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Tue, 19 May 2026 06:21:38 +0000

Confrontation in Santa Elena: Joel Sierra dead after altercation

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:34:08 +0000

By Aaron Humes: Police are investigating a deadly incident that occurred in the Hillview area of Santa Elena on May 16. The San Ignacio police responded to urgent reports of gunfire, only to arrive at a chaotic scene that would end in tragedy. According to police reports, officers found a man identified as Joel Sierra […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/confrontation-in-santa-elena-joel-sierra-dead-after-altercation/">Confrontation in Santa Elena: Joel Sierra dead after altercation</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Three San Jose villagers charged after crack cocaine seizure

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:14:05 +0000

By Aaron Humes: Three people have been arrested and charged after police found crack cocaine during a search in San Jose village, Orange Walk District. Those charged are 41-year-old Arturo Oh, 39-year-old Ileana Angeles, and 29-year-old Gilda Guardado, all of San Jose village. Police said they conducted a search at a house in the village […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/three-san-jose-villagers-charged-after-crack-cocaine-seizure/">Three San Jose villagers charged after crack cocaine seizure</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Government to scale back on international travel due to cutbacks

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:04:17 +0000

Government Minister Kareem Musa says the Briceño administration is continuing to tighten spending as part of broader austerity measures, with cuts now expected to impact ministerial travel and official engagements. Musa’s comments come less than a month after Government announced a one-year halt on transfers within the public service, a move the Public Service Union […]

Several cane farmers explore diversification into livestock production

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:03:22 +0000

While Government is moving to reduce public spending through austerity measures, some sugar cane farmers in northern Belize may also be preparing to make difficult financial adjustments of their own. Concerns over the long-term viability of the sugar industry are now prompting discussions among farmers about diversifying into other agricultural sectors, including livestock production.  Former […]

Teacher Remanded on Rape and Sexual Assault Charges

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:01:57 +0000

Elias Tzib of Bullet Tree Village, Cayo District, was remanded to the Belize Central Prison this morning. The 41-year-old teacher was arraigned in court for four counts of sexual assault and two counts of rape. The charges came after a 12-year-old student reported to police, in the presence of her mother, that Tzib had engaged […]

Calls Grow for Belize to Implement Sex Offenders Registry

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:01:39 +0000

Almost one year after government announced plans for the full rollout of Belize’s long-awaited National Sex Offenders Registry, during a May 2025 House Meeting, the system is yet to be realized or formally implemented.  As a matter of fact, different administrations have been toying with the idea of a sex offenders registry since November 2018 […]

Father Killed, Son Loses Leg in Southern Belize Hit-and-Run

Tue, 19 May 2026 03:00:49 +0000

An elderly man is dead, his teenage son’s leg was amputated, and the driver responsible is yet to be identified following a hit-and-run traffic incident in southern Belize. Police say the fatal incident occurred on Friday night along the Thomas Vincent Ramos Highway in the Stann Creek District.  According to investigators, shortly before eight o’clock, […]

Belmopan Shootout Suspects Remanded on Firearm Charges

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:59:44 +0000

Two men who were detained following last Thursday’s police shootout in Belmopan have now been formally charged and remanded to prison on firearm and ammunition offenses. Twenty-year-old Culzac Vaughn and twenty-three-year-old Camron Adolphus were arraigned in court after police linked them to a firearm and several rounds of ammunition allegedly recovered during the joint police […]

Immigration Minister determined to pursue criminal charges in embezzlement investigation

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:58:43 +0000

Minister of Immigration, Kareem Musa, says he is determined to see criminal charges brought against the cashier at the center of the ongoing Immigration Department embezzlement investigation involving reversed receipts at the Belize City office. Musa says the government is taking the matter extremely seriously as investigators continue examining what may amount to hundreds of […]

Missing Nationality Certificates Spark Immigration Investigation

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:57:05 +0000

Meanwhile, Minister of Immigration, Kareem Musa, is also addressing concerns surrounding two missing nationality certificates discovered at the department’s Belmopan office. The matter surfaced last week after the Ministry confirmed that internal reviews had identified discrepancies involving the official documents, prompting preparations for a formal police investigation.  According to the Ministry, investigators have not yet […]

Minister of Transportation Says Bus Ticketing Reform Needed to Stop Revenue Losses

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:55:53 +0000

Minister of Transportation Dr. Louis Zabaneh says one of the most urgent reforms needed within Belize’s public transportation sector is the implementation of a proper ticketing system for the National Bus Company. According to the minister, the long-standing practice of commuters paying fares without receiving tickets continues to create major revenue leakages across the industry […]

Belize Launches Consultations on First Migration Policy

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:54:42 +0000

The Ministry of Immigration, Governance and Labour has officially launched a series of national stakeholder consultations as part of efforts to develop Belize’s first-ever National Migration and Development Policy. The consultations, being carried out in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme, UNDP, and the International Organization for Migration, IOM, bring together representatives from government, […]

Belizean Teachers Return From Finland Study Visit

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:52:23 +0000

A delegation of Belizean primary school educators has returned from Finland after completing a two-week professional study visit aimed at strengthening accelerated learning and foundational teaching skills within Belize’s education system.  The initiative forms part of a broader partnership between the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology and Finland’s Häme University of Applied Sciences, […]

Belize Celebrates Women in Maritime at SHE@SEA Summit

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:52:03 +0000

Today, Belize joined countries around the world in observing the International Day for Women in Maritime, a global initiative recognizing the achievements and growing contributions of women within the maritime industry. Locally, the occasion was marked with the SHE@SEA Summit hosted jointly by the Women in Maritime Association Caribbean, WIMAC Belize Chapter, and the Belize […]

O.W. East Area Rep. Jose Mai Continues Recovery After Knee Surgery

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:51:04 +0000

Orange Walk East Area Representative, Abelardo Mai, returned for a medical checkup in Guatemala this past weekend.  According to Mai, he still has approximately two more months of physical therapy remaining as he continues working toward a full recovery following recent knee surgery. The former cabinet minister, who has been largely absent from frontline political […]

Tenant Remanded After Gun Found Inside Rented Apartment

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:49:50 +0000

A Belize City tenant has now joined his landlord behind bars after police discovered a firearm and ammunition inside the apartment he was renting on Electric Avenue earlier this month. 33-year-old Andre Devon Garnett was arraigned today in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court on charges of keeping an unlicensed firearm and keeping unlicensed ammunition. The […]

SOE Operation Leads to Firearm and Ammunition Charge

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:45:16 +0000

Police say a weekend State of Emergency operation has led to the arrest and charging of one individual for kept firearm and ammunition without a gun license. The operation formed part of the Belize Police Department’s ongoing enforcement efforts targeting areas currently under the State of Emergency regulations.  According to authorities, officers conducted searches and […]

