What's the government response timeline for Cape Verde?

The National Director of Health, Artur Correia, calls on the population to focus on preventing the introduction of the Coronavirus in Cape Verde; https://www.governo.cv/coronavirus-diretor-nacional-de-saude-garante-que-cabo-verde-esta-a-implementar-todas-as-recomendacoes-da-organizacao-mundial-de-saude/

Cap Verde ministry of health produces Coronavirus Information video and shares it on Facebook (presumably also airing it on other media / in schools etc.); https://www.facebook.com/ministeriodasaude.cv/posts/2467699946827763

Cape Verde bans all flights from Italy for three weeks starting on February 27; https://covid19.cv/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/BO-30-RES-45_RES-46_RES-47-2020.pdf

The communication strategy regarding COVID-19 was intensified through the media, the production of information leaflets, lectures in schools, companies, among others; https://www.governo.cv/ministro-da-saude-garante-que-cabo-verde-continua-sem-casos-de-infeccao-pelo-covid-19/

Cap Verdean Government releases detailed contingency plan; https://www.governo.cv/documentos/plano-nacional-de-contingencia-covid-19/; https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-garante-que-plano-nacional-de-contingencia-para-prevencao-e-controlo-do-covid-19-sera-amplamente-socializado-e-partilhado/

Ban on flights from Italy extended until April 30; https://covid19.cv/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/BO-30-RES-45_RES-46_RES-47-2020.pdf (not archivable)

From March 16, the government declared contingency situation and restricts public events with large gatherings of people. Link: https://www.governo.cv/declarada-situacao-de-contingencia-em-todo-o-territorio-nacional/ "No dia 16 de março de 2020, o Governo declara a situação de Contingência, para todo o território nacional, com a adoção das seguintes medidas de carácter excepcional: f) Restrição à realização de eventos públicos que reúnam número significativo de participantes, em espaços abertos ou fechados, independentemente da sua natureza"

On the 16th of March, testing for COVID-19 commenced. https://www.asemana.publ.cv/?Laboratorio-de-Cabo-Verde-com-capacidade-para-300-testes-diarios=&ak=1

Government ban flights from Portugal, European countries with Covid-19 cases, Brazil, US, Senegal, and Nigeria Link: https://www.governo.cv/covid19-governo-declara-situacao-de-contingencia-a-nivel-da-protecao-civil/ "O Governo decide, com efeitos a partir de amanhã, dia 18 de março, interditar ligações aéreas, com Portugal e todos os países europeus assinalados com a pandemia de COVID-19 e com os EUA, o Brasil, o Senegal e a Nigéria"

Website of Cabo Verde Government has information on how to protect. A green line was instituted since at least March 18 and information has been regularly updated on the situation: https://www.governo.cv/. Communiqué dated March 18 suggests a coordinated response including information campaigns and protection measures: https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-reune-conselho-nacional-de-protecao-civil-e-anuncia-novas-medidas/

Effective March 19, 2020, the Government of Cabo Verde has suspended commercial passenger flights in and out of Cabo Verde, including flights to Portugal, Senegal, the United States, and other European countries, with limited exceptions for citizens returning home from Cabo Verde and for medical emergencies. In addition, passengers on board cruise ships and sailboats will not be allowed to disembark. The government announced that these restrictions will remain in place for three weeks and may be renewed. https://en.mercopress.com/2020/03/21/cabo-verde-closes-all-borders-and-restricts-flights-falklands-air-link-disrupted; https://cv.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-citizen-travel-options-in-sal/

In the island of Boa Vista, people are recommended to stay home Link: https://www.governo.cv/boa-vista-governo-coloca-a-ilha-em-quarentena-e-reforca-medidas-de-restricao/

The island of Boa Vista is put in lockdown and all domestic flights and ships are prohibited to travel to the island. Link: https://www.governo.cv/boa-vista-governo-coloca-a-ilha-em-quarentena-e-reforca-medidas-de-restricao/ "são reforçadas, para a Boa Vista, as medidas de restrição, com efeitos a partir de hoje”, afirmou Ulisses Correia e Silva, apontando, a interdição de voos domésticos, interdição de transporte de passageiros através de navios comerciais e de pesca, com exceção para situações sanitárias, evacuações de doentes, situações de emergência e repatriamento."

