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UWI Five Islands Campus and Primary School Host Second Annual 5K Run/Walk
The UWI Five Islands Campus and the Five Islands Primary School hosted their second annual 5K Run/Walk on Sunday, drawing strong community participation in support of scholarships, school programmes, and active living. The event forms part of a broader wellness drive by the campus that has included previous initiatives such as a 'No Sugar November' campaign.
Governor General Presents Top Honours to Winner of Historic Mini Globe Race
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams presented the top prize to Renaut Stitelmann, winner of the McIntyre Mini Globe Race, at an official ceremony in Antigua and Barbuda, the race's designated start and finish point. The historic event saw fifteen solo sailors circumnavigate the globe before returning to the island nation.
Governor General Presents Awards at McIntyre Mini Globe Race Ceremony
Governor General Sir Rodney Williams presented the top prize to Mini Globe Race winner Renaut Stitelmann at a ceremony in Antigua and Barbuda, the official start and finish point of the solo around-the-world race. Fifteen sailors completed the historic challenge, underscoring the island nation's status as a world-class sailing destination.
Antigua and Barbuda Earns Third Place at Inaugural OECS Robotics Challenge
Antigua and Barbuda's debut team at the inaugural OECS Super Regional Robotics Challenge 2026 finished third, defeating St. Lucia in the bronze medal match held in St. Kitts. St. Vincent and the Grenadines claimed the overall title.
Social Security Board Backs 20th Gillian Brazier Basketball Tournament
The Antigua and Barbuda Social Security Board has presented a sponsorship cheque to the CPTSA Wings Sports Club in support of the 20th Gillian Brazier Basketball Tournament, set to run from March 30 to April 4, 2026, at the JSC Sports Complex.
Sprinter Soniya Jones to Fly Antigua's Flag at 2026 World Indoor Championships
Sprinter Soniya Jones will represent Antigua and Barbuda as a one-member team at the World Indoor Track and Field Championships in Toruń, Poland, competing in the women's 60 metres from March 20–22, 2026.
Young Steel Pan Musicians Shine at National Junior Solo Competition
Fourteen young musicians competed in the Department of Culture's National Junior Solo Competition on March 15 at The UWI Global Campus, with Kaiya Casimir and Keiyanna Davis sharing top honours in the junior category and Keshawn Benjamin winning the senior division. The event was praised as a showcase of Antigua and Barbuda's vibrant steel pan heritage.
Antigua and Barbuda Debate Team Retains Leeward Islands Title
Antigua and Barbuda's debating team has successfully defended the Leeward Islands title, drawing praise from the Ministry of Education, Sports and Creative Industries for showcasing the strength of the nation's young academic talent.
Antigua and Barbuda Names 14-Athlete Squad for 2026 CARIFTA Games in Grenada
The Antigua and Barbuda Athletics Association has selected fourteen athletes to represent the nation at the 2026 CARIFTA Games in Grenada, scheduled for April 4th to 6th. The squad spans Under-17 and Under-20 categories and will be supported by a six-member management team.
Antigua and Barbuda Clinch Back-to-Back Leeward Islands Debating Championships
Antigua and Barbuda have claimed back-to-back titles at the 54th Leeward Islands Debating Competition in Nevis, with Leanna Browne and Janica Adams scoring 694 points to defeat host nation Nevis in the final. Janica Adams also took home the Best Speaker award.
Antigua and Barbuda Defends Title at 54th Leeward Islands Debating Competition
Antigua and Barbuda has defended its title at the 54th Leeward Islands Debating Competition, with Leanna Browne and Janica Adams defeating host nation Nevis 694 points to 639. Adams was also named Best Speaker of the competition.
West Indies Men's Cricket Squad Returns Home Safely After ICC T20 World Cup
Cricket West Indies has confirmed that all players and Team Management Unit staff from the West Indies Men's ICC T20 World Cup squad have safely returned home following disruptions caused by chartered flight cancellations. Commercial travel was secured to facilitate the returns after the ICC-coordinated flights fell through.
Princess Margaret School Tops Boys' and Girls' Standings at Interschools Championships
Princess Margaret School has taken an early lead in both the girls' and boys' divisions at the 2026 National Interschools Track and Field Championships, topping the standings after the first day of competition at the YASCO Sports Complex.
PMS Serenaders Named School Steel Band of the Year at National Music Awards
The PMS Serenaders of Princess Margaret School were named School Steel Band of the Year at the National Music Awards on Tuesday night, edging out Irene B. Williams Secondary School for the top honour. The winning band expressed hopes of expanding their reach beyond school competitions to operate as a year-round community band.
Nearly 700 Athletes Set to Compete in National Interschool Championships
Nearly 700 student-athletes are set to compete in the National Interschool Championships from March 12 to 15 at the YASCO grounds, with Cabinet members pledging their support and inviting the public to attend what is being called one of the largest such events in modern times.
Saints Boost Relegation Survival Hopes With 4-1 Win Over Jennings United
Attacking Saints claimed a crucial 4-1 victory over Jennings United on Tuesday to bolster their bid to avoid relegation from the Antigua Premier League. In the First Division, Swetes delivered a surprise result by stunning Five Islands.
Aaron's Double-Double Lifts Daggers Past Phoenix in ABBA Division 2
Devea Aaron delivered a 20-point, 13-rebound double-double to lead the Old Road Daggers past Phoenix 69-66 in ABBA Division 2 on Tuesday. The Navigators also picked up a win, outgunning the Flyers in the night's other featured matchup.
Ministry of Sports Partners with Barbuda Council to Send 14-Member Team to Inter-schools Championships
A 14-member student contingent from Barbuda is set to compete in the 2026 Cool & Smooth/Joma Caribbean Inter-schools Track & Field Championships following a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Sports, the Barbuda Council, and Sir McChesney George Secondary School. The championships are scheduled to begin Thursday.
King Warrior Sound Crowned Sound of the Year at National Music Awards
King Warrior Sound has been named Sound of the Year at the National Music Awards, beating out Stonewall Reloaded and Larger Than Life for the top honour in the category.
Hell's Gate Steel Orchestra Named Steel Band of the Year at National Music Awards
Hell's Gate Steel Orchestra has been named Steel Band of the Year at the National Music Awards, edging out finalists Pandemonium Steel Orchestra and Rising Star Steel Orchestra. The award honours outstanding steel pan performance and contributions to Antiguan and Barbudan culture.