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September 2, 2024 No Comment

Government to Compulsorily Acquire Will Bauer Flats for Marine Conservation

The Briceno Administration has moved to compulsory acquire Will Bauer Flats. For months, fishers fought
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September 2, 2024 No Comment

BTV Urges Government Action After Aggressive Sarstoon River Encounter

The Belize Territorial Volunteers (BTV) is calling on the government to take decisive action after
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September 2, 2024 No Comment

Feinstein Group Rejects Government’s Compulsory Acquisition of Stake Bank

Tonight, the Feinstein Group is rejecting the government’s compulsory acquisition of a disputed portion of
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September 2, 2024 No Comment

IDB and Government Sign $10M Loan for Healthcare and Urban

The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Government of Belize have signed a ten-million-dollar loan
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September 2, 2024 No Comment

PUP Endorses Four Orange Walk Candidates at District Convention

Over the weekend, the People’s United Party held an endorsement convention for its four candidates
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August 30, 2024 No Comment

NHI Transformation: Government to Establish Independent Health Insurance Authority and

Government has embarked on moves to transform the National Health Insurance (NHI) Scheme into a
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August 30, 2024 No Comment

Belize Hosts Regional Climate Dialogue: Focus on Climate Resilience and

Belize is hosting the Third High-Level Dialogue of the Regional Climate Change Platform of Economy
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August 30, 2024 No Comment

Belize City Council Explores Floating Sidewalk Project: Feasibility Study Underway

Belize City Council is exploring the idea of installing a floating sidewalk in the Southern
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August 30, 2024 No Comment

National Assembly Introduces Strategic Tools

The National Assembly announced today that it has published three administrative planning tools to guide
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August 30, 2024 No Comment

Newly Opened Honorary Consulate in Chetumal: A Lifeline for Belizeans

Have you ever wondered where to seek help if you have an emergency while in
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August 30, 2024 No Comment

PUP Endorses Fonseca and Musa for Upcoming General Elections: Focus

The People’s United Party continued its preparations for the upcoming general elections last night. The
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August 29, 2024 No Comment

Belize Moves to End Child Marriages as Consultations Gain Momentum

Consultations continued today in the west on the issue of child marriages.  The campaign to
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August 28, 2024 No Comment

Briceno’s Administration Moves to Acquire Stake Bank Extension

Prime Minister John Briceno returned home yesterday from his working visit to Guatemala.  Today, he
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August 28, 2024 No Comment

Outrage over Belmopan Hospital Land Purchase Fizzles as Briceno Stands

The back and forth surrounding the government’s decision to spend six point nine million dollars
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August 28, 2024 No Comment

E-Bus Pilot Yields Over $33K for Belize City Council in

For the period, July 22 to August 25, the Belize City Council has collected over
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August 27, 2024 No Comment

Belize Opens Honorary Consulate in Chetumal to Assist Nationals in

Friday saw the official opening of Belize’s Honorary Consulate in Chetumal, Quintana Roo, Mexico.  Belizean
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August 27, 2024 No Comment

Voter Transfer Deadline Approaches as Election Campaigns Intensify

In four days the voter transfer period will close, meaning that registered voters would not
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August 27, 2024 No Comment

Ministry of Health Defends Land Purchase for Belmopan Hospital Amid

The Ministry of Health and Wellness held a ninety-five-minute press conference yesterday to put rumors
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August 27, 2024 No Comment

Lands Commissioner Clarifies Valuation in Controversial Land Purchase

One of the major points of contention surrounding the purchase of the land was the
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August 27, 2024 No Comment

Government Moves to Acquire Disputed Stake Bank Island for Cruise

The Government of Belize has moved to compulsorily acquire the disputed 24-acre extension of Stake
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August 27, 2024 No Comment

Government of Belize continues to support campaigns to combat gender

The Government of Belize says it is committed to eliminating gender-based violence by implementing new
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August 27, 2024 No Comment

Lottery Operations See Major Changes Under Government Management

Tonight, we turn our attention to Boledo and Lottery, which has undergone significant changes since
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August 27, 2024 No Comment

Government Distributes Solar Kits to Support Sustainable Farming in Belize

The Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy, Logistics and E-governance (MPUELE) has initiated a project aimed
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August 26, 2024 No Comment

Belize and Guatemala Reaffirm Commitment to ICJ Ruling in 2025

Prime Minister John Briceno has announced that both Belize and Guatemala have reiterated its commitment
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August 26, 2024 No Comment

Belize Government Lotteries Reports $72M in Sales Over 8 Months

The Belize Government Lotteries Limited (BGLL) has reported seventy two million dollars in sales for
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August 26, 2024 No Comment

