Saba News News and Information from Saba Island, Dutch Caribbean

The Public Entity Saba commissioned a comprehensive assessment of groundwater flow and nutrient dynamics on the island, examining how nitrogen and phosphorus are transported from land-based sources to the surrounding marine environment. This study provides critical insights for protecting coral reef ecosystems and guiding sustainable environmental management. Background and Objectives …

The Saba Tourist Bureau today announced the premiere of Season 3 of Faces of Saba, its acclaimed storytelling initiative that illuminates the vibrant personalities and cultural fabric defining this Caribbean island destination. Building on the success of previous seasons, Faces of Saba has established itself as an authentic platform spotlighting …

Starting 11 November 2025, residents of Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba will receive a citizen service number (BSN). Following approval by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, the Civil Affairs Departments of the three islands can now issue BSNs to their residents. During the BSN collection weeks, which …

Caretaker State Secretary for King­dom Relations and Digita­lization Eddie van Marum says he understands the frustration on Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba about the Dutch government’s decision to retain the role of Kingdom Representa­tive (“Rijksvertegenwoor­diger”), despite earlier agreements to abolish the position. “I can imagine that people feel uncomfortable, espe­cially …

The Dutch government wants to double the minimum residency requirement for naturalisation from five to ten consecutive years of legal residence within the Kingdom of the Netherlands. The proposal, put forward by State Secretary for Justice and Security Arno Rutte (VVD), was approved by the Council of Ministers in The …

How are young people on Bonaire, Saba, and St. Eustatius really doing? A new campaign by Statistics Netherlands CBS, titled “This is us!”, seeks to answer that question by shining a spotlight on issues such as health, well-being, bullying, discrimination, lifestyle habits, leisure activities, and young people’s outlook on the …

The economy of Bonaire grew by 6.3 percent in 2023, driven primarily by growth in the construction, energy, and accommodation & food services sectors. Meanwhile, the economy of St. Eustatius contracted slightly by 0.5 percent, while Saba experienced a 1.6 percent contraction, mainly due to declines in education and public …

Dear Social NGOs on Saba, We are pleased to announce our upcoming visit to Saba, where we will be hosting an information session on the funding policies of our three cooperating foundations: Oranje Fonds, Kansfonds, and Kinderpostzegels. Information Session Details Date: Friday, October 10th, 2025 Time: 3:30 PM Location: Eugenius …

The Public Entity Saba announces significant improvements to student financial assistance for students from Bonaire, Sint Eustatius, and Saba (BES islands). Recent comprehensive studies of the Student Finance Act BES revealed critical gaps in current funding levels. The research confirmed that existing student finance amounts are insufficient to cover both …