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BPF Breaks Through—Third Party Members Elected in Georgeville
The words "third party" and "elected" rarely appear together in Belize’s political history; however, that changed on June 29, 2025, when...
Jul 5


Panton: June 14 NPC Meeting “Flawed” and Unconstitutional
Albert Area Representative and Leader of the Opposition, Hon. Tracy Panton, has declared the scheduled June 14 National Party Council...
Jun 13


Amidst 100% Payroll Vote, Espat Offers Rare Own-Government Critique
In a Parliament that has no political backbenchers on the government side, Cayo South Area Representative Hon. Julius Espat picked up—at least in part—the “backbench” mantle while critiquing an aspect of his own Party’s social policy.
Jun 1


What Matters in the South?
By Dr Philip Castillo Taking all things into consideration, do you approve of the job that Dangriga Area Representative Dr Louis Zabaneh...
Jan 11


Redistricting Decision Pushed to 2025
The High Court has postponed a decision on the Belize Peace Movement’s (BPM) legal redistricting challenge, which seeks to ensure...
Dec 22, 2024


Faith, Power, and Hypocrisy: A Global and Local Lens"
By Dr. Philip Castillo I will not bother to define a church, because a church could be a gathering of believers or a family home such as...
Dec 22, 2024


Keep PCC Referendum Separate from General Elections, Vernon Warns
The government should avoid holding a constitutional reform referendum on the same day as general elections, as this risks reducing...
Nov 23, 2024


Shyne Bright on Hulu: Rapper's Remarkable Redemption Story Hits Top Spot
The Honorable Shyne documentary has soared to the top spot on Disney's Hulu, telling the compelling story of Jamal “Shyne” Barrow’s...
Nov 23, 2024


Trump’s Victory: Implications for Belize
By Dr. Philip Castillo To secure his electoral victory, Donald Trump made several promises but gave little indication how those will be...
Nov 16, 2024


UDP’s Internal Conflicts Emphasize Need for Registration of Political Parties Political Scientist Dr. Vernon Says
Dr. Dylan Vernon, a political scientist and former chair of Belize’s 2000 Political Reform Commission, suggests that an official...
Nov 16, 2024


Rain or 'Shyne!' AfD’s Legal Opinion Says Unity Convention Good to Go
A legal opinion shared by Hon. Tracy Panton argues that the October 20th Unity Convention is constitutionally valid, despite objections...
Oct 19, 2024


Panton and Faber Unlikely to Lose Seats, Says Vernon
Political Scientist Dr. Dylan Vernon argues that despite the UDP leadership's claim of “constructive resignation,” Hon. Tracy Panton and...
Sep 9, 2024


UDP Leader Moses "Shyne" Barrow Outlines Party Platform Amidst Internal Divisions
Amidst ongoing internal party conflict and belief that there will be early General Elections, United Democratic Party (UDP) Leader Moses...
Aug 9, 2024


‘Totalitarianism!’: Williams Condemns Peyrefitte’sDenial of National Convention Request
Accusing UDP Chairman Michael Peyrefitte of hijacking the party, 2nd Deputy Leader Beverley Williams denounced his decision to reject a...
Aug 9, 2024


Mayor Trapp's Retraction highlights deep UDP divisions, while leadership anticipates snap Gen. Elections
The recent retraction of San Ignacio/Santa Elena Mayor Earl Trapp's call for Collet Area Representative Hon. Patrick Faber to be expelled...
Aug 3, 2024


Mayor calls for Faber’s Expulsion After Exclusive with The Reporter
Countering claims made by Hon. Patrick Faber and other ranking UDP members regarding poor leadership within the United Democratic Party...
Jul 30, 2024


UDP 'I'm with Her' campaigners risk Party sanctions: Faber warns
Sanctions are a possibility for key UDP members who posted "I'm with Her" photos on social media in support of Tracy Panton, says Collet...
Jul 26, 2024


Economist Wins Toledo East By-Election, Emphasizes Job Creation
Dr. Osmond Martinez won the Toledo East by-election with a significant majority, a win that political observers say reflect strong...
Jul 18, 2024


Tracy Panton Refutes Allegations in Gegg’s Senate Testimony
Belize, May 31, 2024 — Albert Area Representative Hon. Tracy Panton has raised concerns about the practice of witnesses being able to...
Jun 7, 2024


Can Senate Cmte. compel attendance? Former PM says in Contreras' case it's complicated
Barrow also referenced the Legislative Privileges and Immunities Ordinance, which provides the Senate with the power to summon witnesses
Jun 1, 2024
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