Belize Inaugurates Honorary Consulate in Chetumal to Strengthen Ties

Friday saw the official opening of an office for an honorary consulate for Belize in
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August 26, 2024 No Comment

Public Hearings for Sugar Industry Commission of Inquiry to Begin

Public hearings for the Commission of Inquiry (COI) into the sugar industry are scheduled to
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August 26, 2024 No Comment

Government Defends Land Purchase for New Belmopan University Hospital

Amid an increase in public scrutiny, today the Government of Belize held a press conference
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August 26, 2024 No Comment

Brad’s Gaming and Government Near Settlement in High Court Case

After more than two years before the Belize High Court, a settlement may finally come
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August 23, 2024 No Comment

Love Foundation Launches Campaign to Combat Gender-Based Violence Among Youth

A visibility awareness campaign was launched today that will see a series of activities geared
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August 23, 2024 No Comment

Protest Erupts Over Controversial $6.9M Land Purchase for UB Teaching

The controversy surrounding the land purchase continues to spark debate, with various stakeholders raising questions
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August 23, 2024 No Comment

PSU Calls for Auditor General’s Resignation Amid Transparency Concerns

During today’s protest, the Public Service Union (PSU) called for the resignation of Auditor General
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August 23, 2024 No Comment

Unions Express Frustration Over Government’s Response to Public Outcry

While today’s demonstration remained peaceful, the unions say they are reaching a breaking point and
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August 21, 2024 No Comment

Government’s $6.9M Land Purchase in Belmopan Under Scrutiny

The land acquisition in Belmopan by the government continues to be a concern for many
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August 21, 2024 No Comment

NTUCB Demands Review of $6.9M Land Acquisition for Belmopan Hospital

In a surprising turn of events, the National Trade Union Congress of Belize (NTUCB) has
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August 21, 2024 No Comment

Former PM Barrow Laments State of Affairs in UDP Amid

As the war wages within the UDP, former Prime Minister Dean Barrow has lamented the
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August 20, 2024 No Comment

Indian Creek Village Faces Growing Unrest Over Leadership Dispute

Uncertainties in Indian Creek Village, Toledo District, continue to mount as the villagers are being
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August 20, 2024 No Comment

Nigel Petillo Rallies Protest Against Controversial University Hospital Relocation

Grassroots activist Nigel Petillo is organizing a protest in Belmopan on Friday, in response to the government’s decision to
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August 19, 2024 No Comment

UDP Deputy Under Fire for Dismissing Sign Language Training for

UDP Deputy Chairman, Alberto August, is being criticized tonight after undervaluing the importance of sign
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August 19, 2024 No Comment

UDP Condemns New Hospital Site, Calls for UB Campus Development

As the UDP’s Deputy August belittles the value and importance of sign language, the party
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August 19, 2024 No Comment

Debate Over New Hospital Location: A Closer Look at UB

Over the past week, much talk has been had over the government’s purchase of 15
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August 19, 2024 No Comment

PUP Endorses Alex Balona for Cayo Central, Ramps Up Election

Over the weekend, the People’s United Party continued its political preparations for the 2025 General
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August 16, 2024 No Comment

Police Tribunal Dismisses Assault Complaint Against Constable Elvin Eck; Criminal

A police tribunal has dismissed a complaint of assault made by a female police officer
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August 16, 2024 No Comment

Minister of Home Affairs Calls for Greater Respect for Media

Tonight, the Minister of Home Affairs is joining his cabinet colleagues in calling for greater
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August 16, 2024 No Comment

Deputy Prime Minister Cordel Hyde Says State of Emergency a

Deputy Prime Minister Cordel Hyde says the government’s recent State of Emergency signals a societal
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August 16, 2024 No Comment

Belmopan Mayor Uncertain of Location for Controversial $6.9M Hospital Land

Despite the government issuing a lengthy explanation on why it bought a 6.9-million-dollar plot of
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August 16, 2024 No Comment

Is the US Influencing Belize’s Stance on Venezuela? Minister of

Is the US working to sway Belize’s support away from Venezuela? Recently, Belize’s Minister of
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August 15, 2024 No Comment

Farmers’ Express Road Project Inaugurated: Upgraded Infrastructure to Boost Local

The Farmers’ Express Road Project was inaugurated this morning in the Banana Bank area, Cayo
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August 15, 2024 No Comment

Minister of Natural Resources Clarifies $6.9 Million Belmopan Hospital Land

The news coverage of the land acquired by government for the new Belmopan Hospital continues
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August 15, 2024 No Comment

Investigators Probe Alleged $1M Misappropriation at Belize Solid Waste Authority

Investigators continue to probe into an alleged misappropriation of funds at the Belize Solid Waste
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August 15, 2024 No Comment

