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Antigua and Barbuda Creates Strong Impact at CMU Conference in Jamaica
KINGSTON, Jamaica, 2nd October, 2025…The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) is hosting its annual CMU Industry Conference at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica from 1st to 2nd October 2025, under the theme “Embracing the Blue Economy:...

Cash-strapped CWI cuts regional competitions amid financial crunch
ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Cricket West Indies (CWI) is bracing for a financially difficult 2026, prompting significant restructuring of its regional competitions. - Advertisement - Chief Executive Officer Chris Dehring and Director of Cricket Miles...
Antigua and Barbuda Shows Strong Leadership at Regional Maritime Conference
The Caribbean Maritime University (CMU) is hosting its annual CMU Industry Conference at the Jamaica Pegasus Hotel in Kingston, Jamaica from 1st to 2nd October 2025, under the theme “Embracing the Blue Economy: Navigating the Future through...

Antigua and Barbuda Government Greenlights Public Health Diploma and Graduate Programmes at ABCAS to Build Local Expertise
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP CABINET NOTES- The Honourable Minister of Health, Wellness, the Environment and Civil Service Affairs recommended Cabinet’s approval for the establishment and support of diploma and graduate public health...

High Surf Warning Issued for Barbuda, BVI and Anguilla
Wave heights are expected to reach 2.1 to 2.7 metres or 7 to 9 feet, occasionally or locally reaching near 3.4 metres or 11 feet. The swell period will be 12 to 13 seconds. North swells will range from 2.4 to 2.7 metres or 8 to 9 feet and will...

HaMaFilms Antigua and Julees Restaurant Team Up to Showcase Caribbean Cinema
To achieve this, the film company has joined forces with Julees Restaurant, a rustic and romantic venue on the corner of Cross and Tanner Streets that has become known for hosting cultural and entertainment events. The setting provides the perfect...

Cash-strapped CWI announces major cuts to regional cricket tournaments amid financial strain
Cricket West Indies (CWI) has confirmed sweeping changes to its regional cricket calendar for 2026, citing severe financial constraints that will force the governing body to cut or restructure several tournaments. The announcement was made on...

OP-ED- Last Stand: Trinidad And Tobago Races Against Time To Save Caribbean’s Final Investment Grade Rating
By Professor C. Justin Robinson Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal, The UWI Five Islands Campus For Trinidad and Tobago’s 1.4 million citizens, last week’s warning from Standard & Poor’s could mean the difference between affordable government...

Antigua And Barbuda Art Week Returns, Transforming The Twin-Islands Into A Vibrant Canvas Of Culture
The annual celebration runs from November 26 – December 2, 2025, with 15+ events showcasing visual arts, music, dance, spoken word, fashion, and cuisine. Antigua and Barbuda will be filled with ‘Culture in Colour’ this November as Antigua and...
Antigua and Barbuda Promotes Tourism at Major Argentina Travel Fair
Antigua & Barbuda proudly takes center stage at FIT (Feria Internacional de Turismo) in Argentina — Latin America’s largest international tourism fair! This prestigious event brings together thousands of industry professionals, decision makers,...

Hurricane season brings financial fears in the Caribbean
Gemma HandyBusiness reporter, St Johns, Antigua ShareSave Homes in Barbuda were flattened by 2017's Hurricane Irma For some Barbudans, thunderstorms still trigger flashbacks of the night in September 2017 when they lost everything they owned to...
A new wave of young farmers is stepping forward to shape the future of Antigua and Barbuda’s agriculture
Youth Farmers Take Center Stage in Antigua and Barbuda The government is placing young farmers at the forefront of efforts to secure the nation’s agricultural future, with the relaunch of the Antigua and Barbuda Youth Forum for Agriculture (ABAFI)...

Antigua and Barbuda Shines at Expo 2025 Osaka with National Day Celebration
Antigua and Barbuda brought its culture and spirit to the global stage this week, celebrating its National Day at World Expo 2025 in Osaka with a flag-raising ceremony and a vibrant cultural showcase. Under the theme “Wadadli, Wa’Omoni – The...

Antigua and Barbuda Youth Union Leaders Attend Regional Labour Forum in Brazil
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Two young leaders from the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) Youth Arm joined trade unionists from across the Americas in Brazil last week for the UNI Americas Youth Organizing Forum. Youth Arm...

Antigua and Barbuda Celebrates National Day at Expo 2025 Osaka
The twin-island nation of Antigua and Barbuda proudly celebrated its National Day at World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan on September 28 with a ceremonial flag-raising event, followed by a vibrant cultural performance under the theme ‘Wadadli,...

Antigua and Barbuda Stays on Tier 2 on 2025 Trafficking in Persons Report
CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda Stays on Tier 2 Amid Ongoing Gaps in Trafficking Prosecutions CLICK HERE TO JOIN OUR WHAT’S APP GROUP Antigua and Barbuda has remained on Tier 2 in the U.S. government’s annual...

Business News | St. Kitts and Nevis, Dominica, Grenada Lead World's Best Golden Passports in CBI Index 2025
VMPL New Delhi [India], September 30: The latest edition of the CBI Index 2025, the only independent study evaluating all active citizenship by investment (CBI) programmes worldwide, has ranked Caribbean nations at the very top. St. Kitts and...

Payment Innovations at Crypto Casinos – Fast Casino Payouts
Written by Paul Cullen Paul Cullen Paul started his career in newspaper journalism before exploring the emerging world of online gaming in 1998, joining Intertops in Antigua - the pioneering force behind the first online sportsbook. Since then,...

Antigua and Barbuda Deepens Agricultural Partnership with Hainan Province
Farmers across Antigua and Barbuda are set to benefit from a boost in mobility and efficiency following a donation of twelve motorized farm vehicles from the People’s Government of Hainan Province, China. The official handover took place on...

ABWU Youth Leaders Take Part in Regional Trade Union Forum in Brazil
Two young leaders from the Antigua and Barbuda Workers’ Union (ABWU) Youth Arm joined trade unionists from across the Americas in Brazil last week for the UNI Americas Youth Organizing Forum, a two-day meeting aimed at strengthening youth...