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Update on Curriculum Reform

Minister of State in the Ministry of Education Dr Louis Zabaneh led a delegation of
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Belize City Woman Claims that her Neighbours Are Abusing Her

Belize City resident, Tanya Lopez, is at wit’s end with her neighbours whom she claims
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Premier Price honored by Lord Rhaburn in new song “Tribute

Calypso King, Gerald “Lord” Rhaburn, released a new song titled “Tribute to George Price” where
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EJN Reps in Belize to Speak with Journalists

Representatives of the Earth Journalism Network returned to Belize this month to conduct a journalism
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Software Testing Company Introduces Employment Opportunities for Belizeans

Belizeans now have a new employment opportunity. U.S.-based Tech Company, Testlio, is launching its program
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The Belisle/Ramnarace family breaks their silence

A spokesperson for the Ramnarace family spoke to the media today and says that the
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Is their outside interference in the Ramnarace triple murder?

During today’s police briefing, reporters asked ASP Fitzroy Yearwood about reports that suggest outside interference
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Vivian Belisle-Ramnarace remembered a champion in conservation and a loyal

As we told you, hope faded over the weekend when Vivian Belisle-Ramnarace died after she,
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Toledo man shot by police after brandishing firearm

The Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams, has ordered an internal and criminal investigation into an
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Elderly men being investigated for making false police report

The police may soon be levying criminal charges against two elderly men from Belmopan City
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Burglars target the Belize City Council’s cemetery office

Police are investigating an armed burglary at the Belize City Council office on the corner
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Burglars target Kuxlin Ha Government in Cayo District

Police are expected to probe at least two break-ins reported at Kuxlin Ha Government School
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Toledo man burns down his brother’s house

A man from the Toledo District has been charged by police for intentionally setting his
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The police are confident they have the right man in

 Police Press Officer, ASP Fitzroy Yearwood, says the police department is confident that they have
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New Legal Year Commences For Belize Senior Courts

The Senior Court of Belize began its new legal year with the traditional ceremony. This
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Belize at Fitur: International Tourism Trade Fair in Spain

Representatives of the Ministry of Tourism and the Belize Tourism Board are in Spain participating
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Remembering Rt. Hon. George Price

Belizean National Hero George Price was remembered on Sunday as Belize marked his birthday for
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Belize City Woman Claims that her Neighbours Are Abusing Her

Belize City resident, Tanya Lopez, is at wit’s end with her neighbours whom she claims
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LOO Says High Cost of Living is Burdening Belizeans

Leader of the Opposition, Moses “Shyne” Barrow, says skyrocketing inflation on basic necessities is weighing
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Four of One Organisation honours individuals for community spirit

On Saturday night, Four Of One Productions recognised local residents for their community spirit and
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Team PACT snags top honours during Boom-Manatee boat race

 The Belize Canoe Association hosted the Boom-to-Manatee Canoe Race over the weekend. After an hour,
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Wesley Upper School Opens Newly Renovated Reading Room

Wesley Upper School in Belize City officially opened its newly renovated reading room. The room
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Miss Universe 2022 is history! USA wins…again.

The finals for the 71st annual Miss Universe Pageant was held in New Orleans, Louisiana,
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Young people in Cayo District participate in football training

A verified FIFA coach, Dale Pelayo, from Roaring Creek Village, Cayo District is launching a
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PG community celebrates Nuestro Señor de Esquipulas

Residents in Toledo participated in an important annual religious event over the extended weekend. Senior
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Elmer Nah to face additional murder charges after Vivian Ramnarace

Accused killer cop, Elmer Nah, will be slapped with an additional murder charge after shooting
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Inventing Andre Gray…?

He received the keys to Belize City earlier this week and a few online publications
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Belizean Computer Science Expert Speaks on Andre Gray

Belizean-American inventor, Andre Gray, claims to have set the foundation for many of the internet’s
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PUP Chairman says the decrease in unemployment is the result

The Chairman of the People’s United Party, Minister Henry Charles Usher, says that last year’s
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Minister Usher says Belizeans need to be educated on their

The People’s Constitution Commission’s (PCC) greatest hurdle will be to educate the Belizean people on
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Minister Fonseca weighs in on GOB’s redistricting exercise

Over the next few months, the Elections and Boundaries Commission will be gathering data that
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MIDH Repairs Road Leading to Trio Village in Toledo

At the beginning of this week, teachers and hundreds of students of Trio Village, Toledo
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Road at Corozal Free Zone to get major upgrade

The Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI) has approved a non-reimbursable grant of close
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Corozal Free Zone to get stable water supply from BWS…finally

The Corozal Free Zone will be getting connected to Belize Water Service’s water supply. It’s
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Free Zone continues to move from strength to strength, despite

The COVID-19 pandemic caused national lockdowns, which in turn, affected productivity and business. The Corozal
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Free Zone CEO speaks on efforts to stop contraband

Ending the movement of contraband items remains a significant challenge, especially in those communities that
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Newly found speeches of Belize’s first Premier displayed in a

On Monday, January 16, for the second time in Belize’s history, the nation will be
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BTB discusses impact of and response to 2022 shooting in

The Belize Tourism Board has said that it is hoping there is no major blowback
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Tourism industry optimistic about rebound to 2019 levels

The UN’s World Tourism Organisation says that an estimated 700 million tourists travelled internationally between January
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IDB President outlines goals for the region

The new IDB President, Ilan Goldfajn has delivered his first address since taking office. Government
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Belize Holds Fifth Annual Global Leadership Summit

Hundreds of students and professionals from different sectors converged today for the Global Leadership Summit
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Retired US Citizen Victim of Home Invasion

A seventy-year-old retired American from Santa Elena Town was a victim of an armed home
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ITVET Gets Donation from Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change

Earlier this week, Minister of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management, Orlando Habet,
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BTB thrilled that Belize is among top destinations to visit

Last week, we reported that CNN Travel listed Belize as one of the top 23
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Southern Baptist University donates thousands of books to schools in

Southern Baptist University has handed over about 25,000 books to the schools in the Toledo
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Minister of Sustainable Development responds to queries regarding Waterloo’s appeal

Waterloo Investment Holdings has announced that it will appeal the Department of Environment’s denial of
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Should the business community reconsider its rep for the three-person

Now, who comprises the tribunal is something that could pose an issue. That’s because it
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Minister Habet welcomes “Monchi” Cervantes to the Ministry of Sustainable

Prime Minister John Briceno on Friday announced the reassignment of Minister of State Ramon Cervantes,
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Sustainable Development Minister says NEMO needs additional strengthening

Minister Cervantes will focus on the National Fire Service, the Solid Waste Management Authority, and
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What is Happening to the Water in Alta Vista Village?

The villagers of Alta Vista Village, Stann Creek are expressing great concerns about the current
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Fire in Alta Vista is a critical safety reminder, says

Earlier in the week we told you about nineteen-year-old Valeriano Pop. He is the Bella
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Teen charged for the murder of Emert Flowers; His mother

 The mother of a minor charged with murder says he is innocent; and claims she
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Cabinet approves Belize’s ratification of the ESCAZU agreement

Cabinet gave its approval for Belize to ratify the Regional Agreement on Access to Information,
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Ministry of Health and Wellness to upgrade fleet of ambulances

Cabinet also gave its approval for the Ministry of Health and Wellness to upgrade its
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Forensic Specialists from New Jersey Assist the NFSS With Cold

A team of forensic science specialists is in Belize assisting the Crimes Investigation Branch of
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Belize is doing its part to respond to global challenges

Belize’s Government is in the process of reviewing policies related to money laundering, the financing
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Belize assumes the Pro Tempore Presidency of CCAD

Belize has assumed the Pro Tempore Presidency of the Central American Commission on Environment and
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The cost of condensed milk may be going up

Yesterday, the government announced that the import duty on condensed milk imported into the CARICOM
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The Belize City Berger Field in nearing completion

The Minister of Youth and Sports Rodwell Ferguson says he is extremely pleased with the
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City Hall owed over thirty million in back taxes

Thirty million dollars- that’s how much is owed to the Belize City Council in property
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CITCO wants to improve the city’s traffic with the use

The Belize City Council is hoping to improve the city’s flow of traffic through the
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Onion farmers with the Minister of Agriculture and the BMDC

 Onion farmers from the north have met with the Minister of Agriculture, and the Marketing
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Medical Electives Belize gives back to the San Ignacio Poly

The staff at the San Ignacio Poly-Clinic is now better able to treat patients thanks
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Ashley Lightburn makes final dash to the Miss Universe crown

Who is going to be the next Miss Universe? Belize’s Ashley Lightburn is hoping to
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Lotteries Committee Awaits Response from Brads

The clock is ticking for the Brads Gaming Group Limited (BGGL) as they are expected
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PM Briceño Explains the Portfolio Adjustment of Minister Cervantes

We also asked Prime Minister John Briceno about his decision to reassign Ramon “Monchi” Cervantes.
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Why Hasn’t The Ombudsman Taken His Seat Yet?

