You may have participated in one of the Kontami research projects before, either online or offline. They conduct research on the BES-islands regarding media use and information campaigns. This time they would like to ask for your opinion on the information campaigns for the past elections. Participate in the survey Elections …
Read More »Digital lessons for children on Statia, Saba and Bonaire
Primary schoolchildren and even some toddlers on St. Eustatius were shown parts of digital life they probably only knew from television and the Internet. They created holograms, built self-driving cars, made three-dimensional creations with only a pen, and learned the first steps of programming a robot. They exchanged videos with …
Read More »Saba wants to boost Economy by stimulating Growth and Economic Diversification
The website BES Reporter announced that, according to a letter by State Secretary Alexandra van Huffelen, dated on April 6, 2023 Bonaire St. Eustatius and Saba, want to grow their respective economies. The Government of Saba has indicated wanting to stimulate the economy on the island by promoting more and …
Read More »State Secretary Van der Burg (Justice and Security) on official visit to Saba
Dutch State Secretary of Justice and Security Eric van der Burg arrived on Saba late Tuesday afternoon, April 11 for an introductory visit. Island Governor Jonathan Johnson and Interim Island Secretary Henk de Jong were at the airport to welcome the State Secretary and his delegation. The official part of …
Read More »A Sustainable Saba – Earth Day 2023
In order to give attention to the importance of preserving our island, the Public Entity Saba is planning a number of activities for this year’s Earth Day, which is coming up on April 22nd. The theme for this Earth Day is “A Sustainable Saba”. The Sacred Heart School and Saba …
Read More »New Saba Island Council to Bonaire for training
The Island Council left Saba Sunday morning, April 9 for training on Bonaire. For three days, the four Island Council Members will participate in an introductory course about the functioning of the Island Council and the role of the members. While on Bonaire, the Island Council will also meet with …
Read More »Earth Day 2023 on Saba: sustainable fair, cleanup & tree planting
The Public Entity Saba is planning a number of activities for this year’s Earth Day, which is on April 22. The theme for this Earth Day is “A Sustainable Saba”. The Sacred Heart School and Saba Comprehensive School have been given the assignment to construct a sculpture out of recycled …
Read More »St. Maarten Medical Center delegation meets with Saba Cares and the Island & Executive Council
A delegation of the St. Maarten Medical Center (SMMC) paid a working visit to Saba on Wednesday, April 5. A meeting was held with both the Island Council and the Executive Council, also attended by Saba Cares. SMMC Medical Director Dr. Felix Holiday gave a presentation to the five Island …
Read More »Team Saba impressed at the Nevis to St. Kitts Cross Channel Swim
On March 26, Team Saba took part in the Nevis to St. Kitts Cross Channel Swim with 11 persons. Team member Jochem Batstra placed third in his age category. Together with a team of 10 supporters, the Saba Team didn’t go unnoticed at the event organized by Winston Crooke. The …
Read More »Inquiry into purchase of material by government shows friction in legal framework
A recent inquiry by the acting Kingdom Representative (“waarnemend Rijksvertegenwoordiger”) into the purchase of material by the Public Entity Saba from a civil servant showed that there is friction within the current legal framework. In February 2023, Acting Kingdom Representative Jan Helmond received a report from a Saba resident with …
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