United Nations Children’s Fund UNICEF Netherlands/Leiden University delegation was in Saba on January 31 and February 1 for meetings with government officials and stakeholders. The three-member UNICEF Netherlands delegation consisted of UNICEF Netherlands children’s rights knowledge and research expert Johan Kruip and children’s rights Professor Ton Liefaard and youth and …
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The prestigious international marine conservation organization, Mission Blue, recently declared Saba and the Saba Bank a Hope Spot in recognition of the ongoing efforts to ensure long-term sustainability and health for the island’s waters. Saba is the first Hope Spot in the Dutch Caribbean. The Saba Sea & Learn …
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Adopt-A-Box is the latest community project on Saba organized by the Sea & Learn Foundation. The project aims to front the island’s electrical distribution boxes with intriguing stories about Saba’s natural environment and cultural heritage. The end results of this project will enrich the charm of the island’s roads and …
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The Public Entity Saba, hereby invites the general public to attend the events of the Royal Family visit. You are encouraged to arrive at the airport on time as we give a warm Saban welcome to His Majesty King Willem-Alexander, Her Majesty Queen Máxima and Her Royal Highness Catharina-Amalia, Princess …
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The Dutch Basketball Federation (NBB) last week visited Saba for the second year in a row. The goal of the visit was to establish more in-depth relationships and draw up a 4-year plan for the development of the sport. The delegation met with stakeholders, such as schools, children’s organizations, and …
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After a successful first edition, the Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) released the second edition of BioNews Kids. BioNews Kids is a free printed and online nature magazine for children of ages 9 to 11 on the six Dutch Caribbean islands. It was designed to increase reading, spark curiosity, and …
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Health Talk on the Rock is the name of a new, unique health project by Community Development and Public Health Department Saba, combining health promotion and community outreach. Community Outreach Coordinator Kemaul Lee and Public Heath Promoter Allan Carolina connect with members of the community once a month to talk …
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With the restart of the daycare movement program, toddlers and preschoolers are getting more exercise and more developed motor skills. This will help them in their transition into primary and secondary school later on. Sports Coordinator Joelyn Robinson and Health Promoter Allan Carolina of the Public Health and Sports Department …
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ORANJESTAD – On November 7, 2022, the historic milestone of signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Dutch Caribbean islands, the Netherlands, the six airports of the Dutch Caribbean, and the Dutch Association of Airports was celebrated. This MOU formalizes a commitment of this partnership to explore and establish …
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Jonathan Johnson resigned as President of the board of the Foundation Catholic Education Saba, SKOSaba, on January 31, 2023. He is succeeded by Yamila Bulos on February 1, 2023. The SKOSaba functions as the foundation responsible for the Sacred Heart Primary School. During his last board meeting earlier this week, …
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