Arts, Culture, History & Hereos

Battle of the Drums Donates $10,000 to Garifuna Language Commission

The Battle of the Drums donates $10, 000 to the Garifuna language commission. The donation
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Government to Pay Homage to Garifuna Legends Paul Nabor and

This weekend, the government is paying homage to Garifuna Legends, Paul Nabor and Andy Palacio.
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Love FM Southern Tour: Visiting Hopkins Village Ahead of Settlement

Love FM’s southern tour continues this week, with the team visiting Hopkins Village today. Love’s
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Garifuna Settlement Day Celebrations Honor TV Ramos, Advocate for Garifuna

As Garifuna Settlement Day draws near, activities to honor and pay tribute to Garifuna legends
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Peni Punta Gorda Hosts 18th Annual Battle of the Drums

Over the weekend, Peni Punta Gorda was ground zero for the 18th annual Battle of
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Japan Day Festival Celebrated in Belize City Over the Weekend

While the month of November is known for activities focused on Garifuna culture, there was
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Belize Observes Remembrance Day, Honoring Military Veterans

Over the weekend, Belize observed Remembrance Day, a day that pays tribute to military veterans
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Garifuna Settlement Day Preparations Continue with Annual Primary Schools Garifuna

As Garifuna Settlement Day draws near, cultural activities to highlight the 19 of November continue
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National Garifuna Council Plans Packed Agenda for 200th Garifuna Settlement

The culture capital has a lot of activities in store for Garifuna Settlement Day. According
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Garifuna Panel Discussion Addresses Social Issues

Today, the Belize City branch of the National Garifuna Council held a panel discussion on
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Theater Workshops Offered by San Ignacio/Santa Elena House of Culture

The San Ignacio/Santa Elena House of Culture is hosting a series of theater workshops this
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Nominations Open for James A. Waight Environmental Conservation Award

The Belize Audubon Society is looking for the 38 James A. Waight winner. Prestigious award
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Garifuna Communities Raise Concerns Over Land Disputes

When villagers of Yemeri Grove in the Toledo district, held a press conference last week
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Garifuna Settlement Day Celebrations Promote Belize’s Orange Economy

It’s November, which means many Belizeans, at home and abroad, are gearing up to celebrate
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Banquitas House of Culture Observes All Souls Day in Orange

The Banquitas House of Culture in Orange Walk hosted an event in observation of All
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Garifuna Heritage Foundation Launches Reparations Working Group

The Garifuna Heritage Foundation has announced the launch of the Garifuna Reparations Working Group. The
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Belizeans Marvel at Annular Solar Eclipse

Over the weekend a rare celestial event had the attention of Belizeans and many residents
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Belize Mourns the Loss of Cultural Activist Canon Jervis Valentine

Former educator, BDF soldier and cultural activist passed away this weekend in southern Belize.  79-year-old,
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National Kriol Council Calls for Proper Protocol Implementation in Land

The National Kriol Council has voiced major concerns with the ongoing dispute between the villages
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Belize Marks 12th Anniversary of George Price’s Passing with National

Today marks twelve years since the Right Honorable George Price passed away.  He died at
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Marlyn Vansen Wins National Song Competition with Patriotic Anthem

Marlyn Vansen is the winner of this year’s National Song Competition. The festive event was
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Mount Carmel Primary School and BTNU Benque Branch Sit Out

Today, schools country-wide went out in full force to participate in the Children’s Rally parade,
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Minister Fonseca Forms Subcommittee to Improve Carnival Road March

Chairman of the National Celebration Commission, Minister Francis Fonseca, says that a subcommittee will be
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Belizean Patriots Honored at Annual Tribute Event

The annual Tribute to Belizean Patriots was held last night in Belize City.  Despite interruptions
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Gwendolyn Lizarraga receives posthumous Order of Belize Award

Of the 25 awardees, 21were given meritorious awards; two received the Order of Belize, namely
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Eliza Arnold Recognized for Contributions to Sports Sector

Earlier in this newscast, we told you of the 25 awardees who were recognized last
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Belize Celebrates 225th Anniversary of Battle of Saint George’s Caye

Belize celebrated the 225th anniversary of the Battle of Saint George’s Caye Day on Sunday,
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Ryan Kilgore Foundation and Peacework International Commit to Providing Instruments

Members of the Ryan Kilgore Foundation along with Peacework International recently concluded a visit to
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Art Exhibition Celebrates Artists from Guatemala, Belize, Mexico, and Paraguay

An art exhibition, “Our Second Home,” opened at the National Chiang Kai Shek Memorial earlier
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Carnival Committee Continues Preparations for Belize’s Carnival Day