On 19 March, the government annouced that it would move the easter holidays from 27th march to 23rd March to close all public schools. The measure was also recommended for private schools, universities and kindergartens. Distance learning is expected to take effect from 27 April: https://jornaleconomico.sapo.pt/en/news/classes-in-cape-verde-can-be-extended-until-July-31-579434

"To support companies and increase their liquidity, it was agreed to create lines of credit and guarantees. The credit lines will be supported by the banking system, in the global amount up to PTE 4,000,000, with guarantees from the State" https://www.governo.cv/acordo-de-concertacao-social-demos-um-grande-passo-para-mitigar-os-efeitos-no-emprego-no-rendimento-e-na-vida-das-empresas-ulisses-correia-e-silva/

On March 26, the Prime Minister of Cabo Verde announced new restrictions to contain the spread of COVID-19 in the country including, but not limited to, the suspension of all air and maritime inter-island connections starting March 27; https://cv.usembassy.gov/message-for-u-s-citizens-march-28-repatriation-flight-fully-booked-new-covid-19-restrictions-announced/

Prime Minister announces a set of measures aimed at families that are economically dependent on informal work and who, due to the crisis, lose their livelihoods, and have no alternative to daily income. It guarantees the attribution of Social Inclusion Income to 8,000 families in extreme poverty (10,000 escudos a month), and immediate food assistance is also guaranteed to 22,500 families, corresponding to about 90,000 people, whose income is below the minimum wage or without any source of income. https://www.governo.cv/medidas-ao-setor-informal-asseguram-as-necessidades-basicas-da-alimentacao-do-acesso-a-saude-do-rendimento-familiar-e-de-cuidados-primeiro-ministro/

State of emergency declared. All schools to be closed https://kiosk.incv.cv/V/2020/3/28/2.1.38.3185/

Government Announced a nationwide state of emergency starting March 28th requiring all but essential services to close Link: https://www.governo.cv/covid19-governo-comunica-as-excecoes-a-nivel-do-comercio-face-ao-estado-de-emergencia/ ( https://jornaleconomico.sapo.pt/en/news/cape-verde-parliament-approves-state-of-emergency-declaration-567645), which has been extended to May 2nd ( https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/334181/cape-verde-authorities-extend-nationwide-state-of-emergency-until-may-2-update-4)

Public Transport operating at reduced level since annoucement of state of emergency on Mar 28th and subsequent extensions: https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/334181/cape-verde-authorities-extend-nationwide-state-of-emergency-until-may-2-update-4

Government declares state of emergency and requires people to stay at home. Link: https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-apresenta-no-parlamento-medidas-do-estado-de-emergencia-e-apela-a-maximo-sentido-de-responsabilidade/ "No Estado de Emergência, não é apenas sensibilização ou pedido para ficarem em casa, agora é obrigatório ficar em casa. É a lei que impõe"

Government declares state of emergency and bans air and water transport between the islands " a suspensão das ligações aéreas e marítimas inter-ilhas" https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-apresenta-no-parlamento-medidas-do-estado-de-emergencia-e-apela-a-maximo-sentido-de-responsabilidade/

Moratorium: "all those who have an insurance contract will have an additional 60 days to allow them to pay their commitments." https://www.governo.cv/covid-19-moratorias-estendidas-as-camaras-municipais/

Lockdown measures are extended to all islands until 26 April and others until May 2 Link: https://www.dw.com/pt-002/presidente-de-cabo-verde-prolonga-estado-de-emergência/a-53153497

Lockdown measures are extended to all islands until 26 April and others until May 2 Link: https://www.dw.com/pt-002/presidente-de-cabo-verde-prolonga-estado-de-emergência/a-53153497

Lockdown measures are extended to all islands until 26 April and others until May 2 Link: https://www.dw.com/pt-002/presidente-de-cabo-verde-prolonga-estado-de-emergência/a-53153497

a public information campaign exists, and website is regularly updated: https://covid19.cv/campanhas/ (WayBack Machine says 'this URL cannot be archived)

"According to the Prime Minister, rapid tests will be extended, with about 50,000 tests being acquired" https://covid19.cv/primeiro-ministro-avanca-com-medidas-que-irao-permanecer-ate-situacao-epidemiologica-do-pais-recomendar/

"These actions included carrying out PCR-RT tests on close contacts" (contacts are being traced, but only close contacts) https://covid19.cv/correcao-dos-dados-covid19-sao-vicente/

"All public services and public companies, except for essential services such as airports, ports, and hospitals, will remain closed for this period" https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-cape-verde-extends-state-emergency-through-april-26-may-2-other-areas

"ban on public gatherings" https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-cape-verde-extends-state-emergency-through-april-26-may-2-other-areas

