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  • Scrub Life Cares Named 2026 Applied Practice Experience Site of the Year by Georgia State University School of Public Health

    Scrub Life Cares Named 2026 Applied Practice Experience Site of the Year by Georgia State University School of Public Health

    ST. JOHN’S, Antigua and Barbuda – April 15, 2026 – Public health non-profit Scrub Life Cares, an organization focused on expanding menstrual equity, advancing evidence-based reproductive and sexual health education, and designing community-centered public health solutions, has been named the 2026 Applied Practice Experience (APE) Site of the Year by Georgia State University’s School of Public Health.

    The award was officially conferred during the school’s annual Celebrating Student Excellence ceremony, an event that spotlights host organizations that deliver exceptional, hands-on learning opportunities that move beyond theoretical training to create tangible public health impact for public health graduate and undergraduate students.

    Today, Scrub Life Cares operates as a multifaceted public health entity that sits at the intersection of community outreach, public health education, original research, and policy-informed programming. Its core work spans five critical focus areas: addressing menstrual equity and ending period poverty, delivering comprehensive reproductive and sexual health education, supporting maternal and child health outcomes, designing and implementing community-led public health programs, conducting public health research and translating data into accessible public knowledge, developing policy briefs and supporting advocacy initiatives, and managing strategic public health communications.

    Through its APE internship placement program, Scrub Life Cares has enabled students to contribute to high-stakes research and advocacy work at both local and global levels, including key contributions to programming for the International Association for Adolescent Health World Congress. Key student contributions to date include supporting large-scale research projects examining menstrual health inequities and gaps in reproductive and sexual health education across Antigua and Barbuda, the broader Caribbean region, and the Southern United States. Students also played a central role in drafting policy briefs, creating advocacy resources, and translating research findings for public and stakeholder audiences to elevate underaddressed public health issues.

    Notably, the work of APE students informed a formal motion that was successfully passed at the World Congress, accelerating global dialogue and actionable policy around adolescent health and menstrual equity. When the conference shifted to fully virtual participation in response to Hurricane Melissa, APE interns stepped in to support logistics and session coordination, ensuring that the global knowledge exchange process continued without disruption.

    These hands-on opportunities underscore Scrub Life Cares’ core mission: not just training entry-level public health practitioners, but nurturing the next generation of researchers, policy advocates, and thought leaders who can drive systemic change. A defining strength of the organization’s model is its integrated research portfolio, which directly informs its programming, shapes policy debates, and guides global advocacy work. For students, this means placements do not just involve shadowing or administrative work – they get direct experience shaping conversations about health equity, access, and systemic transformation.

    For Scrub Life Cares Founder and CEO Tanya Ambrose, MPH, the award carries both personal and professional meaning, rooted in her own history with the university.

    “Signing the memorandum of understanding to partner with Georgia State University as an APE host site was a full-circle moment for me and our whole team,” Ambrose said in a statement following the ceremony. “Scrub Life Cares was actually founded when I was an undergraduate student at Georgia State, after a study abroad trip to Uganda opened my eyes to the deep, systemic global health inequities that shape outcomes for women and girls around the world.”

    Ambrose added: “Our APE students don’t just help run community programs – they contribute to cutting-edge research, draft policy frameworks, create advocacy tools, and shape global public health conversations. That’s the point of this work: we’re building professionals who understand that public health isn’t just textbook theory. It’s about centering people, building fair systems, leaning on evidence, and taking intentional action.”

    The honor comes as Scrub Life Cares marks five years of transformative public health work, and the organization is already leveraging this recognition to expand its APE placement model across the Caribbean region. Over the past half-decade, Scrub Life Cares has delivered evidence-based programs across Antigua and Barbuda, the Caribbean, and the United States; integrated rigorous research into every stage of program design, advocacy, and policy engagement; contributed to peer-reviewed public health research and global health dialogue; reached hundreds of women, girls, and families through direct education and free resource distribution; hosted its annual flagship Grow With the Flo Women & Girls Health Expo, which is now entering its fifth consecutive year; and built cross-sector partnerships with academia, healthcare systems, and local community organizations.

    Through this work, the organization has challenged long-held assumptions about grassroots public health nonprofits, proving that community-led groups can deliver both exceptional direct services and world-class research excellence. The 2026 APE Site of the Year award further cements Scrub Life Cares’ standing as a leading training ground for emerging public health leaders, a research-driven and policy-engaged contributor to local, regional, and global health discourse, and a trusted community partner focused on advancing sustainable, people-centered health outcomes. In a field that demands both innovative problem-solving and deep compassion for the communities served, Scrub Life Cares stands as a powerful example of what can be achieved when education, research, policy, and community impact are intentionally aligned.