Orange Walk Drug Trafficking Bust Leads to Multiple Arrests

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:44:23 +0000

Meanwhile, police in the Orange Walk District have arrested and charged a group of individuals in connection with a suspected drug trafficking operation uncovered in one of the district’s villages. The arrests reportedly followed a police operation during which authorities allegedly discovered a quantity of suspected drugs along with other items believed to be connected […]

Sir Colville Young Museum Set to Open in September

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:42:31 +0000

The Sir Colville Norbert Young Museum is inching closer to reality, with officials confirming that the facility is on track to officially open during this year’s September celebrations. The update came during the Belize Scout Foundation’s second directors’ meeting for 2026, held on Saturday at the Sir Colville N. Young Building conference room. During the […]

Southern Belize Groups Receive UNDP Environmental Grants

Tue, 19 May 2026 02:41:53 +0000

Two community-based organizations in southern Belize have secured grant funding under the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme, implemented locally through the United Nations Development Programme, UNDP Belize. The grants were officially awarded during a ceremony held Friday at the Social Security Board conference room in Punta Gorda Town as part of the programme’s Operational […]

Digital-Driven Healthcare Transformation: A New Chapter of Holistic Care in Taiwan

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:41:32 +0000

Dr. Chung-Liang ShihMinister of Health and Welfare Taiwan As the world confronts the challenges of population aging and healthcare workforce shortages, digital transformation in healthcare is no longer optional but essential. Taiwan has introduced the “Healthy Taiwan” vision, placing “driving digital healthcare” at its core. By integrating big data, artificial intelligence (AI), and cloud technologies, the […]

Orvin Williams receives full disclosure in Hattieville double murder case

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:28:17 +0000

By Breaking Belize News Staff: An interdicted police officer accused of a double murder in Hattieville was back in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court on Monday, where he received the remainder of his disclosure. Orvin Justin Williams, 25, a police constable from Hattieville Village, appeared before a Magistrate in Court #3, where he was handed […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/orvin-williams-receives-full-disclosure-in-hattieville-double-murder-case/">Orvin Williams receives full disclosure in Hattieville double murder case</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Benyahti Brandon gets July adjournment in Paul Smith Jr. murder case

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:24:53 +0000

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A La Democracia Village man accused of murder and attempted murder was back in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court on Monday, where his case was adjourned to July 2, 2026. Benyahti Brandon, 27, has been on remand for three months and 13 days after he was charged with the murder […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/benyahti-brandon-gets-july-adjournment-in-paul-smith-jr-murder-case/">Benyahti Brandon gets July adjournment in Paul Smith Jr. murder case</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Alleged mental patient who spent months on remand for allegedly stabbing man who attacked him with stick finally gets bail; Still requires psych-eval even though no Government psychiatrist available

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:18:16 +0000

By Breaking Belize News Staff: After more than seven months on remand, Armon Cain is out on bail after the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions instructed that an attempted murder charge against him be withdrawn. Cain appeared unrepresented before the Chief Magistrate on Monday afternoon, where the attempted murder charge was formally withdrawn. […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/alleged-mental-patient-who-spent-months-on-remand-for-allegedly-stabbing-man-who-attacked-him-with-stick-finally-gets-bail/">Alleged mental patient who spent months on remand for allegedly stabbing man who attacked him with stick finally gets bail; Still requires psych-eval even though no Government psychiatrist available</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Joint Statement on Management and Protection of Marine and Coastal Ecosystems

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:18:06 +0000

We the undersigned, on behalf of our respective organizations, write to formally and forcibly register our profound and collective frustration and disappointment regarding the management and protection of our sensitive marine and coastal ecosystems. Across Belize, citizens are witnessing the daily degradation of mangrove forests, seagrass beds, beaches, fishing flats and coral reefs, resulting in biodiversity loss and to the detriment of the tens of thousands of Belizeans who depend on these ecosystems. And yet repeated requests for meaningful dialogue and transparency regarding proposed developments, even just the status of required permits, are continually ignored. Effective marine and coastal conservation and climate resilience targets cannot be achieved without the active engagement of local leaders, conservationists, scientists, and frontline communities. Sustainable development cannot take place in an environment that is continuously degraded.

Ryan Cole fined $1,500 after taking responsibility for cocaine and marijuana found at family home; Says he didn’t want to leave home every minute for drugs

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:11:09 +0000

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A Belize City man was fined more than $1,500 after taking responsibility for cocaine and marijuana found at a family home on Tibruce Street over the weekend. Ryan Michael Cole, 33, a call center agent of Tibruce Street, appeared before Magistrate Neeshad Mohammed in Court #7 along with five other […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/ryan-cole-fined-1500-after-taking-responsibility-for-cocaine-and-marijuana-found-at-family-home-says-he-didnt-want-to-leave-home-every-minute-for-drugs/">Ryan Cole fined $1,500 after taking responsibility for cocaine and marijuana found at family home; Says he didn’t want to leave home every minute for drugs</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Tenant joins landlord on remand after police find gun and ammunition inside rented apartment

Tue, 19 May 2026 01:00:42 +0000

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A Belize City tenant has joined his landlord on remand after police allegedly found a firearm and 15 live rounds of ammunition inside an apartment he was renting on Electric Avenue. Andre Devon Garnett, 33, a construction worker and maintenance employee of Electric Avenue, appeared unrepresented before Magistrate Neeshad Mohammed […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/tenant-joins-landlord-on-remand-after-police-find-gun-and-ammunition-inside-rented-apartment/">Tenant joins landlord on remand after police find gun and ammunition inside rented apartment</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

PI begins for two men accused in Hattieville double murder

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:56:55 +0000

By Breaking Belize News Staff: Two Hattieville men accused in the double murder of cousins Marvin Cante and Juan Carlos Raymundo remain on remand at the Belize Central Prison after their preliminary inquiry began last week but was adjourned for continuation. Karl Lindbergh Lindo, 21, of Mile 15 on the Hattieville-Boom Road, and Ronald Steadman […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/pi-begins-for-two-men-accused-in-hattieville-double-murder/">PI begins for two men accused in Hattieville double murder</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Police officer Kenroy Allen Jr. charged with murder of Shakeem Ferguson gets July adjournment

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:53:05 +0000

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A police officer charged with the murder of Ladyville resident Shakeem Ferguson made another appearance in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court on Friday morning and was given a new adjournment date. Police Constable Kenroy Rudolph Allen Jr., 24, of the Xunantunich area of Lords Bank Village, Ladyville, has been on […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/police-officer-kenroy-allen-jr-charged-with-murder-of-shakeem-ferguson-gets-july-adjournment/">Police officer Kenroy Allen Jr. charged with murder of Shakeem Ferguson gets July adjournment</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Belize City man remanded after admitting he held up mother with knifepoint and stole $9 day before Mother’s Day

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:48:34 +0000

By Breaking Belize News Staff: A Belize City man is on remand at the Belize Central Prison awaiting sentencing after pleading guilty to assaulting his mother with a knife and stealing $9 from her. Christopher Roger Witzil, 28, an unemployed resident of Hunters Lane, Belize City, appeared unrepresented before a Magistrate in Court #8 last […] The post <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com/2026/05/18/belize-city-man-remanded-after-admitting-he-held-up-mother-with-knifepoint-and-stole-9-day-before-mothers-day/">Belize City man remanded after admitting he held up mother with knifepoint and stole $9 day before Mother’s Day</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.breakingbelizenews.com">Belize News and Opinion on www.breakingbelizenews.com</a>.

