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Minister Joseph Meets Climate Fund Director at Berlin Forum to Push for SIDS Access
Minister of Health and Environment Michael Joseph met with the Executive Director of the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage at the Berlin Climate Mobility Forum 2026, pressing for equitable climate finance access for Small Island Developing States. The discussions focused on strengthening collaboration and ensuring vulnerable nations can access timely support for climate-related loss and damage.
CARICOM Eminent Persons Group Delays Haiti Visit Amid Ongoing Political Crisis
The CARICOM Eminent Persons Group has postponed its visit to Haiti, saying it will schedule the trip as soon as practicable while continuing to monitor the country's political situation through virtual engagements. The group says it remains committed to holding in-person meetings with Haitian government, political, and civil society stakeholders.
Old Road Centenarian Alberta Roberts-Nicholas Turns 100, Honoured by Government
The Ministry of Social and Urban Transformation celebrated Old Road Village resident Mrs. Alberta Roberts-Nicholas on her 100th birthday, presenting her with a EC$10,000 cheque from the Government of Antigua and Barbuda in recognition of the milestone.
Ministry Celebrates Bolans Native Mrs. Mary Lewis on Her 101st Birthday
The Ministry of Social and Urban Transformation joined family members across Antigua and New York to celebrate the 101st birthday of Bolans native Mrs. Mary Alexandrina Lewis, honouring her as a national treasure and living legend. A virtual celebration brought together government officials, community representatives, and relatives to mark the milestone of a woman whose life of faith, service, and resilience has spanned more than a century of Antiguan history.
Youth Mental Health Findings Handed to Minister Joseph to Shape New Legislation
Health Minister Michael Joseph has received two reports documenting the findings of a national youth consultation on mental health care, which will inform the development of Antigua and Barbuda's Mental Health Care Bill 2026. The initiative engaged approximately 1,300 children and adolescents through surveys and focus groups.
Sandals Foundation Pumps EC$38,000 Into Antigua Youth Entrepreneurship Programme
The Sandals Foundation has invested EC$38,000 in the Department of Youth Affairs' Entrepreneurship Edge Programme, now in its second year, equipping young Antiguan and Barbudan entrepreneurs with business skills through a six-week curriculum delivered by industry professionals.
PM Browne Warns Cabinet: Election Promises Must Be Kept
Prime Minister Browne has reminded Cabinet ministers of their duty to deliver on election promises, outlining key priorities including a major road rehabilitation programme and infrastructure upgrades for national events. The Prime Minister called for diligence, humility, and a renewed commitment to serving the people of Antigua and Barbuda.
PM Browne Calls on Cabinet to Deliver Results, Sets Ambitious Infrastructure Targets
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has urged Cabinet members to deliver on the Government's electoral mandate, outlining key priorities including completing 75 per cent of the national road network within four years and enhancing preparations for Carnival and CHOGM.
Government to Cover Up to Half of Law Tuition Costs at UWI Five Islands
Cabinet has approved a measure to cover up to 50 percent of tuition costs for law students at UWI Five Islands, as part of the Government's wider push to expand access to higher education. A new ministerial sub-committee will also work with the campus to align its programmes with national development priorities.
Cabinet Recommends Sir David Harrison to Chair UWI Five Islands Campus Council
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has recommended Sir David Harrison, a prominent UK entrepreneur and philanthropist, to chair both the UWI Five Islands Campus Council and its Endowment Fund. The recommendation recognises his decades of business leadership and his sustained investment in education and social mobility in Antigua and Barbuda.
Dominica's UWP Unveils New Candidates in Push to End 27 Years of Labour Rule
Dominica's United Workers Party has launched "Team Dominica," unveiling two new candidates and reaffirming Danny Lugay for an expected Roseau North by-election as the opposition seeks to end nearly 27 years of Dominica Labour Party rule. According to Antigua News Room, party leader Dr. Thompson Fontaine called on voters to use the anticipated contest to send a strong message to the current government.
Antigua Cancer Centre on Track to Open This Fall, Specialist Staff Already Being Recruited
Antigua and Barbuda's cancer treatment centre is on track to open this fall, with a radiation oncologist, physicist, and therapist already identified and being integrated into the programme. Government officials say the facility is expected to significantly cut the millions spent monthly sending patients abroad for treatment.
Cancer Centre Antigua Nears Completion, Promising World-Class Treatment at Home
The Cancer Centre Antigua is entering its final stages of completion, with advanced radiotherapy equipment already purchased and key clinical staff identified. The facility is expected to begin offering world-class cancer treatment services locally by early Fall.
CWI Proposes $6.6M Cricket Campus at Coolidge to Boost Development and Tourism
Cricket West Indies has proposed a US$6.6 million cricket campus at its Coolidge headquarters, featuring an international training facility, museum and simulator, with construction expected by March 2027. The plans also include grassroots school programmes, overseas exchange opportunities for young players and expanded community outreach.
Cabinet Approves Water, Telecom Upgrades and Fuel Subsidy Continuation
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a series of water and telecommunications infrastructure upgrades while reaffirming its commitment to fuel subsidies to protect consumers from global market pressures. Key highlights include increased water production capacity, a new telecom sub-station, and an expected rollout of number portability by July 2026.
SLBMC Staff Walk in Memory of Beloved Surgeon Dr. Subbiah Radhakrishnan
Staff at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre gathered for a memorial walk honouring the late Consultant Surgeon Dr. Subbiah Radhakrishnan, celebrating his surgical expertise, mentorship and decades of dedicated service to healthcare in Antigua and Barbuda.
Cricket West Indies Plans US$6.6M Campus in Antigua, Cabinet Backs Ambitious Growth Drive
Cricket West Indies has presented Cabinet with plans for a US$6.6 million campus at its Coolidge headquarters, to be completed by March 2027, as part of a wider push to grow cricket at all levels in Antigua and Barbuda. The Antigua and Barbuda Falcons also outlined grassroots initiatives, international development pathways for young players and outreach efforts targeting the island's Spanish-speaking community.
Cabinet Approves Infrastructure Measures Targeting Water, Internet and Energy Services
Antigua and Barbuda's Cabinet has approved a range of measures to bolster utility infrastructure, covering water production upgrades, telecommunications improvements, and continued fuel subsidies for consumers. The decisions follow extensive discussions on the country's water supply challenges, internet connectivity needs, and the impact of the ongoing global oil crisis.
SLBMC Staff Hold Remembrance Walk to Honour Late Surgeon Dr. Subbiah Radhakrishnan
Staff at the Sir Lester Bird Medical Centre held a memorial walk to honour recently departed Consultant Surgeon Dr. Subbiah Radhakrishnan, remembered for his surgical skill, mentorship and compassionate care. According to Antigua.news, doctors, nurses, administrators and support staff all participated in the tribute.
Gov't to Channel EC$5M from Sandals Tax Settlement into Fort James Renaissance Park
The Antiguan government will direct EC$5 million from a EC$6.5 million tax settlement with Sandals Resorts toward the long-anticipated Renaissance Park development at Fort James. Plans for the site include a marina, amphitheater, boutique hotel, and commercial retail spaces, with preliminary assessments already underway.