    ### About Scrub Life Cares
    Scrub Life Cares is a non-profit public health organization dedicated to advancing menstrual equity, expanding access to comprehensive reproductive and sexual health education, and improving access to life-saving essential health resources for women, girls, and families across Antigua and Barbuda, the Caribbean, and the United States. Through a combination of community education, policy advocacy, and original research, the organization works to advance health dignity, informed personal decision-making, and health equity for all.

  • Labour Department Reminds Employers to Grant Four Hours Paid Time Off to Vote

    Labour Department Reminds Employers to Grant Four Hours Paid Time Off to Vote

    As Antigua and Barbuda prepares for an upcoming electoral event, the Office of the Labour Commissioner has issued a formal public reminder to all employers across the nation regarding their legal obligations to support worker participation in the democratic process. Under the terms of Section 34 of the Representation of the People (Amendment) Act 2001, every business and organization must grant all registered voters on their payroll a guaranteed block of four consecutive hours off from work to cast their ballot on polling day. Critically, this time off must be provided with no reduction to an employee’s regular pay, and no financial penalties, disciplinary action, or other repercussions can be imposed on workers for taking this legally protected leave.

    The legislation also outlines clear penalties for employers that fail to comply with this mandate. Any employer that directly or intentionally refuses to grant the required voting time, or uses intimidation, undue influence, or any other underhanded tactic to interfere with an employee’s right to vote is considered guilty of a criminal offence. Following a summary conviction, non-compliant employers face a maximum fine of three thousand Eastern Caribbean dollars, or a custodial sentence of up to twelve months in prison.

    This reminder underscores the government’s commitment to protecting accessible voting for all citizens, removing workplace barriers that could prevent eligible voters from exercising their constitutional right to participate in elections. By codifying paid time off for voting into law, Antigua and Barbuda’s legislative framework aims to ensure that working residents do not have to choose between earning a paycheck and participating in the democratic process.

  • Antigua and Barbuda’s young leaders take centre stage at major global gathering of youth at the United Nations

    Antigua and Barbuda’s young leaders take centre stage at major global gathering of youth at the United Nations

    A historic delegation of young leaders from Antigua and Barbuda has taken center stage at the 2026 United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum, marking the Caribbean nation’s most robust participation in this landmark global youth gathering. Held from April 14 to 16 at UN Headquarters in New York, this year’s forum centers on a mission-driven theme: advancing transformative, equitable, innovative, and coordinated collective action to deliver on the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), building a just and sustainable future for all people worldwide.

    Heading the 8-member delegation is Dr. Jrucilla Samuel, Director of Antigua and Barbuda’s Youth Affairs Department, alongside four National Youth Ambassadors — Christal Percival, Amelia Williams, Kristine Louisa, and Shacia Albertine — and two representatives from the National Youth Volunteer Corps: General Secretary Sara Bacchus and Esquire Henry, a former CARICOM Youth Ambassador. This contingent represents the largest group of young leaders Antigua and Barbuda has ever sent to the forum, underscoring the nation’s commitment to centering youth voice in global sustainable development policy.

    In her opening remarks delivered on the forum’s first day, Dr. Samuel framed workforce rejuvenation as a core strategic priority for both national institutions and global multilateral systems. Challenging common misconceptions about the concept, she emphasized that workforce rejuvenation is far more than a routine recruitment cycle. Instead, it is a deliberate, intentional strategy to renew institutional capacity through intentional investment in cognitive diversity. Dr. Samuel clarified that the goal of this approach is not to replace the institutional knowledge and experience of long-tenured staff, but rather to create powerful cross-generational synergy. When the seasoned insight of veteran leaders combines with the creative energy and native digital fluency of young people, she argued, global and national stakeholders dramatically strengthen their ability to tackle the most pressing challenges facing the planet today.

    Dr. Samuel also cautioned against performative youth inclusion, noting that while investing in workforce rejuvenation is a critical step forward, young leaders should not be pushed into senior roles overnight without adequate support. “Sustainable multilateralism can only be built on the foundation of sustainable leadership,” she added. To that end, she stressed the urgent need to equip emerging young leaders with three core pillars of support: quality, accessible education, meaningful hands-on work experience, and values-based mentorship rooted in non-negotiable principles of accountability, resilience, and personal integrity.

