On February 12th, 2025 the Island Council of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba met for a BES Summit on Saba, hosted by the Island Council of Saba. On the first day of the summit the councils abundantly discussed and agreed on a formalized cooperation agreement resulting in a draft Memorandum …
Read More »Starlink Application for Satellite Communication Services Concession in Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba Rejected
The Authority for Digital Infrastructure (RDI) instructed Starlink in July 2024 to cease offering satellite services on Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba, as the company did not possess the required concession. Shortly thereafter, Starlink submitted a concession application. Recently, the RDI rejected this application because the company did not meet …
Read More »Saba Cares Foundation Advances Organizational Development to Enhance Healthcare Services
Saba Cares Foundation continues to implement comprehensive organizational enhancements to strengthen its healthcare services for the Saban community. These developments are part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to providing excellent healthcare while fostering a positive work environment for its dedicated staff. On Monday, February 10, 2025, Saba Cares was honored …
Read More »Central Committee and Island Council meetings: Febr. 18 & 20
PUBLIC NOTICE The Central Committee of the Public Entity Saba hereby cares to inform the general public that there will be a public Central Committee Meeting on Tuesday, February 18th, 2025 at 2:00 pm. Opening Approval of the agenda Approval of the Minutes. Citizens right to speak on agenda points. …
Read More »State Secretary for Youth, Participation and Sport Vincent Karremans visits Saba
State Secretary for Youth, Participation and Sport Vincent Karremans was welcomed on Saba by Island Governor Jonathan Johnson and Island Secretary Bram Streppel on February 9 th . On Monday, the delegation met with members of the Executive Council – Island Governor Jonathan Johnson, Island Secretary Bram Streppel, Commissioner Eviton …
Read More »Establishment Slavery Past Memorial Committee strengthens recognition and awareness
With the establishment of the Slavery Past Memorial Committee Foundation, the government has taken an important step in the implementation of the agreements surrounding the slavery past. The Memorial Committee is given a central role in the national and Kingdom-wide commemoration of the slavery past and the promotion of social …
Read More »BES Summit 2025: Island Councils to Strengthen Cooperation on Saba
The BES Reporter has announced that on February 12, 2025, the island councils of Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba will convene on Saba for the BES Summit. This gathering will focus on drafting a cooperation document that will serve as the foundation for closer collaboration across various sectors. In addition, …
Read More »Help Shape Saba’s Climate Adaptation Plan on February 13-14
The Public Entity Saba, in collaboration with Reimpact Studio, is developing a climate adaptation plan tailored to the island’s unique challenges. This plan will be created through a collaborative, consultative, and participatory process, ensuring input from key stakeholders—including residents, businesses, and organizations across various sectors. To make this plan truly …
Read More »Preparatory education prog. launched for St. Maarten, Saba, Statia students
The Kingdom-wide Strategic Education Alliance (SEA) programme has launched the Caribbean Academic Foundation Year (CAFY) for students in St. Maarten, St. Eustatius and Saba. CAFY provides a one-year preparatory education programme for students that have completed their secondary school (or equivalent) and wish to pursue further education and develop more …
Read More »Preparations for the development of the Black Rock Harbor and Solar Park 2 get underway
The Public Entity of Saba has invited qualified general contractors to submit bids for the public tender for the “Civil Works for Black Rock Harbor Road and Giles Quarter Road.” Project Overview: The selected contractor will undertake civil works, including drainage and utility installations on Black Rock Harbor – & …
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