Public Entity Saba, in cooperation with KPCN, announces the introduction of field breathalyzer tests as a crucial measure to combat drunk driving on our island. The enforcement of these breathalyzer tests is an essential tool that will help us in our ongoing efforts to ensure the safety of all road …
Read More »Key Takeaways from the Delegation of the Fixed Commission Kingdom Relations’ visit
The delegation’s visit to Saba in May 2024 began with briefings at the Government Building, where representatives from the Executive Council, Island Council, and the Public Entity Saba (PES) shared updates on the island’s critical issues and recent developments. Below is a summary of the primary discussions. Economic Affairs Saba’s …
Read More »Saba Volleyball Shines at ECVA U21 Beach Volleyball Championship in St. Kitts & Nevis
The Saba Volleyball Association recently marked a significant milestone in its journey to establish beach volleyball on the island. From August 26th to September 1st, a team from Saba participated in a series of events in St. Kitts & Nevis, including a FIVB Beach Volleyball Coaching Course, an Athlete Training …
Read More »Funding secured for home renovation support
The Public Entity Saba has secured funding to help the most vulnerable communities on Saba to renovate and improve their homes to ensure they are safe during extreme weather such as heavy rainfall, storms and hurricanes. The Saba Renovation Grant will be open for applications in 2025. The funding was …
Read More »Temporary halting of Reverse Osmosis (RO) water production due to tropical storm Ernesto
The Public Entity of Saba informs the public that Reverse Osmosis (RO) water production has been temporarily halted. This pause is due to damage caused by Tropical Storm Ernesto, which, combined with ongoing repairs to the fishermen’s pier, has left the intake line temporarily out of the water. The Public …
Read More »Public Entity Saba initiates Car Wreck and Metal Waste Removal Project
Based on a recent island survey, it has been identified that numerous car wrecks and metal waste pose significant hazards to the community in various ways. To address this, Public Entity Saba will initiate a Car Wreck and Metal Waste Removal Project. This project will offer substantial benefits to the …
Read More »Saba initiates car wreck and metal waste removal project
Based on an island survey that was recently conducted, it has been noted that several car wrecks and instances of metal waste are present on Saba, posing a serious hazard to the community in numerous ways. Due to this, the public entity Saba will begin a Car Wreck and Metal …
Read More »Police report of Friday, the 23 rd of August until Wednesday, the 28 the of August 2024
Scheduled traffic check SABA In recent days, officers of the Dutch Caribbean Police Force (KPCN) stopped several vehicles for a routine check on Saba. The check was in connection with the enforcement of the Saba 2022 Road Traffic Ordinance. The checks were based on, among other things, possession of a …
Read More »Increased taxes for higher incomes in Caribbean Neths.
On Friday, August 23, the Kingdom Council of Ministers agreed to the Tax Plan BES Islands 2025, which entails a tax increase for persons with a higher income on Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba (the BES islands). This policy is meant to improve the tax system and benefit residents of the …
Read More »21st Annual Sea & Learn on Saba: A Month-Long Celebration of Science and Environmental Awareness
The highly acclaimed Sea & Learn on Saba program is gearing up for its 21st annual edition, scheduled for October. Celebrated for promoting scientific exploration and environmental stewardship, this award-winning event attracts 14 distinguished scientists from around the globe to share their knowledge with both the local community and visitors. …
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