AGP Executive Report

CXC Results & Education Reform: CXC’s 2026 May–June exam release (hosted in Anguilla) shows regional gains alongside stubborn gaps: CAPE acceptable grades hit 93.52%, while CSEC sits at 72.18%—but Math remains the big struggle, with a regional acceptable-grade average of 42% and wide territory variation. CTEC Launch: CXC rolled out the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC) as a modular, stackable pathway; the pilot Math Module 1 posted an 88% success rate, and CXC says about 35,000 CSEC Math candidates may receive CEK Module 1 based on demonstrated competencies. Exam Integrity & Attendance: CXC flagged rising irregularities—128 cases total (106 CSEC, 22 CAPE), led by unauthorised devices, plus collusion and new AI misuse cases—while also reporting 32,403 CSEC no-shows and 3,534 CAPE absences, urging students to attend even if unsure. Arts & Culture Spotlight: The SUNSHINE Awards announced nominees for its 38th annual celebration on Oct 17 in Sint Maarten, including Anguilla’s Bankie Banks and Nakishma Rogers.

CXC Results in Anguilla: The Caribbean Examinations Council held its 2026 May-June results release ceremony in The Valley, with a hybrid livestream and a big focus on new credentials. CTEC Launch: CXC officially rolled out the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC), built from modular “stackable” units after a successful math pilot; CXC says students can earn micro-credentials and even get the CTEC Mathematics Module 1 based on demonstrated competency. Math Spotlight: Mathematics remains a weak spot region-wide, with a 42% acceptable-grade average (up 5 points from 2025), and CXC pointing to more support needed. Exam Integrity: CXC also flagged rising irregularities—106 CSEC and 22 CAPE cases—plus its first recorded AI misuse in exams, alongside unauthorised devices and collusion. Tourism & Lifestyle: Anguilla-linked travel chatter included a guide on booking hotels direct vs third-party, plus regional sports coverage and youth football/volleyball updates.

CXC Exam Update: CXC says 32,403 CSEC candidates and 3,534 CAPE candidates missed the May-June 2026 exams, with Director of Operations Dr. Nicole Manning urging students to show up and “just try,” since absences mean no grades for affected subjects. Exam Integrity Watch: CXC also flagged rising irregularities—128 cases total (106 CSEC, 22 CAPE)—with unauthorised devices, collusion, and unauthorised material among the top issues, and it reports its first official AI misuse cases, warning students not to upload personal data to AI tools. Anguilla Results Ceremony: Anguilla will host the official CXC 2026 May-June results release on Aug. 18 at the Teachers’ Resource Centre in The Valley, in a hybrid format with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC leaders discussing performance and the CTEC pilot. New Qualification: CXC launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC), expanding from a math pilot to more subjects next year, with modular completion and micro-credentials. Local Sports Note: In the CFU U14 Boys Challenge Series, Bahamas opened with a 3-0 win over Anguilla and followed with a 5-0 victory over Montserrat.

CXC Results Spotlight (Anguilla): The Caribbean Examinations Council will hold a hybrid ceremony in The Valley on Aug. 18 to officially release the 2026 May-June CAPE, CSEC, CTEC and CCSLC results, with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster speaking and CXC leaders sharing performance highlights and the CTEC pilot. Exam Integrity Watch: CXC says irregularities are rising, with 128 total cases (106 CSEC, 22 CAPE) and unauthorised devices topping the list, followed by collusion and unauthorised material. New Misuse Concern: CXC also reports its first official instances of AI misuse during assessments, warning students not to upload personal identifiable information to AI platforms. Local Access Rumour Check: In Trinidad and Tobago, the education minister and TTUTA say they’ve seen no major problems accessing CSEC/CAPE results online, despite social media chatter. Arts & Travel Buzz: Anguilla’s tourism scene gets a boost in regional travel coverage, including a look at Saint Martin’s French side and a “best beaches” roundup featuring Keem Beach (ranked 14th) and UK standouts. Air & Culture Link: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to widen regional carnival travel.