Shark Cup Volleyball Tournament concludes with exciting finals

Mon, 18 May 2026 23:00:24 +0000

The San Pedro Belize Shark Cup Volleyball Tournament concluded on Sunday, May 17th, at the Angel Nuñez Auditorium at San Pedro High School, bringing together youth and senior teams from across Ambergris Caye for a full day of competitive volleyball action. Matches began at 4PM and featured divisions including U13 co-ed, U15 boys and girls, senior co-ed, senior female, and senior male categories. Medal and trophy presentations followed the tournament's conclusion.

NCFC Media Workshop Promotes Ethical Journalism and Child Safeguarding

Mon, 18 May 2026 20:00:20 +0000

The National Commission for Families and Children (NCFC) recently hosted a media workshop in Belize City that focused on topics including algorithms, cyber threats, entertainment content, and the importance of safeguarding children. The gathering also aimed to promote ethical journalism practices amid growing concerns over inappropriate and irresponsible reporting.

Young Entrepreneurs Take Center Stage at ACES Expo

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:38 +0000

Ambergris Caye Elementary School (ACES) hosted its second annual Kids Entrepreneurship Day Expo on Thursday, May 14, from 8:30AM to noon. More than 25 booths featured student-led ventures offering food, pastries, lemonade, custom cooking, and games. Parents assisted the children throughout the event, drawing families and community members to the San Pedro campus for a morning of hands-on business lessons and financial learning.

SPHS Athletes Shine at National Track and Field Competition

Mon, 18 May 2026 01:37:46 +0000

San Pedro High School (SPHS) students Jaylen Jex and Jazmine Cocom returned to Ambergris Caye with medals following outstanding performances at the National Track and Field Championships held at Georgetown Technical High School in Stann Creek District. Jex’s impressive showing also earned her the opportunity to represent Belize at the upcoming Council for Sports and Recreation of Central America (CODICADER) Games 2026, scheduled for September 4-13 in Honduras.

Doctor Love: Caught Between Town and Tranquility

Sun, 17 May 2026 17:00:34 +0000

Doctor Love is the islands, and possibly the world’s greatest authority on just about everything. The Doctor answers questions concerning any subject except religion or politics. Persons needing additional assistance or counseling should contact Family Services Division at 227-7541. The opinions herein are not necessarily of The San Pedro Sun. Write Doctor Love at PO Box 51, San Pedro Town, Belize, or email: dr.love@sanpedrosun.com

Community Conversation: NO BLANK CHEUQE; Understanding the Power of Attorney

Sun, 17 May 2026 14:00:47 +0000

So many times in life, for one reason or another, we need someone to do us a favour. It may be a big favour or a little one. And it is not just anybody we want to do that favour. We usually want someone we can trust, because that favour may involve something confidential, sensitive, or is a matter of life and death.

NEMO Urges Early Hurricane Preparedness as Season Nears

Sat, 16 May 2026 17:00:42 +0000

With the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season set to begin on June 1st, government officials and emergency personnel are intensifying preparedness efforts across Belize while urging the public to work together and make early preparations. On May 11th, Hon. Henry Charles Usher, Minister of Public Service and Disaster Risk Management, met with National Emergency Coordinator Daniel Mendez and NEMO technical staff in Belmopan to review the country’s hurricane readiness plans and reinforce the importance of national unity and public awareness ahead of the season.

Alysha Reymundo Obtains Sports Scholarship at U.S. College

Sat, 16 May 2026 14:00:53 +0000

Young island footballer Alysha Reymundo is preparing to head to the United States on a sports scholarship with Motlow State Community College in Tennessee. The college’s female football team previously visited San Pedro in 2023, where they played against the local team Isla Bonita United Ballers, for whom Reymundo was a key player. Since then, the Tennessee-based team has reportedly followed Reymundo’s development through her participation with the San Pedro High School (SPHS) football team, Belize’s women's national teams, and, most recently, during this year’s National Secondary Schools Sports Association (NSSSA) women's championship.

CCJ orders Belize’s courts to reconsider its decision on the extradition of Andrew Bennett

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:25:10 +0000

The Caribbean Court of Justice has set aside previous rulings in the extradition matter involving Belizean attorney Andrew Bennett and ordered that the case be sent back to the High Court for reconsideration. In its judgment delivered today, the CCJ found that the lower courts relied on legislation that was not yet in force at […]

National Bus Company to acquire fifteen new diesel buses

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:25:07 +0000

The National Bus Company is looking to acquire some fifteen diesel buses in the coming weeks as part of efforts to strengthen and modernize its fleet. Minister of Transport, Dr. Louis Zabaneh says the additional buses are intended to improve reliability, increase passenger capacity, and ensure that commuters receive a more dependable transportation service across […]

Cabinet Approves Talks for Electric Bus Financing

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:24:51 +0000

In related news, Cabinet this week turned its attention to the future of public transportation in Belize, as discussions continued on the long-term development plan for the National Bus Company. During Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, approval was granted for the Ministries of Transportation and Finance to begin negotiations for financing aimed at procuring electric buses as […]

Bus Modernization Plan Could Include Terminal Upgrades

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:24:23 +0000

Love News understands that the proposed financing arrangement for the National Bus Company (NBC) could go far beyond the acquisition of electric buses. According to Minister of Transportation Dr. Louis Zabaneh, government is also looking at using the financing package to improve transportation infrastructure, including upgrades to bus terminals across the country.   Dr. Louis […]

Ministry of Transport Meets With Rural Bus Operators

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:24:01 +0000

The Ministry of Transportation today held its first formal meeting with representatives from Belize’s Rural Public Transport Sector in Belmopan at the Ministry of Sustainable Development’s conference room.  At that meeting, Minister Dr. Louis Zabaneh and Chief Executive Officer Chester Williams met with rural operators to discuss ongoing challenges within the sector and the way […]

