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Extra! Extra? Two Guardians, One Party Rift
The divide within the UDP seems to be deepening, as Belizeans have been treated this week to two versions of the UDP's Guardian...
Nov 8, 2024


Budgetary Practices in Line Ministries Need Overhaul, Study Confirms
A recent report commissioned by the Public Service Union (PSU) and prepared by consultant Malcolm Green calls for Belize’s government...
Nov 8, 2024


Panton-led faction Strengthens with Backing from Cayo North and Orange Walk East Constituencies
The Tracy-Panton-led faction of the United Democratic Party (UDP) announced, via press release, unified support from Cayo North and...
Nov 1, 2024


Record Cane Payment Announced for Belize Farmers
Cane farmers in northern Belize will receive a record final payment of BZ$90.95 per ton for their sugarcane for the 2024 crop, marking...
Oct 30, 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


‘Belize Has Lost!’ Coye to Senate Committee on Cruise Port Delays
“From a development perspective as it relates to this project, Belize has lost,” Minister of State Christopher Coye told the Senate...
Oct 17, 2024


PSU Condemns Government’s Handling of Auditor General's Vacancy
The Public Service Union (PSU) has criticized the Briceño Administration’s recent Auditor General vacancy notice, claiming it undermines...
Oct 17, 2024


Federal Reserve’s Rate Cuts Could Lower Belize’s Borrowing Costs
Belize’s borrowing from institutions like the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) could see a reduction in costs as the Federal Reserve...
Oct 4, 2024


BNTU Criticizes Salary Delays; GOB Commits to Solutions
Over 130 teachers have gone months without receiving salaries, forcing many into financial distress, the Belize National Teachers Union...
Oct 4, 2024


Social Partners Demand Transparency on $6.9 million Land Deal
The Social Partners of Belize have formally requested information regarding the government’s decision to relocate a new tertiary hospital...
Sep 27, 2024


Movable Property Bill to Ease Access to Finance for Businesses
Small businesses in Belize will soon have easier access to finance with the advent of the Movable Property Security Rights Bill 2024,...
Sep 22, 2024


'UDP': Uniting a Divided Party? Alliance for Democracy Sets Date for ‘Unity’ Convention
The Alliance for Democracy (AfD) has set October 6th, 2024, as the date for a special Unity Convention; the group plans to recall the...
Sep 9, 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


Belize Climate Week 2024 Promises to Be A Hub for Innovation, Inclusivity, and Action
The Ministry of Sustainable Development and Climate Change, through the National Climate Change Office, has unveiled the schedule for...
Aug 27, 2024


Belize Launches New 2024 Community Health Workers Manual to Boost Local Health Care
The Ministry of Health & Wellness, with backing from UNICEF Belize, has introduced the updated Community Health Worker’s (CHW) Manual and...
Aug 27, 2024


Lawrence Ellis Announced as PUP Standard Bearer for Mesopotamia
Lawrence Ellis Announced as PUP Standard Bearer for Mesopotamia Lawrence Ellis has been officially endorsed as the People’s United Party...
Aug 23, 2024


Business Senator: High-Priced Land Deal Sidesteps Parliament
Can the Government of Belize change the location of the new teaching hospital without taking an amended motion to Parliament? Business...
Aug 23, 2024


‘Waata’ Relief: Fortis Belize Assures Steady Hydro-Energy Supply
Fortis Belize, led by President and CEO Kay Menzies, has confirmed that its dams have sufficient water levels to meet the energy demands...
Aug 16, 2024


‘Failure in Parenting!’ComPol Urges Broader Perspective on 13-Year-Old's Detention
The Commissioner of Police has, once again, called on society to take a more holistic look at the 13-year-old who has been detained under...
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
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