Education Spotlight: CXC has launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC), calling its math pilot “highly successful,” and Anguilla is set to host the official release of the 2026 May-June results on Aug. 18 at the Teachers’ Resource Centre in The Valley, with a hybrid ceremony and a regional livestream featuring Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC CEO Dr Wayne Wesley. Local Arts & Culture (Education Event): The results ceremony also includes Anguilla student performances in poetry and music, keeping the focus on celebrating achievement. Travel Buzz: Anguilla’s tourism crowd will be watching global beach rankings—Keem Beach in Ireland is being touted as the world’s 14th best “hidden gem,” while separate coverage highlights UK beach standouts. Travel Planning Tips: A guide weighs booking hotels direct vs via third parties, noting Anguilla-based Zemi Beach House perks for direct bookers. Regional Connectivity & Culture: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional carnival travel.

CXC Results Ceremony: Anguilla will host the official release of the 2026 May-June CXC® results on Tuesday, 18 August, at the Teachers’ Resource Centre in The Valley, with a hybrid format for in-person and livestream viewing. Education & Student Spotlight: The event covers CAPE, CSEC, CTEC and CCSLC, with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster delivering the feature address and CXC leadership sharing candidate performance and achievements. Sports Pathways: Slough coach Alan Paris is helping build a pathway for young players of Anguillian descent in the UK to connect with the Anguilla national team. Regional Youth Football: Guyana’s GFF U14 Boys squad heads to the CFU Challenge Series in the Dominican Republic, with Anguilla listed as an opponent on 17 August. Volleyball Round-Up: The VI Senior Men opened the ECVA Senior Volleyball Championship in Tortola with a 2-3 loss to Anguilla. Travel Deals & Planning: A travel guide highlights why booking direct can mean perks (like credits and upgrades) versus third-party convenience, while another piece points to rising Caribbean travel demand during hurricane season. Local Air & Culture: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional carnival tourism.

Education & Culture: Anguilla will host the official 2026 CXC regional results ceremony on August 18 at the Teachers’ Resource Centre, with Minister Shellya Rogers-Webster and CXC executives leading a hybrid presentation for CAPE and CSEC outcomes, plus poetry and music performances from local students; grades will be available online after the event. Public Finance Leadership: One month out from the Global Government Finance Summit 2026 in Dublin (Sept 14–15), the agenda spotlights how finance ministries can shift from budgeting to delivering outcomes, with confirmed senior participation including Anguilla. Travel & Entertainment (Local Airlift): Anguilla Air Services has been named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional connectivity and carnival tourism. Sports (Youth Football): Anguilla is set to face Guyana in the CFU U14 Challenge Series on Aug 17 as the tournament gets underway in Punta Cana. Arts (Calypso): The Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch 2026 crowned Montserrat’s De Bear, with Anguilla’s Queen Roxxy placing as runner-up.

Caribbean Travel & Safety: A new Travel Off Path “Traveler Safety Index” spotlights Aruba as the top fall pick (97/100), pitching “real freedom” to explore beyond resort gates. New Routes: BermudAir announces seasonal nonstop flights to Belize City from Boston, Raleigh-Durham, Fort Lauderdale, Orlando-Sanford and St. Petersburg-Clearwater, with fares starting at US$164 and service running into early May 2027. Anguilla in the Spotlight (Sports): Anguilla’s senior men opened the ECVA Senior Volleyball Championship in Tortola with a 3-2 win over the VI, while a Slough-based football pathway project aims to develop UK-based players of Anguillian heritage for national team selection. Arts & Culture: Montserrat’s De Bear recaptured the Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch title at Anguilla Summer Festival 2026, with Anguilla’s Queen Roxxy placing first runner-up. Regional Policy: OECS and UNICEF launched the OECS Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, focused on protecting children through 2032. Travel Tech/Media: Anguilla is listed among Disney+ Premium Caribbean territories for Newcastle United friendlies.

