Toledo Private Landownwers Meet Again Over Communal Land Concerns

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Toledo Private Landownwers Meet Again Over Communal Land Concerns

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August 5, 2025

Nearly three weeks ago, several private landowners met with the Minister of Indigenous Affairs and CEO, Chester Williams, to discuss land tenure issues and explore ways to co-exist respectfully with the Maya communities advocating for communal land rights. On Saturday August 2nd, 2025, the group reconvened, this time without any government officials at the Toledo Bible College campus. Only their legal counsel was present.

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Yemeri Grove Villagers Frustrated Over Ongoing Land Dispute

PGTVOctober 22, 2025

A few weeks ago, PGTV was called out to Yemeri Grove Village to highlight concerns over land being surveyed in the community. Following that report, the village chairman told us that the Minister of Natural Resources reached out to them. However, Saturday October 18th, we were called back to the village, where residents say they...

Southern Highway Marking Works Begin

PGTVOctober 22, 2025

A couple of months ago, during the opening of the Mike Espat Bridge, engineer from the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing stated on record that the Southern Highway would soon be painted. Not long after, the Toledo East Area Representative also mentioned that the highway would be both painted and lighted. Well, we are...

Over 100 Graduate from UB Toledo Campus

PGTVOctober 21, 2025

Sunday, October 21st, more than 100 students graduated from the University of Belize Toledo Campus. The guest speaker for the ceremony was the Honorable Osmond Martinez, who delivered words of encouragement and inspiration to the graduates. The event featured live music from a steel band as the students proudly marched in, marking a joyful and...

St. Peter Claver Primary Celebrates Cultural Day

PGTVOctober 21, 2025

On Friday October 17th, St. Peter Claver Primary School held its annual Cultural Day, a special event where students proudly showcased the many cultures that make up their school. Toledo is known as the most culturally diverse district in Belize, and that diversity was clearly on display through the music, traditional clothing, and delicious food presented...

Community’s Compassion Gives Wounded Dog New Hope

PGTVOctober 17, 2025

We brought you a heartbreaking story about a dog that was chopped and left to suffer on the streets. We’re happy to share some good news. Thanks to the quick action and compassion of one good citizen, Devine Lopez, the dog was rescued by Ms. Jacklyn Burns and received the care he desperately needed. He...

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