On Tuesday night, the Belize tourism industry association (BTIA) Punta Gorda chapter held a consultation at the new welcome center in Punta Gorda. The meeting was attended by national BTIA chairman, Mr. Efrain Paris, and focused on strategies to further develop tourism in the toledo district. During the consultation, several concerns were raised by stakeholders....
The National Trade Union Congress of Belize is raising strong objections to the proposed acquisition of Speednet by Belize Telemedia Limited, warning that the deal, if allowed to proceed, could threaten jobs, competition, and freedom of expression. The NTUCB says the process is deeply flawed, lacks transparency, and may violate the Telecommunications Act, prompting the...
The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry is calling for an immediate halt to any board action by Belize Telemedia Limited on the proposed acquisition of Speednet, insisting that meaningful consultation must take place first. In a statement issued Monday, January 26th, the BCCI urged the Government of Belize, as BTL’s controlling shareholder, to intervene,...
An effort to protect Belize’s coastline and promote marine awareness took place this past weekend, as the Hopeville and Cattle Landing Fisherfolk Group hosted a coastal clean-up under its Deep Water Assistance Project. The initiative aims to bring community members together to reduce plastic waste and safeguard the marine environment for future generations. Support for...
The tourism season is officially underway, and across the country tourism activity is on the rise, according to the Belize Tourism Board. However, here in Punta Gorda, a different picture is emerging. Despite the increase in visitor arrivals, two major restaurants in Punta Gorda have recently closed their doors, raising concerns and questions among residents....
San Jose is one of the most remote villages in the country and is home to hundreds of students who rely on internet access for education services. For more than five years, residents of San Jose Village have been promised reliable internet service. After years of waiting, a telecommunications tower has now been installed. However,...
The public is invited to come out and celebrate agriculture and creativity at an Agricultural Fair scheduled for February 14th at the Agriculture Office in Eldridgeville. The fair promises a full day of activities for the entire family.
As the dry season approaches, concerns are growing over the increased risk of bush and wildfires across the country. With preparation and fire safety now more important than ever, T.I.D.E. One of the leading organizations in fire management had their Terrestrial Manager, Mario Muschamp, share little bit to public about how to take precautions and...
The sugar cane season has recently opened following a challenging year for the industry in northern Belize, where disease significantly affected crop yields. In response to these setbacks, the government provided assistance to cane farmers in the north, and the industry now appears to be gradually recovering. However, a major concern for consumers is the...
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,...
A community partnership is helping bring new life to the entrance of Forest Home as the village council teams up with Naledo Belize to restore the village sign with a fresh coat of paint. This sign creates a welcoming first impression for residents and visitors approaching or passing through forest home village.
Last week, major concern was raised across the country following the detection of a case of measles in the Toledo District. In response, health authorities swiftly activated emergency measures to contain the potential spread of the disease. We can confirm that additional suspected cases have been reported. Among them is a student from Toledo Community...
The National Garifuna Council Punta Gorda Branch held its election yesterday at the Garifuna Cultural Center in Punta Gorda. Following welcome remarks by outgoing President Mr. James Lino, and the presentation of the Treasurer’s Report by the outgoing treasurer, nominations were made and votes were cast. The results are as follows: President: Therese Aleman Vice...
A few weeks ago, there was an alleged kidnapping involving the alcalde of Indian Creek Village. The incident has raised several concerns, as shortly after the alcalde went missing, his supporters reportedly attacked the home of the village chairman. In recent months, tensions have been escalating between alcaldes and village chairpersons in several Maya communities....
On Friday April 24th, the University of Belize Toledo Campus was filled with students from the Belmopan Campus. The debate club from Punta Gorda challenged their colleagues from Belmopan on the topic: should UB ban student use of generative AI? The debate was highly interactive, with both sides presenting compelling arguments. In the end, the affirmative...
