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Visitor Dies From Imported Malaria in Antigua and Barbuda; Second Case Confirmed
A male visitor has died after contracting malaria upon arriving in Antigua and Barbuda from a malaria-endemic country, with health authorities confirming two imported cases in total. Officials stress there is no evidence of local transmission and have intensified surveillance and mosquito-control measures.
Jet Ski Explosion at Hawksbill Beach Leaves Man With Serious Burns
A young man was taken to the Sir Lester Bird Medical Center with serious burn injuries after a jet ski caught fire and exploded off Hawksbill Beach on Friday afternoon. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation.
A.G.L Tutoring Founder Returns to All Saints Secondary with Student Support Drive
A.G.L Tutoring founder Andrecia Lewis has returned to her former school, All Saints Secondary, delivering exam preparation packages to students as part of a community outreach initiative promoting academic support and inclusion for neurodivergent learners.
Four Young Cricketers Depart for UK Clubs Under Antigua Exchange Programme
Four Antiguan and Barbudan cricketers have arrived in the United Kingdom to compete with English club sides as part of the seventh cohort of the Antigua Exchange Programme, a youth development initiative with ties to the country's High Commission in London. The players will spend four months gaining exposure to competitive league cricket across Nottinghamshire and other counties.
Antiguan Cricketer Matthew Miller Shines in England on Pioneering Bede's Scholarship
Antiguan cricketer Matthew Miller has made a striking start to the 2026 season in England as the first recipient of the Antigua and Barbuda–Bede's School cricket scholarship, scoring 463 runs at an average of 66.14 and taking 15 wickets. His progress was observed by Antigua and Barbuda's High Commissioner to the UK, Karen-Mae Hill, who praised his performances as a reflection of the value of sport and education partnerships.
CETRI Opens Second Round of Grants for Caribbean Climate and Energy Journalists
The Caribbean Energy Transition Reporting Initiative (CETRI) has opened its second round of regional journalism grants, accepting applications from May 20 to June 20, 2026, for media professionals producing original stories on climate, energy and sustainability. Successful recipients are expected to be announced on June 25.
Antigua and Barbuda Confirms Two Malaria Cases, Tightens Port Health Screening
Two cases of malaria have been confirmed in Antigua and Barbuda, prompting the Government to expand health screening at ports of entry and place the Infectious Disease Centre on heightened readiness. The Ministry of Health is expected to provide further details at a press briefing on Friday.
Run in Paradise Marks 10th Anniversary with Biggest Race Yet on May 24, 2026
Run in Paradise marks its 10th anniversary on May 24, 2026, with its biggest staging yet, featuring Half Marathon, 10K, and 5K races drawing local and international participants to Antigua and Barbuda. The milestone event will conclude at the scenic Fort James Beach and includes an expected contingent of around 50 runners from the United States.
APUA Apologises to Electoral Commission Over Water Disruptions at Registration Centres
APUA has apologised to the Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission after water supply disruptions affected registration centres and interrupted public services. The authority says teams are working to restore service while ongoing efforts aim to improve network reliability.
Police Launch Probe into Officer's Social Media Post Linked to Sexual Offence Case
The Royal Police Force of Antigua and Barbuda is investigating a social media post allegedly made by one of its officers following a court matter involving a sexual offence. The Police Administration has apologised to the victim and assured the public the matter is being treated with urgency.
Community Mourns Brianna Clarke at Funeral Service Two Months After Fatal Shooting
Hundreds of family members, friends and community residents gathered Thursday at Beacon Light Nazarene Church to bid farewell to 18-year-old Brianna Clarke, nearly two months after she was fatally shot on Hann Street in Villa. Prime Minister Gaston Browne was among those in attendance as calls for justice in the case continue.
Family and Police Appeal for Public Help in Search for Missing Man Caleb Auguiste
Authorities and relatives are urgently appealing to the public for help in locating missing resident Caleb Auguiste. Anyone with information is asked to contact the nearest police station or call 268-781-1176 or 268-775-3776.
ABEC Temporarily Closes Two Registration Units Due to Water Outage
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has closed two voter registration offices for the day after both locations lost access to running water. Constituents in St. Peter, St. John's City East, St. John's City South, and St. John's Rural East are affected.
Stolen Car Belonging to Former Police Inspector Recovered Abandoned in Scotts Hill
A Toyota Allion stolen from former police inspector Trevor Young in a daylight theft at the Herberts and All Saints Roads intersection has been recovered abandoned in Scotts Hill, according to Antigua.news. The vehicle was found with its licence plates removed, and police investigations are continuing.
400+ Eye Surgeries and 10,000 Student Screenings Planned Under Expanded Vision Care Drive
More than 400 eye surgeries are planned for Antiguans and Barbudans this year as part of an expanded national vision care drive that also includes eye screenings for approximately 10,000 students and a forthcoming distribution of free eyeglasses.
Cuban Ambassador Condemns U.S. Indictment of Raúl Castro as Politically Motivated
Cuba's Ambassador to Antigua and Barbuda has condemned the U.S. Department of Justice indictment of Army General Raúl Castro as a politically motivated escalation, dismissing the charges as a manipulation of events from over three decades ago. The opinion piece, as reported by Antigua.news, reaffirms Cuba's commitment to sovereignty and self-determination in the face of what the Ambassador describes as ongoing U.S. aggression.
Jolly Harbour Freeholder Takes APUA to Court Over Utility Regulation Failures
A Jolly Harbour freeholder has filed a judicial review challenging whether APUA has lawfully overseen the supply of water and electricity to approximately 850 freehold parcels in the gated community. The case, as reported by Antigua.news, alleges that utility provider CDAL has operated without the required permissions, delegations, or approved tariffs under the Public Utilities Act.
Antigua and Barbuda, Japan Reaffirm Diplomatic Ties at COFCOR Sideline Talks
Senior diplomats from Antigua and Barbuda and Japan held bilateral talks in Suriname, reaffirming ties and discussing cooperation on climate change, CHOGM logistics, and the possible establishment of an Antiguan mission in Tokyo. The meeting, reported by Antigua.news, took place on the sidelines of the 29th COFCOR meeting.
Barbuda Land Registry Set for August 2026 Launch as Cabinet Approves Reform Plan
Cabinet has approved a centralised framework to launch the Barbuda Land Registry by August 31, 2026, following the near-completion of the island's Land Adjudication process. The move is part of broader land reform efforts, including a separate initiative to sell 216 acres at Louis Hill to Barbudans for $1.
Antigua and Barbuda Secures Sustainability Partnership Ahead of CHOGM 2026
Antigua and Barbuda has forged a partnership with the King Charles III-founded Sustainable Markets Initiative to drive green investment and climate resilience ahead of CHOGM 2026. Talks held in London on May 21 identified several areas for collaboration, including sargassum management, renewable energy, port modernisation and Barbuda's green transition.