News from Bonaire, St. Eustatius & Saba
Kralendijk- There are 3 new positive cases of Covid-19 on Bonaire, but the total amount of active cases is still heading down. On Friday 24 people got tested, with 3 positive cases as a result. This can be considered a relatively high percentages of those tested. All infected cases at present are residents of the island. The Government of Bonaire says they realize that the number 0800-0800 can often sound busy, as the line is also used … [Read more] about Three New Covid-19 Cases on Bonaire
Kralendijk - The Government of Bonaire has printed posters in which ;vaccination ambassadors' explain why they are getting vaccinated. The first set of four posters can be seen on social media from this weekend, and then in public spaces. Commissioner Nina … [Read more] about Bonaire presents ‘Vaccination Ambassadors’
The Bottom, Saba- Governor Jonathan Johnson looks back with satisfaction on the vaccination campaign on the island. "Let me start by sending a big congratulations to the community. We have accomplished some amazing things together. The policies, safety … [Read more] about Saba’s Governor Johnson Happy with Vaccination Campaign
Kralendijk- Bonaire is still struggeling with the registration of those 60 years and older for the vaccination against Covid-19. According to Commisioner Nina den Heyer, the call center is working hard to eliminate the backlog. "Some things have gone well … [Read more] about Bonaire Struggles with registration for Corona vaccine
Kralendijk- Construction work is in full swing in Kaya Grandi, it is going well and according to schedule. According to WEB, all work is expected to be completed within the next 4 weeks. Contractor Bonaire Wegenbouw Maatschappij (BWM) is currently … [Read more] about Construction in Kaya Grandi will last 4 more weeks
The Bottom, Saba- Saba has passed the 1,000 vaccination mark passed, shortly before 12 noon on Friday, February 26, 2021. Janelie Barnes was the 1,000th person to get her Moderna vaccine in a highly successful COVID-19 vaccination program.Saba’s … [Read more] about Now over 1,000 Residents Vaccinated On Saba
Kralendijk- Six participants have successfully completed the Hospitality vocational course in Bonaire. The hospitality course is part of the "Ban Traha" campaign of job center Plenchi di Trabou. The diplomas and certificates were recently presented to the … [Read more] about Six Participants Graduate from Hospitality Training Bonaire
Kralendijk, The Bottom, Saba, Oranjestad, St. Eustatius - Entrepreneurs in the Caribbean Netherlands will soon be able to submit a new application for a contribution towards their fixed costs from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate (EZK). The amount … [Read more] about Up to 400.000 USD support for businesses hit by Covid on Bonaire, St. Eustatius and Saba
Kralendijk - On February 26, 2021, there are 16 active cases of Covid-19 on Bonaire. All active cases are habitants of the island. Yesterday 22 people were tested and the results of 1 person is positive. 6 people recovered from Covid-19. There is 1 hospital … [Read more] about Total COVID-19 cases on Bonaire continues to drop
The Bottom, Saba - The construction of a new greenhouse has started adjacent to the hospital in The Bottom. The greenhouse will be completely wheelchair accessible for the LIFE Center clients, a program for senior citizens. Commissioner of Health Care and … [Read more] about Greenhouse under construction for Saba LIFE Center