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Non-native species threaten endemic iguana populations

Researchers of Wageningen University and Research have identi­fied a recent incursion of non-native iguanas on Saba which form a major threat to the endemic iguana pop­ulation. A promising study shows a new methodology with which non-native igua­nas can be recognised and removed at an early stage for more effective protec­tion of …

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Saba and Yuverta sign MoU for green vocational education

The Public Entity Saba and Yuverta, the biggest green vocational education training organization in Europe, on Monday, April 3, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore how green education can contribute to the goals and ambitions of Saba, as well as the possibilities for establishing green vocational education on …

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Minister Dijkgraaf concludes visit to Saba

Dutch Minister of Education, Culture and Science Robbert Dijkgraaf concluded his visit to Saba late Monday afternoon. Dijkgraaf said he had a “wonderful day” on Saba where he spoke with many people “about things that we share.” It was a full program during which the Minister and his delegation got …

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Saba and St. Eustatius move to save coral reefs

A major environmental project is under way in St. Eustatius and Saba to reduce erosion and safe­guard endangered reefs around the two islands. The “Healthy and Resilient Marine and Coastal Eco­systems Through Refores­tation of St. Eustatius and Saba Project” will include the reforestation of areas stripped bare of vegetation due …

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Minister Dijkgraaf arrives on Saba

Dutch Minister of Education, Culture and Science Robbert Dijkgraaf arrived on Saba on Sunday late afternoon. At the airport to meet the minister and his delegation was Island Governor Jonathan Johnson. The working visit starts on Monday morning with a meeting with the Executive Council, followed by a meeting with …

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Highest point at new building Sacred Heart School

The highest point at the new building of the Sacred Heart Primary School was recently reached. On Thursday, March 30, on his first working day as the new Commissioner of Education, Eviton Heyliger, accompanied by his colleague Commissioner Bruce Zagers, visited the construction site. The main structure of the two-story …

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Container waiting area for ferry passengers

The Public Entity Saba has, in collaboration with local contractor Work Monster, installed a modified container at the Fort Bay Harbor where ferry passengers can shelter against the weather elements. The initiative came from Commissioner Bruce Zagers who felt that something needed to be done to protect the waiting ferry …

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