Saba News News and Information from Saba Island, Dutch Caribbean

The finan­cial administration of the Social Affairs and Employ­ment SZW unit within the National Office for the Caribbean Netherlands RCN remains inadequate, despite years of efforts to correct persistent issues. The General Chamber of Auditors (“Algemene Rek­enkamer”) is once again urging immediate and concrete action. The deficiencies jeopar­dize the proper distribution …

The unveiling of the new Carnival logo captivated attendees, showcasing a vibrant and dynamic design that reflects Saba’s breathtaking landscapes, from its towering hills to its dazzling underwater world. At the heart of the imagery is the tropic bird, a powerful symbol of the island’s unbridled energy and deep-rooted connection …

During yesterday’s Central Committee meeting, Commissioner of Education Eviton Heyliger called on all Island Council members to actively fulfill their responsibilities in supporting the continued development of education on Saba, particularly regarding the governance of the Saba Comprehensive School (SCS). In recent months, the Public Entity Saba (PES) has worked …

A group photo of the training’s participants.   Members of Saba government’s Public Health and Sport Depart­ment attended a training session in St. Maarten last week on the BLOC assess­ment, a motor skills test for children that is implement­ed on the island. This event, held on May 11­12, was organised by …

The Dutch House of Representatives has voted in favour of a motion to exclude the Ca­ribbean territories of the Kingdom from a planned increase in airline tax for long-haul flights. The mo­tion was introduced by far-right Party for Freedom PVV Member of Parliament (MP) Peter van Haasen. The motion received …

The Royal Netherlands Marechaussee has recently established a direct connection to Interpol’s international database for use at the airports of Bonaire, St. Eustatius, and Saba. This integration allows travel documents to be automatically cross-checked against Interpol’s global criminal investigation systems during the scanning process. This development significantly strengthens border security …

The site BES-Reporter wrote that PEP party leader and Island Council member Saskia Matthew has issued an official statement explaining her absence from the Saba Island Council’s Central Committee meetings on May 20 and 21, while sharply criticizing what she describes as procedural violations and a lack of democratic engagement …

A re­cent scientific discovery has raised new concerns for biodiversity and pub­lic health in the Dutch Caribbean. Research­ers Matthijs P. van den Burg (Burg Biologica) and Adolphe 0. Debrot (Wageningen Univer­sity) have identified the soft-bodied tick Orni­thodoros puertoricen­sis on iguanas across St. Maarten, Saba and St. Eustatius, the first time …

The quality of childcare services on Saba and across the Caribbean Netherlands is steadily improving. This is the conclusion of the Dutch Inspectorate of Education following its third round of inspections in 2024. Most childcare locations on Saba are making clear progress, ensuring children are cared for in safe, healthy …

The Dutch government is adopting a new approach to strengthen economic self-reliance across the Caribbean parts of the Kingdom. Local entrepreneurship will take center stage, supported by both public and private investment. The first application of this strategy will be the €24 million previously allocated by the Cabinet to improve …