"there have also been reductions to local transportation services" https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-cape-verde-extends-state-emergency-through-april-26-may-2-other-areas

All citizens have been instructed to remain at home unless they need to carry out the following activities: to buy food or other essential items, to go to work if unable to work from home to go to hospital or health centres, to carry out caring or similar duties or in case of real need, to walk pets" https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cape-verde/coronavirus "Authorities are allowing people to leave their homes only for essential reasons, such as buying food and medicine and working in essential industries" https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-cape-verde-extends-state-emergency-through-april-26-may-2-other-areas

"The Cape Verdean authorities have (...) stopped all flights between the islands." https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cape-verde/coronavirus

"The Cape Verdean authorities have closed all sea borders and stopped all flights between the islands." https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cape-verde/coronavirus

Social distancing measures still in place. "For the islands that have already left the state of emergency and for S. Vicente that leaves on Monday, I would like to say that leaving the state of emergency does not mean that the fight is over. The virus is not eliminated by law, but by the behaviour of each citizen and by compliance with rules." Source: https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-avanca-com-medidas-que-irao-permanecer-ate-situacao-epidemiologica-do-pais-recomendar/

Presidential Decree No. 08/20 (May 2, 2020) prohibits religious celebrations and other worship events involving people gatherings. Holding funerals conditioned to the adoption of organizational measures to ensure that there are no people gatherings (a maximum of 20), and the control of safety distances. Source: https://iclg.com/briefing/12088-coronavirus-cabo-verde-state-of-emergency *** https://iclg.com/briefing/12092-coronavirus-cabo-verde-miscellaneous

Decree-Law 49/20 (May 2, 2020) specifically provides for the survival of certain movement restriction and social distancing measures after the expiry of this new extension of the State of Emergency, namely: * Compulsory quarantine, either in an institution or at home, is imposed on patients with COVID-19 as well as on any citizens ordered to remain under active surveillance by the proper health authorities; * Special duty of protection and restrictions of circulation in public spaces and streets for those over 65 years of age and for immunosuppressed and chronically ill persons who should be considered risk groups according to the guidelines of the health authority; * Restrictions to the freedom of movement and loitering of persons on public roads, with citizens being subject to home pick-up, without prejudice to the urgent and necessary movements identified by law. Source: https://iclg.com/briefing/12088-coronavirus-cabo-verde-state-of-emergency *** https://iclg.com/briefing/12092-coronavirus-cabo-verde-miscellaneous

Decree-Law 49/20 (May 2, 2020) specifically provides for the survival of certain movement restriction and social distancing measures after the expiry of this new extension of the State of Emergency, namely: * Compulsory quarantine, either in an institution or at home, is imposed on patients with COVID-19 as well as on any citizens ordered to remain under active surveillance by the proper health authorities; * Special duty of protection and restrictions of circulation in public spaces and streets for those over 65 years of age and for immunosuppressed and chronically ill persons who should be considered risk groups according to the guidelines of the health authority; * Restrictions to the freedom of movement and loitering of persons on public roads, with citizens being subject to home pick-up, without prejudice to the urgent and necessary movements identified by law. Source: https://iclg.com/briefing/12088-coronavirus-cabo-verde-state-of-emergency *** https://iclg.com/briefing/12092-coronavirus-cabo-verde-miscellaneous

“For all the islands, including Boa Vista and Santiago, the allocation of social income for emergency inclusion will continue until December, special care for the elderly and children for another three months. The credit line for Microfinance Institutions will be substantially increased to finance productive inclusion activities, ”said Ulisses Correia e Silva (Prime Minister). https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-avanca-com-medidas-que-irao-permanecer-ate-situacao-epidemiologica-do-pais-recomendar/

The government is already beginning to relax measures in the islands where the state of emergency continues, and according to statements by the Prime Minister: "in the islands that remain in a state of emergency, the restrictive measures will be relaxed to allow activities related to the preparation of the agricultural campaign and other productive activities ". (Archived link): https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-avanca-com-medidas-que-irao-permanecer-ate-situacao-epidemiologica-do-pais-recomendar/

The measure remains in place, at least in islands under a state of emergency. (Archived link): https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-apelou-os-municipios-a-nao-se-desarmar-mesmo-pos-estado-de-emergencia/ https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-avanca-com-medidas-que-irao-permanecer-ate-situacao-epidemiologica-do-pais-recomendar/

