From 20 to 24 January, an underwater archaeological survey was conducted at the entrance to St. Eustatius Harbour, northwest of and along the existing breakwater. The survey was commissioned by the…
Island Commissioner Reuben Merkman, who holds the portfolio for housing, and Housing Director Jacquil Pandt conducted an official site visit today at the former school building on Breedeweg. The visit…
Island Secretary Malvern Dijkshoorn, Deputy Island Secretary Nikima Hickinson, and support staff member Jacknelies Jennie recently took part in a specialised executive leadership training in Bonaire,…
Creating a sustainable future for Statia begins with strengthening the way we grow our food, care for our land and support the people who work it. The Strategic Action Plan for Sustainable Agriculture…
The SAPSA (Strategic Action Plan for Sustainable Agriculture) well-drilling project has been successfully completed, improving water availability for the community. Four new wells were completed and…
What helps us make sustainable choices for Statia’s waters and land? The Nature and Environment Policy Programme (NEPP) plays a central role in safeguarding Statia’s unique natural environment while…
In December 2025, four employees of the Directorate of Economy, Nature and Infrastructure (ENI) attended the kick-off workshop of the Improving Liveability, Sustainability and Resilience of the Dutch…
On Friday, 9 January 2026, Statia Government officially started the sale of twenty-five social homes to tenants. This milestone marks an important step in the government’s ongoing commitment to…
BES(t) 4 Kids is part of a project supported by the Statia Government, represented by the Directorate of Social Domain, and the Ministries of Social Affairs and Employment (SZW) and Education.…