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January 19, 2024 No Comment

Former Mayor of San Ignacio/Santa Elena Urges Current Mayor to

Former Mayor of San Ignacio/Santa Elena and Cayo Northeast Area Representative Orlando Habet is calling

January 19, 2024 No Comment

Minister Orlando Habet Tours Belize to Improve Ministry Services

The Minister of Sustainable Development, Disaster Risk Management, and Climate Change, Orlando Habet, has embarked

January 18, 2024 No Comment

Prime Minister Briceno Meets US Senator Dodd: Talks Focus on

The US Embassy in Belize has confirmed that Prime Minister John Briceno and US Senator

January 18, 2024 No Comment

Attorney Orson Elrington steps down as UDP’s Legal Advisor

Orson Elrington has stepped down as the legal advisor for the United Democratic Party (UDP).

January 18, 2024 No Comment

Belize’s Diplomatic Ties with Israel: Minister Fonseca Says Nation Not

When will Belize reinstate diplomatic ties with Israel? In November last year, the government of

January 18, 2024 No Comment

Construction of New San Pedro Hospital: Contract Signing Expected by

The contract to cement the construction works for a new San Pedro Hospital is expected

January 18, 2024 No Comment

Minister Fonseca Juggles Foreign Affairs and Education Portfolios

It’s been eighteen days since Minister Francis Fonseca assumed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and

January 17, 2024 No Comment

Foreign Minister Francis Fonseca Aims for Sarstoon Protocol with Guatemala’s

Belize’s new Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Francis Fonseca, says he is hopeful

January 17, 2024 No Comment

US Special Presidential Advisor Christopher J. Dodd to Visit Belize

The US Special Presidential Advisor (SPA) for the Americas, Christopher J. Dodd, is expected in

January 17, 2024 No Comment

Andre Perez’s return to Cabinet not ruled out by PM

It has been five months since former Minister of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation, Andre

January 17, 2024 No Comment

Over a Hundred Laptops Donated to Sacred Heart Junior College

Over a hundred laptops were provided to the Administration of Sacred Heart Junior College in

January 16, 2024 No Comment

Orange Walk Town Honors Belize’s First Premiere and Prime Minister,

A special ceremony was held yesterday in Orange Walk Town in honour of the Right

January 16, 2024 No Comment

People’s United Party Ensures Legacy of George Cadle Price Lives

While it has been 12 years since the passing of George Cadle Price, the People’s

January 16, 2024 No Comment

Chief Justice Highlights Judicial System Weaknesses in Opening of Legal

The pre-recorded opening of the Legal Year 2024 was premiered this morning with the traditional

January 16, 2024 No Comment

Government Approves Land De-reservation in Dangriga for First-Time Land Owners

Government has approved the de-reservation of a portion of land in Dangriga that will be

January 16, 2024 No Comment

Dangriga Town Council and Development Finance Corporation Launch Low-Income Housing

The Dangriga Town Council and the Development Finance Corporation have partnered to launch a low-income

January 12, 2024 No Comment

Ministry of Education Partners with NICH for Upkeep of George

This Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology of Belize is teaming up with the

January 11, 2024 No Comment

Corozal Free Zone Road Rehabilitation Breaks Ground

Today saw the ground-breaking for the rehabilitation of the Santa Elena Access Road to the

January 11, 2024 No Comment

PM Briceno in Support of Raising Legal Drinking Age to

Prime Minister John Briceno told the media today that he would like to see the

January 11, 2024 No Comment

GOB Commences Establishment of Commission of Inquiry for Sugar Industry

The Government of Belize has commenced the establishment of its Commission of Inquiry into the

January 11, 2024 No Comment

Foreign Affairs Minister Fonseca Meets with US Ambassador

Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Francis Fonseca, met with the US Ambassador to

January 11, 2024 No Comment

PM Briceno Addresses Concerns on Immigration Strategy, E-Passports, and Amnesty

When Senator Eamon Courtenay demitted office at the end of 2023, the Prime Minister decided

January 11, 2024 No Comment

Commissioner of Indigenous Peoples Affairs Greg Ch’oc to Demmit Office

Commissioner of Indigenous Peoples Affairs, Greg Ch’oc will be demitting office at the end of

January 11, 2024 No Comment

Belmopan Mayor Invites Political Aspirants for “An Orientation at City

Belmopan outgoing Mayor, Sheran Palacio, has scheduled an event she has coined as, ‘An Orientation

January 10, 2024 No Comment

Briceno Admin Announces CEO Shuffle

Love News has confirmed a minor shuffle of some three Chief Executive Officers in the

January 8, 2024 No Comment

BSI and BSCFA still have don’t have an agreement

The number of farmers protesting has dwindled in the north, but despite that dip in

