The Cabinet of Antigua and Barbuda has approved a significant request from the Antigua and Barbuda Football Association (ABFA) to waive all utility charges—electricity and water—at the ABFA Technical Center in Paynters, St. George. The request, submitted by the Hon. Minister for Sport, Daryll Matthew, highlights the center’s pivotal role in the nation’s sports development. The Technical Center, a multi-million-dollar investment, features two FIFA-certified artificial turf fields, administrative offices, modern player facilities, and public amenities. It serves as the national hub for football training, development, and competitions, including school-level tournaments in collaboration with the Ministry of Sports. The Cabinet emphasized the center’s unique status as the first facility of its kind in the country and its alignment with government policies that provide utility concessions to other national sporting venues. This decision underscores the government’s commitment to fostering youth development, promoting sports excellence, and enhancing Antigua and Barbuda’s reputation in regional and international football. The Cabinet also commended the ABFA for its substantial investment and partnership in advancing the nation’s sporting infrastructure.
Cabinet approves water and electricity waiver for the ABFA Technical Center