UDP Power Struggle Intensifies: Alliance for Democracy Pushes for National

The struggle for power in the United Democratic Party continues as the group calling itself
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August 15, 2024 No Comment

Acting PM Cordel Hyde Apologizes for Media Lockout at Swearing-In

Acting Prime Minister Cordell Hyde has apologized to the media for keeping them locked out
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August 14, 2024 No Comment

Dr. Osmond Martinez Joins Ministry of Foreign Trade as Minister

Substantive Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade Francis Fonseca is thrilled with the newest
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August 14, 2024 No Comment

New Toledo East Rep Dr. Osmond Martinez Promises Data-Driven Transformation

The new Area Representative of Toledo East is hoping to change the dynamics of his
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August 14, 2024 No Comment

Dr. Osmond Martinez Embraces New Role in Ministry of Foreign

The media also asked Martinez about his new role in the Ministry of Foreign Trade
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August 14, 2024 No Comment

Deputy PM Cordel Hyde Reflects on PUP’s Achievements and Future

Deputy Prime Minister Cordel Hyde believes that his party has been able to achieve several
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August 13, 2024 No Comment

Dr. Osmond Martinez Sworn in as New Minister of State

Ministry of Foreign Trade has a new Minister of State in the name of Dr.
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August 13, 2024 No Comment

Ramon Vasquez is the UDP’s Standard Bearer for Belize Rural

As the PUP cements its standard bearers across the country, the United Democratic Party is
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August 13, 2024 No Comment

Prime Minister Briceno Rules Out Early Elections

Amid the turmoil in the opposition, many have questioned whether the Briceno Administration will call
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August 13, 2024 No Comment

People’s National Party Urges Government to Conduct Redistricting

Political third party, the People’s National Party (PNP) is calling on the Government of Belize
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August 13, 2024 No Comment

Belmopan’s $6M Hospital Land Purchase Under Scrutiny Amid Government Justifications

The six-million dollar land purchase by government for the new hospital in Belmopan continues to
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August 12, 2024 No Comment

UDP Turmoil: Third Petition Filed to Unseat Leader Shyne Barrow

Leader of the Opposition, Moses Shyne Barrow, is still being targeted by members of the
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August 12, 2024 No Comment

Court Win for Briceno Administration: High Court Upholds Redistricting Report

The Briceno Administration won a round in court as it relates to the redistricting matter.
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August 12, 2024 No Comment

Concerns Arise Over $6M Spent on New Location for Teaching

Since the news broke that Belize’s teaching hospital in Belmopan will no longer be constructed
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August 12, 2024 No Comment

Dr. Louis Zabaneh Endorsed as Dangriga PUP Standard Bearer

As we reported on Friday, Dr Louis Zabaneh was endorsed as the PUP Standard Bearer
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August 12, 2024 No Comment

PUP Endorses Dr. Lorna McKay and Marconi Leal Senior in

The weekend also saw the PUP endorsements of Dr. Lorna McKay in Queen’s Square and
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August 9, 2024 No Comment

Groundbreaking Ceremony at Commerce Bight Pier Marks New Era for

The Commerce Bight Pier was the site for a ground breaking ceremony this afternoon in
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August 9, 2024 No Comment

Prime Minister Briceno Confirms Dr. Leroy Almendarez as New SSB

Prime Minister John Briceno has confirmed the appointment of Dr Leroy Almendarez as the new
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August 9, 2024 No Comment

PM Briceño weighs in on Corozal Bay Office Drama

This week there has been a new angle of contention in the Corozal Bay division
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August 9, 2024 No Comment

Government Moves Closer to Establishing Belize’s First Teaching Hospital in

The Government of Belize is one step closer to opening a teaching hospital in the
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August 8, 2024 No Comment

Government Greenlights New Hospital for Belize City, Construction Expected to

The Government has announced plans to construct a brand new hospital for Belize City.  Minister
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August 8, 2024 No Comment

Benque Viejo Fiesta Results in Significant Financial Loss for Town

Documents reaching our newsroom indicate that the Benque Viejo del Carmen Town Council may have
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August 8, 2024 No Comment

Prime Minister Briceno Addresses Missing Funds from Solid Waste Management

Prime Minister John Briceno was in his division today attending the opening ceremony for an
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August 8, 2024 No Comment

Western Regional Hospital Receives $1.1M Renovation Grant from US SOUTHCOM

Yesterday, in a significant step toward the betterment of healthcare in Belize, the Western Regional
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August 8, 2024 No Comment

