Antigua and Barbuda

Prime Minister Gaston Browne said strong growth in tourism, housing and infrastructure has created widespread job opportunities, though he acknowledged the need for an updated labour market survey.

Construction has progressed on new waterfront access routes, parking facilities, and commercial units as Antigua Cruise Port expands connectivity between Heritage Quay, Redcliffe Quay, and St John’s waterfront.

A strong 6.1-magnitude earthquake toppled items from shelves and temporarily closed supermarkets, though no injuries or structural damage have been reported. Cleanup is ongoing.

LIAT Air is reviewing its Caribbean flight schedules monthly in response to rising global petroleum prices, aiming to keep travel affordable while expanding services like its new route to Guadeloupe.

Joint operations by Antigua and Barbuda police in Freetown and Collins led to several arrests and the seizure of firearms, ammunition and other illegal items.

PM Gaston Browne calls first cabinet meeting after ABLP’s 2026 win, focusing on roads, housing, healthcare, education and public infrastructure.

Antiguan-born stylist June Ambrose helped style Jay-Z at the 2026 Met Gala, joining Beyoncé and Blue Ivy for a high-profile family fashion moment.

Antigua and Barbuda has unveiled the full calendar for Culinary Month 2026, featuring Restaurant Week, FAB Fest, chef collaborations, and local food experiences throughout May.

ABLP secured historic fourth consecutive victory in Antigua and Barbuda by securing majority of the seats in the parliament on April 30, 2026.

Gaston Browne is set to serve a fourth term after his party won a clear majority in Wednesday’s general election across Antigua and Barbuda.

Final day saw shifting winds, rising seas, and close racing from Ffryes Beach to English Harbour, with crews tackling strong 18–20 knot conditions and narrow finishes across classes.

The marine animal was seen moving slowly near the shallows, prompting swimmers to exit the water in panic.

With coordinated efforts among healthcare professionals, the Medical Benefits Scheme, and CalvinAir, the urgent spinal surgery was successfully made possible.

The general elections will be held on April 30, 2026, two years ahead of the originally scheduled date in January 2028.

Expanded services from Canada align with peak tourism and festival period.

The multi-million-dollar project will include elite training facilities, a sports tourism hub, and the renamed “4 Knights Oval”, aiming to boost cricket development and economic growth.

Prime Minister Gaston Browne encouraged voters to ensure they are prepared to exercise their democratic rights, urging them to renew registration cards if needed and to make informed decisions on Election Day.

ArriveAntigua.com was launched to streamline arrivals, allowing visitors to complete forms online and receive a QR code, reducing terminal processing time.

The Tourism Authority will boost the April 11–12 event’s global profile, featuring international athletes in trail races, open water swims, and triathlons.

This snap election follows the 2023 general election, where Browne's Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party secured a strong victory.