January 8, 2024 No Comment

Bridge Dilemma in San Pedro, Columbia Village Raises Questions About

As policy for the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and housing, they are not allowed to

January 8, 2024 No Comment

People’s Constitution Commission Continues Nationwide Campaign for Constitutional Reform

The People’s Constitution Commission (PCC) continues to engage Belizeans countrywide on their constitutional rights and

January 5, 2024 No Comment

Sugarcane Deal in Limbo: Delay Caused by Typo Sparks Concern

It was some 24 hours ago that the sugarcane farmers were in a celebratory mood

January 5, 2024 No Comment

PM Briceno’s Swift Intervention Resolves Belize Sugar Impasse: Two-Year Deal

This brokered 2-year deal comes after six days of flaring tensions, two roadblocks, and strenuous

January 5, 2024 No Comment

Sugarcane Protests: A Calm Week Amidst Historical Tensions, Police Commissioner

The recent protests and clamor among the sugarcane farmers this past week is nothing new

January 5, 2024 No Comment

Belize City Council Faces Backlash Over Street Signs Credit

New York businessman, Samuel Vaughn says the Belize City Council is taking the credit for

January 5, 2024 No Comment

Belize City Streets in Disrepair: Administrator Prioritizes Repairs After Heavy

And while the council was able to counter those allegations by Vaughan, the City Administrator

January 5, 2024 No Comment

New Leadership for Belize Police Association: Sergeant Shawn Moore Elected

The rank and file of the Belize Police Department has elected new members to its

January 3, 2024 No Comment

Prime Minister Briceno Cuts Vatican Trip Short Amid Sugar Industry

Prime Minister John Briceno is back home after canceling his trip to the Vatican City.

January 3, 2024 No Comment

PUP Chairman Usher Discusses Sugar Woes, Raises Possibility of Government

Speaking on the sugar issue this morning on The Whip Talks Show was PUP Chairman,

January 3, 2024 No Comment

Opposition Leader Barrow Blames Government for Sugar Industry Turmoil

Leader of the Opposition, Moses Shyne Barrow, has attributed the chaos in the sugar industry

January 3, 2024 No Comment

Social Security Board Union Members on Go-Slow Over Transfer Policies

The union members attached to the Social Security Board (SSB) are now on a go-slow.

January 3, 2024 No Comment

Belize Secures Over BZ$3 Million in Grant Funding for Climate

The Government of Belize has received substantial grant funding of BZ$3,157,028 dedicated to advancing critical

January 3, 2024 No Comment

Minister Usher Reflects on the Passing of Bishop Lawrence Nicasio

Minister of Religious Affairs, Henry Charles Usher, has reflected on the career of the late

January 3, 2024 No Comment

Ambassador Lynn Young Commends Eamon Courtenay, Welcomes Francis Fonseca in

Ambassador Lynn Young has expressed appreciation for the works rendered by former Minister of Foreign

January 2, 2024 No Comment

Prime Minister John Briceno to Meet Pope Francis on Personal

Prime Minister John Briceno is out of the country on personal leave. Indications from the

January 2, 2024 No Comment

PM Briceno Highlights Healthcare Advancements and National Health Insurance Expansion

Durіng the Рrіmе Міnіѕtеr’s New Year Message, John Вrісеnо hіghlіghtеd thе ѕіgnіfісаnt аdvаnсеmеntѕ mаdе іn

December 29, 2023 No Comment

Two Weeks Left to Register: Elections and Boundaries Department Reminds

The Elections and Boundaries Department says Belizeans have two more weeks to register for the

December 29, 2023 No Comment

Government’s Free Education Project in Belize City Linked to Decrease

The Commissioner of Police, Chester Williams, believes that the government’s free education project in Belize

December 28, 2023 No Comment

Health Ministry Secures New CT Scan for KHMH

The Ministry of Health and Wellness is finalizing the procurement of a new CT scan

December 28, 2023 No Comment

“Blue Wave” in Municipal Elections? Minister Kevin Bernard Confident in

Orange Walk East Area Representative Minister Kevin Bernard says he’s predicting another blue wave for

December 27, 2023 No Comment

BSI says it’s tired of political interference in negotiations

While the BSCFA is hoping GOB can intervene, the mill says it is tired of

December 27, 2023 No Comment

Opposition Leader Urges Independent Mediator Amidst Sugar Industry Crisis and

And, talking about politics and sugar, the Leader of the Opposition, Moses Shyne Barrow issued

December 27, 2023 No Comment

Controversial Church/State Agreement Signed Amid Constitution Reform Concerns

Just before the Christmas weekend, we told you of the Church/State Agreement that was signed,

