14K views · 185 reactions | Tonight, Belize has joined the rest of the world: the Ministry of Health has confirmed the presence of COVID-19. Up until last night, Belize had been among the last five counties in the world which had not seen a positive test. Well, last night, a positive was confirmed - and the Prime Minister held a special press conference this morning to make the announcement: | 7 News Belize | Facebook

5.1K views · 31 reactions | The press also asked the CEO to discuss the gradual return of air carriers to Belize, and the positive effect they will have on the recovery of tourism. Last night, we told you how COPA Airlines will resume services to Belize that were suspended due to the pandemic. The CEO said that recovery will get a much-needed boost with each airline company that resumes flights to Belize: | 7 News Belize | Facebook

But, as this so-called first wave seems to be ending - can Belize currently say that it is COVID free? Manzanero says it does seem that way, but reminded the public that we are all one reckless trip across the border from having a case imported through the backdoor: | 7 News Belize