October is recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Around the globe and across the country, many health organizations are working to educate the public and support those battling cancer. Cancer has a serious impact on lives, and treatment costs are high. To raise awareness, the Ministry of Health in Punta Gorda, in collaboration with the...
In observance of I, the Belize Fund for a Sustainable Future (BFSF) invited all environmental groups in Belize to participate in the International Coastal Cleanup competition. On October 2nd, BFSF announced the winners, having received only four video submissions highlighting the importance of keeping the coastline clean and protecting marine life. Out of the four...
October is widely recognized as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time dedicated to supporting women who are battling the disease. This month is critical in bringing people together, fostering a sense of community, and ensuring that those affected by breast cancer know they are not alone. It aims to inspire survivors, patients, and their loved...
Rabies is a viral disease that affects the central nervous system and can spread when an infected animal bites a person. It can also be transmitted when the saliva of an infected animal enters an open wound or comes into contact with the eyes, nose, or mouth. If you are unaware of the signs and...
Just before the 2020 elections, the UDP was exploring the district for a suitable site for a new hospital. Five years later, there’s still no hospital, and with elections approaching again, another team is promising to build one in Toledo. Yesterday, PGTV accompanied CABEI, (Central American Bank for Economic Integration) and government officials on a...
The Belize Fisheries Department hereby informs fishers that the open season for queen conch and stone crab fishing will run from October 1st to June 30th, 2025. Fishers are advised to follow all regulations set forth by the Fisheries Department when in possession of these species. Additionally, the Fisheries Department informs fishers that if the...
Access to proper healthcare and complementary services for diagnosing and treating diseases is crucial. However, in Punta Gorda Town, medical services outside of what the hospital provides have been limited. That is about to change.
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.
Naledo Belize, a social enterprise renowned for its turmeric paste product and international exports, is advancing its business further. Naledo Belize is proud to introduce a new iced tea flavor made from local ingredients.
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...
Deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Santos Akal, who tragically lost his life in an accident believed to have been caused by a broken bridge in the Indianville area. Reports indicate that Mr. Akal fell from his bicycle while attempting to cross the deteriorated structure. Over the years, PGTV has repeatedly highlighted the urgent...
