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Minister explains need for measured sugar price increase
Minister of Agriculture Hon. Jose Mai, during a Special Sitting of the House of Representatives on May 30th, 2024, called for a measured,...
Jun 1, 2024


More Energy from BELCOGEN Could Offset Energy Crisis
Belize Sugar Industries (BSI) says that increased energy production at its BELCOGEN power plant can help offset Belize’s current energy...
Jun 1, 2024


Belize Participates in Lima Meeting to Improve Ammo Safety
Ms. Sharole Carr, the Chief Executive Officer of Belize’s Ministry of Home Affairs and New Growth Industries, represented Belize at the...
May 29, 2024


New Italian Ambassador Presents Credentials to Governor General
Governor General Dame Froyla Tzalam welcomed Alessandro Modiano, the new Italian Ambassador to Belize, as he delivered his letters of...
May 29, 2024


IFAD Mission in Belize Promotes Agricultural Resilience
The Government of Belize, in collaboration with the International Fund for Agriculture and Development (IFAD), celebrated the successful...
May 29, 2024


Chief Justice Blenman Swears in New Mediators to Boost Belize’s Legal System
In a bid to streamline legal proceedings and offer more accessible justice, Honourable Chief Justice Louise Esther Blenman has...
May 29, 2024


Belize Makes Big Splash with Blue Bonds at Island Conference
The Belizean government and The Nature Conservancy made waves at the 4th International Conference on Small Island Developing States...
May 29, 2024


Wildfires Prompt Health Advisories in Belize
The Ministry of Health & Wellness (MoHW) and the Department of the Environment (DoE) have issued urgent health advisories to the public...
May 27, 2024


BPM Appeals to Governor General for Redistricting
The Belize PEACE Movement (BPM) has urged Governor General Dame Froyla Tzalam to refuse elections without redistricting. BPM contends the...
May 24, 2024


Former Security Guard Faces 10-Year Sentence for Child Abuse
Devain Flores, 33, a former security guard, pleaded guilty to updated charges of child cruelty after a viral video showed him assaulting...
May 24, 2024


Changing Weather Patterns Cause Carrot Surplus, Impacts Local Farmers
Changing weather patterns have disrupted the planting and harvesting cycles for local carrots, resulting in a market oversupply. This...
May 24, 2024


Belize Zoo Launches New Interactive Map for World Wildlife Day
In an effort to enhance visitor experience and wildlife conservation efforts, the Belize Zoo rolled out an awesome interactive map! And...
May 22, 2024


University of the West Indies Wins Gold Prize for 75th Anniversary Digital Campaign
The University of the West Indies (The UWI) is celebrating a big win in the world of educational advertising! UWI snagged the gold prize...
May 22, 2024


Ministry Refutes Claims on Carrot Imports and Prices
The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security, and Enterprise has denied allegations made by the United Democratic Party (UDP) regarding the...
May 22, 2024


Governor General Declares State of Emergency in Toledo District Due to Wildfires
Governor General Froyla Tzalam has declared a state of emergency for the entire Toledo District due to wildfires that have been raging...
May 22, 2024


Belize Fisheries Department Announces Closure of Queen Conch Season
In accordance with Statutory Instrument No. 54 of 2012, the Belize Fisheries Department has issued a public notice regarding the closure...
May 20, 2024


Fish deaths in New River Prompts Warning to Guinea Grass Residents: No Fishing or Bathing
In response to concerning developments along the New River, authorities are urging residents of Guinea Grass to refrain from fishing or...
May 20, 2024


UNICEF Concerned About Spike in Violence Against Children in Belize
UNICEF has expressed grave concern over the recent surge in incidents of violence affecting children in Belize. Over the past few months,...
May 20, 2024


Current Issues: BEL Chairman Sheds Light on Links between Power Cuts and Regulations
BELIZE CITY, May 2024 – In response to ongoing load shedding issues in Belize, E. Andrew Marshalleck, Chairman of Belize Electricity...
May 17, 2024


Alex Ysaguirre Appointed as Belize City's New Chief Internal Auditor
The Belize City Council has announced the appointment of Alex Ysaguirre as the new Chief Internal Auditor, effective May 20, 2024....
May 15, 2024
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