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  • Safety Notice: Exercise Caution in St Helena Waters

    26 August 2025

    Over the past weekend, a large shark was reportedly sighted inshore, specifically along the leeward/northern side of the island. Marine Enforcement is investigating these reports though no further sightings have been reported since Friday, 22 August 2025. As a precautionary measure, we ask everyone to be extra careful and vigilant when in or near the […]

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  • International Election Observers to Arrive in St Helena Ahead of General Election

    22 August 2025

    A team of independent and impartial international election observers will arrive in St Helena ahead of the General Election to be held on Wednesday 3 September 2025.  The Election Observation Mission is made up of seven observers and is organised by the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association British Islands and Mediterranean Region (CPA BIMR).   Three parliamentarians from Isle of […]

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  • St Helena Secondary School – Public Examination Results

    22 August 2025

    St Helena Secondary School is delighted to announce an outstanding set of results in this year’s public examinations, demonstrating our ongoing commitment to high expectations, inclusive education, and supporting every learner to achieve their potential. This year’s results reflect student successes across 32 distinct qualifications, including Entry Level, Level 1, Level 2 (GCSE), and Level […]

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  • Weather Warning

    22 August 2025

    Strong winds are forecast across the island from Monday 25 August 2025 with a risk of these bringing some disruption. The forecasted south easterly winds bring occasional gusts reaching 25-30 KT, with an additional risk of isolated gusts peaking 35-40 KT in exposed areas such as Levelwood, Sandy Bay, Blue Hill and potentially Longwood. Care should […]

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  • Polling Day – General Election 2025

    21 August 2025

    Polling Day in the 2025 General Election will be Wednesday, 3 September 2025, with Polling Stations open from 10:00 to 19:00. Employers are reminded that the Elections Ordinance, 2009, requires employers to allow employees a reasonable period of time for voting and that no deduction must be made from an employee’s pay or other remuneration […]

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  • Official List of Candidates for the 2025 General Election

    20 August 2025

    Returning Officer, Carol Henry, this afternoon announced the names of 23 Candidates who will be standing in this year’s General Election.  The electorate now has the opportunity to vote for up to 12 candidates to represent the Island on the Legislative Council. The Candidates (listed in alphabetical order of last name, first name) are as follows: Colin […]

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  • St Helena Set to Host South African Cricket Giants, The Momentum Multiply Titans

    20 August 2025

    The St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce that the island will host the Momentum Multiply Titans, a South African professional cricket team. This marks the first time that a professional cricket team of this calibre has held a training camp on the island. The full squad and coaching staff are scheduled to arrive […]

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  • St Helena Government Announces Ongoing Support for the Open Oceans Fund

    20 August 2025

    The St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce its continued support for the St Helena Open Oceans Fund, a unique partnership with ocean adventure company Wavysail. This initiative offers life-changing offshore sailing opportunities to Saints and individuals with strong personal ties to the island. Following the success of previous grant recipients Josh Herne and Louis Youde, […]

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  • A Call for Community Feedback: The Playgrounds Project

    19 August 2025

    The Property Division is pleased to announce the Playgrounds Project, a new initiative to create modern, safe, and inclusive recreation areas for families at the existing playground in Half Tree Hollow (Lower Graveyard) and at Longwood Green. This project is part of the £30 million Economic Development Investment Programme (EDIP), funded by the UK Government. […]

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  • Kerry Sim and Nicholas Yon Awarded Certificate and Badge of Honour Awards

    19 August 2025

    At a reception held at Plantation House on Thursday evening, HE The Governor, Nigel Phillips, presented  the Certificate and Badge of Honour Awards to Kerry Sim and Nicholas Yon. The Certificate and Badge of Honour Award was endorsed by Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II in 1957 and is awarded for valuable service or meritorious conduct […]

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