The International Day of Yoga was observed and celebrated last week, under the theme “Yoga for the Empowerment of Women.” Giovanna Foster led a group in practicing yoga to mark the occasion. The practice took place at Thrillz, where they spent the entire morning engaged in yoga.
The rainy season is now upon us, and fire is not a major concern. However, during the fires a few weeks ago, the back villages in the Toledo District including Otoxha suffered severe damage, yet no one heard about it. These villages are so neglected that they lack internet service, preventing the news from spreading….
Beekeeping and honey production hold great potential for future growth, a vision that Ya’axché Conservation Trust is striving to realize by collaborating with the communities around the Maya Golden Landscape. On Friday, June 14th, Ya’axché distributed beekeeping equipment to local farmers engaged in beekeeping. The goal is to help these farmers increase their honey production,…
Following the conclusion of the PUP convention, can we expect progress to begin on repairing the deteriorating wooden bridge in the Indianville area of Punta Gorda Town? This bridge, located on Cohune Palm Street, is currently impassable for motor vehicles and serves as a vital access point to St. Benedict RC School and the Indianville…
Humana People to People, a non-governmental organization, aims to improve services and support communities in their development. Last week, Humana People to People Belize signed a Memorandums of Understanding with the Department of Youth Services and the Ministry of Agriculture. This event marks a significant collaborative effort under the ‘Preparing Local CSOs to Improve Their…
As the fire continues to rage in Toledo, Ya’axché Conservation Trust is working diligently with numerous farmers and women groups to recover and even expand their businesses. Last Friday, May 31st, Ya’axché donated equipment and materials, such as blenders and kitchen sinks, to five women groups they have been collaborating with in the buffer zone…
The police mandate extends beyond security and detaining citizens; it also includes providing support and assistance to the needy. Last week, the Punta Gorda Community Policing Unit assisted Thomas Mangar in cleaning his house and yard in Cattle Landing Village. After the cleaning, the police gave him a hamper. Mr. Mangar lives alone and is…
The construction of the Joe Taylor Bridge continues to progress as the barge has finally arrived and is in the process of being installed. According to the contractor’s timeline, this installation will take 15 days, from May 30th to June 15th. Thereafter, the dismantling of the bridge will commence on June 15th and is expected…
Yesterday, May 29th, the James Arthur Albert Foundation made another historic move by inaugurating a state-of-the-art, three-story tourism building at Toledo Community College. The building is fully equipped to facilitate training for students interested in pursuing careers in the tourism industry. This tourism building represents another achievement of the Foundation’s mission and vision to provide…
The Ministry of Agriculture, with backing from the Inter-American Development Bank, is initiating a project to aid 1,500 farmers nationwide. In Toledo, 250 farmers will be chosen to receive support to enhance agricultural production. On May 27th, Agriculture Department representatives visited Eldridge Village to brief farmers on the project and application procedures. However, farmers expressed…