Sports & Streaming: Newcastle United’s friendlies vs Strasbourg and Bayer Leverkusen are set for fans across the Caribbean via Disney+ Premium Caribbean in Anguilla, with global channel lineups shared for Sunday and Saturday kick-offs. Youth Football: The Guyana GFF U14 Boys squad departs for the CFU U14 Challenge Series in Punta Cana, opening against Montserrat, then facing Anguilla on Aug. 17. Volleyball: Anguilla’s Senior Men’s team got the better of the VI in the ECVA Senior Championship opener, winning a five-set thriller in Tortola. Arts & Culture: Montserrat’s De Bear reclaimed the Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch crown in Anguilla’s Summer Festival, with Anguilla’s Roxxy runner-up. Local Travel & Events: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional carnival tourism. Big New Anguilla Development: Port Nimara officially launches its waterfront plan, including a superyacht marina, Equinox resort, branded residences, villas, and a private yacht club.

Regional Policy & Kids’ Rights: OECS and UNICEF unveiled the OECS Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, aiming to protect and empower every child across the member states through a whole-of-the-child approach. Anguilla Culture Spotlight: Montserrat’s De Bear won the 2026 Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch in Anguilla with 866 points; Anguilla’s Roxxy took 784 for runner-up, and Antigua’s King Destroyer placed third with 746. Sports & Youth Development: Slough coach Alan Paris is building a pathway for UK-based players of Anguillian descent to reach the Anguilla national team, while Anguilla’s presence also shows up in regional youth football and volleyball coverage. Travel & Connectivity: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts’ Sugar Mas 55, boosting regional carnival access and marketing. Arts, Leisure & Lifestyle: A major new Anguilla luxury marina and resort project (Port Nimara) is moving forward, with an Equinox resort, branded residences, and yacht-club plans. Caribbean Travel Demand: New data says Caribbean travel during hurricane season is up 21% year-on-year as travelers chase lower fares and value.

Regional Policy & Kids’ Rights: OECS, with UNICEF support, has unveiled the OECS Regional Child Policy and Strategic Plan 2026–2032, aiming by 2032 for every child to feel valued, safe, supported, loved and empowered—backed by a whole-of-the-child approach. Sports on Anguilla’s Radar: Anguilla’s senior men volleyball team beat the VI in a five-set opener at the ECVA Senior Championship in Tortola, while a UK-based football pathway project is helping identify players of Anguillian heritage for the national team. Football Development: GFF’s U14 Boys squad heads to the Dominican Republic for the CFU Challenge Series, with Anguilla listed among their group opponents. Music & Culture: Montserrat’s De Bear won the Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch 2026 in Anguilla (866 points), with Anguilla’s Roxxy second (784) and Antigua’s King Young Destroyer third (746). Travel & Lifestyle: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts’ Sugar Mas 55, and a new luxury Anguilla marina/resort project (Port Nimara) is moving forward. What to Watch: Newcastle United vs Bayer Leverkusen is listed for Anguilla on Disney+ Premium Caribbean.

Anguilla Culture & Travel: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, a boost for regional carnival tourism and connectivity. Leeward Islands Calypso: Montserrat’s De Bear recaptured the Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch crown in Anguilla with 866 points, with Anguilla’s Roxxy (784) and Antigua’s King Destroyer (746) close behind. Sports (Youth Football): Slough coach Alan Paris is building a pathway for Anguillian-heritage players in the UK to reach the Anguilla national team, with his son Luke Paris already featuring for the senior side. Regional Sports (Volleyball): Anguilla’s Senior Men beat the VI in the ECVA Senior Volleyball Championship opener in Tortola, winning a five-set thriller. Arts & Hospitality Spotlight: A major new luxury marina and resort project, Port Nimara, is advancing in Anguilla, while Malliouhana Resort gets a fresh spotlight for its “effortless” luxury feel. Caribbean Lifestyle: A new report says Caribbean travel during hurricane season is up 21% year-on-year as travelers chase better value.

Sports & Youth Football: Guyana’s GFF U14 Boys squad departs Aug. 14 for Punta Cana to face Montserrat (Aug. 16), Anguilla (Aug. 17) and the Bahamas (Aug. 19) in the CFU U14 Challenge Series, with a 20-player team built through a structured training camp. Regional Volleyball: The Virgin Islands Senior Men opened the ECVA Senior Championship in Tortola with a 2-3 loss to Anguilla in a five-set thriller, then vowed to tighten up for the rest of the tournament. Calypso Spotlight (Anguilla Summer Festival): Montserrat’s De Bear won the 2026 Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch in Anguilla with 866 points; Anguilla’s Roxxy took 784 for 1st runner-up, and Antigua’s King Young Destroyer placed 746. Aviation & Carnival: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional connectivity and visitor turnout. Luxury Travel & Culture: A new luxury Anguilla marina and resort project, Port Nimara, is officially launched, while separate coverage spotlights Anguilla’s Malliouhana Resort as a “quiet luxury” celebrity favorite. Money & Trading (Anguilla link): CentFX, regulated with authorisations in Anguilla, is set to appear at Money Expo India 2026 as a Platinum Sponsor at Booth 13.

