White Ribbon Day – 25 November 2024
13 November 2024White Ribbon Day, observed annually on 25 November, is a global movement dedicated to ending violence against women. This year’s theme, “It Starts with Men,” emphasises the crucial role men...
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Contract Signed for Wastewater Management Design Consultancy
12 November 2024St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce that they have entered into a contract with MPAMOT Africa (PTY) Ltd from Cape Town, South Africa to develop wastewater solutions for...
Delegation to Represent St Helena at COP29 Summit in Azerbaijan
12 November 2024A delegation comprising of Minister for Environment, Natural Resources and Planning, Christine Scipio, and SHG UK representative, Kedell Worboys, MBE, will be representing St Helena at the 29th Conference of...
SHG Practical Drone Training
8 November 2024In September 2024, 28 SHG and project / contract personnel embarked on an online Remote Pilot theory course with The UAV Academy. The next phase in the course, delivered by...
Incident at Horse Point Landfill Site Update
8 November 2024St Helena Government’s Waste Management Services (WMS) has provided an update on the ongoing situation at the Green Waste Cell at Horse Point Landfill Site. A fire broke out in...
Primary Education Review – Hampshire Local Authority to Visit St Helena
8 November 2024St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to announce the arrival of two experienced education consultants from Hampshire Local Authority. These consultants will be on the island from Saturday 9 November...
Contingency Arrangements in Progress for BIOT Agreement Between UKG and SHG
6 November 2024Further to recent press statements regarding contingency arrangements on St Helena to support the welfare of any migrant who may arrive in the future in the British Indian Overseas Territories...
St Helena: A Unique Environment, A Rich Tapestry
5 November 2024An Online Conference The St Helena Research Institute (SHRI) and the University of Manchester are pleased to announce that a landmark free online conference, “St Helena: A Unique Environment, A...
Marcella Mittens Achieves First-Class Honours in Business Management and Tourism Studies
4 November 2024Marcella Mittens, a recent graduate of Canterbury Christ Church University, has achieved First-Class Honours in her BSc Business Management and Tourism Studies degree. She was also recognised as the student...
Changes to Customs and Immigration Processes at St Helena Airport
1 November 2024The Customs and Immigration Sections have recently undertaken a review of their processes with the initial focus placed on the passenger experience at the airport. As a result of this...
Expansion of the Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) Scheme
1 November 2024By April 2025, anyone wishing to travel to, or transit through, the UK will require permission in advance. Permission can be granted by way of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA)...
New Procurement Regulations 2024 Implemented
31 October 2024HE the Governor has recently approved revised Procurement Regulations which replace the 2018 Procurement Regulations. The new Procurement Regulations aim to streamline processes and reduce administrative burdens, while ensuring compliance. The new...