And while Minister Cervantes has begun to settle in his new office, Ombudsman Retired Major
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PM Briceño Weighs in Two Weeks after the Implementation of

For some employees this week will be their first pay cheque after the implementation of
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Police Minister Weeds Out the Crooked Cops

Prime Minister, John Briceño, says Police Minister, Kareem Musa is weeding out crooked crops from
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The search for Christopher Sosa continues

Tonight, the family of Christopher Sosa wants closure after the 29-year-old was last seen six
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New Medical Facility to be Constructed in San Pedro Town

A Memorandum of Understanding was signed this morning between the Government of Belize and the
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Inflation Rate is 6.2% compared to 2021; SIB says food,

The Statistical Institute of Belize says that the inflation rate is 6.2 percent. That means
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Unemployment down to 5 percent, says Statistical Institute

Unemployment is at 5 percent. That’s according to the Statistical Institute of Belize following its
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The Census is almost done; SIB is working to meet

Belize’s population is estimated at some 444,802 people but a more definitive figure is where
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CFZ is upbeat about growth and development in 2023

The Corozal Free Zone is optimistic about what the New Year is going to bring.
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Hurricane Lisa caused over thirty million dollars in damage

Thirty million dollars: that’s how much the Belize City Council says it will need to
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Mayor Wagner says MIDH’s CVRP Project had to be scaled

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing’s Climate Vulnerability Reduction Program (CVRP) is coming to
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Minister of Transport says major changes are coming

Minister of Transport, Rodwell Ferguson, says that major changes are coming to Belize’s transport sector.
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Update on CITCO’s Plan for Electric Bus

In June of this year, the Government of Belize will receive the first fleet of
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Belizean-born inventor Andre Gray receives the Key to Belize City

Belizean-born inventor Andre Gray has received the Key to Belize City for the contributions he
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Cabinet Hopes that Listening to the Famers and Miller Paves

 Prime Minister John Briceno says that Cabinet is prepared to listen to both the cane
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GOB and RET International Belize are working to stomp out

The Government of Belize through a partnership with RET International Belize is hoping to crack
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Fighting Gender Based Violence with Art

Today the women’s empowerment mural unveiling was held at the FFB Stadium in Belmopan. Love
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Principals in Toledo Received Training

Principals in the Toledo District participated in a training session in line with Literacy Reading
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Police Investigating Validity of Home Invasion Report

Police in Belmopan are investigating a report filed by eighty-year-old Candido Martinez and his brother,
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Heritage Bank responds to phishing challenges

The phishing scam, which has been made public in recent days, has led one commercial
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Cyber criminals are targeting unsuspecting Belizeans

The Police Department and the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) are investigating the phishing scam which
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The fate of PBL’s Port Expansion Project remains in limbo

Late last year, our newsroom reported on Waterloo Investment Holdings’ decision to appeal the Department
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Attorney Arthur Saldivar says a Hattieville man placed Nah at

While there are no witness statements in the Fareed Ahmad case file that places the
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LOO Says BPD Needs More Accountability

One person who has been very vocal about his discontentment with the way the crime
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ComPol Williams says the threats to Ahmad’s family did not

Yesterday, the Commissioner of Police Chester Williams and Senior Counsel Richard “Dickie” Bradley revisited the
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LOO Supports George Lovell as Standard Bearer for Belmopan

Leader of the Opposition, Moses “Shyne” Barrow, is expressing support for one candidate vying for
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Hundreds of Toledo Students Unable to Get to School Due

The residents of Trio Village, Toledo are raising concerns about the worsening condition of the
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Valley of Peace Farmer’s Association Plea to GOB for a

The land dispute between the Valley of Peace Farmers Association and the Valley of Peace
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Belize’s murder rate falls from the third to the sixth

In 2022, Belize went from being the country with the third-highest murder rate in the
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PM tours infrastructure projects Belize District

Prime Minister John Briceño spent part of last week in the Belize District, conducting site
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Belize receives assistance from the Republic of Korea

Belize has received humanitarian assistance from the people and the Government of the Republic of
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American National Discontent with Poor Service at Vital Stats Unit

The Vital Statistics Unit is often a place where Belizeans go with a sense of
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Belize Coders Academy Launch App Development Course

Belize Coders Academy is now accepting enrollment for The Complete Android App Development Course. The
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