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Benna Girls Travel to Jamaica Seeking First Win in Concacaf W Qualifiers
Antigua and Barbuda's 20-member senior women's football team has traveled to Jamaica to face the Reggae Girlz in Group B of the Concacaf W Qualifiers, seeking their first win after a 4-0 home defeat to Guyana.
Sir Richie Richardson Golf Day to Raise Funds for Two Local Charities
The Sir Richie Richardson Golf Day, set for April 11th at Cedar Valley Golf Course, will raise funds for the Striving for Excellence Golf Academy and the Kiwanis Club of Antigua AR Fusion's Bright Minds Project.
Five Antiguans Named in Leeward Islands Hurricanes Squad for CWI Four-Day Championship
Veteran all-rounder Rahkeem Cornwall leads five Antiguans selected in the 13-member Leeward Islands Hurricanes squad for the CWI Four-Day Championships, set to begin this weekend. Cornwall boasts 3,258 First Class runs and 450 wickets across 95 matches.
Antigua and Barbuda Swimmers Finish Carifta Championships With 15 Medals
Team Antigua and Barbuda wrapped up the Carifta Swimming Championships in Martinique with 15 total medals, capping the final day with one gold and two silver. Former Junior Sports Woman of the Year Ellie Shaw was among the top contributors for the national squad.
35 First Responders Complete Intensive HazMat Training at Police Training School
A team of 35 first responders from Antigua and Barbuda has completed a three-day HazMat Response and Management course at the Police Training School, as reported by Antigua Observer. The intensive training aimed to prepare the country's multidisciplinary safety forces to handle chemical and toxic threats.
ABPSA Kicks Off Annual Conference Under 'Stronger Together' Theme
The Antigua and Barbuda Public Service Association has opened its annual general conference at the Villa Polyclinic, with President Joan Peters calling on members to embrace purposeful, presence-driven leadership. The event is being held under the theme 'Stronger Together: Building Resilient Workers, Building a Resilient Public Service.'
PM Browne Sets April 30 Election Date, Rallies ABLP Faithful at Party HQ
Prime Minister Gaston Browne announced Tuesday night that Antigua and Barbuda's general election will be held on April 30, 2026, with Nomination Day set for April 13. The announcement was made before a large crowd of red-clad ABLP supporters at the party's headquarters, The People's Place.
Good Humans 268 Inc. Launches 300-Stop 'Ride for a Cause' Campaign for Disability Rights
Joshuanette Francis, President of Good Humans 268 Inc., has launched "Ride for a Cause," a 300-stop awareness campaign aimed at elevating the conversation around disability rights in Antigua and Barbuda. The initiative channels personal experience into a national advocacy movement.
UPP Leader Pringle Pledges Unity and Accountability, Dismisses Internal Discord Claims
UPP Political Leader Jamale Pringle used Tuesday's candidate ratification ceremony to publicly dismiss rumours of internal disunity, pledging accountability and rejecting what he called 'political bullying.' According to Antigua Observer, Pringle declared his word is his bond and reaffirmed the party's unity ahead of the coming political season.
Reparations Commission Fires Back at Reform UK's Visa Restriction Proposal
The Antigua and Barbuda Reparations Support Commission has responded to a Reform UK proposal that would restrict visas for nationals of countries seeking slavery reparations from Britain. The party, led by Nigel Farage, suggested the measure would be implemented if it comes to power.
ABDA Takes Oral Health Campaign to the Streets in Nation-First Parade
The Antigua and Barbuda Dental Association staged the country's first-ever oral health street parade in the capital, marking a decisive shift away from traditional school-based outreach efforts. ABDA Chairman Dr. Dickenson led the initiative as part of a broader strategy to bring dental health awareness directly to the public.
21st International Kite-Flying Festival Draws Competitors to Devil's Bridge on Easter Monday
Dain Dorsette won first place at the 21st International Kite Flying Festival at Devil's Bridge on Easter Monday, earning $300 in cash. The annual event continues to be a cherished Easter tradition in Antigua.
Elections Supervisor Reports ABEC Readiness, Spike in Voter ID Renewals
Supervisor of Elections Ian Hughes has provided an update on ABEC's readiness for the upcoming general elections, citing a significant increase in voter ID renewals and ongoing preparatory work by commission staff.
Chevening Scholar Dr. David Francis Champions Youth Policy at CHOGM 2026
Antiguan Chevening Scholar and physician Dr. David Francis, who carried the national flag at Westminster Abbey last month, is calling for youth-led policy to be prioritised at CHOGM 2026. According to Antigua Observer, Dr. Francis is urging Commonwealth leaders to give young people a genuine role in shaping the decisions that affect their futures.
Strictly Business, Buckleys 3J's, Female Flyers and Survivors Reach ABSCA T10 Finals
Four teams — Strictly Business, Buckleys 3J's, Female Flyers, and Survivors — have advanced to the finals of the ABSCA 10 Overs Competition following a dominant day of semi-final action. The finals are scheduled for next Sunday.
DeGannes, Shaw and McMillan Shine as Antigua and Barbuda Rack Up Carifta Swimming Gold
Antigua and Barbuda claimed six medals on day three of the Carifta Aquatics Championships in Martinique, with Anya DeGannes winning her second gold of the competition alongside gold medal performances from Shaw and McMillan.
Antigua and Barbuda Names 15-Member Squad for 2026 Caribbean Youth Netball Tournament
Antigua and Barbuda has named a 15-member netball squad, heavily drawn from the Antigua Girls' High School, to compete at the 2026 Jean Pierre Caribbean Youth Netball Tournament in Trinidad from April 11–17.
Young Athletes Return Home to Heroes' Welcome After CARIFTA Games Glory
Antigua and Barbuda's junior athletes were met with a jubilant welcome at V.C. Bird International Airport following their impressive showing at the 53rd CARIFTA Games in Grenada. Family, coaches, and supporters gathered to celebrate the team's achievements on the regional stage.
PM Browne Defends Road Works Surge, Cites $100M Reserve to Fund Projects Beyond Election
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has defended the ongoing surge in road construction across Antigua and Barbuda, saying a $100 million reserve will keep projects running long after the election season. Browne made the remarks on the Browne and Browne program via Pointe Broadcasting Network on Saturday.
MCA Chief Takes Public Education Push Ahead of Cannabis Festival
MCA CEO Regis Burton is using the upcoming Antigua and Barbuda Cannabis Festival as an opportunity to educate the public on how the medicinal cannabis industry operates. As reported by Antigua Observer, Burton outlined the authority's full scope of work as part of the public awareness push.