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HOLA! Cabinet Approves Spanish as Antigua and Barbuda’s Official Second Language
The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a major policy shift to establish Spanish as the country’s official second language, with plans to...
Government approves national Safe Haven for women and children
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has approved plans to establish a national Safe Haven for women and children in need of care and...
APUA warns of higher electricity costs as fuel prices drive up charges
The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) says rising global fuel prices are pushing up electricity costs in Antigua and Barbuda, with consumers now seeing...
APUA Says Aging Infrastructure Behind Delays in Repairing Water Leaks
APUA Says Aging Infrastructure Behind Delays in Repairing Water Leaks
The Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) says it is facing mounting pressure on the country’s...
Reparations Commission welcomes Senator O’Donoghue’s appointment to Upper House
The Antigua and Barbuda Reparations Support Commission has congratulated newly appointed Government Senator Angelica O’Donoghue following her swearing-in to the Upper House of Parliament.
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Fernandez Urges Faster Action to Capitalise on Tourism Growth as Arrivals Hit Record Levels
Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez says Antigua and Barbuda must act swiftly to take full advantage of strong momentum in the tourism sector, as visitor...
Antigua and Barbuda earns praise as it hosts Caribbean Travel Marketplace for second year
Tourism Minister Charles Fernandez says feedback from delegates attending the Caribbean Travel Marketplace in Antigua and Barbuda has been overwhelmingly positive as the country...
Education Minister Daryll Matthew Attends Global AI Education Conference in China
Antigua and Barbuda’s Education Minister, Daryll Matthew, joined global leaders, educators and technology experts in China this week for the 2026 World Digital Education...
ASP Frankie Thomas Wins Top Caribbean Community Policing Award
ROYAL POLICE FORCE OF ANTIGUA AND BARBUDAOffice of Strategic Communications (STRATCOM)MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
SENIOR POLICE OFFICER TOPS REGIONAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AWARD
Assistant Superintendent of Police...
Chinese Embassy Hosts International Chinese Language Day Event in Antigua and Barbuda
The Chinese Embassy in Antigua and Barbuda joined local students and cultural enthusiasts in celebrating International Chinese Language Day during an event hosted by...
US drops $15,000 visa deposit for foreign fans with World Cup tickets
BBC- The Trump administration will exempt football fans from 50 countries subject to a $15,000 (£11,000) visa deposit requirement, provided they are travelling to...
Air Peace to Launch Antigua-Nigeria Flights This Month
A new air link between the Caribbean and West Africa is expected to come on stream later this month as Nigerian airline Air Peace...
Antigua and Barbuda Celebrates Newest Centenarian Ruth Henry
Laughter, hymns and family tributes filled the room on Wednesday morning as Mrs. Ruth Henrietta Georgiana Henry marked her 100th birthday surrounded by generations...
Prime Minister Browne to Advance Climate, Energy and Global Justice Agenda During High-Level Engagements...
Prime Minister Gaston Browne departed Antigua and Barbuda on Wednesday for a series of high-level international engagements in New York City focused on climate...
