AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCXC Results & Education Reform: CXC released May–June 2026 exam results in Anguilla, with CAPE acceptable grades rising to 93.52% and CSEC to 72.18% (up from 71.42%); CAPE top subject was Caribbean Studies (98%), while CSEC highlights included IT (83%) and Principles of Business (81%), but Mathematics stayed low at 42%. Modular Certification Push: CXC also officially launched the Caribbean Targeted Education Certificate (CTEC), a modular, step-by-step credential aimed at reducing “wasted learning,” following a math pilot where 88% of participants achieved acceptable grades. Exam Attendance Worry: CXC flagged absenteeism concerns—3,534 CAPE candidates and 32,403 CSEC candidates did not turn up—citing reports that some students felt unprepared. Banking Update: SKNANB announced a core banking change from Sept 1, 2026: joint loan repayments must come from one designated account, raising questions for separated couples and business partners. Travel & Connectivity: Princess Juliana Airport in St. Maarten has started work on a new curbside check-in facility to ease terminal congestion, while Belize announced five new seasonal nonstop US routes via BermudAir. Energy Prices: ECCB data showed Antigua and Barbuda with the lowest ECCU gasoline and diesel prices for July, with Anguilla topping LPG prices.
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