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ABEC Chairman Calls for Peaceful, Responsible Voting Ahead of 2026 General Elections
ABEC Chairman Arthur Thomas has issued an Election Day appeal urging citizens to vote peacefully and responsibly in the 2026 General Elections, stressing the importance of every vote in shaping the nation's future.
Voting Underway in Barbuda
Voting is underway in Barbuda, according to Antigua News Room. Further details are expected as the electoral process continues.
ABEC Chairman Calls for Full Voter Turnout and Peaceful Conduct on Election Day
ABEC Chairman Arthur G.B. Thomas has urged citizens to turn out and vote before polls close at 6 p.m., calling for peaceful conduct and respect for the election outcome. Voters are reminded to bring a valid voter identification card to cast their ballot.
ABLP Candidate Warns Voters of False Calls Directing Them to Wrong Polling Stations
ABLP candidate Daryll S. Matthew has warned St. John's Rural South voters of fraudulent phone calls, allegedly from individuals claiming ABLP affiliation, directing electors to incorrect polling stations on Election Day. Matthew issued correct polling station assignments for all three districts in the constituency.
Voter ID Replacements Surge in Final Days Before Antigua General Election
Voter ID replacement applications surged in the days before Antigua and Barbuda's general election, with the Electoral Commission recording more than 32,700 transactions in April alone. Completion rates varied significantly across constituencies, with St. Peter leading at 93 percent.
Voter Arrives at 3:30 A.M. in All Saints East & St. Luke, Raises Alarm Over Low Turnout
A voter in All Saints East and St. Luke arrived at his polling station at 3:30 a.m. on Election Day but expressed disappointment over what he described as low voter turnout in the constituency, as reported by Antigua.news.
Election Officials Ready Polling Stations Across Antigua and Barbuda Before Dawn
Election officials, security personnel and party representatives were in place before dawn as polling stations across Antigua and Barbuda opened on schedule at 6 a.m. for the 2026 general election.
Registration Units Open Early for Voter ID Collection Ahead of General Election
Registration units across Antigua and Barbuda opened as early as 6 a.m. today to allow electors to collect Voter Identification Cards ahead of the ongoing general election. Officials are urging all eligible voters to take advantage of the extended hours.
Antiguans Turn Out Early as Polls Open for Closely Watched General Election
Voters across Antigua and Barbuda turned out in strong numbers from the early morning hours as polls opened at 6:00 a.m. for a general election that will decide the country's leadership between the ABLP and the UPP for the next five years.
Antigua and Barbuda Goes to the Polls in 2026 General Election
Voters across Antigua and Barbuda headed to the polls on Thursday morning as the 2026 general election got underway in all 17 constituencies. The contest is primarily between the ruling ABLP and the opposition UPP, with counting expected to extend into Friday.
Pringle Calls for Change, Browne Touts 'Renaissance' in Final Election Appeals
On the eve of Antigua and Barbuda's general election, opposition leader Jamale Pringle made a final appeal for change while Prime Minister Gaston Browne championed his administration's record of national renewal, as voters prepared to head to the polls.
OPINION: Are Workers Truly Safe in Their Workplaces?
As the world observes World Day for Safety and Health at Work on April 28, educator and social commentator Wayne Campbell examines whether workers truly feel safe in their workplaces, calling for stronger policies to address both physical and psychosocial occupational hazards.
Foreign Affairs Minister Calls for Full Commonwealth Participation at CHOGM 2026
Foreign Affairs Minister E.P. Chet Greene has called on Commonwealth member states to fully participate in CHOGM 2026, set for November 1–4 in Antigua and Barbuda. The appeal was made during a welcome reception for an advance diplomatic delegation visiting the island this week.
ABEC Chairman Demands Order and Valid ID as Antigua and Barbuda Heads to the Polls
ABEC Chairman Arthur G.B. Thomas has issued a firm pre-election directive requiring valid voter ID at all polling stations and calling for order, neutrality, and mutual respect throughout election day. As reported by Antigua News Room, Thomas stressed that compliance with electoral rules is essential to the credibility of the outcome.
US to Deny Visas to Applicants Who Admit Fearing Persecution at Home
The Trump administration is requiring nonimmigrant visa applicants to verbally confirm they do not fear persecution at home, with any admission of fear resulting in visa denial. The policy, detailed in a diplomatic cable to all US embassies and consulates, marks a further tightening of US immigration restrictions.
Antigua and Barbuda Heads to the Polls Tomorrow as 37 Candidates Vie for 17 Seats
Antigua and Barbuda heads to the polls tomorrow, with 37 candidates contesting 17 seats in a general election that will determine the country's next government. The outcome will shape the nation's leadership for the next five years.
ABEC Briefs Local and International Observers Ahead of April 30 General Elections
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission held a final pre-election briefing with local, regional, and international observers on Tuesday, outlining preparations for the General Elections set for April 30, 2026. Commission officials emphasized transparency, operational readiness, and adherence to international electoral standards.
ABEC Extends Hours to 10PM to Process Voter ID Cards Before Thursday's Election
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has extended its operating hours to 10 p.m. on Wednesday to process a surge in voter ID card applications, though replacement and renewal requests will no longer be accepted after 7 p.m.
ABEC Extends Voter ID Collection Hours to 10PM Before Election Day
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has extended registration unit hours to 10 p.m. to allow electors more time to collect voter ID cards, though the renewal process closes at 7 p.m. A valid voter ID card is required to cast a ballot.
Antigua Ambassador Proposes China-Backed Surveillance Network in Diplomatic Meeting
Antigua and Barbuda's Ambassador Dr. Dario Item met with China's Ambassador Jiang Wei on Wednesday, proposing Chinese support for a nationwide surveillance network as part of broader discussions on security and bilateral cooperation. According to Antigua.news, both sides agreed to continue talks on the initiative and other areas of joint development.