Sea Conditions
13 February 2026St Helena is likely to experience a north-westerly swell from Saturday, 14 February 2026, resulting in unsettling sea conditions in both James and Rupert’s Bay. Boat owners are advised to...
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Governance Commission Appointed to Review Recommendations from the 2025 St Helena Governance Review Report
13 February 2026Following a call for Expressions of Interest issued at the end of 2025, an independent Governance Commission has been appointed to review and assess the recommendations arising from the 2025...
St Helena Air Service Recovery and Tourism Success
12 February 2026Following the recent airport recategorisation, the St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to provide a positive update on the island’s air and sea access, as well as progress toward restoring...
St Helena Airport Incident and Cyber Awareness
12 February 2026
With the current challenges being faced by the St Helena Airport, it is an opportune time for cyber criminals to...
MV Karoline Operations Update
12 February 2026The Captain of the MV Karoline, together with Port Control, assessed sea conditions this morning, 12 February 2026. The MV Karoline has now safely berthed alongside Rupert’s Jetty to begin...
Air Service Recovery: Medevac Flight and Recovery Plan Update
11 February 2026With the recent accreditation of the Airport to Category 4, the St Helena Government (SHG) is pleased to confirm a significant step in maintaining essential services. Successful Medevac Flight A...
Update on St Helena Airport Operations and Restoration of Services
10 February 2026
The St Helena Government (SHG) acknowledges the significant disruption and concern caused by the current suspension of commercial air services....
Governor and Chief Minister Deliver Radio Press Statement
10 February 2026On Monday, 9 February 2026 His Excellency Governor Nigel Phillips CBE and the Honourable Chief Minister Dr Rebecca Cairns-Wicks MBE made a statement on the current airport disruption to the...
Arrival of MV Azamara Journey
9 February 2026The public are advised that the Jamestown Wharf will be closed to all members of the public from 06:00 on Wednesday, 11 February 2026, due to the arrival of the...
St Helena Government Updates the Public on Airport Status: St Helena Airport approved at Category 4 Status
8 February 2026St Helena Airport today announced that they have secured regulatory approval from Airport Safety Support International (ASSI) to operate at Category 4. This certification will permit small aircraft, such as...
St Helena Government Updates the Public on Airport Status and Essential Services
7 February 2026Following the temporary closure of St Helena Airport on Friday 6 February, Gold Command will continue to meet daily to coordinate a resolution. We understand the uncertainty this situation brings...
Weather Warning Update
7 February 2026St Helena is still experiencing a north-westerly swell, resulting in unsettled sea conditions in both James and Rupert’s Bay. Boat owners are advised to ensure their vessels are securely moored...