PM Browne to Pursue PhD at UWI

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PM Browne to Pursue PhD at UWI

Prime Minister Gaston Browne has announced his intention to pursue a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) beginning in January.

Speaking on his weekly radio programme on Saturday, Browne revealed that he will be contacting the University of the West Indies (UWI) on Monday to formalize his application.

While he did not specify the field of study, the Prime Minister said the decision reflects his personal commitment to lifelong learning and academic excellence.

Browne, who already holds a Master’s degree, has long been an advocate for higher education among his colleagues and the wider public.
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He has frequently encouraged parliamentarians and supporters of the Antigua and Barbuda Labour Party to take advantage of opportunities for continued education, particularly through the UWI Five Islands Campus.

Several parliamentarians are already taking advantage of UWIFIC, including Senator Lamin Newton and Colin O’Neal. Opposition MP Kelvin Shugy Simon is also pursuing his degree there.

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Comments (10)

  • Cleopatra October 5, 2025, 7:41 AM

    Knowledge is power
    Reply
  • Riley October 5, 2025, 7:52 AM

    PM where you finding time? When you habe a whole country of uncivilized people to run?…I love your ambitions. I also wish you the best. You can do it.
    Reply
  • Juju Bee October 5, 2025, 12:19 PM

    Good for you PM. Setting a good example
    Reply
  • United October 5, 2025, 1:37 PM

    Big up yourself PM Browne. Lead by example. We love it
    Reply
  • Anonymous October 5, 2025, 2:20 PM

    Congratulations PMa Browne. Giggling school and a nation and family is not easy. I pray you succeed
    Reply
  • Lena October 5, 2025, 4:52 PM

    Makes me wanna go pursue my degree. Sky is the limit. Good for you mr pm
    Reply
  • Dian October 5, 2025, 5:20 PM

    At least he is getting a real PHD. Not the one that was just slammed on him without deserving like the other regional leaders
    Reply
  • Informed citizen October 5, 2025, 11:04 PM

    Education never ends proud moment for Antigua and Barbuda to have a leader pursuing higher studies at UWI.
    Reply
  • Lena October 6, 2025, 12:16 PM

    They may just grant it to you like that. No need to study. You smart already. Lol
    Reply
  • Ben Simmons October 6, 2025, 12:47 PM

    I love this for you PM Browne. Im am clapping for you
    Reply

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