In the third quarter of 2025, consumer goods and services on Bonaire were 3.3 percent more expensive year-on-year. In Q2, inflation was 5.3 percent. Statistics Netherlands (CBS) reports this on the basis of the consumer price index for the Caribbean Netherlands. Prices on Saba in Q3 were up 3.5 percent …

I will be in Saba again on Wednesday, 29 October, for another legal desk day. Book your spot now for a free legal consultation between 10:00 AM and 4:30PM at the BMS building in Windward Side! Book a spot on our website: www.sabalegaldesk.com or send an email to emmely@sabalegaldesk.com Background …

Public Entity Saba is pleased to announce the introduction of the Decree on the Indication of Prices for Products on Saba, which will take effect on March 1, 2026. Businesses have a grace period until that date to implement systems to meet the requirements mentioned in the decree. This decree …

For the first time, Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba will have a physical location where residents can go for free information, advice, and support concerning legal issues and discrimination. The foundation that will offer these services has now been officially established. The foundation’s local name on Bonaire is Lokèt Hurídiko, …

Effective January 1, 2026 | Six-year regulatory period The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) has established a new regulatory method for setting maximum electricity and drinking water tariffs on Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba. This updated framework introduces stronger incentives for sustainable electricity production while maintaining consumer protection. …

The police investigation into the murder, which took place on 12 September on Upper Mountain Road, is still ongoing. During a closed chamber session, the examining judge decided on 7 October 2025 that the two suspects arrested in connection with the Saba murder case will remain in pre-trial detention for an …

On October 14th, State Secretary for the Interior and Kingdom Relations Eddie van Marum made his introductory visit to Saba, where Island Governor Jonathan Johnson welcomed him. The visit highlighted several projects and initiatives being carried out on the island, with a strong focus on infrastructure and food security. WolBES …

Beverly Whitfield, a first-time author from Saba now residing in the Netherlands, has published her debut novel, The Island Remembers, marking the beginning of a Caribbean trilogy that explores themes of memory, longing, and second chances. Whitfield’s journey began on the Windward island of Saba, which she left at age …

 The Second Chamber Election will take place on Wednesday, 29 October 2025. For the first time, a voting guide is available that specifically focuses on the Caribbean Netherlands. The Election Compass Caribbean Netherlands consists of 25 general statements, supplemented by 5 statements specifically related to Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba. …

The site DossierKoninkrijksrelaties has a new columnist from Saba: freelance journalist Hazel Durand. Enjoy her first contribution to the site. Building Saba’s Future: Female Engineers Lead Major Infrastructure Projects At just five square miles, Saba may be small, but the island’s ambitions are anything but. Despite its limited footprint, this …