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Political Analyst Condemns Campaign Material Tampering Ahead of April 30 Election
A political analyst has condemned the removal and obstruction of campaign materials by supporters from rival parties ahead of Antigua and Barbuda's April 30 general election, calling the behaviour a sign of political tribalism. The incidents, reported by Antigua Observer, involve paraphernalia being stripped from lampposts and materials from one party being placed to obscure those of another.
Labour Dept Warns Employers: New $11.50 Minimum Wage Is Law
The Department of Labour is reminding employers that paying the new national minimum wage of $11.50 per hour, effective April 1, is a legal obligation. The reminder follows informal complaints from employees over reported non-compliance, as reported by Antigua Observer.
Electoral Registers Posted Nationwide as ABEC Notes Ballots Still Pending
Antigua and Barbuda's electoral registers have been posted in constituencies nationwide as the country moves closer to its April 30th General Elections. However, ABEC has confirmed that official ballots have not yet been printed.
Accused Swears on Mother's Life He Did Not Kill Senior Customs Officer
Accused Saleim Harrigan swore on his mother and children's lives that he had no involvement in the shooting death of senior Customs officer Nigel Christian, as police interviews with all three accused men were read into evidence before Justice Rajiv Persaud.
Greene Unveils Plans for Medical Complex and Fire Station in St. Paul
ABLP candidate for St. Paul, E.P. Chet Greene, has unveiled plans for a medical complex and a fire station in the constituency, alongside the reopening of a long-awaited health clinic. The announcements were made at a Tuesday evening meet-and-greet event, according to Antigua Observer.
Antiguan Youth Ambassadors Raise Sustainability Concerns at UN ECOSOC Forum
National Youth Ambassadors Amelia Williams and Kristine Louisa represented Antigua and Barbuda at the 2026 UN ECOSOC Youth Forum in New York, calling for stronger sustainability commitments during the Caribbean Regional Breakout Session.
CHOGM Taskforce Meets to Finalise Preparations for Antigua Summit
The CHOGM Taskforce and Commonwealth Secretariat held a joint meeting Tuesday to push forward preparations for the November summit in Antigua and Barbuda. High Commissioner Karen-Mae Hill chaired the session, which focused on technical inspections and venue readiness.
Ministry of Education Marks First Official World Art Day Celebration in Schools
Antigua and Barbuda's Ministry of Education is marking World Art Day for the first time with school-based activities highlighting the visual arts as central to national identity. Education Officer for Visual Arts Bernard F. Peters confirmed the initiative.
Prosecution Nears Close in Nigel Christian Murder Trial as Lead Investigator Testifies
The lead investigator in the Nigel Christian murder trial took the stand on Wednesday before Justice Rajiv Persaud, bringing the prosecution to the final stage of its case against three accused men. The female sergeant is expected to conclude her testimony on Thursday.
Gas Station Operators Petition Government for Margin Increase After 30 Years of Financial Strain
All 21 service station operators in Antigua and Barbuda have jointly petitioned the government for a dealer margin increase and greater transparency, warning that 30 years of financial strain have made the current model unsustainable.
30 Laptops Stolen in Break-In at Ministry of Health Headquarters
Thieves broke into the Ministry of Health headquarters between April 13 and 14, 2026, making off with 30 Dell Pro 16 laptops supplied by the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO).
UPP Candidate Proposes Four-Day Public Sector Work Week by 2027
UPP candidate Jamale Pringle has proposed moving Antigua and Barbuda's public sector to a four-day work week by 2027 if the party is elected to office. The announcement was made Tuesday at the UPP Rising Rally campaign event, as reported by Antigua Observer.
APUA Undergoes Most Intensive Modernisation Drive in Over 50 Years
Minister Melford Nicholas says APUA is experiencing its most intensive period of activity in over 50 years, with a primary contractor now engaged in automating the authority's systems to address national water challenges.
Political Apathy Threatening Caribbean Democracy, Analyst Warns on Nomination Day
Caribbean political analyst and sociology lecturer Claude J. Douglas warned on nomination day that voter apathy and party-imposed candidate selections are quietly eroding the region's hard-won democratic rights. Speaking on Observer AM, Douglas urged citizens to vote, cautioning that disengagement threatens the foundation of Caribbean democracy.
UPP's Lewis Challenges ABLP Rival's Record Ahead of St John's Rural West By-Election
UPP candidate Richard Lewis has dismissed campaign promises from ABLP Senator Michael Joseph in St John's Rural West, arguing the senator had direct responsibility over the constituency for years and failed to deliver. The remarks come ahead of the April 30th general elections.
Experts Warn Codrington Lagoon Faces Long-Term Threat From Unhealed Hurricane Breach
The sandbar breach opened by Hurricane Irma in Barbuda's Codrington Lagoon has never closed, and experts are now urging stronger monitoring, governance, and funding to protect the ecologically vital site from long-term damage.
GARD Center Champions Inclusive Voice for Farmers, Fishers in Biodiversity Planning
The Gilbert Agricultural and Rural Development Center is working to ensure small-scale farmers, fishers, and persons with disabilities have a genuine — not merely ceremonial — role in shaping Antigua and Barbuda's biodiversity management policies, according to Antigua Observer.
Aviation Veteran Launches Initiative to Train Caribbean Youth for Industry Careers
Edward Marcus Jarvis Fleming, a lawyer, pilot and former aircraft technician, is launching an aviation training initiative aimed at building Caribbean youth into industry professionals, with Antigua and Barbuda central to the effort.
Antigua and Barbuda Sends Largest-Ever Youth Delegation to UN ECOSOC Forum
Antigua and Barbuda is fielding its largest-ever delegation of young leaders at the 2026 UN ECOSOC Youth Forum in New York, held April 14–16 under the theme of transformative action for the 2030 Agenda. The participation marks a continued commitment by the nation to elevating its youth on the global stage.
Two Antiguans Selected for Prestigious US Young Leaders Fellowship Program
Joshuanette Francis, President of Good Humans 268 Inc., and one other individual have been selected to represent Antigua and Barbuda at the 2026 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative Fellowship Program in the United States.