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APUA Booster Station in Tyrells to Bring Relief to Liberta's Water-Stressed Communities
The APUA Water Business Unit is set to commission a new booster station in Tyrells this week, with residents in Liberta and surrounding elevated communities expected to see significant improvements in water pressure and supply reliability.
Hundreds of Young Antiguans Answer Government's Call for Public Works Employment
Hundreds of young Antiguans and Barbudans gathered at the Ministry of Public Works on Monday to apply for public works jobs, with many citing months of unemployment and renewed hope at the prospect of earning. The turnout underscores strong demand for youth employment opportunities as the government pushes to expand economic participation.
Nomination Day Underway: AG Benjamin First ABLP Candidate to File
Attorney General Steadroy "Cutie" Benjamin has become the first ABLP candidate officially nominated on Nomination Day, as the process gets underway simultaneously across all 17 constituencies ahead of the April 30 general election.
ABDF Launches Multi-Nation 'Exercise Daybreak' Ahead of CHOGM
The Antigua and Barbuda Defence Force will conduct a multi-nation military training exercise called 'Exercise Daybreak' from April 13 to 17, 2026, as part of preparations for the upcoming Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). The public is advised that increased military activity across the country is planned and poses no cause for alarm.
Lewis Urges Rural West Voters to 'Stay the Course' Ahead of April 30 Election
Incumbent MP Richard Lewis has called on St. John's Rural West voters to re-elect him on April 30, defending his record and urging supporters to "stay the course" with the United Progressive Party. Lewis made the remarks at the UPP's campaign launch on Sunday night, warning against what he described as past political experimentation in the constituency.
ABLP Honours Five Long-Serving Members at Party Convention
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party honoured five long-serving members with plaques at its Sunday convention, where it also ratified all 17 candidates for the April 30 general election by unanimous acclamation. The event was held ahead of the party's manifesto launch scheduled for April 20.
PM Browne Dismisses UPP Call for Road Bond Probe, Defends Infrastructure Spending
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has dismissed a UPP pledge to investigate the government's $100 million road bond, calling the proposal politically driven and questioning why funds he describes as undrawn would warrant a corruption probe. The exchange marks an escalation in campaign rhetoric between the two parties ahead of the April 30 general election.
Independent Candidate Weston Targets NPA Reform and Transparency in St. Paul's Race
Independent candidate Alan "Spotlight" Weston is campaigning in St. Paul's ahead of the April 30 general election on a platform centred on National Parks Authority reform, utility accountability and infrastructure transparency. As reported by Antigua News Room, Weston is running outside the two main parties, citing roads, water supply and cost of living as his core issues.
Browne Warns Against 'Inexperience' as ABLP Eyes Continuity Ahead of April 30 Vote
ABLP leader Gaston Browne has urged voters to back his party for continuity ahead of the April 30 general election, warning that inexperienced leadership poses unacceptable risks for the small island nation. Browne made the appeal at the party's national convention, citing economic recovery, infrastructure investment and job creation as hallmarks of his administration's record.
Janela Evanson Elected President of ABPSA as New Executive Takes Office
Janela Evanson has been elected president of the Antigua and Barbuda Public Service Association, leading a newly installed executive team following elections at the organisation's annual general meeting. Evanson succeeds Joan Peters, who did not seek re-election.
Evanson Takes Helm of ABPSA as New Executive Committee Installed
Janela Evanson has been elected president of the Antigua and Barbuda Public Service Association, leading a newly installed executive committee chosen at last week's annual general meeting. Evanson, a former general secretary, succeeds outgoing president Joan Peters.
PM Browne Warns of 'Catastrophic' Fiscal Crisis Over Opposition's Tax-Free Proposals
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has warned that opposition candidate Jamale Pringle's tax-free proposals could trigger a 'catastrophic' fiscal crisis and threaten public sector jobs, setting up a sharp policy divide ahead of the April 30 general election.
PM Browne Rejects Pringle's Farming Tax Pledge, Says Exemptions Already Exist
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has rejected opposition leader Jamale Pringle's campaign pledge to make farming inputs tax-free, stating the exemptions are already in place. The dispute highlights a sharp policy disagreement between the ruling ABLP and the UPP ahead of the April 30 general election.
Vehicle Crashes Through Gates of Opposition Leader's Office on Independence Drive
A driver crashed through the gates of the Opposition Leader's office at Charlesworth T. Samuel House on Independence Drive Sunday night, also damaging a neighbouring property's fence. The driver's identity remains unknown and a police report is pending.
UPP's Pringle Vows Tax-Free Water Equipment and Infrastructure Push Ahead of April Vote
UPP leader Jamale Pringle has promised to eliminate taxes on water tanks, pumps, and pressure systems and accelerate infrastructure improvements if elected, framing the country's water crisis as a matter of basic dignity. The pledges were unveiled at the party's campaign launch ahead of the April 30 general election.
UPP Kicks Off Election Campaign with Faith-Centred 'Ignite' Rally
The United Progressive Party launched its general election campaign with a prayer-focused rally dubbed "Ignite," blending religious worship with political messaging as the party gears up to contest the April 30 general election. Candidates were introduced and prayed over as organisers emphasised faith, unity and change as the campaign's defining themes.
ABLP's Smith Denies Ordering Poster Removal, Hits Back at Lovell
ABLP candidate Anthony Smith Jr. has denied ordering the removal of campaign posters in All Saints West, dismissing allegations from opposition figure Harold Lovell as false and politically motivated ahead of the April 30 general election.
Nomination Day Underway Across All 17 Constituencies Ahead of April 30 Election
Antigua and Barbuda is observing Nomination Day today, with candidates from the ABLP, UPP, BPM, and independent contenders formally submitting their papers across all 17 constituencies ahead of the April 30 general election.
ABLP Honours Longstanding Members with Loyalty Awards at National Convention
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party honoured five longstanding members with loyalty awards during the closing segment of its national convention on Sunday. The event, attended by delegates from all 17 constituencies, was held as the party prepares for the April 30 general election.
PM Browne: ABLP Will Match Any 'Sensible' Opposition Promises on Campaign Trail
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has vowed that no opposition party will out-promise his government, pledging to match or implement any campaign proposal he deems sensible. The remarks, made on Pointe FM, come as political parties intensify campaigning ahead of the general election.