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Abrahams wants bust of Bouterse at Onafhankelijkheidsplein

by Preveen Hanoeman

Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 - 4:15 pm

SAIL and Deep Sea Atlantic expand cooperation to increase fish processing and revenue

Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 - 3:19 pm

Tax amnesty scheme yields more than SRD 1.2 billion

Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 - 2:21 pm

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734152359 122331701192011040 6866568757122931023 n Eighty-four-year-old Raghoenath Roepnarain was found dead on a company premises in Wanica after he had been reported missing. Police are investigating the circumstances of his death.

Crime & Police

Missing 84-year-old Raghoenath Roepnarain found dead in Wanica

by Key news Redactie

images 33 During the symposium in Moengo, the importance of documenting Maroon knowledge and heritage was emphasised, with new research initiatives and international interest in this culture.

Culture

Maroon knowledge must now be documented

by Key News Redactie

Delegatie adviesorgaan Chinese regering maakt opwachting bij president 1 President Simons is urging concrete projects and more local employment within the cooperation between Suriname and China, with special attention to trade expansion and economic diversification.

General

Simons seeks concrete results from cooperation with China

by Key News Redactie

WhatsApp Image 2026 10 12 at 14.21.20 Indian Ambassador Subhash Prasad Gupta bid farewell to President Simons following successful cooperation on projects in food aid, defence and development, and emphasised further opportunities in agriculture and technology.

General

Indian ambassador Gupta bids farewell to President Simons

by Key News Redactie

1000190792 Stichting Brave Hera is discussing with the Openbaar Ministerie (Public Prosecution Service) the introduction of a closed register for sex offenders in Suriname to ensure better monitoring and protection of children.

General

Brave Hera discusses closed register for sex offenders with the Public Prosecution Service

by Key News Redactie

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Van Samson criticises shortage of classrooms and school year preparations

Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 - 7:17 am

Suriname and China discuss expanding cooperation in DNA

Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 - 5:44 am

Atompai warns of growing poverty due to developments in oil and gas sector

Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 - 4:19 am

DNA committee hears Tax Authority and Customs Union on new customs law

Tuesday, 13 Oct 2026 - 2:46 am

Lau calls for protection of small entrepreneurs in tax collection

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 8:41 pm

Driver arrested with revolver, 33 cartridges and raw gold in Klaaskreek

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 7:07 pm

Monorath supports fire brigade’s restraint in recurring Ornamibo fires

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 5:21 pm

Man arrested after report of assault and threats in Wanica

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 4:16 pm

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KEY NEWS POLITICS & ECONOMY

images 32 AmCham Suriname calls for the concrete implementation of economic priorities with measurable results, focused on local capacity-building, infrastructure, energy and digitalisation for sustainable growth.

AmCham: economic opportunities must lead to concrete results

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 3:14 pm

Andrew Baasaron RvM The Economische Controledienst is expanding its staff to more strictly inspect shops nationwide for receipts and invoices, with additional training and improved facilities for rapid deployment.

ECD has additional staff to carry out inspections

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 10:11 am

ann sadi dna DNA member Ann Sadi is demanding full access to the oil contracts between Staatsolie and international companies, with an emphasis on transparency regarding fiscal terms and revenues for Suriname.

DNA member Sadi demands access to oil contracts

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 7:19 am

vits prado 25 jaar kl Minister Baasaron is tightening import rules to curb abuse of loopholes in the law; cars older than five years will no longer automatically be recognised as collectors' items.

Vehicle import procedure to be tightened

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 5:46 am

Raghoenandan calls for permanent medical specialists in Nickerie

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 2:46 am

Michael A. Adhin DNA Chair Adhin rejects VHP criticism of Ramsukul's right to speak and proposes a new procedure to better regulate absence during speaking slots in parliament.

Adhin rejects VHP criticism of Ramsukul’s right to speak and announces new procedure

Sunday, 11 Oct 2026 - 7:19 pm

MMC 1 DNA member Raghoenandan seeks clarification over medicine shortages at MMC Nickerie, where patients have to buy basic necessities themselves, increasing financial pressure and threatening continuity of care.

Raghoenandan seeks clarification over reported medicine shortages at MMC

Sunday, 11 Oct 2026 - 9:59 am

van samson web 1 VHP parliamentarian Van Samson is urging a thorough audit of state-owned enterprises to tackle inefficiency and overstaffing, particularly at EBS, Melkcentrale and Cevihas.

Van Samson calls for audit of state-owned enterprises and clarity on personnel policy

Sunday, 11 Oct 2026 - 8:30 am

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Arts, Culture & Entertainment

Youth representative calls for award for football coach Doris Rigters

by Key News Redactie

Sunday, 11 Oct 2026 - 5:27 pm

Screenshot 2026 10 09 171745 Black Harmony advocates greater recognition of the apintiedrum as an essential Afro-Surinamese musical instrument and emphasises the importance of preserving and developing this cultural tradition.

