Effective Monday May 1st 2023, all schools
(Government, Mission and Private Schools) from pre-schools to Secondary or Colleges are
closed until May 5th 2023.
In its meeting this week, Cabinet approved the Special five (5) days holiday break in response to
the escalating number of children with Influenza B symptoms seeking medical attention from
health authorities.
As of this week, the Ministry of Health, (M.O.H) reported a total overall of 2,441 residents
seeking medical help from Hospitals nationwide since the flu outbreak surfaced several weeks
ago. And last week alone, 70 cases were admitted, all listed as severe cases.
M.O.H. data also shows that the Pediatric Clinic at the National Hospital also recorded an
alarming increase in the number of children with flu-like symptoms seeking medical help
averaging 150 a day during the same period.
In the meantime, During the five day school holiday, the Ministry of Education, Sports and
Culture, (M.E.S.C.) will provide online resources and learning programs via the Ministry's
website, television and radio platforms.
All teachers are required to report to work during normal working hours.
As part of Precautionary measures associated with the Influenza B Flu issue Cabinet also has
approved the compulsory wearing of face masks in public places and social distancing to be re-
enforced.