December 27, 2023 No Comment

Government Explores Code of Conduct for Elected Leaders After Sexual

The Government of Belize is exploring the implementation of a formal code of conduct for

December 23, 2023 No Comment

Government and Churches sign agreement to bolster relationship

The government and the churches have signed an agreement to bolster the state’s relationship with

December 22, 2023 No Comment

Minister Courtenay’s Departure: PUP Chairman Addresses Impact on Belize’s International

Will Minister Eamon Courtenay’s departure affect Belize’s image on the international stage? PUP Chairman Henry

December 22, 2023 No Comment

Government Defends Port of Belize Acquisition Amid Criticisms

Minister of the Public Service and Constitutional and Political Reform Henry Charles Usher says the

December 22, 2023 No Comment

PUP Chairman Affirms Government’s Positive Impact on Belizean Living Conditions

The government has been able to improve the living conditions for Belizeans despite facing several

December 20, 2023 No Comment

Big Creek Port Owners Upset Over GOB Acquisition, Stann Creek

Stann Creek West Area Representative Rodwell Ferguson says he believes the owners of the Big

December 19, 2023 No Comment

Foreign Affairs Minister Eamon Courtenay Confirms Departure; Succession Plan Unveiled

Our reports in last night’s news of Minister Eamon Courtenay’s departure was confirmed today by

December 19, 2023 No Comment

Belize’s New High Commissioner to Guyana Presents Credentials, Praises Strong

Belizean diplomat, Gale Miller-Garnett presented her credentials today to Guyana’s President, Dr Irfaan Ali. President

December 19, 2023 No Comment

Big Creek Group Expresses Discontent Over GOB’s Acquisition of Port

The Big Creek Group of Companies is up in arms over GOB’s acquisition of the

December 19, 2023 No Comment

PUP Unveils Mayoral Candidate for Belmopan

The son of the late and former Government Minister, Agripino Cawich, is the PUP Mayoral

December 19, 2023 No Comment

Ministry of Infrastructure Hands Over New Homes for the Holidays

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing has made the holiday season a lot more

December 18, 2023 No Comment

Senator Eamon Courtenay Reportedly Set to Depart from Foreign Trade,

Latest information reaching our newsroom is that Senator Eamon Courtenay will be demitting office at

December 15, 2023 No Comment

Guatemala’s President-Elect, Bernardo Arevalo, and Belize PM Briceño Meet to

Today, Guatemala’s President-Elect, Bernardo Arevalo, paid Prime Minister John Briceño a courtesy visit. The Central

December 15, 2023 No Comment

Government Approves Funds for Annual Christmas Cheer Program Across Constituencies

In the spirit of Christmas, the Government of Belize has approved a disbursement of funds

December 15, 2023 No Comment

PUP Stalwart Bill Lindo Criticizes Party in Online Article, PM

Criticism of a political party in government is a part of politics, and on rare

December 14, 2023 No Comment

Prime Minister Briceno Commends Belize Coast Guard at Christmas Luncheon

Prime Minister John Briceno was the guest speaker today at a Christmas luncheon for the

December 14, 2023 No Comment

Guatemala’s Application to ICJ: PM Briceno Anticipated Move in Belize’s

Earlier this week, we told you of Guatemala’s application to the International Court of Justice

December 14, 2023 No Comment

Belize Urges Respect for International Law Amid Venezuela-Guyana Tensions

Another territorial issue that Briceno commented on was the reported high handedness of the Venezuelan

December 13, 2023 No Comment

Sugar Cane Crop Season Delayed Commercial Agreement Dispute

In related news, the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association (BSCFA) met with Prime Minister John

December 13, 2023 No Comment

PM says Government Working to Find Solution to Prevent Bread

From sugar to bread, the government is working to prevent an uptick in the controlled

December 13, 2023 No Comment

Former Port CEO Appointed Interim Head as Government Takes Over

The government has appointed former Chief Executive Officer of the Port of Belize Arturo Vasquez

December 13, 2023 No Comment

PM Briceno Responds to Stevedores’ Demands: Christian Workers Union Seeks

And PM Briceno also responded to the Christian Workers Union’s demand for a 4.9-million-dollar redundancy

December 13, 2023 No Comment

Joint Public Accounts Committee Alerts Government: Public Ministries Face Over

There are over forty instances of theft or pilfering that have been reported within the

December 13, 2023 No Comment

PM Briceno Addresses Accusations of Racism: Belmopan Mayor Alleges Discrimination

Prime Minister John Briceno has responded to Belmopan Mayor Sharon Palacio calling him racist. Last

December 12, 2023 No Comment

Opposition Leader joins CWU in taking issue with lack of

The Christian Workers Union is not the only entity concerned about the government’s interim board