Entertainment

Black Harmony calls for greater recognition of the apintiedrum and Afro-Surinamese musical heritage

by Key News Redactie

Saturday, 10 Oct 2026 - 3:23 pm

Black Harmony advocates greater recognition of the apintiedrum as an essential Afro-Surinamese musical instrument and emphasises the importance of preserving...

WhatsApp Image 2026 10 07 at 11.05.09 PM The Nationaal Archief Suriname has received the book ‘Overijssel & Slavernij’, which highlights Overijssel's role in the colonial slavery past and offers new historical insights.

Culture

Book on Overijssel’s slavery past included in the Nationaal Archief Suriname

by Key News Redactie

Friday, 9 Oct 2026 - 11:27 am

The Nationaal Archief Suriname has received the book ‘Overijssel & Slavernij’, which highlights Overijssel's role in the colonial slavery past...

Leaders shake hands beneath national flags The Poortstage platform connects Surinamese artists with international music markets through the Suriname Music Export Hub, focusing on sustainable exports and professional development.

Art

Poortstage aims to connect Surinamese music industry with international market

by Key News Redactie

Friday, 9 Oct 2026 - 6:15 am

The Poortstage platform connects Surinamese artists with international music markets through the Suriname Music Export Hub, focusing on sustainable exports...

WhatsApp Image 2026 10 05 at 00.12.21 Twenty members of the Maroon community were honoured for their contribution to Suriname at the closing of the first Maroon Legacy Wi Rutu fair, part of Maroon Legacy Month.

Twenty people honoured at closing of Maroon Legacy Wi Rutu fair

Wednesday, 7 Oct 2026 - 6:23 am

Launch DBS T shirt okt 2026 design by Dhiradj Ramsamoedj Readytex Art Gallery and Stichting Dierenbescherming Suriname launch a new Art for Animals T-shirt featuring a jaguar design by Dhiradj Ramsamoedj, in support of animal welfare and the protection of endangered animals.

New Art for Animals shirt featuring jaguar design by Dhiradj Ramsamoedj

Saturday, 3 Oct 2026 - 8:20 am

bloemenhulde Tetary Culturele Unie Suriname commemorated Janey Tetary with a floral tribute and film evening, focusing on her role in history and her significance for future generations.

Culturele Unie Suriname commemorates Janey Tetary with floral tribute and film evening

Tuesday, 29 Sep 2026 - 10:03 am

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CRIME & POLICE

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Man arrested for death threats against sister and other relatives in Albina

Sunday, 11 Oct 2026 - 4:03 pm

229090 BLAck MAN WITHhands cuffed by police xl 1024 v1 0 e1728225009526 png A man from Richelieu has been arrested for misappropriating money from his ex-girlfriend, who paid for a car that was never delivered. The investigation is ongoing.

Man arrested for allegedly defrauding ex-girlfriend in car purchase

Sunday, 11 Oct 2026 - 7:02 am

Screenshot 2026 10 10 201653 A house in Coronie was completely destroyed by fire while the resident had gone to fetch water; the fire brigade extinguished the blaze and police are investigating the cause. No injuries were reported.

House in Coronie completely destroyed by fire; resident had gone to fetch water

Saturday, 10 Oct 2026 - 10:21 pm

Screenshot 2026 10 09 221224 Two men were arrested in police operations on Bloemkoolstraat and Drambrandersgracht, during which drugs, a firearm, ammunition and money were found and seized.

Two suspects arrested in drug operations on Bloemkoolstraat and Drambrandersgracht

Saturday, 10 Oct 2026 - 7:11 am

kaars web 1 3 Two people were killed in a shooting incident in the car park of the Telesur office in Nickerie. The shooter, a DNV employee, then took his own life.

Two dead in shooting incident at Telesur office in Nickerie

Saturday, 10 Oct 2026 - 4:11 am

Fierce fire hits commercial building in Papatam

Friday, 9 Oct 2026 - 10:19 pm

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CONTRIBUTED

roy bhikarie web 6 Coalition agreements undermine the rule of law in Suriname by placing political power above constitutional norms, leading to institutional weakening and a threat to the independence of the judiciary.

Deception and a Death Blow to the Rule of Law

WhatsApp Image 2026 09 29 at 3.34.57 PM 1 The Tempatikreek, once a vibrant fishing area, is showing signs of pollution and stagnation, possibly due to illegal gold mining, posing risks to the surrounding nature and waterways.

