Souliga Newsday

July 17, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Honorable Minister of Justice, Lyndon Lewis was briefed by the Acting Chief of Police, inspector Shadira Gysbertha regarding a distressing shooting incident that occurred *yesterday evening* (Ed Wednesday night). The eve...

July 17, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – Leader of the political party Soualiga Action Movement (SAM) Franklin Meyers late Wednesday night issued a statement in relation to the shooting incident in the Maho/Cupecoy area.   Meyers: “Dear St. Maarten, These are sad t...

July 17, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) – Member of Parliament (MP) Christophe Emmanuel, leader of the Opportunity Wealth Party (NOW), made a compelling statement on Wednesday, addressing the pressing needs of the people of St. Maarten and highlighting his party’s un...

July 17, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Over the years, Social & Health Insurances SZV has been flexible in its policies to include measures that allow director majority shareholders (DMS) who fall outside the scope of the law to still get access to medical insuran...

July 17, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - In order to break the cycle of energy insecurity, and to expedite the integration of renewable energy into St. Maarten’s electricity grid, Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Traffic and Telecommunication, Grisha Heyliger-...

July 17, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Party for Progress (PFP) Member of Parliament (MP) Melissa Gumbs sent a letter with questions to Prime Minister (PM) Dr. Luc Mercelina, asking for an update on the maintenance of the Government administration building. Gumbs ...

July 16, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Besides stimulating food production in St. Maarten and setting up a full-fledged, dedicated, and functioning agriculture department, the recent visit of Minister of Tourism, Economic Affairs, Traffic and Telecommunication, Gr...

July 16, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The Democratic Party (DP) highlights the critical role that sports play in the development and unity of our nation. As a foundation of our communities, sports foster teamwork, discipline, and resilience—essential qualities fo...

July 16, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Khalil Revan, candidate number 4 on the Democratic Party (DP) has submitted to Prime Minister Luc Mercelina, a draft regulation that would allow for laws to be drafted and reviewed in the English language. The regulation also...

July 16, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - A coalition of 73 local companies has petitioned the Council of Ministers and the Parliament of Sint Maarten over a recent government contract awarded to an off-island company.  The petition calls for public funds to benefit...

July 16, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - Former Minister of Finance Richard Gibson Sr. has made explosive revelations about NV GEBE, the island's sole electricity provider. In a scathing critique, Gibson has exposed the deceptive practices behind the notorious "Fuel...

July 15, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The St. Maarten Hospitality & Trade Association (SHTA) selected fashion designer Zillah Duzon-Hazel as the Cultural Icon to be highlighted on the association's 2025 Events Calendar. This was announced today by the association...

July 15, 2024

SINT MAARTEN (GREAT BAY) - The issue of outstanding indexation and vacation allowance owed to civil servants and subsidized school teachers in Sint Maarten is one that has caused much uncertainty and frustration. URSM Member of Parliament (MP) Richinel...