AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoEducation Upgrade: Antigua and Barbuda is rolling out universal free education from early childhood through university, with the government covering tuition at the UWI Five Islands campus and fees for selected CXC subjects as the new term begins. Campus Growth: ABCAS welcomed more than 1,200 students in its first unified intake, including a first cohort for the agriculture school at Glanvilles—aimed at clearer pathways into farming and entrepreneurship. Legal & Rights Debate: PM Gaston Browne is doubling down in his clash with the judiciary, while regional women judges have condemned his remarks and threat to deport a sitting judge. Public Safety Measures: The government is moving to broaden access to the sex offenders registry, including publishing names and photographs, as concerns over sexual offences continue. Immigration Pressure: Antigua and Barbuda says it’s tightening immigration checks after arrests of people wanted abroad, and US visitor visa issuances to Antiguans have reportedly fallen to zero in early 2026. Tourism Lifestyle: A travel guide highlights Antigua’s all-inclusive scene—beaches, Nelson’s Dockyard, and resort options from family-friendly to adults-only. Regional Culture & Justice: Antigua marks Africa-CARICOM Day with calls for practical cooperation and renewed action on reparatory justice.
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