Teen Killed in Port Loyola Shooting

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:22:07 +0000

At around 8:40 last night, gunshots shattered the silence on Grace Ebanks Street in the Port Loyola area of Belize City. Moments later, residents discovered 19-year-old Lamar Garnett lying motionless in a pool of blood inside the yard of a home just off Jane Usher Boulevard. Police have since confirmed that officers responded to the […]

Belize Coast Guard welcomes forty-nine new recruits under Intake Number 12

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:22:04 +0000

The Belize Coast Guard today celebrated the graduation of Intake Number Twelve, welcoming forty-nine new recruits into the organization following months of rigorous military and maritime training. The passing out parade brought together family members, senior government officials, security personnel, and international partners as the newest group of Coast Guard officers officially joined the ranks […]

Human Development Ministry Assisting Victims in Garbutt Case

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:22:01 +0000

The Ministry of Human Development has confirmed that it is now providing support services to the victims connected to the domestic violence case involving Police Constable Phillip Garbutt.  Minister of Human Development Thea Garcia Ramirez told Love News that her ministry, through the Department of Human Services, has been engaged in the matter and is […]

BDF Pilot Completes Instructor Certification in Honduras

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:06:17 +0000

The Belize Defence Force (BDF) is celebrating a major aviation milestone after Captain Andre Emmanuel Ayuso successfully completed his inspection as an instructor pilot in Honduras earlier this month.  The achievement was followed by a cross-country flight hosted by the Belize Air Wing of the BDF, which brought Captain Ayuso back home to Belize while […]

Belizeans Spent an estimated $620K on OnlyFans in 2025

Sat, 16 May 2026 03:05:27 +0000

Belizeans spent an estimated six hundred and twenty thousand Belize dollars on the subscription platform OnlyFans in 2025. This is according to figures published in the “OnlyFans Wrapped 2025” report compiled by OnlyGuider. The report indicates that Belize recorded a total spend of approximately three hundred and ten thousand U.S. dollars last year, an increase […]

Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye Marks 10 Years of Community Service

Fri, 15 May 2026 23:00:24 +0000

The Rotary Club of Ambergris Caye celebrated its 10th anniversary with a large Cinco de Mayo fundraiser, marking a decade of community service since its official chartering on May 25, 2016, as Belize’s tenth Rotary club. The event brought together members, sponsors, partners, and residents to celebrate the organization’s impact across San Pedro and Ambergris Caye over the past decade.

Hol Chan Marine Reserve Continues Reef Protection Efforts

Fri, 15 May 2026 20:00:48 +0000

As part of its ongoing efforts to protect Belize’s marine ecosystem and maintain safe access to popular tourism sites, the Hol Chan Marine Reserve team in San Pedro replaced damaged mooring buoys and pick-up lines on May 8th. The repairs come after a local tour guide reported missing and damaged equipment at several key locations, including Chato’s, Shark Ray Alley, Mexico Rocks, and Hol Chan. Rangers responded quickly, replacing six mooring buoys, two pick-up lines, and one demarcation buoy to help prevent reef damage caused by improper anchoring.

Belize Captains Hook Elite Global Fishing Award

Fri, 15 May 2026 17:00:01 +0000

Two fishing captains from Belize have clinched FishingBooker’s 2026 Angler’s Choice Award, placing them among the top 8.3% of fishing guides worldwide. The winners, announced on May 12th, are Joel Moratoya and his crew from Candace Fish and Reef Tours in San Pedro, and Stefan Musa and his crew from In 2 Deep Charters Belize in Belize City. The honor recognizes exceptional service among 9,463 captains globally, with only 791 selected.

Amandala #3927 Friday, May 15, 2026

Fri, 15 May 2026 06:14:22 +0000

Two men detained following a police shootout and high-speed chase in Belmopan

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:18:48 +0000

Two men have been detained by police following a shootout in the capital city of Belmopan. A joint operation by police led to the detention of Belmopan Call Center agents, 20-year-old Culzac Vaughn and 23-year-old Camron Adolphus. At around 8:31 this morning, shots rang off in the Salvapan community.  Surveillance footage shows a black Nissan […]

Nine-year-old Red Bank girl is killed in a traffic incident in the south

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:18:17 +0000

Police in the Stann Creek District are investigating a tragic traffic incident that claimed the life of nine-year-old Vanessa Cal of Red Bank Village earlier today.  Initial reports are that the child was knocked down by a vehicle sometime this morning in the village. Vanessa was rushed for medical treatment to the Independence Polyclinic, where […]

Criminal charges could be reinstated against Police Constable Phillip Garbutt

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:17:37 +0000

There are indications tonight that criminal charges could be reinstated against Police Constable Phillip Garbutt, the officer at the center of a widely circulated domestic violence video that shocked the nation earlier this year.  Police spokesman ASP Stacy Smith today alluded to developments in the case during remarks to the media, suggesting that authorities are […]

DOE Acknowledges Concerns Over Placencia Lagoon Dredging Project

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:15:51 +0000

The Department of the Environment has confirmed that there is cause for concern over the ongoing dredging activities near the Placencia Lagoon, as public pressure continues to mount from residents and stakeholders demanding answers about the project and its environmental impact.  Chief Environmental Officer Anthony Mai confirmed that the department has already conducted a preliminary […]

Cabinet Approves Sexual Offence Court Reforms, Electric Bus Plans

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:14:31 +0000

Cabinet this week approved a series of legislative and development measures, including proposed changes to the Criminal Code aimed at protecting victims of sexual offences and children involved in court matters, as well as plans tied to the modernization of the country’s transportation system. According to a statement issued following Tuesday’s Cabinet meeting, government has […]

FIU Warns Belizeans About Fraudulent Emails Impersonating Staff

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:14:12 +0000

The Financial Intelligence Unit is tonight warning Belizeans to remain vigilant after discovering fraudulent emails being circulated by individuals impersonating FIU staff members. In a public advisory issued on May 13, the FIU says scammers are using names, titles, logos, signatures, and even email addresses designed to appear as though they originate from the FIU’s […]

Catholic Diocese Says It Supports HPV Vaccine But Opposes School Rollout

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:13:41 +0000

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Belize City and Belmopan is seeking to clarify its position on the national HPV vaccination campaign, stressing tonight that the Church is not opposed to the vaccine itself, but rather has concerns about the way the program is being administered within schools.  The clarification follows growing public discussion after the […]