    The second day of the forum brings Antigua and Barbuda’s youth leadership to the forefront of Caribbean regional dialogue, with two National Youth Ambassadors set to deliver presentations during the Caribbean Regional Breakout Session. Amelia Williams will address the session’s regional theme, “Empowering Caribbean Youth to Innovate, Unite and Transform: Shaping the Road to 2030,” while Kristine Louisa will dive deep into priorities for advancing Sustainable Development Goal 11 focused on building inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable cities and communities. Esquire Henry, who received a rare second invitation from the United Nations to participate in the ECOSOC Youth Forum, will serve as moderator for the regional breakout session, bringing his past experience in regional youth advocacy to guide collaborative discussion.

    On the forum’s final day, National Youth Ambassador Christal Percival will showcase the concrete progress Antigua and Barbuda has already made domestically to advance the targets laid out in SDG 11, sharing actionable Caribbean-led solutions with global attendees.

    Ahead of the forum’s official proceedings, the full delegation paid a courtesy call to Antigua and Barbuda’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ambassador Aubrey Webson. During the meeting, Ambassador Webson walked the young delegation through the structure and core mission of the UN system, and urged the emerging leaders to remain consistent, persistent advocates for the unique priorities and challenges of Small Island Developing States (SIDS), a bloc of low-lying island nations disproportionately vulnerable to climate change that Antigua and Barbuda has long represented on the global stage.

    Ambassador Webson commended the delegation and Dr. Samuel for their ongoing work across key sustainable development priority areas, including environmental sustainability, public education, public health, youth entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. He also shared personal lessons on building community and institutional resilience, and outlined the critical work of the Antigua and Barbuda Agenda for SIDS (ABAS), which focuses on building connected, climate-resilient communities and strengthening national data collection capacity to better track SDG progress.

    This year’s ECOSOC Youth Forum places targeted emphasis on five of the 17 UN Sustainable Development Goals: Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6), Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7), Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure (SDG 9), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), and Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17). As a leading global platform for youth engagement, the forum brings together young change-makers, UN member state governments, UN system agencies, and civil society and private sector partners to exchange emerging ideas, showcase locally rooted innovative solutions, and deepen meaningful youth participation to accelerate global progress on the SDGs.

  • Coco Point Trust partners with school to open sports complex in Barbuda

    Coco Point Trust partners with school to open sports complex in Barbuda

    Barbuda’s youth athletic community has gained a transformative new hub, following the official opening of a multipurpose sports complex developed through a collaborative partnership between the Coco Point Trust and McChesney George Secondary School. The facility delivers a purpose-built, dedicated space where local students and young emerging athletes can refine their physical skills and nurture their sporting potential, filling a long-standing gap in accessible athletic infrastructure on the island.

    In an official statement shared after the opening ceremony, Barbuda’s Ministry of Sport outlined the core mission driving the project: to foster sustainable grassroots sports growth across the island by expanding access to modern, fit-for-purpose training and competition spaces. For years, young athletes in Barbuda have lacked standardized facilities to train consistently, a barrier that the new complex is designed to eliminate entirely.

    “The Coco Point Trust, working hand-in-hand with the leadership and teaching staff of McChesney George Secondary School, has turned this long-awaited community vision into a tangible reality,” the ministry affirmed in its announcement.

    Local sporting officials project that the complex will do more than just serve local recreational needs. It is expected to elevate the profile of Barbuda’s young athletes, equipping them with the resources and training environment needed to compete at higher competitive tiers – from national tournaments to regional and international sporting events. Beyond elite athletic development, the facility is also designed to encourage broader community participation in physical activity, inviting young people of all skill levels to engage with regular sports.

    The ministry also took the opportunity to recognize the critical support of external sponsors who backed the project, emphasizing that their contribution extended far beyond funding the construction of physical infrastructure. The statement framed the investment as a long-term bet on Barbuda’s next generation, noting: “This is not just an investment in concrete and bleachers. It is an investment in the future of Barbuda’s youth, and in the ongoing, inclusive growth of sports across our island.”

  • Labour Department Confirms $11.50 Minimum Wage Effective April 1

    Labour Department Confirms $11.50 Minimum Wage Effective April 1

    A landmark policy update to Antigua and Barbuda’s labor regulations has officially been announced, with a new national minimum basic wage set to take effect across the twin-island nation starting April 1, 2026.

