Jeremy “Jerry” Enriquez is not a politician, nor does he hold public office, yet his efforts have shown the powerful role ordinary citizens can play in defending democracy. In 2025, Enriquez challenged the government in court, arguing that the failure to redistrict electoral boundaries was unconstitutional. Working alongside distinguished Caribbean attorney Senior Counsel Anand Ramlogan,...
Senior leadership within the Belize Police Department was on the ground in the south as the Minister of Police, Honorable Oscar Mira, alongside the Commissioner of Police, Dr. Anthony Rosado, paid an official visit to the Punta Gorda Police Station. The visit focused on engaging with officers, assessing operational matters, and reaffirming the government’s commitment...
BTL is reportedly in the process of acquiring several smaller internet and cable providers, a move that could leave much of the country served by a single dominant provider. While details of the transaction have not been publicly disclosed, the lack of clear information has raised concerns about transparency and oversight. For communities in Toledo,...
COVID-19 brought many challenges when the world shut down. One of the biggest impacts was on small businesses, many of which had to find new ways to survive. Naledo Belize, one of the largest exporters in the Toledo District, was hit hard by the COVID pandemic and, more recently, by increased tariffs. Despite these challenges,...
Hard-working volunteers rolled up their sleeves to do a beach clean-up. Taking on the difficult task of cleaning up piles of discarded glass and debris. While the effort brought visible change, it also came with a heavy reminder; much of the waste left behind is local garbage. Organizers say each cleanup is done with hope...
We celebrate the great achievement of a young man from PG. The Belize Defense Force is promoting one of its dedicated officers, Maxwell Castillo. He has officially attained the rank of Captain. Commissioned in 2019, Captain Castillo’s advancement reflects years of exemplary service, strong leadership, and a commitment to excellence that extends beyond national borders....
The Sapodilla Cayes have recently been making headlines as they remain at the center of an international court case involving Belize, Honduras, and Guatemala. But we bring you some good news from the Sapodilla Cayes. Over the holiday period, the Belize Territorial Volunteers hosted a historic 2-on-2 beach volleyball tournament at the Saps. The tournament...
The Jude Belize Foundation continued its tradition of community outreach by spreading cheer at the Punta Gorda Hospital, during a special handover held one day ahead of the holiday. The donation was facilitated by Ms. Anderson, a teacher from Punta Gorda, along with her daughter, and other students.
A small group of motorcycle owners gathered in Jacinto for a peaceful display, voicing concerns over newly proposed laws affecting motorists. Riders emphasized that their focus was not only on safety, but also on accountability, calling on lawmakers to improve road conditions and strengthen highway patrol presence, rather than relying on licensing courses they believe...
A Belizean youth delegation departed for Taiwan to take part in the 2026 Global Youth Trends Forum. Led by Director of Youth Services Indira Loague, the group includes youth representatives from different communities and is expected to engage with young leaders from around the world on youth policy, innovation, and future cooperation. We extend our...
The fight to end violence against women and girls remains an important issue. in Punta Gorda, efforts to raise awareness and promote prevention continued through a two-day workshop held at the Warsa Drum School. Hosted by the Child Development Foundation, the workshop focused on educating participants and encouraging greater awareness surrounding violence against women and...
Belize has taken a major step toward strengthening the future of sports with the country’s first-ever Sports Summit. Held last week at the Belize Civic Center. Organized around the theme “Building Belize Through Sport: Governance, Youth Development, Health, High Performance and Sports Tourism. Participants discuss the state and future of sports in Belize.
Tensions are heating up in the village of Corazón at Corazón Technical High School. Several parents are upset that their children have not advanced to Fourth Form, reportedly because one teacher claimed that nearly half the class failed English. Typically, when so many students fail, summer classes are offered to help them improve; however, some...
The Ministry of Rural Transformation has announced the winners of the Village Councils of the Year Award 2026. Representing Toledo District, Bella Vista Village Council has been selected as the district’s Village Council of the Year. The recognition comes at a time when Bella Vista is also set to benefit from a major development project. A new market building planned...
After three years of service to the St. Peter Claver Catholic Church and the community of Punta Gorda, Father Eric Serrano is being bid farewell as his time of service comes to an end. A special mass was held in his honor. The farewell was filled with heartfelt moments as parishioners expressed their gratitude through gifts, songs, and...
