New SAAHA adds Premium Payers to the Pool of Insured Persons. With SAAHA all citizens have access to the same improved package.

PHILIPSBURG (DCOMM):---  The Minister of Public Health, Social Development and Labor (Ministry VSA), Hon. Veronica Jansen Webster said on Thursday in response to a press statement by the Soualiga Employers Association (SEA) about the Sustainable Affordable Act (SAAHA) (formerly known as National Health Insurance (NHI)) will have the ability to achieve long-term sustainability and improved healthcare for the residents of the country.

90% of persons are already insured with Social Health Insurances SZV. At this moment a vast majority of costs...

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Celebrating World Children’s Day 2024: Exploring ‘Every Child, Every Right’ with an Inspiring Exhibition.

PHILIPSBURG:--- To celebrate World Children’s Day, the Sint Maarten National Commission for UNESCO partnered with the St. Maarten Library to create a right-of-the-child exhibition at its Philipsburg location and the satellite library at the Asha Steven Elementary School. The display provides useful information on the convention on the rights of the child for parents and children.

The theme for this year’s celebration, “For every child, every right,” reminds us of our shared responsibility to ensure that no child is left behind. Every child deser...

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Cft: “Focus on increasing income.

PHILIPSBURG:--- For quite some time now, the CFT has been seriously concerned about the fact that Sint Maarten's income is lower than expected, which leaves the country with limited resources for important public expenses. The adoption of the budget amendment for 2024 and the corresponding positive advice issued by the CFT mean Sint Maarten is able to take out a loan for investments.

Budget for 2024 and 2025
The adoption of the budget amendment for 2024 and the positive advice issued by the CFT mean Sint Maarten is now able to take out a loan for...

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Empowering Teachers to Boost Scientific Interest: Nature Foundation Showcased Innovative Education Tools.

PHILIPSBURG:--- The Nature Foundation hosted an important event for teachers and educators on November 18, 2024, at the SKOS Training Center on the premises of Sister Magda Primary School. Designed to empower educators with innovative tools and strategies for environmental education, the event brought together nearly 50 participants from primary and secondary schools across the Dutch side of the island.
The day featured a walk-through fair showcasing a wide range of educational materials available for loan; all made possible through the generous...

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