    Issued as Statutory Instrument No. 30 of 2026 by the nation’s Attorney General and Minister of Labour, the new wage order is rooted in amended provisions of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Code Cap. 27, specifically Section C21 subsection (10), which grants the minister the authority to adjust national wage standards. Under the new regulation, all eligible workers in Antigua and Barbuda will be entitled to a minimum hourly base wage of $11.50, a formal mandate that binds all employers operating within the country’s jurisdiction.

    The Labour Department has issued a formal reminder to all business owners and hiring managers regarding additional compliance requirements laid out in existing labor legislation. Per Section C22 subsection (5) of the amended Labour Code, employers are legally obligated to display the updated official national minimum wage rate on a clearly accessible notice board in every workplace, ensuring all staff have full, transparent access to information about their wage entitlements.

    Non-compliance with the new wage mandate carries formal legal consequences. The department confirmed that failure to pay the mandated national minimum basic wage constitutes a criminal offense, which can result in a financial penalty following a summary conviction.

    For employers and workers seeking clarification on the new regulation, compliance protocols, or wage entitlements, the Labour Department has opened multiple channels for public inquiry. Interested parties can visit the department’s physical office located at the intersection of Long and Thames Streets, or contact the administrative team directly via telephone at 462-9200 for assistance. The office of the Labour Commissioner has urged all stakeholders to familiarize themselves with the new rules ahead of the 2026 implementation date to ensure a smooth transition to the updated wage structure.

  • National Secondary Schools’ Theatre Festival Declared Open

    National Secondary Schools’ Theatre Festival Declared Open

    After months of eager anticipation and meticulous preparation by student troupes, drama departments and organizing committees across the country, the annual National Secondary Schools’ Theatre Festival has officially been declared open. This landmark event, designed to nurture emerging performing arts talent among teenage students, brings together competing and participating theater groups from every region of the nation, each showcasing months of hard work in scriptwriting, rehearsals, costume design and stage production.

    Founded more than two decades ago to promote arts education in secondary schooling, the festival has grown from a small regional gathering into one of the most anticipated cultural events for young creatives nationwide. This year’s iteration features a diverse lineup of performances, ranging from original student-written plays exploring contemporary youth issues to reimagined adaptations of classic theatrical works.

    At the opening ceremony held at the national center for the performing arts, the minister of education highlighted the critical role that theater plays in building confidence, communication skills and empathy among young people. “This festival is more than a competition—it is a celebration of the unique voices of our next generation, who use the power of storytelling to share their perspectives on the world around them,” the minister stated in her opening address.

    Over the coming week, student performers will take to the stage across multiple venues, competing for top honors in categories including best production, best actor and actress, best original script and best direction. Audience turnout for opening day already exceeded organizers’ expectations, with thousands of students, teachers and arts enthusiasts turning out to support the young performers. Industry professionals from professional theater companies across the country are also in attendance, scouting for emerging talent and offering mentorship opportunities to participating students.

  • APUA outlines how utility amnesty programme will work for disconnected customers

    APUA outlines how utility amnesty programme will work for disconnected customers

    Residential customers across Antigua who have gone months or even years without access to critical electricity, water, telecommunications or internet services now have a clear pathway to restore their access, after the Antigua Public Utilities Authority (APUA) published full operational guidelines for its long-awaited utility amnesty initiative this week.

    The amnesty programme is open exclusively to customers whose services were cut off on or before September 30, 2025, and runs through a strict application window that closes on May 29, 2026. APUA officials have already begun encouraging eligible households to submit their requests early, warning that last-minute surges in applications are likely to cause processing delays that could leave some applicants waiting longer than necessary for reconnection.

    To kick off the reconnection process, eligible customers must submit their applications in person at one of APUA’s two designated locations: the main APUA Business Centre situated on Independence Avenue, or the secondary office at Village Walk on Friars Hill Road. Along with a completed application, applicants are required to bring two critical documents: a valid, government-issued photo ID, and the unique APUA account number linked to the disconnected service. For tenants renting the property where service is to be restored, an additional document is mandatory: a formal permission letter from the property’s landlord that explicitly confirms approval for reconnection at the address.

    Once APUA’s administrative team reviews and approves a submitted application, the reconnection workflow begins. A key safety requirement has been built into the process for customers with extended disconnection periods: any property that has remained without utility service for a year or longer will require a mandatory full safety inspection before service can be turned back on. During this inspection, APUA technicians will assess wiring, plumbing and other critical infrastructure to confirm that all systems meet current national safety and regulatory standards. Even customers who have been disconnected for many years remain eligible for the amnesty, however, as long as they complete the full application process and pass the required safety inspection.