December 12, 2023 No Comment

Compensation Delay for Stevedores: Opposition Leader Urges Action After Essential

The Leader of the Opposition also took issue with the fact that stevedores have still

December 12, 2023 No Comment

Opposition Leader Criticizes Government Over Teacher Salary Announcement

Leader of the Opposition Moses Shyne Barrow is calling out the Government of Belize (GOB)

December 12, 2023 No Comment

New Political Movement Emerges: “Belize Justice Movement” Launches Ahead of

In other political news: there is a new political movement in town that is going

December 12, 2023 No Comment

Guatemala Seeks Involvement in Belize-Honduras Dispute Over Sapodilla Cayes

Guatemala has applied to the International Court of Justice to be an interested party in

December 12, 2023 No Comment

Opposition Leader Supports Guyana in Ongoing Territorial Dispute with Venezuela

Barrow also weighed in on the ongoing territorial issue with Venezuela and Guyana, reiterating support

December 11, 2023 No Comment

Guatemala Requests ICJ Intervention in Belize-Honduras Dispute Over Sapodilla Cayes

Guatemala is asking the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to approve an intervention in the

December 11, 2023 No Comment

Christian Workers Union Seeks $4.9 Million Redundancy Package from GOB

The Christian Workers Union says it welcomes the Port of Belize’s nationalization but wants a

December 11, 2023 No Comment

Ministry of Transport Scrambles to Replace Bus Runs After Floralia’s

The Ministry of Transport is scrambling to replace the bus runs that were affected by

December 11, 2023 No Comment

Senate Debates $86.9 Million Appropriations Bill for Public Sector Expenditure

The Senate convened today in Belmopan where they debated several Bills brought from last week’s

December 11, 2023 No Comment

Belize and El Salvador Launch Negotiations for Partial Scope Agreement

Belize and El Salvador are working to increase trade relations with the establishment of a

December 11, 2023 No Comment

Belize Government Warns Economic Citizenship Holders Without Visits: No Renewals

The Government of Belize has issued a warning to those in possession of Belizean nationality

December 11, 2023 No Comment

Senate Approves Port Acquisition & Settlement Deeds Bill 2023 for

Another major topic of discussion in today’s Senate meeting was the Port Acquisition & Settlement

December 8, 2023 No Comment

Belize Stands with Guyana: Government Expresses Concern Over Venezuela’s Annexation

The Government of Belize is standing in solidarity with the people of Guyana amidst threats

December 8, 2023 No Comment

Leader of the Opposition weighs in on bread price hike

The Ministry of Agriculture and the Baker’s Association continue to dialogue over the controlled price

December 8, 2023 No Comment

Guatemala’s Election Controversy: Prosecutors Threaten to Annul President-elect Arevalo’s Victory

Guatemala’s Prosecutors have threatened to annul the victory of President-elect Arevalo in today’s general elections.

December 8, 2023 No Comment

Economic Citizenship Bill Abolished: Belize Government Takes Steps to Close

The Briceno Administration has moved to abolish the Economic Citizenship Bill. Yesterday, legislation that seeks

December 8, 2023 No Comment

Sign Language Interpreters Introduced in Belize’s House of Representatives

Another milestone observed in yesterday’s house meeting was the introduction of sign language interpreters. The

December 7, 2023 No Comment

Government Secures Nationalization of Port of Belize in Landmark Deal

Government has brokered a deal with the owners of the Port of Belize Limited to

December 7, 2023 No Comment

Government Strikes Deal to Acquire Port of Belize at Reportedly

As we noted, the government is reportedly acquiring the Port of Belize at a massive

December 7, 2023 No Comment

Government Commits to Full Funding of Salaries and Allowances for

Grant-aided schools across the country will see the government paying full salaries, allowances and pension

December 7, 2023 No Comment

National Assembly to Temporarily Relocate for Refurbishment

The National Assembly is looking to temporarily relocate come next year. As we reported this

December 7, 2023 No Comment

Opposition Confident Amid Senate Inquiry into Controversial Portico Enterprises Agreement

With more news out of the National Assembly in Belmopan, the opposition is confident that

December 7, 2023 No Comment

Opposition Leader calls PM Briceno “most mentally bankrupt” Prime Minister

Leader of the Opposition Moses “Shyne” Barrow says Prime Minister John Briceno has lost his

December 7, 2023 No Comment

Maya Land Tenure Progress Report: Minister Introduces Draft Policy in

Minister of Indigenous Affairs, Dolores Balderamos Garcia, rose in the House of Representatives this morning

December 7, 2023 No Comment

CDU Urges CARICOM Action Against Maduro’s Threats to Guyana’s Sovereignty

The Caribbean Democrat Union (CDU) expresses deep concern over the current situation with its CARICOM

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