Toledo East Representative Dr. Osmond Martinez Awaits Swearing-In Amidst Delay

Recently elected Area Representative for Toledo East, Dr Osmond Martinez is yet to be sworn
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August 7, 2024 No Comment

Campaign to End Child Marriages Launched in Belize City

A comprehensive campaign to end child marriages was launched this morning at the Ramada Hotel
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August 7, 2024 No Comment

Age of Consent Debate Continues in Belize Amid Calls for

In recent years, the conversation around the age of consent and legal sex age in
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August 6, 2024 No Comment

Opposition Urges Government to Address Controversial Venezuelan Election

As the contentions persist in Venezuela over the recent elections, Belize’s opposition is calling on
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August 6, 2024 No Comment

National Health Insurance Registration to open Soon for Belmopan Residents

Residents of Belmopan will have the opportunity to register for national health insurance as NHI
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August 6, 2024 No Comment

Belmopan Area Representative Announces New Employment and Infrastructure Initiatives

Aside from health, Belmopan’s Area Rep has announced that they are looking at bringing more
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August 6, 2024 No Comment

Investigation Launched Into Missing Million from Belize Solid Waste Management

Tonight, there are questions over the use or the whereabouts of one million dollars from
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August 2, 2024 No Comment

Foreign Minister Clarifies Observer Mission to Venezuela

Minister of Foreign Affairs Francis Fonseca has clarified that the observer mission that headed to
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August 2, 2024 No Comment

National Assembly Offices Relocated for Major Renovations

Major renovations are looking to start at the National Assembly historical building in Belmopan.  Due
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July 31, 2024 No Comment

CARICOM Strengthens Fight Against Gang Violence and Trafficking at 47th

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has embarked on a concerted effort to strengthen its fight against
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July 31, 2024 No Comment

Belize City Honors Late Mayor William David Fonseca with Regent

The Regent Street Parking lot located next to the Treasury Building is officially being named
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July 31, 2024 No Comment

Belmopan Skips 10th of September Celebrations Due to Low Attendance

The much anticipated Celebrations Calendar has been released, revealing the activities countrywide. Surprisingly, Belmopan is
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July 30, 2024 No Comment

ABRPO Protests in Belmopan, Demands Action from Government

Today, for the second time this year, the Association of Beneficiaries and Retired Public Officers
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July 30, 2024 No Comment

Disabilities Bill Gains Support in Senate Despite Concerns Over Targets

When the country’s first-ever Disabilities Bill came up for debate in the Senate last week,
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July 30, 2024 No Comment

Richard Bradley Launches Second Volume of Belize Constitution Summary

To assist the work of the People’s Constitution Commission, attorney Richard “Dickie” Bradley developed an
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July 25, 2024 No Comment

Opposition Members Push for Shyne Barrow’s Ouster as UDP Leader

The purported attempt by members of the opposition to oust United Democratic Party Leader Moses
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July 25, 2024 No Comment

PUP Extends Olive Branch in Corozal Bay Amid Internal Tensions

And while the apparent infighting in the UDP is increasing, the PUP is hoping to
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July 24, 2024 No Comment

Senate Debates Key Bills, Ratifies Latin American Space Convention

The Senate met today at the National Assembly in Belmopan to debate several bills and
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July 24, 2024 No Comment

State of Emergency Extended in Belize and Cayo Districts

Another resolution passed was the extension of the government’s State of Emergency in the Belize
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July 24, 2024 No Comment

Senate Approves $50M IDB Loan for Urban Development and Healthcare

The Senate then moved on to a loan motion for almost 50 million Belize dollars
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July 24, 2024 No Comment

Senate Passes Fiscal Incentives Amendment Bill for Major Investments

The Fiscal Incentives (Amendment) Bill was also passed today in the Senate after it went
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July 24, 2024 No Comment

Rumors Swirl of Plan to Oust Shyne Barrow as UDP

Tonight, a plan to remove Moses “Shyne” Barrow as the Leader of the United Democratic
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July 24, 2024 No Comment

John Saldivar Resigns as UDP Western Regional Caucus Leader

And while Barrow remains safe for now, John Saldivar is no longer the leader of
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July 22, 2024 No Comment

Dangriga Mayor and Town Administrator in Public Dispute Over Alleged

The dispute between the Mayor of Dangriga Town Robert Mariano and the town’s Town Administrator
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July 22, 2024 No Comment

APAMO Clashes with Ministry Over Protected Areas Legislation Revisions

Tonight, the Association of Protected Areas Management Organizations (APAMO) remains at odds with the Ministry
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July 22, 2024 No Comment

PUP Responds to Corozal Rep. Elvia Vega Samos’s Allegations of

Over the weekend, the People’s United Party’s secretariat responded to claims made by Corozal Area
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