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August 5, 2026 No Comment

Belize Social Partners Regroup as BTL Pushes Ahead With Smart

Belize’s Social Partners are regrouping to determine their next move as BTL pushes ahead with

August 5, 2026 No Comment

RFG Insurance Donates Cash and Paint to Gulisi Community Primary

The Gulisi Community Primary School in Dangriga, Stann Creek District, has received a cash donation

August 5, 2026 No Comment

Butane Prices Rise Slightly Across Belize

Consumers are paying slightly more for liquefied petroleum gas, commonly known as butane, following the

August 4, 2026 No Comment

BTL Board Approves Plan to Buy Smart as Belizeans Demand

Belize Telemedia Limited has taken a major step toward acquiring Speednet Communications Limited, the company

August 3, 2026 No Comment

SSB Reportedly Clears Key Hurdle for BTL’s Smart Acquisition

The proposed acquisition of Speednet Communications by Belize Telemedia Limited appears to have cleared another

August 3, 2026 No Comment

Belmopan Unveils Plans for Uber-Style Taxi App

The Belmopan City Council is working on a new taxi app that would operate much

July 31, 2026 No Comment

Laptops included in GST-Free Days for Back-to-School Shoppers

Belizeans planning to purchase a laptop for school will be able to do so without

July 31, 2026 No Comment

Belize Launches Digital Trade License System to Streamline Applications

Belize’s trade licensing process is going digital as the Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development

July 30, 2026 No Comment

Brad’s Gaming Loses Tax Case, Faces $4.3 Million Bill

Brad’s Gaming Company and Brad’s Gaming Group remain on the hook for more than four-point-three

July 30, 2026 No Comment

Plan to Transform Belize Tax Service into Semi-Autonomous Revenue Authority

The Government says plans to transform the Belize Tax Service Department into a Semi-Autonomous Revenue

July 30, 2026 No Comment

Belize Hotel Association Launches Insurance Plan for Hospitality Workers

The Belize Hotel Association is introducing a new benefit of greater support and protection for

July 28, 2026 No Comment

Belize Bank Awards Scholarships to 16 Outstanding Students

Sixteen outstanding students from across Belize were awarded scholarships this morning through the Belize Bank

July 28, 2026 No Comment

Corozal Commercial Free Zone Marks 31 Years of Growth

The Corozal Commercial Free Zone celebrated its thirty-first anniversary on Sunday with a special ceremony

July 24, 2026 No Comment

BNTU President Responds to Dispute Over Late Teacher’s Union Benefits

Belize National Teachers’ Union President Nadia Caliz has addressed two issues generating discussion within the

July 24, 2026 No Comment

BNTU Monthly Union Dues to Double in September Under New

As it relates to union fees, the upcoming increases will take effect in September. The

July 24, 2026 No Comment

Proposed Online Broadcasting Rules Spark Debate Over Media Regulation

The Belize Broadcasting Authority’s proposed expansion of the country’s broadcasting laws to include certain online

July 24, 2026 No Comment

Government Seeks Public Input on Liquor Licensing Reform

The Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development and Local Government is moving ahead with efforts

July 22, 2026 No Comment

Government announces two GST-free shopping days for back-to-school season

Belizean families preparing for the new school year will have two opportunities to save on

July 22, 2026 No Comment

Water taxi operators seek fare increase in Belize

Could sea travelers soon be paying more to travel by water taxi? The Belize Water

July 22, 2026 No Comment

Energy Minister confident in BEL despite revenue decline

Whether or not an investment in Belize Electricity Limited remains a sound decision following the

July 22, 2026 No Comment

Former BEL workers continue push for severance payments

In related news, the Belize Energy Workers for Justice are continuing their campaign for severance

July 20, 2026 No Comment

PSU President Calls on Transport CEO Chester Williams to Step

The Jhawn Gamboa matter is not the only thing under the PSU’s microscope. According to

July 20, 2026 No Comment

Electricity Rates Hold Steady as PUC Introduces New Monthly Power

Electricity rates will remain unchanged for now, following a final decision by the Public Utilities

July 20, 2026 No Comment

NTUCB Celebrates 60 Years of Defending Belizean Workers

The National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) marked sixty years of defending workers’ rights

