标签： Suriname

In a dramatic turn of events, a suspected burglar was caught red-handed by a homeowner in the Latour district on Thursday, November 13, 2025. The suspect, identified as V.R. (41), attempted to break into a residence while the homeowner, S.T. (42), was cooking. Hearing unusual noises resembling someone forcing open a window, S.T. immediately investigated the source. Upon checking, he discovered a man using a broomstick to push aside a curtain. Armed with a sharp object, S.T. confronted the intruder and managed to disarm him after a fierce struggle. The suspect, however, retaliated by attempting to strike S.T. with the weapon. S.T. successfully regained control, delivering several blows to the intruder before calling the police. Both the homeowner and the suspect were taken to the police station for further investigation. Following coordination with the Public Prosecutor’s Office, V.R. was placed in custody.

The Ministry of Transport, Communication, and Tourism (TCT) in Suriname has initiated a comprehensive re-registration process for private bus operators, effective from November 17, 2025, to March 6, 2026. This initiative aims to create a complete and up-to-date registry of all buses operating on the country’s sixty-plus official routes. Public bus transportation is a vital component of daily mobility for thousands of citizens, and with the sector largely managed by private operators, the ministry emphasizes the need for accurate and reliable data. The re-registration process will be conducted by the Public Transport Service under the Directorate of Transport, located at the Ministry of Public Works and Spatial Planning (OWRO) on Mr. Jagernath Lachmon Street. According to the ministry, the primary goal of this initiative is administrative and organizational, ensuring clarity and efficiency in a sector critical to society. The ministry has clarified that the process is not intended to burden or penalize bus operators but to foster better policy-making and collaboration between the government and the bus sector. Additionally, operators unable to meet the registration deadline will be granted a special post-registration phase, with strict measures in place to ensure passenger services remain uninterrupted during peak hours. The TCT anticipates that this re-registration will lead to a more transparent system, improved communication among stakeholders, and a noticeable enhancement in public transportation services. The updated database is expected to help identify and resolve bottlenecks more effectively, ultimately benefiting commuters.

A tragic incident occurred in the Avanavero area on Saturday, resulting in the death of a 34-year-old construction worker, C.W. The fatal accident took place during welding and construction activities when a heavy metal wall, measuring approximately four by seven meters, unexpectedly detached and toppled onto him. C.W. was working alongside two colleagues on the project at the time of the incident. Despite immediate efforts to rescue him using a loader, he was found in critical condition and rushed to the RGD clinic. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead upon arrival. Due to a language barrier, medical staff were unable to gather sufficient information, prompting the Apoera police to take over the investigation. C.W.’s identity was confirmed through his Chinese passport. As no doctor was available in Apoera, the body was transferred to the Mungra Medical Center in Nickerie after consultation with the Public Prosecutor’s Office, where the death was officially confirmed. Authorities have stated there is no evidence of foul play, and the body has been released to the victim’s family.

On Sunday, Suriname’s Independence Square became the stage for a grand reenactment of the nation’s political history, marking 50 years of independence. Unlike traditional celebrations, this event centered around the youth, with over 7,500 students from 45 schools participating in a living reconstruction of two pivotal historical moments: the former and current Surinamese flags. The event, part of the Srefidensi Gymnaestrade, was a highlight of the jubilee program commemorating half a century of independence. The students had spent days rehearsing at the André Kamperveen Stadium, mastering choreography and learning the story behind the first human flag formed in 1975 during the proclamation of the republic. The reenactment aimed to immerse the youth in the emotions of that historic night between November 24 and 25, 1975. On the square, the students, dressed in ponchos and headscarves in the colors of the Surinamese flag, sang the national anthem. Through a meticulously choreographed performance, they first formed the former national flag, white with five stars symbolizing the diverse ethnic groups. Each star was followed by a dance segment and musical performance representing the cultural communities. The climax came with the transition to the current flag, where the students swiftly rearranged themselves into a new color scheme, culminating in a giant “50” in white and gold, a visual tribute to five decades of independence. President Jennifer Simons, watching from the presidential palace balcony, emphasized the historical significance of youth participation, urging them to continue contributing to Suriname’s development. Defense Minister Uraiqit Ramsaran praised the youth and the National Army for their roles in the event, highlighting the unifying power of national pride. The event served as both a festive spectacle and a living history lesson, symbolically bringing together three generations—1975, current leaders, and the youth—on one square, celebrating the past while inspiring hope for Suriname’s future.

The holiday season kicked off early this weekend for customers of Fernandes Bakkerij, as the bakery’s Christmas Bread Roadshow brought festive joy and exciting giveaways to Rock Oil Zuid. Visitors had the chance to win a variety of prizes, including air fryers, toasters, hand mixers, and even an electric scooter, alongside extra Christmas bread. Shermane Westerborg, the roadshow coordinator, explained that this year’s approach is different. “Instead of cutting meter-long Christmas breads, we’re focusing on giving away as many gifts as possible,” she said. The roadshow, which began in October, will continue until December 12, touring regions such as Paramaribo, Wanica, Commewijne, Para, and Marowijne. Each location features an electric scooter as the grand prize, with three already claimed. The tour will resume in Brokopondo on Tuesday, followed by visits to Wanica, Nickerie, and Paramaribo North, culminating at the Fernandes Bakkerij on Kernkampweg. Westerborg emphasized that the traditional Christmas bread tasting remains a key feature. “We’re still cutting Christmas breads at various locations for people to sample, just not the meter-long ones, so we can focus more on our customers and the prizes,” she noted. Participants can enter the prize draw by submitting a voucher for two Christmas breads. At the ‘grabbelton’—a sealed space where swirling winds float cards—each participant can grab one card to determine their prize. The electric scooter remained unclaimed on Saturday, with all unclaimed prizes rolling over to the roadshow’s final day.