Health Ministry Defends HPV Vaccine Program Amid Church Position

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:12:44 +0000

Following the Catholic Diocese of Belize City and Belmopan’s statement on HPV vaccination in Catholic schools, officials from the Ministry of Health and Wellness moved quickly today to clarify the history and public health strategy behind the national HPV immunization campaign. At a press conference held this morning, Dr. Natalia Largaespada Beer, Technical Advisor for […]

Belize Cancer Society Pushes Back Against Roman Catholic Diocese HPV Position

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:10:53 +0000

Meanwhile, the Belize Cancer Society is pushing back against the recent statement issued by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Belize City and Belmopan regarding the administration of the HPV vaccine on Catholic school compounds, saying the vaccine remains a critical and scientifically proven tool in the fight against cervical cancer.  In a press release issued […]

Police Investigate Fatal Lords Bank Shooting Of George “Tal Buay” Anglin

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:10:03 +0000

Police in the Belize District are investigating last night’s fatal shooting of forty-eight-year-old George Anglin, also known as “Tal Buay”, in the Lords Bank area near Ladyville. The shooting happened shortly after nine o’clock on Old Well Road. Police say Anglin, a construction worker, was at home with his wife when a man arrived on […]

Cyberbullying Charge Against Nichole McDonald Reinstated In Court

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:07:13 +0000

Questions of fairness and legal process are being raised tonight after cyberbullying charges previously dismissed against thirty-eight-year-old Nichole McDonald were reinstated in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court. McDonald, who had earlier seen the matter thrown out last November, returned to court today visibly upset after learning she would once again face prosecution over allegations involving […]

Family Of Missing Belmopan Mother Deborah Bree Arthurs Demands Answers

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:05:56 +0000

More than a month after the disappearance of Deborah Bree Arthurs, her family says they are growing increasingly frustrated with what they describe as a lack of progress and communication from investigators. Bree’s aunt, Diane Arthurs, is once again publicly calling on authorities to intensify their efforts, while also offering a ten-thousand-dollar reward for information […]

Questions Raised Over SOE Detention Of Teen Facing Attempted Murder Charge

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:05:34 +0000

Questions are now being raised over how the ongoing State of Emergency is being enforced after the detention of a teenager already before the courts on an attempted murder charge. The issue surfaced this afternoon in Belize City Magistrate’s Court, where the Chief Magistrate reportedly questioned the legal process being used to detain persons under […]

Police Expand Community Outreach Operations Across Belize

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:03:04 +0000

The Belize Police Department continues to expand its community policing efforts across the country through a series of meet-and-greet operations and neighborhood engagement activities aimed at strengthening relationships with residents and addressing public safety concerns. In Belize City, officers attached to Precinct Three conducted a Meet and Greet operation today in the Sector One area […]

Belize And India Explore New Agriculture And Food Security Partnerships

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:02:46 +0000

Belize and India are looking to deepen cooperation in agriculture and food security following a high-level bilateral meeting held this week in Belmopan. According to a government press release issued today, Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and New Growth Industries Rodwell Ferguson and Minister of State in the Ministry of Agriculture Luis Alex Balona met […]

Poultry Farmers Receive Biosecurity Training In Stann Creek

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:02:27 +0000

The Ministry of Agriculture, through its Stann Creek Agriculture Department, coordinated a Poultry Disease and Biosecurity Training aimed at improving poultry health management practices and enhancing biosecurity measures among poultry farmers in the district. (The session brought together thirty-five poultry farmers from across Stann Creek and focused on disease prevention, farm sanitation, and strategies to […]

Punta Gorda Knowledge Fair Connects Youth With Education Services

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:01:50 +0000

Residents and young people in Punta Gorda Town today had the opportunity to access a wide range of services and educational resources during a Knowledge Sharing Fair organized in the southern municipality.  The event was coordinated primarily through the Department of Youth Services and brought together a number of agencies and organizations aimed at providing […]

Youth Leadership Initiative Launches In Cayo District

Fri, 15 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000

A leadership development initiative aimed at empowering young people across Belize was officially launched today in the Cayo District, with plans already underway to expand the program into other districts countrywide.  The workshop, held at the Camalote Baptist Training Center in Camalote Village, brought together students from several high schools for a day of leadership […]

Immigration Department silent on reports of missing monies and reversed receipts

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:21:12 +0000

Tonight, there are serious concerns within the Immigration Department over an estimated four hundred thousand dollars reportedly missing from the public purse. Love News first broke the story during our midday newscast, the Ministry of Immigration has since issued a statement confirming the embezzlement but with no specifics. The release also indicated that they are […]

Xunantunich Archaeological Reserve Now Powered by Solar Energy

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:20:49 +0000

One of Belize’s most important Maya heritage sites is now being powered by clean energy for the very first time. The Belize Electricity Limited, BEL, and the National Institute of Culture and History, NICH, have officially commissioned a new solar power system at the Xunantunich Archaeological Reserve, bringing electricity to the site nearly thirty years […]

Belize Hosts Major AI and Cybersecurity Conference in Belize City

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:17:45 +0000

Discussions surrounding artificial intelligence and cybersecurity dominated the national conversation today, as multiple events focusing on the rapidly evolving digital landscape were held across the country. Among them was a major conference hosted by the Ministry of E-Governance at the Biltmore Plaza in Belize City titled “Cybersecurity in the Age of AI,” which brought together […]

Independent Commission to Tackle Village Boundary Disputes in Southern Belize

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:15:56 +0000

Discussions over long-standing village boundary disputes are expected to take center stage in several southern communities later this month, following the appointment of an Independent Commission by the Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development and Local Government. The commission was officially established under the Village Council Act and has been tasked with mediating boundary disagreements […]

Indian Creek Residents Push for Review of Village Council Leadership

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:14:32 +0000

A press release with no signature attached is indicating that several residents of Indian Creek Village in the Toledo District are organizing a petition aimed at triggering a formal review of the current Village Council leadership, amid growing dissatisfaction over how the village is being managed. According to the release issued yesterday, residents say the […]

Illegal Longlines Discovered Inside Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:14:11 +0000

A joint patrol inside the Sapodilla Cayes Marine Reserve has led to the alarming discovery of illegal longlines being used in Belizean waters, raising fresh concerns over unsustainable fishing practices and threats to marine life.  The discovery was made last Friday during a routine patrol involving the Belize Territorial Volunteers, the Toledo Institute for Development […]

Catholic Diocese Rejects HPV Vaccination Campaigns in Schools

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:08:19 +0000

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Belize City and Belmopan have reaffirmed its position against allowing HPV vaccination campaigns to be conducted on the premises of Catholic schools across Belize. On May 5, the Catholic Diocese issued a press release stating that they, and we quote, “will not permit any health officials or medical personnel to […]