Carnival Day is getting closer, and the Carnival Committee continues their assessments of mas camps
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Belize City Gears Up for 2023 Carnival Road March

All roads lead to Belize City this weekend for the highly anticipated 2023 Carnival Road
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Flag-Raising Ceremony Highlights Belizean Heritage

As a part of the September Celebrations, this morning the Office of the Prime Minister
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Belize Awards Honor Contributions to Arts, Culture, Literature, and Heritage

Today seven Belizeans were honored for their contributions to the nation in arts, culture, literature,
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Municipalities Across Belize Raise Flags to Kick Off September Celebrations

Municipalities across the country marked the opening of the September Celebrations today with the ceremonial
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September Celebrations in Dangriga: Calendar Launches with Exciting Events

The September celebrations calendar for Dangriga Town was officially launched today.  We join Correspondent Harry
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George Gabb Award Winner Carl Gordon Showcases Wood Sculptures in

The work of this year’s recipient of the George Gabb Award for Visual Art, Carl
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Queen of the Bay Delegates Prepare for Grand Pageant Event

Delegates for the 78th Queen of the Bay Pageant are getting ready for the grand
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Belize Tourism Board Launches Art Competition for World Tourism Day

The Belize Tourism Board is engaging Belize’s artistic community for a competition centered on the
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Indigenous People’s Day Focuses on Youth Empowerment and Self-Determination

Today is World Indigenous People’s Day and the Belize National Indigenous Council (BENIC) wants youths
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Belizean Production Company Signs Exclusive Deal to Distribute US Director’s

A Belizean Production Company is attracting global attention after signing an exclusive deal with a
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National Kriol Council Welcomes New Representative on People’s Constitution Commission

The National Kriol Council (NKC) has a new representative on the People’s Constitution Commission (PCC).
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Young Blood Art Exhibition Showcases Work of Belizean Artists at

The artwork of several young Belizean artists remains on display at the Image Factory in
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Taiwan’s Ambassador Explores Garifuna Culture in Dangriga

Taiwan’s Ambassador to Belize, Lily Li-Wen Hsu, was immersed in aspects of Garifuna culture, cuisine,
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Garifuna Institute Motivates Youth with Progress Nest Program

On Saturday, the NGO Garifuna Institute for Research and Indigenous Understanding (GARiU) held a youth
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Fifth Anniversary of Belizean Studies Curriculum Celebrated at House of

An event celebrating the fifth anniversary of Belizean Studies curriculum was held this week at
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Unveiling Ceremony Honors Sir George Noel Brown in Belmopan

An unveiling ceremony took place today in memory of Sir George Noel Brown in Belmopan. 
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Official Theme Unveiled for Belize’s 2023 September Celebrations

The National Celebrations Commission has launched the official theme for the 2023 September Celebrations “Hope
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Belize Zoo and Tropical Research Center hosts grand celebration for

Over the weekend the Belize Zoo and tropical Research Center celebrated the second annual Sharon
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Ministry of Education Supports Inclusion of Garifuna Language in Schools,

The Battle of the Drums Secretariat is looking forward to greater things in the southern
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Did the weekend downpour put a damper on Cahew Fest?

There was much hype and anticipation for the annual Crooked Tree Cashew Festival this past
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Residents of Dangriga celebrate the official inauguration of meaningful shed

A shed that is meaningful to the residents of Dangriga was officially inaugurated today. We
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Land disputes in Southern Belize continue despite government’s efforts

Land disputes among communities in the south continue to heat up despite efforts of the
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US Embassy, Love Foundation and Kolbe Foundation unveil “Majestic Wall”

Three major organizations collaborated to have a Majestic Wall installed in the Fort George area. 
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Last chance to submit theme for Belize @42 Theme Competition

The Belize National Celebrations Commission is sending a final notice to the public to submit
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Nominations now open for Belize at 42 Awards

Nominations for the Belize at 42 Awards are now being accepted.  This year’s awards program
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University of Belize holds cultural survival day in Belmopan

Today, the University of Belize held a cultural survival day at the university conference room
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BTB Recognizes Two Frontline Heroes for their Service to Belize’s

The Belize Tourism Board has recognized two tourism stakeholders as part of its Frontline Hero
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BELITOPIA Belize in 2050

In the coming week, the Belizean production company, Jankunu Productionz, will unveil its new masterpiece,
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Easter Tapestry Workshop in SE/SI

The San Ignacio/Santa Elena House of Culture is hosting a sawdust tapestry project for the
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UB Belmopan Celebrates Maya day

