Aruba's sporting community is buzzing with excitement as Maureen Croes, a prominent figure in the world of swimming, has been elected as the vice-president of the World Aquatics Federation. The announcement came during the World Aquatics Congress held in Doha, Qatar,...
Aruba’s Maureen Croes Makes Waves as Vice-President of World Aquatics Federation
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Youth Health Care and Wit Gele Kruis Sign Agreement for Information Exchange on Child Development and Health
Youth Health Care, also known as Jeugdgezondsheidszorg (JGZ), has joined hands with Wit Gele Kruis to sign an agreement for exchanging information related to the health and development of children aged 0-5 in Aruba. The aim of this agreement is to ensure continuity in...
Aruba Customs Department and ATIA Collaborate to Enhance Trader Relations
In a bid to foster stronger ties between traders and the Customs Management Team, the Aruba Customs Department has joined hands with the Aruba Trade & Industry Association (ATIA) to reintroduce a successful initiative called "Optimization of Relationship." The...
Aruba Eyes Sustainability Projects with €100 Million Dutch Climate Fund
Aruba is poised to tap into a €100 million climate fund established by the Netherlands, aiming to accelerate the island's sustainable development and combat climate change. Prime Minister Evelyn Wever-Croes met with Dutch Representative Vincent Storimans this week to...
Aruba Bank Partners with Scholarship Foundation to Invest in Future Leaders
In a boost for local students, Aruba Bank and the Aruba Scholarship Foundation have joined forces to provide financial support for the next generation of Aruban leaders. The landmark agreement, signed on February 1st, sees Aruba Bank pledge 9,000 Florins annually for...
History Maker to Top 8: Mikel Schreuders Finishes 7th in 50m Breaststroke World Final
Mikel Schreuders etched his name in Aruban sporting history when he qualified for the men's 50m breaststroke final at the Doha 2024 World Aquatics Championships. But the fairytale didn't end there. Schreuders battled seasoned veterans and rising stars in an...
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