Belize Mourns Passing of Educator Dr. Sylvia Cattouse

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:06:48 +0000

The academic community in Belize is mourning the loss of respected educator and business professional Dr. Sylvia Cattouse, who passed away last night. Galen University announced her passing, noting that Dr. Cattouse served as the Dean of the Faculty of Business and Entrepreneurship.  Dr. Cattouse was widely recognized for her contributions to higher education, business […]

Charges Expected in Lemonal Village Land Dispute Shooting

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:05:20 +0000

Police continue to investigate yesterday’s shooting incident in Lemonal Village, Belize District, which left a Belize City woman with a gunshot injury, while charges are expected to be levied against the detained suspect.  As previously reported, police say that shortly before two o’clock yesterday afternoon, thirty-three-year-old Stacey Middleton, a call center agent of Belize City, […]

Lee Mark Chang Recovering After Belize City Traffic Accident

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:05:05 +0000

Police continue to investigate last night’s road traffic accident involving Mesopotamia Area Representative Lee Mark Chang, who has since assured the public that he is doing well following the incident. As previously reported, the incident occurred shortly before eight o’clock at the intersection of Cleghorn Street and Mapp Street in Belize City. Police responded to […]

Belize City Man Remanded for Fatal Stabbing on Ebony Street

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:00:50 +0000

A Belize City man accused of a fatal stabbing earlier this week has been remanded to the Belize Central Prison after being formally arraigned in court today. Fifty-three-year-old Ralph Sherlock Martinez Sr., also known as “Mini Man,” was escorted to the Belize City Magistrate’s Court this morning where he was charged with the murder of […]

Police Investigate Theft of Boat and Engines From Down Caye

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:00:36 +0000

Police are investigating the theft of a vessel and marine equipment from Down Caye in the Belize District. Authorities say the report was made yesterday by seventy-year-old Karl Heusner, who informed police that several items had been stolen from the island property. Among the missing items are a twenty-three-foot fiberglass skiff named “Fermina,” valued at […]

Stolen Boat Recovered in Ladyville Without Engines

Thu, 14 May 2026 04:00:20 +0000

In a separate case, police are investigating the theft of a large fiberglass boat and two high-powered engines from the Princess Casino and Hotel dock in Belize City. Forty-three-year-old Mario Cesar Guerrero reported to authorities yesterday evening that sometime between Sunday and Monday morning, a thirty-eight-foot fiberglass vessel bearing the name “Manta Ray Sport” was […]

Santa Elena Man Dies After Domestic Dispute Turns Deadly

Thu, 14 May 2026 03:59:51 +0000

In the Cayo District, police are investigating the death of a thirty-six-year-old man following a domestic dispute in Santa Elena Town. Authorities say the investigation began early yesterday morning shortly after five o’clock when police responded to a report in the Red Creek area of Santa Elena. Upon arrival, officers discovered the motionless body of […]

Dangriga Town Council Expands Street Rehabilitation Campaign

Thu, 14 May 2026 03:59:21 +0000

Residents in Dangriga Town are seeing continued improvements to several streets as the Dangriga Town Council pushes ahead with its road rehabilitation campaign.  According to Dangriga Mayor Robert Mariano, crews are currently working on Church Street, an area that was badly affected by flooding during last year’s rainy season. The rehabilitation project includes the damaged […]

Cellular World and Dell Push AI and Cybersecurity Solutions in Belize

Thu, 14 May 2026 03:58:03 +0000

Cellular World Belize continues to expand its partnership with Dell Technologies, this time placing a major focus on artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and digital infrastructure solutions for Belizean businesses and institutions.  Today, Cellular World Business Solutions hosted its Dell Infrastructure and AI Lunch Event at the Grand Resort in Belize City, bringing together IT professionals, business […]

UNDP Strengthens Disaster Risk and Development Partnership With Belize

Thu, 14 May 2026 03:56:43 +0000

This week, representatives of the United Nations Development Fund (UNDP) held a series of high-level meetings with government and parliamentary officials in Belize aimed at deepening cooperation in areas including disaster risk management, public sector development, and national resilience. In the first instance, the National Assembly of Belize hosted UNDP Resident Representative Kishan Khoday, Deputy […]

Belize Gets Seat on Regional Tax Administration Executive Council

Thu, 14 May 2026 03:54:29 +0000

Belize has secured a seat on the Executive Council of the Inter-American Center of Tax Administrations, better known as CIAT, for the 2026 to 2027 term. The election took place during the Administrative Session of the 60th CIAT General Assembly held this week in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic. The appointment is a major achievement for […]

Woman Shot During Land Dispute in Lemonal

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:52:07 +0000

Police are investigating a shooting incident that left a Belize City woman hospitalized with a gunshot wound to the leg following a confrontation over a parcel of land in Lemonal Village, Belize District. According to investigators, the incident occurred shortly before two o’clock this afternoon while a bulldozer operator was reportedly clearing a piece of […]

Attorney Richard “Dickie” Bradley Calls Out Mental Health Gaps in Justice System

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:52:04 +0000

Senior criminal attorney Dickie Bradley is calling out the government over what he describes as Belize’s chronic failure to provide adequate mental health services within the justice system. Bradley’s comments come in the wake of the recent murder case involving a sixteen-year-old suspect, who, as the matter progresses through the courts, will more than likely […]

Government Acquires Bottom Dalla Property for Swing Bridge Project

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:51:44 +0000

Government has finalized the acquisition of the former Bottom Dalla property on North Front Street in Belize City, clearing the way for the major Swing Bridge replacement project in the downtown area.  The five-million-dollar deal, which was completed earlier this month, involves the purchase of the waterfront property stretching from the foot of the Swing […]

Santa Familia Bridge Nears Completion

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:51:16 +0000

Chief Engineer Evondale Moody also provided an update on the long-anticipated Santa Familia Bridge project in the Cayo District.  As previously reported, the old Haulover Bridge structure was dismantled and transported inland where it is now being repurposed for use in Santa Familia Village. The project is expected to provide residents with a more reliable […]

Placencia Residents Raise Alarm Over Dredging

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:50:57 +0000

Concerns continue to grow in Placencia over what residents and marine operators describe as unchecked and haphazard dredging activities taking place along sections of the lagoon and coastline. Community members are now questioning whether some property owners are bypassing the proper channels for permits, environmental clearances, and authorizations before carrying out dredging works.  The issue […]

Belizean Mother Takes AI Safety Fight to Capitol Hill in Washington D.C.

