Antigua & Barbuda The Citizen

13/11/2024

Cricket is more than just the national sport of Antigua & Barbuda; it’s a cultural corner stone that unites communities, stirs passion and fosters immense pride. And in this same vein, Coolidge Cricket Ground (CCG) is more than just a venue - it's the heart beat of Cricket West Indies. With ambitious redevelopment plans, including a new boutique hotel, business park, and High Performance Centre, CCG is set to become a symbol of regional pride and a catalyst for local economic growth. The Citizen met with CCG’s General Manager, Nelecia Yeates, to discover more about this game-changing project for the twin islands and region.

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Cricket is more than just the national sport of Antigua & Barbuda; it’s a cultural corner stone that unites communities, stirs passion and fosters immense pride. And in this same vein, Coolidge Cricket Ground (CCG) is more than just a venue - it's the heart beat of Cricket West Indies. With ambiti...

12/11/2024

When LIAT74 went into receivership in 2020, hearts across the Caribbean were broken over the loss of an institution that had provided ease of travel across the region for over 60 years.

Thanks to the efforts of Gaston Browne’s government and a partnership with Air Peace Caribbean Ltd, a new and revitalised airline, LIAT (2020) Ltd (LIAT20) has risen like a phoenix from the ashes. With a mission to foster connections among people and places while ensuring safe and reliable flight services, the LIAT brand is back and better than ever. We sat down with CEO Hafsah Abdulsalam to learn more about the airline’s ambitious plans and what the future holds.

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When LIAT74 went into receivership in 2020, hearts across the Caribbean were broken over the loss of an institution that had provided ease of travel across the region for over 60 years.

11/11/2024

Since the first tournament was held in South Africa in 2007, the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup hasn’t failed to bring excitement and drama to cricket fans worldwide. This year, the ninth edition of the men’s tournament was even more special as it was hosted jointly by the West Indies and, for the first time, the United States. As someone deeply involved in cricket, I can confidently say this was a massive step forward in the ICC’s efforts to globalise the game and introduce cricket to new audiences.

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Since the first tournament was held in South Africa in 2007, the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup hasn’t failed to bring excitement and drama to cricket fans worldwide. This year, the ninth edition of the men’s tournament was even more special as it was hosted jointly by the West Indies and, for the fi...

11/11/2024

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10/11/2024

Yohance Brown has lived in Antigua for the past six years after leaving his native Jamaica for the twin islands’ shores. An avid hiker and sportsman, his photos reflect his love for the great outdoors. We caught up with Yohance to find out a bit more about his hobby.

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Yohance Brown has lived in Antigua for the past six years after leaving his native Jamaica for the twin islands’ shores. An avid hiker and sportsman, his photos reflect his love for the great outdoors. We caught up with Yohance to find out a bit more about his hobby.

09/11/2024

In the moonlit skies across the globe, a silent army takes flight each night, sweeping gracefully through the darkness in a choreography as old as time itself. These bats, often misunderstood and feared, are the unsung heroes of the environment, playing an indispensable role in maintaining the ecological balance of their habitats.

Puzzlingly, bats are among the most feared animals in the world – at the very least, one of the most misunderstood. So, why should something so shy, diminutive and unaggressive get such a bad rap?

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In the moonlit skies across the globe, a silent army takes flight each night, sweeping gracefully through the darkness in a choreography as old as time itself. These bats, often misunderstood and feared, are the unsung heroes of the environment, playing an indispensable role in maintaining the ecolo...

08/11/2024

Thought leadership article by Kevin Hosam, Founder & Chairman of EC Holdings.

The citizenship by investment (CBI) industry, particularly in the Caribbean, has demonstrated an exceptional ability to rebound from global disruptions. Recent price increases in these programmes might seem significant, but they signal a period of evolution and strategic refinement, a reflection of....

07/11/2024

June 2024 marked both the implementation of a multi-jurisdictional Caribbean price increase and a hearing by the EU on Malta’s accelerated naturalisation programme. Journalists, lobbying entities, and politicians in the EU, UK and US argue that CBI programmes are being exploited by individuals involved in criminal activities, money laundering, terrorism, or spying (aka ‘scoundrels’).

They state with certainty that these scoundrels will use the acquired citizenship as a means to evade law enforcement, gain access to sensitive information, or engage in money laundering or hiding proceeds of crime.

As readers of The Citizen know, there are a number of entirely legitimate reasons why someone would be interested in obtaining a second citizenship and passport through investment (CBI). These motives might include seeking a better travel document or executing a US expatriation or non-residence in other countries' tax plans. Other common motives are to ensure mobility during pandemics or should their current passport be cancelled by home country authorities because they decided to move abroad or for political reasons.

Clink the link to read the full article written by David Lesperance, one of the world’s leading international tax and immigration advisors and a published author in the field. David is the Managing Director of Lesperance and Associates.

June 2024 marked both the implementation of a multi-jurisdictional Caribbean price increase and a hearing by the EU on Malta’s accelerated naturalisation programme. Journalists, lobbying entities, and politicians in the EU, UK and US argue that CBI programmes are being exploited by individuals inv...