July 16, 2026 No Comment

More Than 120 Women Entrepreneurs Complete National Business Incubator

One hundred and twenty-four women entrepreneurs from across Belize have completed the incubator phase of

July 15, 2026 No Comment

Rural Belize Businesses to Come Under New Trade License System

Businesses in Belize’s villages and rural communities will soon be required to operate under a

July 15, 2026 No Comment

PSU marks its 104th anniversary

The Public Service Union of Belize is marking its 104th anniversary with its leadership reflecting

July 15, 2026 No Comment

LPG Prices Drop Across Belize Following New Controlled Price Adjustment

Belizeans are paying less for Liquefied Petroleum Gas, or LPG, following the introduction of new

July 15, 2026 No Comment

Belize Takes Regional Statistics Leadership Role Through CENTROESTAD Presidency

The Statistical Institute of Belize, SIB, has assumed the Pro Tempore Presidency of the Central

July 14, 2026 No Comment

Caribbean Agribusinesses Invited to Pitch for Investment at Regional Forum

Agribusinesses across the Caribbean, including those in Belize, are being invited to apply for an

July 13, 2026 No Comment

St. Francis Xavier Credit Union Members elects new board members

The Saint Francis Xavier Credit Union now has a new leadership team following elections held

July 10, 2026 No Comment

Dean Flowers Calls for Greater Disclosure of Government Finances by

Among the issues highlighted in the President of PSU’s statement, Flowers placed particular attention on

July 10, 2026 No Comment

PSU President, Dean Flowers, Defends Attendance at UDP Anti-Corruption Rally

The Public Service Union’s president’s attendance at today’s anti-corruption rally, organized by the United Democratic

July 9, 2026 No Comment

Belize Showcases Local Chocolate and other products at Major Trade

A Belizean delegation is in Taiwan as part of efforts to promote local products and

July 7, 2026 No Comment

BELTRAIDE Awards Grants to 22 Belizean Entrepreneurs

BELTRAIDE is investing in the growth of Belizean entrepreneurs. Today, 22 business owners received grants

July 7, 2026 No Comment

Belize Fishermen Cooperative Association Holds 36th Annual General Meeting

Yesterday, fishers and cooperative leaders gathered in Belize City for the thirty-sixth Annual General Meeting

July 7, 2026 No Comment

Belize moves toward electronic monitoring of its high-seas fishing fleet

Belize’s High Seas Fisheries Unit has selected the Spanish technology company Satlink to provide electronic

July 6, 2026 No Comment

Poultry Prices Rise as Production Costs Increase

Poultry prices have increased by twelve cents per pound for whole chicken, following an adjustment

July 6, 2026 No Comment

Belize’s Domestic Banks Join National Credit Bureau Network

Belize’s domestic banks are now connected to the CRIF Credit Bureau, a development expected to

July 6, 2026 No Comment

NTUCB Declines Invitation to Join UDP Protest

The United Democratic Party is calling on Belizeans to join a protest march and rally

July 6, 2026 No Comment

Co-operatives Day Expo Highlights Community Development in Cayo

The Department of Co-operatives marked the International Day of Co-operatives on Saturday with a ceremony

July 3, 2026 No Comment

BCCI calls for tighter controls in government’s Smart Stream

The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry has written to Prime Minister John Briceño, calling

July 3, 2026 No Comment

NTUCB Says Mira Family Payments Raise Serious Questions Over Government

The National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) is raising fresh concerns over government contracts

July 3, 2026 No Comment

BEL Eyes Major Ambergris Caye Power Upgrade With MCC Funding

Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) says it is ready to move forward, pending government’s final approval,

July 3, 2026 No Comment

BEL Warns Drought and Mexico Outages Highlight Energy Supply Risks

In related news, power outages in Mexico’s Bacalar area are highlighting a potential concern for

July 3, 2026 No Comment

BEL Explains Proposed Monthly Electricity Rate Adjustment Trial

The Public Utilities Commission’s proposed Regulatory Sandbox for BEL’s Cost of Power Adjustment got a

July 3, 2026 No Comment

NTUCB Launches Drive to Register Domestic Workers Nationwide

The National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) is calling on domestic workers across the

