top of page

News


Senate Inquiry highlights need for corruption reforms
Business community Senator Kevin Herrera said this week that the testimony of Portico developer David Gegg has highlighted the need for...
May 24, 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


Economist: 'Export Tax' could help ease Belize’s Sugar Shortage
Belize City, Belize — To remedy the sugar shortage caused by persons or businesses taking advantage of the price differential between...
May 17, 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


Belize Takes Action on Criminal Justice Reform: A Step Forward
In a recent development, the Chief Justice of Belize, Honourable Mde. Louise Esther Blenman, has announced significant progress in...
May 15, 2024


Belize Government Bolsters Electricity Infrastructure with International Support
In a bid to stabilize Belize's grid and enhance its electricity infrastructure, the government has announced significant developments in...
May 14, 2024


WesternDiaries Partners with Belize Camping Experience to Offer Free Camps for Kids and Youth
In an exciting collaboration, the Belize Camping Experience, led by Alexander Perez, has joined forces with Western Diaries to provide...
May 14, 2024


UB and MJC Collaborate to Expand Student Opportunities
In a significant stride towards offering higher education and fostering community involvement, The University of Belize (UB) proudly...
May 13, 2024


Belize and Taiwan Strengthen Health Services with Generous Donation
Today, Hon. Kevin Bernard, Minister of Health & Wellness of Belize, and H.E. Lily Li-Wen Hsu, Ambassador of the Republic of China...
May 13, 2024


Path to Recognition: The Palestinian Quest at the United Nations
The U.N. General Assembly, with a significant majority, voted to extend new "rights and privileges" to Palestine and urged the Security...
May 13, 2024
bottom of page

