Bahamian Govt Announces New COVID-19 Protocols

• The Bahamian government has declared new coronavirus health protocols, which would come into effect from 26 July 2021. A daily curfew will be imposed from 10 pm to 5 am for the New Providence, Grand Bahama and North and South Eleuthera, Harbour islands.  
• The decision was taken to control the spread of the deadly COVID-19 mutant. As per the new health protocols, RT PCR testing will now be needed for travelers who are not fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 mutant for travel from New Providence, Grand Bahama and North and South Eleuthera, including Harbour Island. 
• The protocol includes social gathering limit of 5 people, provided that all persons are fully vaccinated. In addition, the government has further informed the citizens to note that the operation of a bar, night club & any cultural or entertainment facility remains prohibited. 
• The reintroduction of strict containment measures will further dampen the Bahamas’ growth prospects over the near term as it will weigh on revenues and tourism activity.

(Source: West Indies and Caribbean news & NCBCM Research)