Prime Minister Gaston Browne has secured a fourth consecutive term in office following a decisive victory in Antigua and Barbuda’s 2026 General Election. Results from the Antigua and Barbuda Electoral Commission show Browne’s Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party winning 15 of the 17 seats in Parliament, further strengthening its hold on government. The opposition United … Continued
The Pan American Health Organization (PAHO) today urged countries in the region to intensify immunization efforts as part of Vaccination Week in the Americas (VWA), to be held from April 25 to May 2. The call comes amid sustained gains in vaccination coverage, which have not yet been sufficient to prevent a sharp resurgence of measles, … Continued
The Caribbean Tourism Organization (CTO) has opened submissions for the 2026 Caribbean Media Awards, recognizing outstanding storytelling that captures the depth, diversity and evolving narrative of the Caribbean. The awards will be presented during Caribbean Week in New York, taking place June 1-5, 2026, and will honor exceptional work from journalists, broadcasters and content creators … Continued
The Caribbean Public Health Agency and the Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States Commission have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening public health systems across the Eastern Caribbean following a high-level meeting held on March 5, 2026. Senior officials from both organisations convened to advance their longstanding partnership, focusing on improving health security, pharmaceutical services, and overall … Continued
The Organisation of Eastern Caribbean States (OECS) Commission has officially launched a major regional environmental initiative aimed at restoring mangrove ecosystems and strengthening climate resilience across the Eastern Caribbean. The Resilient Ecosystems through Mangrove Restoration (REMAR) Project, valued at €5.5 million, was unveiled during a virtual ceremony on April 11, 2026, in partnership with Agence … Continued
King Charles III is set to visit Bermuda later this month, marking his first official trip to a British Overseas Territory since ascending to the throne. According to Government House, the visit will take place from April 30 to May 2 and will feature a series of engagements designed to highlight Bermudian culture, environmental efforts, … Continued
St. Lucia Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre is calling on Caribbean leaders to improve direct communication, as controversy continues over the reappointment of Dr Carla Barnett as Secretary-General of CARICOM. Speaking at a Cabinet press briefing on Monday, Pierre avoided engaging directly in the dispute involving Trinidad and Tobago, which has claimed it was not … Continued
The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Secretariat has launched a new regional initiative aimed at strengthening food security and building resilience in the face of growing climate challenges. The project, titled “CARICOM Boost Women and Youth in Agriculture,” is being implemented with support from the Government of New Zealand and is designed to empower two key groups, … Continued
A dispute has intensified within the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) following questions raised by Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Kamla Persad-Bissessar over the process used to reappoint Secretary-General Carla Barnett. In a statement, CARICOM Chairman and St Kitts and Nevis Prime Minister Terrance Drew defended the process, saying all member states were properly informed ahead of … Continued
Forecasters are predicting a slightly quieter-than-average Atlantic hurricane season in 2026, according to an early outlook released by Colorado State University’s Tropical Cyclones team. Researchers estimate the season will produce 13 named storms, including six hurricanes and two major hurricanes (Category 3 or stronger). That’s below the long-term average of 14 named storms, seven hurricanes … Continued