    APUA leadership emphasized that the programme was crafted to strike a balance between supporting vulnerable households and upholding public safety standards. By creating a formal, regulated pathway for reconnection, the authority aims to help struggling households regain access to basic utilities that are essential for daily life, while ensuring that all restored infrastructure meets required safety codes to protect both residents and utility workers.

  • Lovell Says All Saints West Has Potential to Become ‘Model Constituency’ with Targeted Development

    Lovell Says All Saints West Has Potential to Become ‘Model Constituency’ with Targeted Development

    At a packed town hall meeting held in Buckleys, United Progressive Party (UPP) All Saints West parliamentary candidate Harold Lovell has laid out an ambitious development roadmap that he says would unlock the constituency’s untapped potential and position it as a benchmark for sustainable growth across Antigua and Barbuda.

    Lovell opened his address by underscoring the outsize strategic importance of All Saints West, noting that the constituency holds unmatched weight in both national geography and electoral politics. Covering roughly 20% of Antigua and Barbuda’s total land area and home to nearly 10% of the country’s entire registered voter base, its unique landlocked geographic footprint spans across nearly every parish in the nation — a trait that Lovell argues gives it exceptional, underutilized development advantages.

    “It is a large constituency with tremendous untapped potential,” Lovell told gathered supporters. “We have everything we need to build All Saints West into the model constituency for all of Antigua and Barbuda.”

    To turn that vision into reality, Lovell emphasized that coordinated, cross-sector investment is non-negotiable. He outlined a holistic development framework that integrates upgrades to core infrastructure, expanded access to public health services, intentional community-building initiatives, and targeted programming for young residents. Lovell stressed that the constituency’s young people must be the central focus of any forward-looking development plan, as they represent the future of All Saints West.

    A large share of Lovell’s critique of the incumbent administration centered on the poor state of the constituency’s road networks, which he described as unacceptably substandard despite significant growth in national public revenue in recent years. “There is simply no excuse for All Saints West to remain in the condition it is in today, especially when it comes to our road infrastructure,” he said.

    Lovell pushed back against the government’s recent 40% hike to vehicle licensing fees, challenging residents to question where all the increased revenue collected from motorists across the constituency has gone. He also raised sharp questions around the transparency of the administration’s $100 million borrowing package earmarked for national road improvements, noting that no formal public spending plan has been released for the initiative to date.

    Lovell drew a parallel between the government’s unplanned borrowing and applying for a personal bank loan without a formal spending proposal: “The first question any bank would ask you when you ask for a loan is, ‘What is your plan?’ Right now, this government has no plan for these hundreds of millions in borrowed funds.”

    He acknowledged that local residents have already invested their own time and money into upgrading their private homes and neighborhood spaces, but argued that public sector development has failed to keep pace with these private efforts. If elected in the upcoming contest, Lovell pledged to implement a far more structured, transparent and accountable approach to governance that would deliver the tangible development improvements All Saints West residents have long waited for.

  • Anique Goodwin: Championing People-First Leadership and Inclusive Workplace Excellence

    Anique Goodwin: Championing People-First Leadership and Inclusive Workplace Excellence

    For more than three decades, certified Human Resources and Industrial Relations expert Anique Goodwin has centered her career on a simple yet transformative philosophy: prioritizing people to drive organizational success. Today, that approach continues to reshape workplace culture at Curtain Bluff Resort, where her decades of hands-on experience have fostered a respectful, growth-focused environment for staff and leadership alike.

    Goodwin’s journey in human resources began unexpectedly early, at the age of 17, when she took her first role at World Wide Tele Sports (WWTS). It was there that she cut her teeth in core HR functions, from recruiting new talent to designing initiatives that keep teams engaged and connected to their work. Even in those early years, she developed a knack for balancing what an organization needs to grow with what employees need to thrive—a skill that would become the cornerstone of her decades-long career.

    Over the years, Goodwin has built expertise across nearly every discipline of modern human resources. Her skill set covers end-to-end talent acquisition, strategic performance management, organizational restructuring, executive coaching, team development, employee conflict resolution, and large-scale change management. She also brings deep experience designing competitive compensation and benefits frameworks, as well as rolling out comprehensive workplace wellness, health, and safety programs that put employee well-being front and center.

    What sets Goodwin apart, however, is her deep-seated passion for growing the next generation of leaders and team members. She is dedicated to equipping both managers and entry-level staff with the tools they need to adapt to fast-changing, constantly evolving business landscapes. Rather than focusing solely on existing skills, she makes it a priority to spot untapped potential, nurture emerging talent, and create clear pathways for internal growth that empower individuals to hit their professional goals.

