The People’s National Party expressed that they are pleased that donations it helped collect have reportedly reached the shoreline in Cuba. The party says this is part of an ongoing humanitarian initiative in support of the Cuban people. The party is continuing to encourage Belizeans to contribute to the relief effort, stating that additional support...
The Forest Department recently hosted a two-day strategic planning workshop in Belmopan. The workshop provided an opportunity to identify emerging threats, evaluate what worked and what did not under the previous plan, and develop a new action plan to guide forest management and conservation efforts moving forward.
A school bus carrying students of Julian Cho Technical High School was involved in an accident on Monday, June 1, just outside Pueblo Viejo Village in the Toledo District. At the time of the incident, approximately 32 students were on board, including students from the Toledo ITVET. Four students were taken to the San Antonio...
The People’s National Party is criticizing plans by the National Bus Company to purchase between 15 and 20 second-hand diesel buses. In a statement issued this week, the PNP said the proposed investment is a step backward for Belize, especially at a time when the country promotes itself as an environmentally friendly destination. The party...
The Forest Home Methodist Church celebrated the 34th anniversary of its current church building. The church itself has a history spanning more than 90 years of service to the community. The anniversary celebration also highlighted two longstanding families of the church. The Williams family and the Ranguy family.
Residents in Cattle Landing Village who received land allocations shortly before and during the recent elections but have since been unable to access their plots due to poor road conditions. Following our initial report, the village chairman stated that a bulldozer would be deployed to clear the road to improve access to the lands. According...
Legal battle against the Attorney General and the Judicial and Legal Services Commission. The case centered around a complaint Enriquez filed against High Court Judge Tawanda Hondora, accusing the judge of bias and misconduct during a court matter in 2025. Enriquez claimed the judge was overheard making prejudicial comments during a lunch break while his...
Efforts to combat illegal fishing activities within Belize’s protected marine areas continue as a recent joint patrol carried out by TIDE and the Belize Coast Guard led to the arrest of three Honduran fishermen inside the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve. The men were reportedly caught conducting illegal fishing activities within Conservation Zone 4 and were...
The Belizean culinary tradition is taking center stage this week as the National Institute of Culture and History, hosts the Belize Food Heritage Project, a three-day workshop aimed at preserving and celebrating the country’s rich food culture. The workshop brings together chefs, cultural practitioners, entrepreneurs, and food enthusiasts to explore traditional recipes, cooking techniques, and...
The Stovall Foundation, in partnership with Toledo Faith Outreach, brought excitement and mentorship to the village of Jacinto as they hosted their annual sports camp for youths in the community. Former Atlanta Braves pitcher Tyler Stovall, along with his team, journeyed to Punta Gorda Town for the fourth consecutive year to lead the program, which...
Summer is here, and it’s time for summer camps. One of the most unique camps is taking place at the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve. Participants are helping monitor sea turtles and collect data on the endangered hawksbill turtle during its nesting season. The camp has been organized by PNP and PGTV for many years.
The lionfish has been in Belize for quite a few years now. It is an invasive species that poses a serious threat to the marine environment. One organization, known as FINS, which stands for Fighting Invasive and Non-Native Species, is taking action to reduce the lionfish population. The organization has a team that is not only removing this invasive species but also using it as a way to generate income.
It has been a debate that has been ongoing for years, but when the Port Honduras Marine Reserve was first established, no fish traps were allowed inside the marine reserve. Some years later, someone discovered a glitch in the Statutory Instrument that was signed, and suddenly fish traps began to appear inside the reserve. Some...
BYRISE’s 3rd Annual Summer Camp came to a close on Friday July 24th. At the conclusion of the camp, certificates were presented to the young participants. For the first time, the camp also concluded with an exhibition baseball game, giving some of the children the opportunity to play in their very first baseball game.
On Friday July 24th, residents gathered to welcome and celebrate Belize’s men’s national volleyball team, following their gold-medal victory at the III AFECAVOL Men’s Final Four. The motorcade travelled through several streets in Punta Gorda before ending at Central Park. The celebration also recognized the achievement of a member of the national team who proudly...