July 3, 2026 No Comment

Belize Insurers Launch Claims Vault to Combat Fraud

Insurance companies in Belize will soon be able to compare notes on claims made by

June 30, 2026 No Comment

MSME Roadshow Continues After Successful San Ignacio Launch

The MSME Roadshow, which supports micro, small, and medium enterprises across Belize, continues this week

June 30, 2026 No Comment

Belize Suspends Parcel Shipments to European Union

Belizeans looking to send parcels to countries within the European Union will have to wait

June 30, 2026 No Comment

Tourism Business Connect Brings Industry Together in Belize City

Business owners, entrepreneurs, and tourism stakeholders gathered today at the Grand Resort in Belize City

June 26, 2026 No Comment

Tourism Entrepreneurs Receive Grants to Grow Sustainable Businesses

At Biltmore Plaza in Belize City, the Sustainable and Inclusive Belize (SAIB) hosted a ceremony in which tourism

June 24, 2026 No Comment

Belize’s Inflation Climbs to 4.3% as Cost of Living Rises

Prices continued to rise up to April 2026, according to data presented today by the

June 19, 2026 No Comment

Belize and Quintana Roo discuss Tren Maya and a linkage

High-level officials from Belize and the Mexican state of Quintana Roo met this morning in

June 18, 2026 No Comment

Ella Waight Raises Concerns Over Perception of Mira Family Government

President of the National Trade Union Congress of Belize, Ella Waight, is weighing in on

June 18, 2026 No Comment

NTUCB Says PM Briceño Yet to Deliver on Promise of

The National Trade Union Congress of Belize, NTUCB, says it remains concerned that Prime Minister

June 18, 2026 No Comment

Former BEL Workers Protest Outside AGM Demanding Severance Payments

A group of former employees of the Belize Electricity Limited gathered outside the company’s headquarters

June 15, 2026 No Comment

Saint Francis Xavier Credit Union Board Election Delayed After AGM

The Corozal Saint Francis Xavier Credit Union remains without an elected Board of Directors tonight

June 12, 2026 No Comment

BYD Launches Song Plus SUV in Belize

Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD is expanding its presence in Belize with the unveiling of

June 11, 2026 No Comment

U.S. Embassy Hosts Regional YLAI Forum in Belize

The United States Embassy in Belize this week hosted another installment of its ongoing efforts

June 11, 2026 No Comment

Copalli Rum Named Among Top 100 Spirits to Stock

A Belizean-made rum is receiving international recognition after being named among the Top 100 Spirits

June 10, 2026 No Comment

National Bus Company unveils new telematics technology on its fleet

The National Bus Company today showcased newly installed telematics technology as part of its ongoing

June 10, 2026 No Comment

BEL Explains Causes Behind Spike in Electricity Bills

Belize Electricity Limited, BEL, says it has investigated recent complaints from customers who reported significant

June 10, 2026 No Comment

RevUP Caribbean and BELTRAIDE Empower Belizean Entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs, business leaders, and aspiring business owners gathered at the Grand Resort last night for

June 10, 2026 No Comment

BELTRAIDE Announces 2026 MSME Roadshow Across Belize

BELTRAIDE is preparing to launch the 2026 National MSME Roadshow, a nationwide initiative aimed at

June 8, 2026 No Comment

Belize Eyes Coconut Industry as Economic Driver

Belize’s coconut industry could soon emerge as one of the country’s next major economic success

June 8, 2026 No Comment

Belize Looks to Expand Beef Export Market

As Belize looks to expand its export portfolio, government officials are also turning their attention

June 5, 2026 No Comment

Mexico Extends Tariff Relief for Belizean Cattle Exports

Belize’s efforts to secure continued access to the Mexican market for its cattle exports have

June 4, 2026 No Comment

Former BEL Workers Protest Outside House of Representatives

And during this morning’s House of Representatives meeting in Belmopan, a handful of former Belize

June 3, 2026 No Comment

PM Briceño Appeals to Fuel Dealers to Absorb Rising Costs

Prime Minister John Briceño is appealing to fuel dealers across Belize to do their part

June 3, 2026 No Comment

PM Calls BCCI Fuel Tax Relief Appeal Embarrassing

PM Briceño has sharply criticized the recent appeal made by the Belize Chamber of Commerce