06/11/2024

Art & Culture: The Butterfly Project with Naydene Gonnella!

Born in Canada, Naydene Gonnella has lived in Antigua for many years. She is one of the island’s most well-known artists with her paintings gracing walls and galleries around the world.

05/11/2024

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04/11/2024

Calling Christal Clashing inspirational is an understatement. Her list of achievements is nothing short of remarkable. At just 14, she became the first female swimmer to represent Antigua & Barbuda at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Fast forward to 2018, she was part of the history-making Team Antigua Island Girls in the Talisker Whisky Atlantic Challenge, becoming the first all-black team and first-all-female Caribbean team to row any ocean when they crossed the Atlantic. In 2023, they crossed the mid-Pacific Ocean in the World’s Toughest Row-Pacific. Christal incredibly achieved all this while battling the debilitating symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD) and depression. Despite this challenge, she also qualified as an adventure guide, swim and stand-up paddle instructor, a PADI divemaster and is a passionate advocate for mental health. She has even authored a book, Yemoja’s Anansi. As if all this wasn’t enough, Christal’s latest adventure takes her into the depths of the extreme sport of freediving. She has already made history by becoming the first female freediver from Antigua & Barbuda to set a national record.

The Citizen caught up with Christal when she came up for air to dive into her motivations and uncover the secrets behind her impressive talents.

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Calling Christal Clashing inspirational is an understatement. Her list of achievements is nothing short of remarkable. At just 14, she became the first female swimmer to represent Antigua & Barbuda at the 2004 Athens Olympics. Fast forward to 2018, she was part of the history-making Team Antigua Isl...

01/11/2024

22/10/2024

When you think of Barbuda, chances are you’ll envision one of the mesmerising pink-sand beaches that Barbuda is so famed for. Formed by the crushed red shells of microscopic marine animals inhabiting the coral reefs off the coast, the beaches are undeniably incredible. But Barbuda’s coastline is far more than a picture-perfect paradise; it plays a crucial role as a thriving ecosystem.

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When you think of Barbuda, chances are you’ll envision one of the mesmerising pink-sand beaches that Barbuda is so famed for. Formed by the crushed red shells of microscopic marine animals inhabiting the coral reefs off the coast, the beaches are undeniably incredible. But Barbuda’s coastline is...

21/10/2024

21/10/2024

Everywhere you go on Barbuda today, you see evidence of the everyday history and culture of Barbuda: pre-Columbian sites yet to be fully explored, houses built over the centuries from hand-cut wood and shingles, old village walls made of stone, still-functioning wells built by enslaved Africans, caves that are also weekend hunting retreats, and roads or tracks to beaches with fascinating names that only local people know. All of these sites and the Barbudans who still live on Barbuda today, who keep this knowledge, along with traditions and skills alive, are part of Barbuda’s unique and marvellous history.

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Everywhere you go on Barbuda today, you see evidence of the everyday history and culture of Barbuda: pre-Columbian sites yet to be fully explored, houses built over the centuries from hand-cut wood and shingles, old village walls made of stone, still-functioning wells built by enslaved Africans, cav...

20/10/2024

To truly experience a place, you need to eat the local speciality. When visiting Barbuda, that means indulging in a dish of spiny lobster. The spiny lobster, or Panulirus argus, is celebrated for its sweet, delicious meat. But it is precisely that deliciousness which could lead to their decline. Overfishing can be a real danger, especially as the island finds other unlicenced Caribbean nationals coming to the island for the prized catch.

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To truly experience a place, you need to eat the local speciality. When visiting Barbuda, that means indulging in a dish of spiny lobster. The spiny lobster, or Panulirus argus, is celebrated for its sweet, delicious meat. But it is precisely that deliciousness which could lead to their decline. Ove...

20/10/2024

Unlike Antigua’s more mountainous terrain, Barbuda is characterised by a flat, coral limestone foundation, which has given rise to a unique topography filled with intriguing sinkholes and ancient caves, each revealing a chapter of the island’s rich natural history. These caves are more than just empty spaces; they are thriving ecosystems, home to bats, unique insects, crabs, and other species that flourish in the cool, damp darkness.

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Unlike Antigua’s more mountainous terrain, Barbuda is characterised by a flat, coral limestone foundation, which has given rise to a unique topography filled with intriguing sinkholes and ancient caves, each revealing a chapter of the island’s rich natural history. These caves are more than just...

19/10/2024

Barbuda’s most famous resident is undoubtedly the frigatebird – at the very least, it is the most spectacular. Indeed, when on the island, look up; chances are you will spot one of the pterodactyllike frigatebirds gliding overhead, their distinctive forked tails and glossy black feathers shimmering in the sunlight. With a wingspan of over six feet (1.8 m), spotting one of Antigua & Barbuda’s national birds in flight is something you’ll never forget.

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Barbuda’s most famous resident is undoubtedly the frigatebird – at the very least, it is the most spectacular. Indeed, when on the island, look up; chances are you will spot one of the pterodactyllike frigatebirds gliding overhead, their distinctive forked tails and glossy black feathers shimmer...