Katrien Nivera 🇵🇭

Third culture kid Katrien has been working as a writer and editor at DutchReview for over two years, originally moving to the Netherlands as a tween. Equipped with a Bachelor’s in communication and media and a Master’s in political communication, she’s here to stay for her passion for writing, whether it’s current Dutch affairs, the energy market, or universities. Just like the Dutch, Katrien lives by her agenda and enjoys the occasional frietje met mayo — she just wishes she could grow tall, too.

Student loans, financing, and scholarships in the Netherlands in 2026

Almost all students are looking for ways to finance their studies in the Netherlands  — and preferably spare a little extra cash for drinks....

Wet January? The Netherlands starts 2024 with rain and strong winds

After a rainy Christmas caused flooding across the Netherlands, high tides have stabilised, and there haven't been any new cases of flooding. But don't...

Fireworks sales in the Netherlands start today, ahead of New Year’s celebrations

Hip hip, hoera! Fireworks sales have finally started today, December 28, a few days ahead of New Year's Eve in the Netherlands. You'll only...

Finally! From late 2024, every mobile phone sold in the Netherlands must have THIS charger

Goodbye, tangled cables! Starting December 28, 2024, every mobile phone sold and bought in the Dutch market must have a USB-C charger. And the...

Storm Pia arrives in the Netherlands: flights cancelled, warnings for rush hour traffic

Hold on to your hats, as Storm Pia has made landfall in the Netherlands and the Dutch Royal Weather Institute (KNMI) has issued a...

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