June 2, 2026 No Comment

BCCI Presses Government for More Fuel Relief as Prices Remain

The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry, BCCI, is continuing to press Government for greater

June 2, 2026 No Comment

Yashin Dujon Named New Executive Director of Belize Audubon Society

The Belize Audubon Society (BAS) has announced the appointment of Yashin Dujon as its new

May 29, 2026 No Comment

Migrant Workers Filling More Manual Labour Jobs as Skilled Belizeans

Belize is facing a growing shift in its labour force, with migrant workers now dominating

May 28, 2026 No Comment

Belize faces a growing labour shortage

Belize is facing what labour officials are describing as a growing shortage of manual workers,

May 28, 2026 No Comment

Government Moves to Modernize Belize’s Outdated Labour Laws

The Ministry of Labour is taking steps toward modernizing Belize’s labour laws through a workshop

May 28, 2026 No Comment

Inflation Rises as Consumer Confidence Slips in Belize

Recent figures coming out of the Statistical Institute of Belize indicate that Belizeans are continuing

May 28, 2026 No Comment

Labour Ministry Seeks Stronger Partnership With BPO Sector

The Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour and Local Government says it is seeking

May 27, 2026 No Comment

Bus Association Wants In on Electric Bus Pilot

The Belize Bus Association is formally requesting inclusion in the next phase of Belize’s electric

May 27, 2026 No Comment

Fresh concerns emerge over the condition of the National Bus Company fleet and

Tonight, the Belize Bus Association may be calling for inclusion in the government’s electric bus

May 27, 2026 No Comment

San Pedro Seeks More Community Health Workers

The Labour Department’s San Pedro branch is actively recruiting community health workers on the island.

May 26, 2026 No Comment

Belizean Ranchers Experiment With Japanese Wagyu Cattle Genetics

Belize is looking to upgrade the quality of its livestock industry through the use of

May 26, 2026 No Comment

TikTok Becoming a Real Source of Income for Young Belizeans

Scrolling through videos used to be just a way to pass the time, but for

May 21, 2026 No Comment

Belize Migration Policy Consultations Continue With Business Leaders

Since the launch of Belize’s Migration Policy, the Government continues efforts to strengthen the management

May 19, 2026 No Comment

National Bus Company seeks a new Chief Executive Officer

Susana Vanzie has officially stepped down as Chief Executive Officer of the National Bus Company,

May 19, 2026 No Comment

Belize Showcases Trade and Investment Opportunities in Washington DC

Belize was recently showcased on an international stage in Washington D.C., as the Belize Trade

May 18, 2026 No Comment

Minister of Transportation Says Bus Ticketing Reform Needed to Stop

Minister of Transportation Dr. Louis Zabaneh says one of the most urgent reforms needed within

May 13, 2026 No Comment

Cellular World and Dell Push AI and Cybersecurity Solutions in

Cellular World Belize continues to expand its partnership with Dell Technologies, this time placing a

May 11, 2026 No Comment

Belize Chocolate Festival 2026 Officially Launched in Toledo

The countdown to one of Toledo’s biggest cultural celebrations is officially underway following the launch

May 7, 2026 No Comment

SSB reports record investment growth, surpassing five hundred million dollars

The Social Security Board is reporting record levels of investment across multiple portfolios and has

May 5, 2026 No Comment

Minister of Labour speaks on the current delay on the

There is a new delay in the passage of Belize’s long-anticipated Occupational Safety and Health

May 5, 2026 No Comment

Former BEL Employee Appeals for Severance

A 68-year-old former employee of the Belize Electricity Limited is appealing for assistance in securing

May 5, 2026 No Comment

Labour Departmen to Review Severance Claim

Minister of Labour, Kareem Musa, has responded to concerns raised by former employees awaiting severance

May 5, 2026 No Comment

LPG Prices Drop Slightly Across Belize

The Government of Belize has announced a slight decrease in the controlled prices for Liquefied

May 4, 2026 No Comment

PSU Blasts Proposed Mayor Severance Package

There were strong words and pointed criticism at the local and central government from Public

May 4, 2026 No Comment

PSU President Criticizes Labour Ministry No-Shows

Public Service Union President Dean Flowers also used the National Trade Union Congress of Belize

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