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Trevor Walker Renews Call for Barbudan Separation: 'Leave Barbuda Alone'
Barbuda's Trevor Walker has again called for separation from Antigua, urging authorities to 'leave Barbuda alone' in remarks reported by Antigua News Room.
ABEC Declares ABLP Winner in 2026 General Elections Across Most Constituencies
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has officially declared the results of the 2026 General Elections, with the ABLP securing a dominant victory across most of the country's 17 constituencies. The Barbuda People's Movement retained its hold on Barbuda.
Browne Calls for Unity After ABLP Wins 15 of 17 Parliamentary Seats
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has urged supporters to avoid gloating and embrace national unity following the ABLP's sweeping general election victory, in which the party captured 15 of 17 parliamentary seats. Browne called on Antiguans and Barbudans to increase productivity and seize available opportunities as his administration prepares to begin a fourth consecutive term.
ABLP Sweeps General Elections, Wins 14 of 16 Declared Seats
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has officially declared results from the April 30, 2026 General Elections, with the ABLP winning 14 of 16 declared seats. The UPP and Barbuda People's Movement each claimed one constituency.
Commentary: A Fourth Term and the Leadership Lessons Written in Hard Places
Antigua and Barbuda marked Labour Day 2026 with a historic milestone as the nation's Prime Minister began a fourth consecutive term — an achievement described as virtually unprecedented in the Caribbean. Commentator Garfield Joseph reflects on what the moment means for young people navigating hardship across the region.
Anthony Smith Wins All Saints West by 384 Votes, Proving Support Transcends Party Lines
Anthony Smith has won the All Saints West seat in the 2026 General Election, defeating former UPP leader Harold Lovell by 384 votes in a result that underscored broad constituent confidence in his representation. His victory was part of the ABLP's sweeping return to power, with Prime Minister Gaston Browne securing a fourth consecutive term.
Newton Vows to Continue Community Work After ASESL Election Defeat
Lamin Newton has thanked the 1,239 supporters who backed his general election campaign in All Saints East and St Luke, vowing to remain active in the constituency despite his defeat.
Dwayne George Vows 'Real Work Starts Now' After St Mary's South Election Win
Dwayne George has claimed victory in St Mary's South, thanking voters and declaring that "the real work starts now" as he prepares to take up his role as the constituency's representative.
Rotary Club of Antigua Donates XCD 2,500 to Women's Health Expo
The Rotary Club of Antigua has donated XCD 2,500 to Scrub Life Cares in support of the 5th Annual Grow With the Flo Women and Girls Health Expo, set for May 23, 2026, in Swetes Village. The funding will advance health education and services focused on menstrual equity and reproductive health for women and girls across Antigua and Barbuda.
Gaston Browne Sworn In for Fourth Term After ABLP Landslide Victory
Prime Minister Gaston Browne was sworn in for an unprecedented fourth consecutive term on Friday after the ABLP secured 15 of 17 parliamentary seats in Thursday's general election. The opposition UPP was reduced to a single seat in Parliament.
Pollster Doubts Pringle's Long-Term Future as UPP Leader
Regional pollster Peter Wickham has cast doubt on Jamale Pringle's future as UPP leader, suggesting the party may adopt an extra-parliamentary leadership model following its crushing electoral defeat. Wickham argues Pringle's position as opposition leader reflects constituency strength rather than broad party confidence.
Pringle Concedes as UPP Reduced to Single Seat in Sweeping ABLP Victory
UPP leader Jamale Pringle has conceded defeat in Thursday's general election after the party was reduced to a single parliamentary seat, while the ABLP's Gaston Browne secured an unprecedented fourth consecutive term. Pringle congratulated the Labour Party and pledged that the UPP would speak publicly "in a short time."
Beazer Vows to Stay in Politics After Barbuda Election Defeat
ABLP candidate Kendra Beazer has conceded defeat to veteran BPM politician Trevor Walker in Barbuda, expressing disappointment while vowing to remain active in the island's political life. Beazer praised his own campaign and the ABLP's broader national performance as he looked ahead to future opportunities.
Kiz Johnson Pledges Action on Infrastructure, Housing and Education After St. Philip's South Win
Newly elected St. Philip's South representative Kiz Johnson has outlined early priorities including infrastructure upgrades, affordable housing, and education scholarships, vowing that work in the constituency will continue without pause following her electoral victory.
ABLP's Michael Joseph Wins St. John's Rural West By-Election
ABLP candidate Michael Joseph has defeated UPP's Richard Lewis in the St. John's Rural West by-election, capturing 1,223 votes to Lewis's 903 with 65 percent of ballots counted.
ABLP's Anthony Smith Jr. Wins All Saints West Seat
ABLP candidate Anthony Smith Jr. has defeated UPP's Harold Lovell in All Saints West, capturing 1,590 votes to Lovell's 1,282 with 80 percent of ballots counted. The result brings the constituency into the ABLP column.
ABLP's Dr. Philmore Benjamin Wins St. Mary's North Seat
Dr. Philmore Benjamin has claimed victory in St. Mary's North for the ABLP, defeating UPP candidate Johnathan Joseph with 1,384 votes to 988, with 75 percent of ballots counted.
Browne Pledges Unity and Faithful Service After ABLP's Sweeping Election Victory
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has claimed a sweeping fourth-term election victory, with the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party projected to win approximately 15 of 17 parliamentary seats. Browne pledged humble, accountable leadership and called on all citizens to unite behind a shared national development agenda.
Freeland Delivers ABLP Victory in St. George Constituency
ABLP candidate Michael Freeland has won the St. George constituency, defeating UPP challenger Kelton Dalso by 839 votes with all ballots counted. The result marks a shift in the seat from blue to red.
ABLP's E.P. Greene Takes Early Lead in St. Paul with 64% of Votes Counted
ABLP candidate E. Paul Chet Greene leads in St. Paul with 939 votes to UPP's Franz De Freitas' 450, with 64 percent of ballots counted. Five ballots have been rejected, and counting continues.