The University of Belize hosted its first UB Maya Day yesterday, on its central campus
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Raquel Rodriguez Celebrates Women’s Month

As part of Women’s Month, Belmopan artist Raquel Rodriguez of Raquel Art launched a program
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The Garifuna Collective is back in Belize

The Garifuna Collective is back in Belize after a successful tour of Australia and New
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The Garifuna Nation Goes from Belize to Baliceaux

The Garifuna Nation recently returned from a trip to North America and the Caribbean aimed
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Restoring Lamanai Archeological Reserve for the Generations to Come

The Lamanai Archeological Reserve has been undergoing a major restoration project over the past year.
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BTB Promoting Belize Through Culinary Experiences

The Belize Tourism Board will be debuting a new series documenting the different culinary practices
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ICA Launches Womxn in Art Exhibit Featuring Belizean Artists

The Institute of Creative Arts (ICA) in Belize City will be launching an art exhibit
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Let Belize Live Exhibit in PG

The Let Belize Live exhibition is open to the public in Punta Gorda Town. Senior
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Raquel Art creates spaces for women artists

Women artists have some of their works on display at the Cayo Welcome Centre for
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Traveling Exhibition Launched for Let Belize Live

A ceremony to mark the launch of the traveling exhibition for “Let Belize Live” was
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CCJ Receives update on 2015 Consent Order

The Caribbean Court of Justice this morning received a status update from the Government of
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An update on F-PIC Protocol

During this morning’s session, the Free Prior Informed Consent Protocol was also discussed. While GOB
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The Garifuna Kids are back in Belize

Black History month comes to an end tomorrow in the United States but here in
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Here are Koop Sheet Metal, Universal Hardware and, The Hive

Tonight, we are hearing from three more teams, that want to snag the big win
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Former Miss Universe Belize President reflects on achievements

Last week, we told you that Romeo Escobar has decided not to continue with the
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Former Miss Belize National Director speaks on decision to no

Yesterday, Romeo Escobar announced that the Miss Universe Belize Organization would no longer be part
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Miss Universe Belize Withdraws from Miss Universe Franchise

National Director and President of Miss Universe Belize Organization, Romeo Escobar announced moments ago that
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Jordan Village now under official Alcalde jurisdiction

Jordan Village in the Toledo District is now under the jurisdiction of a newly appointed
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Peini Garifuna Choir turns 18

The iconic musicians, who make up the Peini Garifuna Choir, are celebrating today. That’s because
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Third Round of Curriculum Consultations Concludes

The Ministry of Education concluded its third round of consultations held with stakeholders across the
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Dozens of Alcaldes Sworn In

Over seventy Alcaldes and deputy Alcaldes were officially sworn in over the weekend in Toledo.
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Ras Indio’s new release “Bed of Roses” now available

Recording artiste, Ras Indio has released a new song called “Bed of Roses”. The song
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Ras Indio, musician and father, reflects on the loss of

 In our conversation with Ras Indio about his new song, “Bed of Roses”, we asked
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Benque House of Culture dialoguing with the community for this

The Benque Viejo House of Culture is relying on the public to provide input on
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Belize Educational Service Group moves into a full-fledged service association

Students often see themselves as global citizens. It’s no different for the graduates from National
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LIU Chairman William Dawson to be honoured posthumously

Chairman of the Leadership Intervention Unit, William Dawson is to be honoured posthumously by the
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Manatee Man and Dr. Rachel Graham of Belize make the

Jamal Galves, known as the Manatee Man, and marine conservation scientist, Dr. Rachel Graham are
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Garifuna Dance Group to Perform at U.S. Black History Month

 A group of Garifuna dancers called, Uwarani – which means “togetherness” departed Belize today en
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The Belize African Connection launch the BAC-20-PEACE Exhibit

Today is the start of Black History month and the Belize African Connection (BAC) is
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Police Cadet in PG get wind instruments

The Belize Police Department Cadet Corp in Punta Gorda has been a beneficiary of Sir
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India marked Republic Day on January 26

January 26 is an important day for the global Indian community. It was on that
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Belize to Host Pok Ta Pok World Cup Tournament

Belize will be hosting the fifth annual Pok-Ta-Pok World Cup tournament this year. Over two
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BDF at 45: moving shoulder to shoulder

An anniversary parade was held in Price Barracks in Ladyville today. The event was to
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Tanya Lopez’s Future is Looking Bright After PETAL’s Intervention

About a week ago, we brought to you the tragic story of thirty-seven-year-old, Tanya Lopez,
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Dear European Traveller, Belize’s shores await!

Most tourists that visit Belize are from North America, particularly the United States. While those
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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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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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