Sports & Community Spotlight: A Slough-based coach, Alan Paris, is helping build a pathway for young players of Anguillian heritage in the UK to represent Anguilla internationally, with his son Luke Paris already featuring for the senior men’s national team. Regional Volleyball Results: In the ECVA Senior Men’s Championship in Tortola, the VI men opened with a 2-3 loss to Anguilla in a five-set thriller, while the event also hosted a National Referees Course with officials from across the region including Anguilla. Calypso & Anguilla Summer Festival: Montserrat’s De Bear won the 2026 Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch in Anguilla with 866 points; Anguilla’s Roxxy took 784 for 1st runner-up, and Antigua’s King Young Destroyer placed 746. Travel & Culture Connections: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional carnival travel and participation. Luxury Tourism Buzz: Port Nimara’s major Anguilla superyacht marina and Equinox resort development is officially launched as work advances, while separate coverage highlights Malliouhana Resort as a celebrity-loved, quietly luxurious Meads Bay escape.

Football Pathway: Slough coach Alan Paris is helping build a route for young players of Anguillian heritage in the UK to reach the Anguilla national team, drawing on his pro career and his son Luke Paris’s senior international experience. Volleyball Results: The VI Senior Men opened the ECVA 2026 championship in Tortola with a 2-3 loss to Anguilla in a five-set thriller, with VI captain Norville C. Braithwaite pointing to early jitters and a need to tighten play. Queer Travel Safety: ITB Berlin’s LGBTQ+ Travel Safety Survey 2026 tracks how perceptions of safety and social acceptance for queer travellers are shifting worldwide, beyond just legal protections. Sugar Mas Air Link: Anguilla Air Services signs on as Official Air Carrier Partner for St Kitts and Nevis’ Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional connectivity and carnival tourism. Calypso Crown: Montserrat’s De Bear wins the Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch 2026 in Anguilla, with Anguilla’s Roxxy second and Antigua’s King Young Destroyer third. Anguilla Luxury Buzz: Port Nimara’s major superyacht marina and Equinox resort project marks a new phase for high-end waterfront development, while coverage also spotlights the celebrity-favorite Malliouhana resort. Sports Culture: Nevis celebrates Kaiso Monarch Kairo after his regional performance in Anguilla, and St Kitts and Nevis’ drum corps heads to the Anguilla Summer Festival for an international camp and parade.

Luxury Leadership: Four Seasons Resort Rancho Encantado Santa Fe names Shannon Schwier as its new general manager, bringing a long Four Seasons track record and international hotel leadership experience. Air & Carnival Culture: Anguilla Air Services is named Official Air Carrier Partner for Sugar Mas 55, aiming to boost regional connectivity and visitor turnout for St Kitts and Nevis’ signature year-end carnival. Regional Travel Pulse: New data says Caribbean travel during hurricane season is up 21% year-on-year, with lower fares and resort rates keeping demand strong into fall. Volleyball Officiating: ECVA hosts a National Referees Course in the Virgin Islands, with practical training set to run alongside the ECVA Senior Championships. Calypso Spotlight: Leeward Islands Calypso Monarch 2026 goes to Montserrat’s De Bear (866 points), with Anguilla’s Roxxy (784) and Antigua’s King Destroyer (746) close behind—while Nevis celebrates Kairo’s strong regional showing. Anguilla Luxury Buzz: Port Nimara marks its launch with a major superyacht marina, Equinox resort, branded residences, and oceanfront villas. Arts & Entertainment Travel: A fresh feature spotlights Anguilla’s Malliouhana Resort as a “quiet luxury” celebrity favorite.