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:44:14 +0000

Belizean-born mother and AI safety advocate Megan Garcia is once again taking her campaign to the national stage in the United States, this time lobbying members of Congress in Washington D.C. to support legislation aimed at protecting children from harmful interactions with artificial intelligence chatbots. Garcia announced this week that she is on US Capitol […]

Special Envoy Pushes HPV Vaccine Awareness

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:44:07 +0000

The Office of the Special Envoy for the Development of Families and Children is continuing its push to raise awareness about the importance of the Human Papillomavirus, or HPV vaccine.  The vaccine has been dubbed, a critical tool in protecting Belizean children from preventable diseases, including cervical cancer.  In a press release issued yesterday, the […]

MIDH Orders Removal of Highway Signs and Memorials

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:43:46 +0000

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH) is advising the public that roadside signs and memorials located along sections of the George Price Highway between Belize City and Hattieville will have to be removed as major rehabilitation works continue along the corridor.  In a public notice issued this week, MIDH explained that the removals […]

Shyne Blasts UDP Leadership

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:42:06 +0000

Former Leader of the Opposition Moses ‘Shyne’ Barrow has launched a sharp criticism of the current leadership of the United Democratic Party, claiming that many UDP supporters across the country are dissatisfied with the party’s direction under Opposition Leader Tracy Taegar-Panton.  In a strongly worded statement circulated today, Barrow said that during his recent travels […]

Police Instructed to Use Discretion Under SOE

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:41:13 +0000

With the current State of Emergency now in effect across several areas of Belize City and parts of the Belize District, police say officers on the ground are being instructed to exercise discretion while carrying out enforcement operations.  The limited SOE officially came into effect on Friday, May 8, and will remain in place for […]

Convicted Thief Detained Under State of Emergency

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:34:56 +0000

A Belize City man who was previously accused of impersonating a police officer is tonight behind bars under the current State of Emergency after being convicted in court for stealing bottles of liquor from a supermarket on Central American Boulevard. Thirty-one-year-old Dorian Emmanuel Blair appeared unrepresented this morning before Senior Magistrate Mannon Dennison in the […]

Classrooms Burglarized at St. John Vianney

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:34:09 +0000

Police are investigating a burglary reported at St. John Vianney Primary School in Belize City, where two classrooms were broken into and several items stolen. According to reports, information about the burglary was received shortly after nine-thirty this morning. Investigators responded to the school compound and met with Vice Principal Joan Soberanis, who reported that […]

Police Investigate City Robbery and Online TV Scam

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:33:57 +0000

Police are investigating two separate incidents reported in Belize District, including a robbery in Belize City and an alleged online scam involving the purchase of a television set. The first incident occurred last night shortly after ten o’clock. Police say forty-seven-year-old Jose Acavedo, a Belizean Salvadoran laborer of a St. Martin’s area address, was transported […]

Belize Steps Up Hurricane Preparedness

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:28:40 +0000

With less than three weeks remaining before the start of the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season, the Government of Belize is intensifying its national preparedness efforts. This week, Minister of the Public Service and Disaster Risk Management, Henry Charles Usher, visited the headquarters of the National Emergency Management Organization (NEMO), in Belmopan to review the country’s […]

Ministry of Transport Launches “Fair Fares” Campaign

Wed, 13 May 2026 02:28:24 +0000

The Ministry of Transportation has launched a new public awareness campaign aimed at ensuring that commuters across Belize are charged approved bus fares and protected from overcharging. The campaign, titled “Fair Fares. Fair for All,” encourages members of the public to report incidents where bus operators charge more than the officially approved rates. Commuters are […]

Amandala #3926 Tuesday, May 12, 2026

Tue, 12 May 2026 06:34:18 +0000

High Court removes Kareem Musa and Dr. Richard Rosado from Budna’s constitutional claim

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:56:00 +0000

The High Court has ruled that former Minister of Home Affairs Kareem Musa and Commissioner of Police Dr. Richard Rosado will no longer be named as individual defendants in the constitutional claim brought by Joseph Budna over his alleged abduction and expulsion from Belize. The ruling was handed down today by Justice Martha Alexander, who […]

Police define the limited State of Emergency

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:55:37 +0000

Police Commissioner Dr. Richard Rosado says the decision to implement a limited State of Emergency in parts of Belize City and sections of the rural Belize District was not taken lightly.  He says, however, that it was necessary following a careful assessment of the country’s current security situation.  Speaking at a press conference held today […]

Minor remanded to Wagner’s Facility for the murder of Salama Raquel Orellana Funes

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:54:10 +0000

Tonight, a 16-year-old is on remand at the Wagner’s Facility on the compound of the Belize Central Prison, following his arraignment this morning at the Belize City Family Court. The minor is accused of last Thursday’s killing of 32-year-old Salama Raquel Orellano Funes. In addition to that, he is also being charged with 2 counts […]

Attorney Richard “Dickie” weighs in on “Da Buzz” Murder Case

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:53:24 +0000

Senior criminal attorney Dickie Bradley has weighed in on the fatal shooting of thirty-four-year-old Salma Raquel Orellana Funes and the legal implications surrounding the reported involvement of a sixteen-year-old suspect.  Speaking on the case, Bradley explained that because the accused is a minor, the matter is expected to proceed through the juvenile justice system, where […]

Corozal Motorcyclist Killed in Late-Night Collision With BMW

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:52:49 +0000

Police in Corozal are investigating a fatal traffic incident that claimed the life of a twenty-one-year-old motorcyclist late Friday night. According to reports, the incident occurred shortly before eleven o’clock on May 8 along First Avenue in front of the Round House establishment in Corozal Town. Responding officers arrived at the scene and observed a […]

Toledo Alcalde Association Demands Answers in Marcus Canti Kidnapping Probe

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:52:14 +0000

The Toledo Alcalde Association is demanding answers from police investigators into the alleged kidnapping of Indian Creek Alcalde Marcus Canti, saying that more than three weeks after the incident, the association has received little information on the status of the investigation.  The concern was raised during a meeting held last week, where TAA President Pedro […]

Belize Chocolate Festival 2026 Officially Launched in Toledo

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:49:34 +0000

The countdown to one of Toledo’s biggest cultural celebrations is officially underway following the launch of the Belize Chocolate Festival 2026 over the weekend in Bella Vista Village.  The festival, which highlights Belize’s rich cacao heritage and growing tourism product, will feature several major events throughout the month of May, including a cacao and chocolate […]

International Travel Publication Highlights Belize Tourism Boom Heading Into 2026

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:48:20 +0000

An international travel publication is highlighting Belize as one of the region’s strongest tourism performers heading into 2026, pointing to record visitor arrivals, expanding air connectivity, and the country’s growing reputation as a sustainable travel destination. In a recent feature published by The Traveler online publication, Belize was described as entering 2026 from an “unusually […]

