Community and Society
Unemployment Relief Top-up Cards
Recipients of the Government of Belize COVID-19 unemployment relief, who are receiving payments by way of top-up cards, are advised to carefully protect their top-up cards and Personal Identification Numbers (PIN).
Community and Society
Ministry of Natural Resources Re-Opening Protocols
The Ministry of Natural Resources informs the public that all offices countrywide are open between the hours of 9:00 a.m. to 12 midday and 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. To maintain the health and safety of customers and employees and to comply with the Government of Belize’s regulations, effective immediately, all persons conducting business at any office countrywide are required to wear a face mask that covers their mouth and nose, practice good hand hygiene, and adhere to social distancing protocols.
Business & Economy
Caye Chapel Development Co. supports Caye Caulker Residents
The Caye Chapel group felt compelled to assist when they heard of the halt of the tourism season and the substantial loss of jobs as a result of COVID19 of their neighboring island Caye Caulker.
Community and Society
Update on Daycare Closures
The Ministry of Human Development, Social Transformation and Poverty Alleviation advises the public that under the current regulations, daycares are permitted to operate; however, an amendment will be made to the current statutory instrument to include daycares in the list of businesses prohibited from operating under the current state of emergency. Therefore, daycares will remain closed until further notice.
Community and Society
Hope Haven continues to assist island families with essential goods during the pandemic
To date, Hope Haven has assessed 2173 families, of which 2064 have received a 2-week supply of groceries. The organization continues to secure resources to continue helping, as there are more families in need. The Board of Directors, staff and volunteers extend the BIGGEST thank you to everyone who has contributed to helping during this difficult time.
Business & Economy
168 mainland residents evacuated from San Pedro Town
After proper screening and approval, 168 people were evacuated off Ambergris Caye to go be home on the mainland as they lost their jobs and livelihood on the island due to COVID-19.
Community and Society
BEL Introduces its COVID-19 Relief Program
Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) continues to provide relief for persons countrywide who are adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Company will provide food and care packages totaling $75,000 in value for distribution to approximately 600 marginalized families across the country, commencing May 4, 2020.
Community and Society
Update on the Food Assistance Programme
The Ministry of Human Development, Social Transformation, and Poverty Alleviation hereby updates the public on the COVID-19 Food Assistance Programme. Approved households who have already received their first food basket will receive notifications by text or WhatsApp informing them of their continued eligibility and the information needed to collect their baskets. There is no need to reapply; however, bear in mind that approval for continuous assistance is not automatic. Only households that receive the notification should go back for their second baskets.