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The island of Saba continues to make waves on the international stage with widespread media coverage during the third quarter of 2025. From global television broadcasts to top-tier digital and print features, Saba’s profile as a premier Caribbean destination for adventure, nature, and sustainability continues to grow. This quarter, Saba …

Saba Grows (The Hydroponics farm at Rendez-Vous), and the Saba Comprehensive School are continuing the school program to provide hands-on gardening education for students in the lower forms and PrO classes. Following a successful first year, the program has returned for the new school year for students to explore the …

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 …

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 Saba Tourist Bureau (STB) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its recent social media training session, led by Diederik Kemmerling, an accomplished entrepreneur, investor, and digital strategist. Mr. Kemmerling is the Founder of The Lab Digital Marketing Agency, which operates in Aruba, Curaçao, and Colombia, and currently …

During the Central Committee meeting held today, Commissioner Eviton Heyliger presented the proposal for an application of an interest free loan for the construction of seven affordable owner-occupied homes, at the Range in the Bottom. This proposal has also been shaped in close consultation with the Ministries of VRO and …

Starting January 1, 2026, the Human Rights College will use the facilities of the Joint Court on Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (BES islands) to hold hearings and process discrimination cases locally. An agreement was signed on Wednesday. The College for Human Rights (College voor de Rech­ten van de Mens) …

The Caribbean Netherlands Police Force KPCN unveiled its new logo and visual identity on October 10, 2025 during a ceremonial gathering as part of its 15th anniversary celebration. According to a release, this is the result of over a year of discussions, research and collaboration with colleagues, partners and community …