According to Prime Minister's statement: "Some measures remain in force even after a state of emergency, namely the international transport of air and sea passengers, which remain prohibited until the country's health situation and internationally recommend the opposite direction" (Archived link): https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-apelou-os-municipios-a-nao-se-desarmar-mesmo-pos-estado-de-emergencia/

"For the most vulnerable, mitigating measures are estimated at CVE 2.2 billion (1.2% of GDP = USD 19,579,050). They comprise (i) income compensation to provide financial support to individuals operating in the informal sector; (ii) social inclusion emergency measures for vulnerable people without income; (iii) social inclusion income, with support from the World Bank; (iv) support to microfinance institutions to support interest-free loans to vulnerable households and; (v) care for the elderly with food assistance and other financial support." https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

The government has taken measures to support the private sector, including loan guarantees and tax obligations facilities as follows: loan guarantees of up to 50% for large companies in all sectors (CVE 1 billion, about €9 million); up to 80% for companies in the tourism and transport sectors (CVE 1 billion); up to 100% for small-and medium-sized enterprises in all sectors (CVE 300 million, €2.7 million) and for micro-enterprises in all sectors (CVE 700 million CVE, about €6.7 million). Source: https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19#C

A public information campaign exists, and the website is regularly updated: https://covid19.cv/campanhas/ (WayBack Machine says 'this URL cannot be archived)

"According to the Prime Minister, rapid tests will be extended, with about 50,000 tests being acquired" https://covid19.cv/primeiro-ministro-avanca-com-medidas-que-irao-permanecer-ate-situacao-epidemiologica-do-pais-recomendar/

"These actions included carrying out PCR-RT tests on close contacts" (contacts are being traced, but only close contacts) https://covid19.cv/correcao-dos-dados-covid19-sao-vicente/

Restrictive measures will be relaxed to allow activities related to the preparation of the agricultural season and other productive activities. In the islands outside the state of emergency, public works and infrastructures will be restarted, as is the case with urban and environmental rehabilitation, clearing of localities, construction, rehabilitation and maintenance of roads. Source: https://www.governo.cv/primeiro-ministro-avanca-com-medidas-que-irao-permanecer-ate-situacao-epidemiologica-do-pais-recomendar/

Under the ongoing State of Emergency, the following rights are partially suspended: (a) Right of circulation and migration to anywhere in the national territory and abroad (the public authorities having been granted the necessary powers to impose any restrictions required to reduce the risk of contamination and implement measures to prevent and combat the epidemic, including compulsory confinement and a ban on travel and on loitering); (b) International circulation (public authorities can, with respect for regional and international agreements, establish border checks on persons and goods, including health checks at ports and airports). NOTE: On May 13, the government extended the State of Emergency for the island of Santiago and removed the state of emergency for Boa Vista . The state of emergency was removed for all other islands on April 26 and São Vicente on May 2. However, inter-island air and maritime passenger travel remain prohibited. Source: https://iclg.com/briefing/12088-coronavirus-cabo-verde-state-of-emergency https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

Official website regularly updated. Source: https://covid19.cv/campanhas/

Rapid tests will be acquired to test massively, but that's not the policy ongoing right now. https://covid19.cv/primeiro-ministro-avanca-com-medidas-que-irao-permanecer-ate-situacao-epidemiologica-do-pais-recomendar

Since May 12th mass actions of rapid tests in the population have been carried out: the National Director of Health, Artur Correia, "stressed that within the scope of the rapid testing massification activities that the health authorities have been carrying out - for two weeks - around 3500 rapid tests have already been carried out, covering some neighborhoods of the capital, which allowed some positive cases to be detected early through the PCR laboratory test. According to the National Director of Health, the fact of obtaining early diagnoses will allow to act proactively and faster, preventing the spread of the epidemic". https://www.governo.cv/garantia-seguros-disponibiliza-4000-testes-rapidos-para-ajudar-no-diagnostico-da-covid-19/ https://www.governo.cv/ministro-da-saude-faz-balanco-positivo-da-visita-que-fez-hoje-ao-terreno-e-deixa-alerta-o-teste-nao-e-vacina-contra-covid-19/

With the exception of the island of Santiago, all other municipalities started classes for students in the 12th year on May 18th . Classes are not mandatory. https://expressodasilhas.cv/pais/2020/05/18/alunos-do-12o-iniciam-aulas-presenciais-hoje-mas-de-forma-facultativa-responsavel/69510

