As the Garifuna Collective prepares for their trip to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, for the World Music Expo (WOMEX), several organizations have stepped out in garnering support for the group. Today Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), Belize Tourism Board (BTB) and the Office of the Music Ambassador announced that they have donated a sum of thirty thousand dollars to …

The National Garifuna Council (NGC) was formed to help keep the culture alive and improve the livelihood of Garinagu. Sandra Miranda, President of the NGC spoke with Love News about some of the accomplishments of the NGC over the years. Sandra Miranda – President of NGC: “We’ve done a lot of promoting the culture at home and abroad because we …

In commemoration of Women’s Month, the National Garifuna Council launched its women’s arm, which will address issues directly relating to women. The launch was held at the Sandy Beach Cynthia Topsey, Co Convener: “We had the opportunity to declare the launch of the women’s arm of the National Garifuna Council as an intent of a process of conversation and consultation …

Representatives of the National Garifuna Council Youth Arm participated in a concept note writing workshop held at the weekend in Punta Gorda. Correspondent Paul Mahung reports on the two-day event. The event was organized by the National Garifuna Council of Belize with President Sandra Miranda. Sandra Miranda, National Garifuna Council “We had participants from each branch where we have the …

There are plans to construct the Seine Bight Garifuna Museum. The villagers are in the process of the construction of a cultural museum in an effort to capture and preserve their way of life. Hermia Arzu is a member of the Foundation that has taken the lead in the initiative. Hermia Arzu “The Seine Bight Thomas Young Foundation was established …

The National Garifuna Council had its conference over the weekend in Hopkins Village, Stann Creek District where they took care of basic council business and reports.  In addition to this, the Council also allotted a portion of their time to discuss several land issues that the Garinagu are experiencing particularly in the south.  President of the National Garifuna Council, Sandra …

The Father Ring Parish Hall in Punta Gorda will be the venue for a lecture on the CCJ’s judgement in the Maya Leaders Alliance case that was brought against the Attorney General of Belize. The initiative is a collaboration between the National Garifuna Council and the Impact Justice Project. Sandra Miranda is the President of the National Garifuna Council. SANDRA …

Tomorrow, Friday, a memorial mass will be held in several communities to celebrate the 56th birthday of musical icon and Cultural Ambassador Andy Palacio.  Leading the charge is the Andy Palacio Tribute Committee. Love News spoke with member of the Committee, Cynthia Cayetano. CYNTHIA CAYETANO “We know that it’s very important to honor the memory and kept the work that …

The culture capital, Dangriga Town saw hundreds of Belizeans and visitors converge in its municipality over the weekend to celebrate the one hundred and eighty fourth year since the Garinagu arrived in Belize.  Representatives of both main political parties were present for the celebration and for the official ceremony Prime Minister Dean Barrow spoke of the dynamic and vibrant Garifuna …

Easter 2016 was one of the final performances carried out by 57-year-old, Renigius Flores who went by the stage name, Jess Flores.  Flores passed away on June 21 after falling ill in May.  His contribution to Belize’s industry was significant with many who can recall him for his lead singer position with the Babylon Warriors.  Love News had the privilege …