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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.
ABLP Touts Tax Cuts, Food Aid and Subsidies as Cost-of-Living Relief Ahead of Election
ABLP leader Gaston Browne has highlighted tax cuts, food assistance and fuel subsidies as key relief measures for citizens, making his party's economic case to voters ahead of the April 30 general election. The remarks came during a campaign launch event at People's Place in St. John's.
Voter ID Replacements Top 25,000 as Some Constituencies Trail Behind
The Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission has processed over 25,000 voter ID replacement applications, but completion rates vary widely, with several St. John's constituencies still below 50%. Officials warn that delays in updating cards could affect participation in the next general election.
Beazer Calls for Unity and Development in Barbuda Ahead of General Election
Barbuda candidate Kendra Beazer has outlined a development agenda focused on education and entrepreneurship, saying residents are "tired of division" and ready for progress. His remarks come as campaigning intensifies ahead of the upcoming general election.
PM Browne Frames April 30 Election as Choice Between Progress and Regression
Prime Minister Gaston Browne launched the ABLP's election campaign at People's Place, urging supporters to back his government's record of economic progress over what he called the opposition's history of hardship and instability. The general election is scheduled for April 30.
UPP Ratifies Candidates Ahead of 2026 General Elections
The United Progressive Party has officially ratified its candidates for the 2026 general elections, marking a key milestone in the opposition party's electoral preparations.
PM Browne Sets April 30 Election Date at ABLP Campaign Launch
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced that Antigua and Barbuda will go to the polls on April 30, 2026, with Nomination Day set for April 13. The announcement was made Tuesday night at the ABLP's official campaign launch before thousands of supporters at People's Place.
PM Browne Calls Snap Election for April 30, Launches 'Big Red Machine' Campaign
Prime Minister Gaston Browne has called a snap general election for April 30, announcing the date at the launch of the ABLP's 'Big Red Machine' campaign before thousands of supporters. Nomination Day is set for April 13, with May 1 declared a public holiday.
ABLP Kicks Off 'Big Red Machine' Campaign Launch with Labour Queen Showcase
The Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party is set to launch its 'Big Red Machine' campaign tonight at People's Place, featuring Labour Queen contestants in a showcase of talent alongside political speeches and entertainment. The event begins at 7 p.m.
Caribbean Zone of Peace Doctrine Gains Momentum Through Regional Consensus
Ambassador Dr. Clarence E. Pilgrim, as reported by Antigua.news, argues that the Caribbean's Zone of Peace Doctrine has evolved from a regional aspiration into a functioning policy framework, supported by coordinated action across CARICOM, the OECS, and the Association of Caribbean States. The piece examines how recent regional summits have reinforced the Caribbean's commitment to diplomacy, multilateral cooperation, and structured peace as practical tools for small-state survival.
Caribbean's Zone of Peace Doctrine: Building Regional Stability Through Collective Action
Ambassador Dr. Clarence E. Pilgrim presents a detailed analysis of the Caribbean's Zone of Peace framework, arguing that regional institutions such as CARICOM, the OECS, and the ACS have transformed peace from an aspiration into a structured, functioning doctrine backed by decades of coordinated diplomacy. The commentary, as reported by Antigua News Room, draws on recent summit outcomes to illustrate how the region actively sustains stability through collective action and international law.
Over 24,000 Voter ID Cards Renewed as Antigua Heads Toward Election
Antigua and Barbuda's Supervisor of Elections Ian Hughes says more than 24,000 voter ID cards have been renewed since August 2024, with around 18,000 renewals still pending as the country approaches a general election. Prime Minister Gaston Browne is expected to announce the election date today.
Why Fixed Election Dates and Term Limits Are Incompatible With Antigua's Constitution
A detailed constitutional analysis, as reported by Antigua News Room, argues that proposals for fixed election dates and prime ministerial term limits are structurally incompatible with Antigua and Barbuda's Westminster-based 1981 Constitution. The multi-part series contends that both reforms import presidential logic into a parliamentary framework, undermining rather than strengthening democratic accountability.
From Schoolyards to Sofas: Caribbean Health Advocates Call for Play to Return as Public Health Priority
Caribbean health advocates Kayla Wright and Offniel Lamont are calling for traditional childhood play to be recognised as a public health priority, linking the decline of spontaneous movement across the region to rising rates of non-communicable diseases. As reported by Antigua News Room, they argue that restoring play-friendly environments — not just changing adult behaviour — is essential to reversing the Caribbean's NCD crisis.