Access to beaches is allowed but limited to groups of 8 people (families). No parties, picnics, music, collective games, etc. are allowed. Beaches in certain regions remain closed (see annex) Link: https://covid19.cv/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Regulamento_Praias_web.pdf

There is a good public information campaign. http://www.capeverdetips.co.uk/news-cape-verde/cape-verde-flight-ban-and-news-links-17th-march-2020

Contacts traced for all positive cases. http://www.capeverdetips.co.uk/news-cape-verde/cape-verde-flight-ban-and-news-links-17th-march-2020

From June 6, markets will be allowed to re-open. Source: https://www.macaubusiness.com/cape-verde-markets-reopen-beaches-to-remain-closed/

Tests are available and required for anyone travelling between islands. https://www.macaubusiness.com/cabo-verde-covid-19-tests-required-before-inter-island-travel-official/

"The Government of Cabo Verde announced on June 29 that inter-island flights will not resume until July 15. Maritime transportation to and from Sal and Santiago will also not resume until July 15. The government cited an increase in new cases when announcing the delay." https://cv.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-praia-cabo-verde-june-29-2020/

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The Cape Verdean government has introduced a de-confinement plan for the whole country which includes: The ongoing civic duty to stay at home, except: - to buy food or other essential times; - to go to work if unable to work from home; - to go to hospital or health centres; - to carry out caring or similar duties or in case of real need; - to exercise outdoors and at some facilities and to walk pets. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cape-verde/coronavirus

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No additional debt and contract relief for households measures found.

The country keeps doing information campaigns https://covid19.cv/

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The country keeps doing comprehensive contact tracing. https://covid19.cv/conferencia-de-imprensa-diaria-sobre-covid19-02-de-julho-de-2020/

Uncertain about correct coding - Since March, in the capital in addition to the drastic decrease of passengers, the capacity of public transport has been reduced. However, domestic sea travel is ongoing. Link: https://expressodasilhas.cv/pais/2020/07/13/cidade-velha-esta-meio-morta-e-operadores-cabo-verdianos-na-incerteza/70421 https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-african-countries-maintain-various-travel-restrictions-and-other-preventative

The governmnet, on his website, invites citizens to stay at home and go out only for essential needs. Link: https://covid19.cv/

While domestic transport resumed, the PM declared that the proper moment, the date and conditions for the resumption of international passenger flights will be defined. Link: https://covid19.cv/discurso-pm-retoma-dos-voos-domesticos-em-cabo-verde/

Communication campaign ongoing. Official website is regularly updated. Link: https://covid19.cv/category/comunicacao/

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Resumption of domestic air and maritime travel from July 15. To travel people must fill in a self-declaration, and for flights to Sal and Santiago Island, they must take a test within 72h from traveling. Link: https://covid19.cv/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Diretiva-MSSS-retoma-de-voos.pdf https://covid19.cv/discurso-pm-retoma-dos-voos-domesticos-em-cabo-verde/

I think the correct code would be 2 rather than three given that tests are available under specific conditions (travel) but for coherence, I kept as is. Same policy continues - tests available for those who travel across the islands. "Cape Verde expects to conduct about 22,000 rapid tests on covid-19 every month to respond to the requirement that passengers who want to leave the islands of Santiago and Sal present a negative test for the disease." http://portocanal.sapo.pt/noticia/228883

No change. Did not find specific new on targeted policy but maintained coding as is. In a recent article, it is stated the following: "Due to the covid-19 pandemic, the Easter school holiday period was brought forward by one week, to March 20, but since then the classroom classes have not resumed and the assessment of the third school period will be “administrative”, the Government previously announced." Link: https://visao.sapo.pt/atualidade/economia/2020-07-16-covid-19-cabo-verde-isenta-de-impostos-importacao-de-computadores-para-escolas-e-alunos/

No change. UK government’s advice states that public gatherings are still banned. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cape-verde/coronavirus

No change. See UK government’s advice page. https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/cape-verde/coronavirus

Cabo Verde remains under a “State of Calamity” and social distancing measures remain in place for all of Cabo Verde. Commercial flights are banned until 1 August, and non-citizens are prohibited from entering the country until then. https://www.worldnomads.com/travel-safety/worldwide/worldwide-travel-alerts

Schools at all levels remain closed in Cape Verde https://reports.unocha.org/en/country/west-central-africa/card/34BBW7FhMK/

As the state of emergency was lifted people are beginning to go back to work. Markets and supermarkets have reopened. https://reports.unocha.org/en/country/west-central-africa/card/34BBW7FhMK/

