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The Office of the Ombudsman has advised the Attorney General—Belize’s chief legal adviser and custodian of the Rule of Law—to comply with the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) after determining that his refusal to disclose certain government contracts breached the transparency standards established by the Act. The directive stems from a review requested by civic activist Jeremy Enriquez, who challenged the Attorney General’s September denial of his FOIA application seeking de

The Government of Belize has announced plans to acquire Fortis Inc.’s electricity assets in Belize, including its 33.3% shareholding in Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) and the three hydropower plants on the Macal River—Mollejon, Chalillo, and Vaca. The transaction, according to a government release, will be tabled in the House of Representatives for parliamentary approval on Friday. The acquisition, expected to be completed by November 15, 2025, will be financed through a sp

Civic activist Jeremy Enriquez has filed a formal request under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) asking the Ministry of Home Affairs and New Growth Industries to disclose how much public money has been spent on legal fees and damages stemming from the July 2020 State of Emergency (SOE) detentions. In his seven-page letter dated September 25, 2025, Enriquez told Minister Kareem Musa that the disclosure is essential for public accountability. He cited multiple High Court r

Belize Government Lotteries Ltd. has launched its new mobile gaming platform, the “Fi We Boledo” App, making it easier than ever for Belizeans to play their favorite lottery games. Through the app, players can now purchase Boledo, Ordinary Lottery, and Jackpot Lottery tickets directly from their mobile devices. The platform is designed to offer convenience and offer istant payouts, while offering security.  Plays will be allowed to choose their numbers, place wagers, and rece

Belize joined delegates from across the Americas at the 20th American Regional Meeting (AmRM) of the International Labour Organization (ILO), held from October 1 to 3, 2025, under the theme “Advancing Decent Work, Social Justice, and Inclusive Development.” The Belize delegation was led by Hon. Florencio Marin Jr., Minister of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour, and Local Government. He was accompanied by Mr. Valentino Shal, Chief Executive Officer, and Ms. R

Residents of Caye Caulker have firmly voted against establishing a regulated cannabis industry; the result, certified by the Elections...

Nearly a month after public interest litigant Jeremy Enriquez petitioned the Ombudsman to review the Attorney General’s refusal of his...

The Central Bank of Belize has announced the establishment of a national Credit Reporting System (CRS), marking a major advancement in...

The Honourable Chief Justice, Madam Louise Esther Blenman, has announced that the Rules Committee of the Senior Courts of Belize has...

The Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA) is warning the public about the illegal importation and sale of unregistered or expired...

Belize’s tourism industry has earned itself top spots in the Condé Nast Traveler 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards, announced on Tuesday. The...

The National Evangelical Association of Belize (NEAB) has expressed serious concerns over the upcoming Caye Caulker Referendum on...

Saint Catherine Academy (SCA) has made Belize proud by winning the IX Central American Student Games (CODICADER) Volleyball Championship...

A new cannabis revenue model for Caye Caulker suggests that legal production and regulated sales could generate more than $10 million in...

The National Bus Consolidation Pro Tempore Advisory Committee is advancing plans to establish the Consolidated National Bus Company, a...

Church leaders say Caye Caulker’s cannabis referendum does not breach their 2022 pact with Government; they deem it a local poll, adding...

The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise has rejected a social-media post alleging the minister’s involvement in local...

The Opposition United Democratic Party (UDP) has sharply criticized the Government’s handling of the October 1 launch of full Free...

At least 70 drug planes landed in Belize between 2020 and 2021, according to leaked emails from Mexico’s defense ministry. The flights,...

Animal welfare group SPARK is calling for urgent action following another disturbing case of horse abuse reported this week on Marine...