Submitted: From fishers’ paradise to affected creek: what is happening to the Tempatikreek?

Submitted: FAO calls for a new agricultural revolution

Monday, 28 Sep 2026 - 7:47 am

Submitted: The Guyana mirror: Lessons, warnings and immediate action for Suriname

Tuesday, 22 Sep 2026 - 8:02 am

Submitted: The chaos in the energy sector

Thursday, 17 Sep 2026 - 3:19 pm

Submitted: The technology is there. Where is the political resolve?

Thursday, 10 Sep 2026 - 7:21 pm

Submitted: Oversight, transparency and oil money: what does the Guyanese citizen notice?

Thursday, 10 Sep 2026 - 2:32 pm

Submitted: From malaria-free to healthcare in distress: what is happening to the interior?

Thursday, 10 Sep 2026 - 5:58 am

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COLUMN & FEATURE

THE POLITICAL LENS

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OPINION

mennonieten web 3 Charles Muller advocates large-scale agriculture in Suriname, using foreign expertise without disregarding the interests of local communities. Transparency and equal rules are crucial for sustainable development.

Opinion

Opinion: Large-scale agriculture? Yes, but let it be Surinamese large-scale agriculture

by Key News Redactie

Friday, 18 Sep 2026 - 6:13 pm

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SPORTS

WhatsApp Image 2026 10 10 at 17.50.30 2 Voorwaarts won the 2026 President’s Cup 1-0 thanks to a goal by Dechamar Hunte against reigning champion SV Broki. President Simons stressed the importance of local sporting talent and called for

Voorwaarts wins President’s Cup thanks to Dechamar Hunte goal

Sunday, 11 Oct 2026 - 8:26 pm

Screenshot 2026 10 08 230038 Suriname falls three places in the FIFA rankings after a disappointing draw and defeat in the Nations League, causing it to miss out on the quarter-finals. Spain remains the undisputed number one.

Suriname drops three places in FIFA rankings

Friday, 9 Oct 2026 - 4:40 am

vaessen 1 Etienne Vaessen criticises racist provocations during the Suriname-Guatemala match, stressing the importance of self-control and the fight against racism on and off the field.

Vaessen on racism during match against Guatemala: ‘We considered stopping’

Thursday, 8 Oct 2026 - 2:19 pm

Suriname files complaint with Concacaf over racism in Guatemala

Wednesday, 7 Oct 2026 - 9:20 pm

Screenshot 2026 10 06 081226 Suriname lose to Guatemala in the 96th minute and thus miss out on the Concacaf Nations League quarter-finals. Racist incidents add further controversy after the match.

Natio miss Nations League quarter-finals after late defeat to Guatemala

Tuesday, 6 Oct 2026 - 10:00 am

Screenshot 2026 10 05 192504 Suriname has shown interest in Joël Zwarts, top scorer at CSKA Sofia, but uncertainty over nationality rules is delaying his potential international debut for the country.

Suriname makes approach for top scorer Zwarts

Monday, 5 Oct 2026 - 9:10 pm

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Health

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Student midwives trained in recording maternal and child care

Monday, 12 Oct 2026 - 4:11 am

jeffrey lau Jeffrey Lau is calling for clear financial substantiation and measurable targets for the announced investments in Suriname's healthcare sector for 2027.

Lau calls for financial substantiation and measurable targets for healthcare plans

Wednesday, 7 Oct 2026 - 7:56 am

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Ninety AZP employees receive land allocation decision after long wait

Saturday, 10 Oct 2026 - 8:50 am

Minister Currie 1536x864 1 Minister Currie emphasises the importance of mental health among young people, warns of the impact of digital stimuli and calls for greater involvement from parents and teachers.

Minister Currie calls for greater attention to young people’s mental health

Friday, 2 Oct 2026 - 6:50 am

Toerisme moet meer inkomsten opleveren voor Suriname 1 The Surinamese government is investing SRD 635 million in the restoration of the Academisch Ziekenhuis Paramaribo, focusing on intensive care, operating theatres and emergency care.

Government allocates SRD 635 million for restoration of AZP

Saturday, 10 Oct 2026 - 8:50 am

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Suriname prepares introduction of pneumococcal vaccine for children

Monday, 28 Sep 2026 - 3:19 pm

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CARICOM countries support new plan to protect healthcare from climate risks

Sunday, 27 Sep 2026 - 6:31 am

WhatsApp Image 2026 09 24 at 15.34.02 Doctor Shalini Dwarkasing-Ramautar warns that cardiovascular disease is a major cause of death among women and stresses the importance of early prevention and recognising symptoms.

Doctor warns women: greater awareness needed about cardiovascular disease

Saturday, 26 Sep 2026 - 4:32 am

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