Public events remain cancelled as bans on bars and beaches remain in place. Social distancing measures are in force in Cape Verde, and the wearing of non-surgical masks is mandatory in enclosed public spaces, such as supermarkets, schools, restaurants, and public transport. Over-65s and those with chronic medical conditions are required to wear surgical masks at all times when outside their homes. Public gatherings are banned except for religious ceremonies such as funerals, with the latter being restricted to 20 people in attendance. Restaurants, cafes, and bars have been limited to 50 percent capacity. The government has declared that it is a civic duty to remain at home and only go outside for essential purposes, such as shopping for essential items, to seek medical care, exercise, and to work if unable to do so from home. https://www.worldaware.com/covid-19-alert-cape-verde-announces-flights-resuming-june-30-further-easing-restrictions-through

Social distancing measures are in force in Cape Verde, and the wearing of non-surgical masks is mandatory in enclosed public spaces, such as supermarkets, schools, restaurants, and public transport. Over-65s and those with chronic medical conditions are required to wear surgical masks at all times when outside their homes. Public gatherings are banned except for religious ceremonies such as funerals, with the latter being restricted to 20 people in attendance. Restaurants, cafes, and bars have been limited to 50 percent capacity. The government has declared that it is a civic duty to remain at home and only go outside for essential purposes, such as shopping for essential items, to seek medical care, exercise, and to work if unable to do so from home.

As the economy is re-opening, it is expected that public transport has re-opened. From June 3, inter-island travel by sea has been permitted between all islands, except Santiago, provided those wishing to travel have been granted a permit from the National Civil Protection Service. The permit will be granted following a negative COVID-19 test. Travel to and from Santiago island is expected to resume from June 30, as are domestic inter-island flights. Cape Verde's borders remain closed, and international flights are suspended indefinitely. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/348566/cape-verde-authorities-announce-easing-of-travel-restrictions-june-3-update-5

Social distancing measures are in force in Cape Verde, and the wearing of non-surgical masks is mandatory in enclosed public spaces, such as supermarkets, schools, restaurants, and public transport. Over-65s and those with chronic medical conditions are required to wear surgical masks at all times when outside their homes. Public gatherings are banned except for religious ceremonies such as funerals, with the latter being restricted to 20 people in attendance. Restaurants, cafes, and bars have been limited to 50 percent capacity. The government has declared that it is a civic duty to remain at home and only go outside for essential purposes, such as shopping for essential items, to seek medical care, exercise, and to work if unable to do so from home.

rom June 3, inter-island travel by sea has been permitted between all islands, except Santiago, provided those wishing to travel have been granted a permit from the National Civil Protection Service. The permit will be granted following a negative COVID-19 test. Travel to and from Santiago island is expected to resume from June 30, as are domestic inter-island flights. https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/348566/cape-verde-authorities-announce-easing-of-travel-restrictions-june-3-update-5

Cape Verde is beginning international flights for essential travel only on the 1st of August. however, at it does not have a policy for international travellers, This could still be regarded as border closure. Flights remain heavily restricted and travel for leisure is not an acceptable reason for air travel https://cv.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-praia-cabo-verde-july-30-2020/

For the most vulnerable, mitigating measures are estimated at CVE 2.2 billion (1.2 percent of GDP). They comprise: (i) income compensation to provide financial support to individuals operating in the informal sector; (ii) social inclusion emergency measures for vulnerable people without income; (iii) social inclusion income, with support from the World Bank ; (iv) support to microfinance institutions to support interest-free loans to vulnerable households and; (v) care for the elderly with food assistance and other financial support. https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

Measures include loan guarantees of up to 50 percent for large companies in all sectors (CVE 1 billion, about €9 million); up to 80 percent for companies in the tourism and transport sectors (CVE 1 billion); up to 100 percent for small-and medium-sized enterprises in all sectors (CVE 300 million, €2.7 million) and for micro-enterprises in all sectors (CVE 700 million CVE, about €6.7 million). https://www.imf.org/en/Topics/imf-and-covid19/Policy-Responses-to-COVID-19

There is a good public information campaign https://www.garda.com/crisis24/news-alerts/348566/cape-verde-authorities-announce-easing-of-travel-restrictions-june-3-update-5

There is testing available for all domestic travelers. https://cv.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-praia-cabo-verde-july-30-2020/

There is comprehensive COVID-19 contact tracing https://cv.usembassy.gov/health-alert-u-s-embassy-praia-cabo-verde-july-30-2020/