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ABEC Sets April 13 Nomination Day for 2026 General Elections
ABEC has outlined the official guidelines for Nomination Day, set for April 13, 2026, detailing eligibility criteria, documentation requirements, and the EC$500 deposit fee for prospective candidates in the upcoming General Elections.
Returning Officers Appointed Ahead of Upcoming Elections
Antigua and Barbuda's electoral authorities have issued a formal notice announcing the appointment of Returning Officers, a key procedural step in the lead-up to elections.
Antigua Heads to the Polls April 30 as Snap Election Triggers Party Showdown
Antigua and Barbuda is heading to the polls on April 30th following the announcement of a snap general election, pitting Prime Minister Gaston Browne against opposition leader Jamale Pringle in a high-stakes political showdown.
ABLP's Greene Defines 'Renaissance' as People-Centred Vision for Antigua and Barbuda
ABLP chairman E.P. Chet Greene has outlined the party's "Renaissance" campaign vision as a people-centred framework for national renewal, covering sectors including healthcare, education, housing, and tourism. The theme anchors the party's re-election bid, with Greene calling on citizens to see themselves as active partners in Antigua and Barbuda's next phase of development.
ABLP's Newton Targets UPP Stronghold in All Saints East and St. Luke
ABLP candidate Lamin Newton is mounting a challenge against Opposition Leader Jamale Pringle in All Saints East and St. Luke, a constituency the UPP has held for over three decades. According to Antigua.news, Newton expressed confidence following the ABLP's campaign launch that momentum is shifting on the ground.
Simon Vows to Keep St. Mary's South Blue as UPP Eyes General Election Win
UPP candidate Kelvin "Shugy" Simon rallied supporters at Freedom Hall on Tuesday, vowing to retain the St. Mary's South seat in the upcoming general election and urging the party faithful to build on their historic back-to-back electoral victories.
Maria Browne Puts Growth and Renewal at Heart of St. John's Rural East Campaign
ABLP candidate and sitting MP Maria Bird Browne is campaigning for re-election in St. John's Rural East on a platform of infrastructure upgrades, flood mitigation, and a housing renewal initiative targeting abandoned and underutilized lands. According to Antigua.news, Browne says significant progress has already been made in roadworks and community development over the past two years.
Lovell Endorses Pringle, Rallies UPP Behind Unity Ahead of General Election
UPP candidate Harold Lovell publicly endorsed party leader Jamale Pringle at a candidate ratification event Tuesday night, urging supporters to set aside divisions and present a unified front ahead of the upcoming general election.
Lovell Rallies UPP Supporters, Calls for Unity and Change Ahead of April 30 Election
UPP representative Harold Lovell delivered a fiery address at the party's candidate ratification event at Freedom Hall on Tuesday, calling for unity and national change ahead of the April 30 general election. As reported by Antigua.news, Lovell urged supporters to move past internal divisions and commit to collective action under the banner of the UPP.
Opinion: Freeland's Grassroots Approach Positions Him as Distinct Voice for St. George
Michael Freeland, a candidate in the St. George constituency, has built a reputation for grassroots engagement and community investment ahead of the upcoming election, according to Antigua News Room. His initiatives spanning cricket, golf, and football have positioned him as a consistent and accessible figure in the community.
ABEC Sets April 10 Deadline for Voter Transfers Before April 30 General Election
ABEC has announced that electors seeking to transfer constituencies ahead of the April 30 general election must finalise their requests by 6:00 p.m. on April 10 at the Commission's headquarters. Newly registered voters who enrolled on or before February 28 have been confirmed as eligible to vote.
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.