    When Goodwin made the move into the hospitality industry, her people-centered philosophy only grew stronger. At Curtain Bluff Resort, she has led the development of an organizational culture rooted in mutual respect, accessible opportunity, and continuous learning. This intentional investment in staff has paid tangible dividends for the resort: it has built extraordinary employee loyalty, fostered a collaborative environment where team members lift each other up and lead by example, and created a more consistent, positive experience for guests.

    In Goodwin’s view, hiring and growing talent is about far more than checking boxes for required skills. “It’s more than just skills—it’s about personality and potential,” she says. “When you invest in people, they invest in you.” She also emphasizes that consistent recognition of employee work is a non-negotiable foundation for a healthy, productive workplace: acknowledging the effort and contributions of team members builds trust and buy-in that cannot be replicated through policies alone.

    As a leader in the regional hospitality industry, Goodwin’s story is being highlighted as part of a series from the Antigua and Barbuda Hospitality and Tourism Association (ABHTA), which celebrates the professionals who strengthen and grow the nation’s tourism sector. Audiences can watch Goodwin’s full story on ABHTA’s official digital platforms to learn more about her approach to people-first leadership. Through her unwavering commitment to putting people first, Goodwin continues to be a driving force behind building resilient, inclusive, high-performing organizations across the Caribbean hospitality industry.

  • Republic Bank CPL Delivers US$19.5 Million for Antigua & Barbuda in 2025

    Republic Bank CPL Delivers US$19.5 Million for Antigua & Barbuda in 2025

    An independent economic evaluation carried out by research firm GSIQ has revealed that the 2025 edition of the Republic Bank Caribbean Premier League (CPL) injected a total of US$19.5 million into the economy of Antigua & Barbuda, marking a significant win for the island nation’s tourism and business sectors.

    Five matches of the popular T20 cricket tournament were hosted at the iconic Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, splitting the total impact into two key components: a direct on-the-ground economic contribution of US$10.7 million, and an additional US$8.8 million in earned international media value that positioned Antigua & Barbuda as a top travel and events destination across global broadcast, digital, and social media channels.

    Fan attendance data underscores the tournament’s role as a driver of international tourism for the twin-island nation. A total of 23,553 spectators passed through the stadium gates over the course of the match series, with 1,733 of those attendees traveling from outside Antigua & Barbuda specifically for the event. On average, international visitors stayed 4.5 nights per trip and spent roughly US$3,100 each, translating to a total of US$4.1 million in direct visitor spending that flowed to local accommodation providers, restaurants, transportation companies, and small businesses across the country.

    Beyond tourist spending, CPL’s own local investments created tangible long-term benefits for Antigua & Barbuda’s workforce and local supply chains. In 2025 alone, the tournament spent US$3.7 million on domestic goods and services, which supported the creation of 169 new local jobs. Of that local spend, US$2.8 million went directly to domestic suppliers, while an additional US$321,000 was allocated to local worker salaries. The tournament also extended its impact beyond cricket and commerce, backing a range of community-focused initiatives including grassroots youth cricket development programs and corporate social responsibility projects—most notably a school supply donation drive for children attending match-day events at the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium.

    The 2025 results build on a deepening partnership between CPL and Antigua & Barbuda that has already delivered substantial returns. Over the past two tournament seasons, combined investments from CPL and the local franchise Antigua & Barbuda Falcons have reached US$7.1 million, a clear indicator of the growing mutual economic benefit of the ongoing collaboration.

    The media exposure generated by the tournament stands as one of its most valuable non-economic contributions, putting Antigua & Barbuda in front of hundreds of millions of cricket fans worldwide. Of the US$8.8 million in total international media value, US$8.4 million came exclusively from global broadcast coverage, highlighting the tournament’s unmatched ability to showcase the islands’ natural beauty, world-class sports infrastructure, and hospitality to a global audience of potential future visitors.

    Pete Russell, Chief Executive Officer of the Caribbean Premier League, emphasized the ongoing importance of Antigua & Barbuda to the tournament’s annual calendar. “Antigua & Barbuda continues to play an important role in the CPL calendar,” Russell said. “Delivering an event impact of US$19.5 million highlights the positive impact the tournament brings to the country, supporting tourism, creating jobs and generating global exposure. The Sir Vivian Richards Stadium provides a fantastic stage for CPL cricket and we are proud to continue growing our partnership with Antigua & Barbuda.”