SATIIM hosted a multi-panel conference at Spice Farm in Golden Stream to discuss Free, Prior, and Informed Consent, commonly known as FPIC. The conference focused on community perspectives and the practical implementation of FPIC, as well as its place within pending legislation, planning, and policy development. Remarks were made by the Governor General, representatives of...
Sunday October 25th, the Belize Tourism industry Association’s Punta Gorda branch hosted four journalists from Europe at the Punta Gorda Welcome Center. The visit is to give the journalists an opportunity to learn more about the Toledo District, particularly its rich natural resources, cultural heritage, and tourism potential. The engagement also provided an opportunity to...
Sunday October 25th, was a special day for the University of Belize as the institution held its annual commencement ceremony. Celebrating the achievements of 97 graduates. Her Excellency Miss Camila Palma was the guest speaker of this year’s graduation. The graduates were also addressed by the President of the University of Belize, Dr. Vincent Palacio....
The Toledo First Movement is requesting an urgent meeting with Tropic Air management to discuss the possible discontinuation of the airline’s service to Punta Gorda. In a letter dated October 24, the advocacy organization proposed a subsidy arrangement to help maintain the route and ensure continued air connectivity for residents of the Toledo District. The...
October 21st would have been the birthday of the late Queen of Brukdown, Leela Vernon. Prior to her passing, Wil Maheia and PGTV had been celebrating her birthday with a party and celebration. Wednesday night, at Waluco’s Bar and Grill, we gathered with her brother and son and once again celebrated her legacy.
Last week, we reported to you that several, up to eight, Guatemalan boats were spotted inside Belizean waters engaged in illegal fishing. The Punta Gorda Fisheries Department evidently took our report seriously and, on Thursday, conducted patrols in the Sarstoon Temash area. They found four gill nets that had been illegally set. The gill nets...
On Friday October 16th Students, teachers, and community supporters gathered at Central park for a Breast Cancer Awareness School Rally organized by the Belize cancer society Toledo branch. The aim is to promote early detection and raising awareness about breast cancer. Participants dressed in pink, displaying awareness posters, and waving flags in a show of...
Last week, we reported to you that several, up to eight, Guatemalan boats were spotted inside Belizean waters engaged in illegal fishing. The Punta Gorda Fisheries Department evidently took our report seriously and, on Thursday, conducted patrols in the Sarstoon Temash area. They found four gill nets that had been illegally set. The gill nets...
With less than two weeks remaining before Tropic Air ceases operations in Punta Gorda, residents gathered at the airline’s local office today to send a clear message to the government: Punta Gorda need air connectivity and cannot simply be cut off. The demonstration comes as the community prepares for the loss of Tropic Air flights,...
Exactly one month after the Guatemalan armed forces violated Belize’s sovereignty, they did so again on Saturday October 10th, when the Belize Territorial Volunteers made an unannounced trip to the Sarstoon River. The trip discovered that the Guatemalan armed forces continue to occupy the river, but more than that, the trip also found that up...
For months now, PGTV and the PNP have been advocating for repairs to the pier in the village of Barranco. The pier has been in disrepair for over a year, and residents continue to ask and call for repairs to be done to the wharf. This past weekend, the PNP leader accompanied CEO Valentino Shal...
As we approach the 19th of November celebrations, Garifuna Settlement Day, NGC Peini Branch, together with the Belize Tourism Industry Association, PG Branch, is hosting a series of Garifuna activities leading up to the big day. On Sunday night, residents gathered at Hopeville Park and Joe Cayetano Park for live drumming, celebrating the rich culture,...
It has been over a decade now that the Guatemalan armed forces have continued to violate Belize’s sovereignty. On Saturday, the Guatemalan armed forces escalated their aggression and rammed into a Belize Defence Force boat on the Sarstoon. The Guatemalan armed forces clearly violated Belize’s sovereignty once again, and this time they were more aggressive...
The Belize Coast Guard and Rangers from TIDE have removed three illegal gillnets during a joint maritime enforcement patrol near Corona Reef. The operation was conducted on November 6th along Belize’s southern maritime border with Guatemala. The gillnets, which are prohibited fishing gear in Belizean waters, were located and removed during the patrol. During the...
Jahida Ramirez is a talented young author from Punta Gorda Town. On Monday morning, at the Welcome Center, she officially launched her new book, dedicated to the youth of Punta Gorda, Belize, and the world. A proud achievement for this young Belizean, using her creativity and passion to inspire the next generation. Congratulations, Jahida, and...
