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PM Browne Cites Global Instability as Driving Force Behind Early Election Call
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has defended his decision to call snap elections on April 30, citing global instability and the need for a secure mandate as key drivers. Speaking at the ABLP's campaign launch, Browne rejected claims the early poll was designed to exploit opposition weakness.
Browne Urges Voters to Renew ID Cards Before April 30 Election
ABLP leader Gaston Browne has urged voters to renew their identification cards immediately, warning that those who fail to do so risk being unable to vote in the April 30 general election.
ABEC Sets April 10 Deadline for Constituency Transfers Ahead of General Elections
ABEC has set a 6:00 p.m. deadline of April 10, 2026, for electors to complete constituency transfers ahead of the April 30 General Elections. First-time registrants who signed up by February 28 are confirmed eligible to vote.
UPP Ratifies Full Slate of 16 Candidates for April 30 General Election
The United Progressive Party has ratified its full slate of 16 candidates for the April 30th general election at a General Council meeting held at Freedom Hall on Tuesday night. The party is set to officially launch its campaign on April 12th in Rural West under the theme "Ignite," with nomination day scheduled for April 13th.
Opinion: Is Masicka's Cultural Ambassador Appointment a Shortcut Over Substance?
A new opinion piece, as reported by Antigua News Room, raises serious questions about the government's decision to appoint Jamaican dancehall artist Masicka as a cultural ambassador, arguing the move prioritises imported influence over investment in homegrown Antiguan talent.
Reform UK Threatens Visa Bans on Reparations-Seeking Nations; Caribbean Commission Hits Back
Reform UK has proposed blocking visa applications from citizens of countries seeking slavery reparations, a policy the CARICOM reparations commission has condemned as rooted in "toxic racism." The announcement, as reported by Antigua News Room, has sparked fierce international debate ahead of Britain's 2029 general election.
CARICOM Reparations Commission Condemns Reform UK's Proposed Visa Ban on Caribbean Nations
The CARICOM Reparations Commission has strongly condemned Reform UK's proposed "Reparations Lock," which would block all new visas to nationals of Antigua and Barbuda and 18 other Caribbean and African countries pursuing slavery reparations. CRC Chairman Professor Sir Hilary Beckles called the move consistent with the "legacy of toxic racism" and argued that Britain's 1833 Emancipation Act was a property compensation measure, not a moral one.
Calypsonian Billy 'King Warrior' Defects from UPP to Support ALP's Lamin Newton in All Saints East & St. Luke
Award-winning calypsonian Billy 'King Warrior' has publicly defected from the UPP to endorse ALP candidate Lamin Newton in the All Saints East and St. Luke constituency race. The high-profile endorsement was captured on video, as reported by Antigua News Room.
Johnson Pledges Road Upgrades, Sports Facilities and 'Educational Revolution' for St. Philip South
St. Philip South candidate Kiz Johnson has pledged to prioritise road repairs, sporting facilities and youth engagement, while committing to a long-term "educational revolution" in the constituency. Her remarks come as campaigning intensifies ahead of the upcoming general election.
ABLP Touts Tax Cuts, Food Aid and Subsidies as Cost-of-Living Relief Ahead of Election
ABLP leader Gaston Browne has highlighted tax cuts, food assistance and fuel subsidies as key relief measures for citizens, making his party's economic case to voters ahead of the April 30 general election. The remarks came during a campaign launch event at People's Place in St. John's.
Voter ID Replacements Top 25,000 as Some Constituencies Trail Behind
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has processed over 25,000 voter ID replacement applications, but completion rates vary widely, with several St. John's constituencies still below 50%. Officials warn that delays in updating cards could affect participation in the next general election.
Beazer Calls for Unity and Development in Barbuda Ahead of General Election
Barbuda candidate Kendra Beazer has outlined a development agenda focused on education and entrepreneurship, saying residents are "tired of division" and ready for progress. His remarks come as campaigning intensifies ahead of the upcoming general election.
PM Browne Frames April 30 Election as Choice Between Progress and Regression
Prime Minister Gaston Browne launched the ABLP's election campaign at People's Place, urging supporters to back his government's record of economic progress over what he called the opposition's history of hardship and instability. The general election is scheduled for April 30.
Dancehall Star Masicka to Host Youth Motivational Session in Antigua
Dancehall artiste and Cultural Ambassador Masicka will host a youth motivational session in Antigua on Wednesday, sharing his personal journey of discipline and success. The event, titled "Manifesting Greatness: From the Streets to the Stage," is set for 5 p.m. at the Villa Polyclinic.
UPP Ratifies Candidates Ahead of 2026 General Elections
The United Progressive Party has officially ratified its candidates for the 2026 general elections, marking a key milestone in the opposition party's electoral preparations.
PM Browne Sets April 30 Election Date at ABLP Campaign Launch
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that Antigua and Barbuda will go to the polls on April 30, 2026, with Nomination Day set for April 13. The announcement was made Tuesday night at the ABLP's official campaign launch before thousands of supporters at People's Place.
PM Browne Calls Snap Election for April 30, Launches 'Big Red Machine' Campaign
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has called a snap general election for April 30, announcing the date at the launch of the ABLP's 'Big Red Machine' campaign before thousands of supporters. Nomination Day is set for April 13, with May 1 declared a public holiday.
Coast Guard Ends Search for Three Missing Urlings Fishermen After Month-Long Operation
The Antigua and Barbuda Coast Guard has called off its search for three Urlings fishermen — Devon Prince, Adrian Price, and Carlton Pitt — who disappeared at sea on March 11, after a weeks-long multi-island operation recovered only an engine cover and a cooler.
Coast Guard Ends Search for Three Missing Urlings Fishermen
The Antigua and Barbuda Coast Guard has called off its search for three Urlings fishermen — Adrian Pryce, Carlton Pitt, and Devon Prince — who disappeared at sea nearly a month ago. Their families continue to hold out hope despite the suspension of official search efforts.
Four Hospitalised After Easter Monday Collision on Pares Main Road
Four people, including a minor, were hospitalised with serious injuries after a collision between a Toyota Hiace van and a Honda Accord on Pares Main Road on Easter Monday. Police are investigating the crash, which reportedly occurred after the car overtook a line of traffic at speed.