The Netherlands Ministry of Defence concluded its annual hurricane emergency response exercise called “Calm Horizon” on Sint Maarten, Saba, and Sint Eustatius. Over the past two weeks, military personnel trained with local security partners to increase their readiness and strengthen cooperation, to deploy troops quickly and effectively after a hurricane …

Dear residents of Saba, With this message, I would like to address the community on the ongoing situation surrounding the tragic passing of Sheldon Johnson. On Friday evening, September 12th, a terrible shooting took place. Around 9:00 p.m., the police received a report of the incident. When they arrived, they …

Direct Transatlantic Cable Between the Caribbean and the Netherlands Deemed Unfeasible Due to €300 Million Cost. A proposed direct transatlantic cable connecting the Caribbean Netherlands with European Netherlands has been deemed unfeasible due to its estimated cost of nearly €300 million, according to the Dutch government. Government Response to Parliamentary …

On Monday, September 22, representatives of the Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) will be on Saba for a work visit. The program includes a morning meeting with Island Governor Jonathan Johnson and an afternoon session with Island Secretary Bram Streppel as well as meetings with other stakeholders. The visit is …

Public violence SABA On Wednesday, the 17th of September, at around 4:10 PM, the central control room received a report of a fight on Pasture Road on Saba. When the police arrived, the fight was over and the other party had fled. It appeared that a man had been assaulted …

Labor unions and healthcare institutions across the BES islands (Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba) have successfully negotiated a groundbreaking collective bargaining agreement (CBA), marking the first joint agreement of its kind in the region’s healthcare sector. Key Agreement Terms Healthcare workers throughout the BES islands will receive a 3.15 percent …

The 8th annual Bizzy B 5K will take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025, marking five years of the popular running event on Saba. Organizers are aiming to break their participation record of 210 runners and walkers for this milestone anniversary edition. Event Details: Date: Saturday, November 8, 2025 Distance …

The Public Entity of Saba has engaged in discussions with Winair in response to community concerns regarding the introduction of new fare classes and recent ticket price increases for Saba flights. These discussions focused on the impact of fare changes on residents, visitors, and the island’s economic development. Key Clarifications …

In cooperation with the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom, the Dutch government continues to focus on good governance and the rule of law, sustainable public finances, and the economic resilience of the islands. From this perspective, the aim is to work towards a shared future, taking into account the specific …

On Budget Day (“Prinsjesdag”) – Tuesday, 16 September 2025, the government presented the Tax Plan 2026 Law Proposal to the House of Representatives. The proposal must still be approved by both the House of Representatives and the Senate before taking effect on 1 January 2026. Below you will find the …