PM Browne to Head Antigua and Barbuda Delegation at CARIFESTA XV Opening
Prime Minister Gaston Browne will lead Antigua and Barbuda’s official delegation to the grand opening of CARIFESTA XV, the Caribbean’s premier festival of arts and culture, which begins this evening in Barbados.
Joining the Prime Minister are Works Minister Maria Browne, Minister of Creative Industries Daryll Matthew, Minister of State in the Ministry of Social Transformation Senator Shenella Govia, Ambassador Elizabeth Makhoul, and other senior officials. The delegation will participate in several aspects of the ten-day regional celebration.
The Cabinet was also informed that a 105-member national contingent of artists and support staff will depart for Barbados today (Friday) to represent Antigua and Barbuda at the festival.
In addition to the performers, the contingent includes a management team, technical and media personnel, and 20 schoolchildren who will benefit from unique cultural exposure and learning opportunities.
CARIFESTA XV, which brings together artists and audiences from across the region, is recognized as the Caribbean’s foremost platform for celebrating creativity, heritage, and cultural exchange.
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