Facts and figures on the coronavirus on Bonaire. The current figures on April 3rd. … [Read more] about Facts and Figures update
Coronavirus
Four coronavirus related deaths on Sint Maarten
Philipsburg - The government of Sint Maarten announced Friday, April 3rd that now four persons deceased to the coronavirus. A day earlier there were two. In total there are 23 registered infections on the island. … [Read more] about Four coronavirus related deaths on Sint Maarten
King Participates in Video Conference with Islands
Kralendijk/Oranjestad- King Willem Alexander yesterday participated in the daily video conference between the VWS Crisis Team Caribbean Netherlands and the teams on Bonaire and St. Eustatius. The Directorate Zorg en Jeugd Caribisch Nederland (ZJCN) is … [Read more] about King Participates in Video Conference with Islands
Clyde Van Putten: “Not the time for Division, Name Calling or Blame Game”
Oranjestad, St. Eustatius- PLP leader Clyde van Putten says he is deeply concerned about the arrival of the Covid-19 virus on the island, but that that it is not the time for division, name calling or what he calls 'the blame game'. Van Putten said on … [Read more] about Clyde Van Putten: “Not the time for Division, Name Calling or Blame Game”
Additional testing on Saba, so far no COVID-19 cases
The Bottom, Saba - The COVID-19 virus so far has not been introduced on Saba. As a precautionary measure, an additional 13 persons who are in self-quarantine were tested on Wednesday, April 1, Saba Island Governor Jonathan Johnson stated. The tested persons … [Read more] about Additional testing on Saba, so far no COVID-19 cases
Samira Rafaela is committed to European support for the overseas territories
Brussels, Belgium– Following the crisis created by the outbreak of COVID-19 (Coronavirus), MEP Samira Rafaela has taken several actions to protect and defend the interests of the Overseas Countries and Territories (OCTs), including our islands, the Caribbean … [Read more] about Samira Rafaela is committed to European support for the overseas territories
Speech by Island Governor Rijna regarding Corona Measures
Kralendijk - The following is a statement made by Island Governor Edison Rijna. I can inform you that we are still at 0 infections. 16 tests have now been taken. Our Public health department has expanded the criteria for testing. If there is any doubt, testing … [Read more] about Speech by Island Governor Rijna regarding Corona Measures
Two Persons Test Positive for Covid-19 on St. Eustatius
Oranjestad, St. Eustatius- There are two positive cases of the Covid-19 virus on St. Eustatius. This fact was communicated earlier this evening by Government Commissioner Marnix van Rij. Both infected persons had traveled on March 15th from the Netherlands … [Read more] about Two Persons Test Positive for Covid-19 on St. Eustatius
Selibon introduces some precautions
Selibon N.V. has an essential task regarding keeping our island clean and public hygiene. During this difficult time, Selibon continues to provide its services in a responsible manner, putting the protection and hygiene of both our employees and our customers … [Read more] about Selibon introduces some precautions
Medical Specialists arrive for support
Kralendijk - Last Saturday the final group of additional medical and support staff for Fundashon Mariadal arrived, again coordinated by the Amsterdam University Medical Center (AUMC). The specialists were screened at the airport of Bonaire for complaints … [Read more] about Medical Specialists arrive for support