Saba News

Representatives from the Juancho E. Irausquin Airport (SABA) recently attended the 7th Annual CARIBAVIA Conference in St. Barthélemy, engaging in critical discussions on aviation connectivity, sustainability, and tourism development across the Caribbean. The event, hosted by the Government of Saint-Barthélemy and the St. Barth Tourism Committee, brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and investors to address key challenges and opportunities in …

Police report of Monday, the 9th of June until Friday, the 13th of June 2025 On Wednesday, June 11, at approximately 9:30 AM, the central control room received a report of a diver experiencing a medical emergency near Saba. Police and ambulance services were immediately dispatched to Fort Bay harbor …

In a proud and symbolic milestone for the island of Saba, a newly commissioned Search and Rescue (SAR) vessel was officially transferred to the Public Entity Saba during a ceremony held at Habbeké Shipyard in Hoorn, the Netherlands. The vessel, named Prinses Catharina-Amalia in honor of Her Royal Highness, was …

The KPCN reports that on Wednesday, June 11th, at approximately 9:30 AM, the central control room received a report of a diver who had fallen ill near Saba. Police and ambulance services were immediately dispatched to Fort Bay Harbor in anticipation of the vessel’s arrival, which was transporting the individual. …

The healthcare commissioners of the Caribbean Netherlands, together with Zorg en Jeugd Caribisch Nederland (ZJCN), have concluded a productive working visit to partner hospitals across the region. The delegation engaged with key facilities, including: St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) Curaçao Medical Center (CMC) Hospital Nobo Otrobanda (HOH) and Instituto Medico …

Member of Parliament, Peter van Haasen (PVV), argued in the committee debate on the processing of the slavery past that there is a “revenue model for a subsidy-driven victim industry of institutions, interest groups and activists that run on government money and keep themselves talking with commemorations, advisory committees, workshops …

Minister of the Interior and Kingdom Relations Judith Uitermark announced on Wednesday evening during a committee debate on addressing the legacy of slavery that the €100 million Slavernij Fonds (Slavery Fund) will open in mid-August. The fund, equally distributed across three regions, will support projects aimed at raising awareness, fostering healing, …

The Public Entity Saba informs the general public that due to recent vandalism and ongoing construction in the Giles Quarter area, Black Rocks Harbor Road and Giles Quarter Trail will be fully closed effective June 16, 2025, until further notice. This closure is necessary to: Prevent unauthorized access to active construction …

Saba hosted a productive meeting on June 11 with Dr. Vivas, PAHO Representative, to enhance public health cooperation. Discussions focused on strengthening healthcare infrastructure, promoting data-driven decision-making, and enhancing disaster resilience, with an emphasis on ensuring equitable access for small island communities. Key Highlights Introductory Session: Dr. Vivas reviewed Saba’s …

From June 16–20, 2025, archaeological research and a heritage impact assessment will take place at the Wathey Property in The Bottom. The initiative will include detailed documentation and mapping of the historic building on the site, as well as a full archaeological survey of the 2,500-square-meter plot. The research will …