The measure is part of broader efforts to bolster the country's border health defences.
UPP Senator Demands Public Apology from AG Over Mockery of Absent Opposition Members
UPP Senator Jonathan Wehner is demanding a public apology from Attorney General Sir Steadroy Benjamin after the AG mocked two absent opposition members in the House of Representatives, one of whom was overseas supporting his young daughter through a medical procedure.
UPP Mourns Passing of Sir Aziz Hadeed, Hails Him as Patriot and Benefactor
The United Progressive Party has expressed condolences to the Hadeed family following the death of Sir Aziz Hadeed, honoring him as a patriot, benefactor, and friend of the people. The party's leadership joined the nation in mourning the loss of the distinguished figure.
Antigua and Barbuda Mourns the Passing of Sir Aziz Hadeed
Sir Aziz Fares Hadeed, a towering figure in Antigua and Barbuda's business and philanthropic communities, has died in Chicago. Tributes from government officials, educators, and business leaders have poured in, honouring his extraordinary legacy of generosity.
Singing Julie Makes Caribana History with Calypso and Soca Double Crown
Singing Julie has made Caribana history by claiming both the Calypso Monarch and Soca Monarch titles in a single night, successfully defending her calypso crown while also conquering a seven-artiste soca field. The double victory cements her place as the competition's most dominant performer.
Health Minister Eyes Antigua and Barbuda as Caribbean's Premier Medical Hub
Health Minister Michael Joseph has unveiled a long-term vision to transform Antigua and Barbuda into the Caribbean's leading healthcare destination, outlining plans for a network of specialist medical facilities.
Health Officials: Malaria-Carrying Mosquito Extremely Rare in Antigua
Health officials say the public should not be alarmed by two confirmed imported malaria cases, noting that the mosquito species capable of spreading the disease is the rarest of Antigua's 16 mosquito species and is rarely encountered.
Health Officials: No Hantavirus Cases Recorded Locally in Over Three Years
Health officials in Antigua and Barbuda are reassuring the public that Hantavirus poses a low risk locally, confirming no cases have been recorded in at least three years and that the primary carrier rodent species is not present on the island.
ABMCA Educates Police Recruits on Medicinal Cannabis Law
The Antigua and Barbuda Medicinal Cannabis Authority has delivered medicinal cannabis law training to nearly 60 police recruits at the Police Training School, calling the initiative critical to building a more informed national law enforcement body.
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.
UPP Calls for Overhaul of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee
The opposition UPP is calling for a restructuring of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee, arguing its current composition prevents genuine oversight of government spending. UPP Senator Jonathan Wehner raised the concerns during an appearance on Observer Radio, as reported by Antigua Observer.