August 03, 2026 No comments
The Setai Donates US$15,000 to Support Youth Development, Creativity and STEM Education
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Setai luxury development has donated a total of US$15,000 to three St. Maarten organizations as part of its commitment to investing not only in the country’s economy, but also in the people and institutions that strengthen the community. The Let’s Talk Foundation, the St. Maarten Science Fair Foundation and Stichting EGO each received US$5,000 to support programs focused on youth development, creativity, science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. The contribution reflects The Setai’s intention to establish itself as a long-term community partner in St. Maarten. Alongside the jobs, business activity and other economic opportunities expected to be generated by the development, The Setai recognizes that responsible investment also requires meaningful participation in the social and educational...
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August 03, 2026 No comments
BOPP Students Complete Placement at the Tax Administration
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - After a month of practical learning, five students have successfully completed their placement at the Tax Administration through the 2026 Business Outreach and Placement Program (BOPP). During the program, they gained valuable experience and learned more about the operations of the Tax Administration and its role in society. Three students were assigned to the Business Unit, while two were assigned to the Income Tax Unit, where they worked alongside staff and gained insight into the daily operations of the Tax Administration. In the Business Unit, the students assisted with the scanning and indexing of documents, including Wage Tax, AOV/AWW Premiums, AVBZ, Turnover Tax, and Profit Tax records. Those assigned to the Income Tax Unit supported administrative tasks, including...
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August 03, 2026 No comments
MINISTER OF FINANCE CONCLUDES BOPP PLACEMENT & ENCOURAGES CONTINUED INVESTMENT IN YOUTH
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Minister of Finance, the Honorable Marinka J. Gumbs, together with her Cabinet, is pleased to announce the successful completion of the Business Outreach and Placement Program (BOPP) internship of Ms. Ifechukwude Akams. Through the Department of Youth Affairs' Business Outreach and Placement Program, Ms. Akams was afforded the opportunity to complete her work experience placement within the Cabinet of the Minister of Finance. The program serves as an important bridge between education and the workplace by providing young people with practical, hands-on experience in a professional environment. The Minister also extends her sincere appreciation to the coordinators of the BOPP and the Department of Youth Affairs for yet another successful program. Their continued dedication to creating meaningful...
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August 02, 2026 No comments
NAPB Sint Maarten President Pantohplet Demands Transparency
SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – The President of the NAPB Sint Maarten Union Marcus Pantophlet on Sunday, August 2, 2026, issued the following press statement. “The revelations surrounding the reported contractual relationship between UNOPS and a law firm bearing the name of our current Minister of Justice deserve more than silence—they demand transparency. “As President of NAPB Sint Maarten, I have consistently maintained that justice must not only be done but must also be seen to be done. Public confidence in our justice system is built on integrity, impartiality, and accountability. “If the same international agency that reportedly awarded a US$90,000 contract to the Minister's former law practice is now providing technical advice to the Ministry of Justice on sensitive matters, then the...
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August 02, 2026 No comments
Back-to-School Expo Aims to Ease the Burden on Families
SINT MAARTEN (MADAME ESTATE) - As the new school year approaches, many families across St. Maarten are preparing for more than just purchasing school supplies. Rising costs, academic expectations, children's mental well-being and the growing influence of technology have added new challenges to an already demanding back-to-school season. The inaugural Back-to-School Expo, taking place on Sunday, August 9, at the Aleeze Convention Center, aims to help ease that burden by bringing together education professionals, healthcare providers, financial institutions, government agencies and community organizations under one roof. "Preparing children for school today goes far beyond buying notebooks and uniforms," said Bertaux Fleming, Managing Director of Xtratight Entertainment. "Families are looking for information, support and practical solutions. This expo is designed to connect them...
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