Man Hospitalized in Critical Condition After Succotz Stabbing

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:47:44 +0000

Police in the west are investigating a stabbing incident that has left one man hospitalized in critical condition. The incident occurred this morning in the village of San Jose Succotz, Cayo District. According to reports, at around 10:30 a.m., seventy-one-year-old businessman Ricardo Chulin reported that he was behind his shop watching television when he heard […]

Trial Farm Mother’s Day Shooting Leaves One Dead, Another Injured

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:47:32 +0000

In the Orange Walk District, police are investigating a fatal shooting that disrupted Mother’s Day celebrations in Trial Farm Village on Sunday night. 22-year-old Roberto Wicab, a construction worker from the Black Water area of Trial Farm, sustained multiple gunshot injuries and was later pronounced dead. A second victim, 23-year-old Adrian Chuc, a laborer of […]

Belize City Man Dies After Early Morning Stabbing

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:46:47 +0000

56-year-old, Mark Longsworth is dead following a stabbing in Belize City early this morning. The victim was taken to the Karl Heusner Memorial Hospital shortly after midnight with multiple stab wounds and later died while receiving treatment. Patrol officers reportedly came across Longsworth at the corner of Mopan and Ebony Streets before transporting him to […]

Construction Worker Critical After Ladyville Mother’s Day Stabbing

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:43:19 +0000

A stabbing incident near the Philip S. W. Goldson International Airport over the weekend has left a construction worker hospitalized and another man in police custody. Police responded shortly before 1:00 pm yesterday to a construction site in Ladyville. Officers found 35-year-old Nelson Rene Rosa Ramirez, suffering from multiple stab wounds under a shed. He […]

Belize City Retiree Reports Losing $2,500 in Land Documents Scam

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:43:05 +0000

Police are investigating a reported case of obtaining property by deception after a Belize City retiree claims she lost twenty-five hundred dollars to a woman who allegedly promised to assist her in acquiring legal land documents. According to police, sixty-year-old Celina Humes of Miller Street visited the Precinct One Crimes Investigation Branch on Wednesday morning […]

ASP Stacy Smith Condemns AI-Enhanced Suspect Images Shared Online

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:42:52 +0000

Concerns over irresponsible and sensationalized reporting on social media are growing, as some online news blogs continue to prioritize engagement over accuracy and ethics. The issue came into focus on Friday when police spokesperson ASP Stacy Smith criticized a social media news outlet for publishing an AI-enhanced image of an assumed suspect tied to an […]

NCFC Pushes Ethical Journalism Amid Concerns Over Irresponsible Reporting

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:42:11 +0000

Smith said responsible journalism remains critical to maintaining public trust and stressed that media practitioners must verify information before publishing it online.  The concerns raised by Smith come as social agencies in Belize continue efforts to promote ethical reporting standards. Recently, the National Committee for Families and Children hosted a media workshop focused on the […]

Special Envoy’s Office Urges Support for National HPV Vaccination Campaign

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:37:14 +0000

The Office of the Special Envoy for the Development of Families and Children is urging Belizeans to support the national HPV vaccination campaign, describing it as a critical step in protecting children from preventable diseases, including cervical cancer. In a press release issued today, the Office stated that the Human Papillomavirus, or HPV vaccine, is […]

Minister Kareem Musa Welcomes Reversal of Mandatory Birth Control Prescription Policy

Tue, 12 May 2026 02:36:59 +0000

And, Minister Kareem Musa has expressed satisfaction at the Ministry of Health and Wellness stepping back on the birth control mandatory prescription enforcement.  While he conceded to not being a medical professional, he did say he is a supporter of women.

Senator Patrick Faber freed of criminal charges in a 2025 incident

Sat, 09 May 2026 03:29:42 +0000

Senator Patrick Faber is no longer facing criminal prosecution after two charges against him were dismissed in the Belize City Magistrate’s Court. Faber, a former Deputy Party Leader and past area representative for the Collet Division, appeared before a Magistrate this week where the charges were formally struck out. The allegations included one count of […]

Teen in Custody After Deadly Belize City Bar Shooting

Sat, 09 May 2026 03:29:19 +0000

A 16-year-old of the Ladyville community is in custody tonight for a brazen act of violence that has left one woman dead, and two others injured following a shooting inside a Belize City establishment last night. The incident, captured on surveillance cameras, unfolded in under a minute and sent shockwaves across the community. The shooter […]

Two Women Hospitalized in Belize City Bar Shooting

Sat, 09 May 2026 03:28:21 +0000

In that very shooting incident at Da Buzz Restaurant and Bar in Belize city, two employees were also injured.  The two women remain hospitalized and have been identified as twenty-six-year-old Shayanta Williams, a waitress of Ladyville, and thirty-two-year-old Cardova Neal, a bartender of Frederick Street in Belize City.  Both women sustained gunshot injuries when the […]

Amandala #3925 Friday, May 8, 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:07:50 +0000

University of Belize holds 15th Annual Research Conference

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:13:00 +0000

By Orlando Pulido (Freelance Writer) SANTA ELENA TOWN, Cayo District, Fri. May 1, 2026    The University of Belize’s (UB) Faculty of Management and Social Sciences (FMSS) held its 15th Annual Research Conference on Thursday, April 30, 2026, at its main campus in Belmopan. Some of the topics discussed were Caribbean Industrialization and Tourism Risk, […]

Head-on collision claims 2 lives in Hattieville

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:12:00 +0000

By William Ysaguirre (Freelance Writer) BELIZE CITY, Mon. May 4, 2026    Two men, Nelson Hemsley and Glenn Lamb, Jr. died in a head-on collision between a black Ford Escape SUV and a large Ford van near Hattieville between Miles 16 and 17 on the George Price Highway around 8:00 Saturday evening, May 2.    Police arrived to find Hemsley and Lamb trapped […]

Wesley College hosts business fair

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:11:00 +0000

By William Ysaguirre (Freelance Writer) BELIZE CITY, Mon. May 4, 2026    Last Thursday, April 30, the Business faculty of Wesley College hosted its annual business fair, in which 4th form business students presented small businesses to market a unique product to parents, fellow schoolmates and the students of Wesley Junior College.    According to business […]

OSH bill held up in the Senate

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:10:00 +0000

BELMOPAN, Fri. May 1, 2026    For the first time, the Senate convened over two consecutive days, Monday, April 27 and Tuesday, April 28 to clear a backlog of legislation sent from the House of Representatives. The extended sitting followed the cancellation of a previously scheduled meeting after independent senators objected to holding the session virtually. […]

One more charged for Jamir Cambranes’ murder

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:09:00 +0000

BELIZE CITY, Mon. May 4, 2026    Police have charged one more person in connection with the murder of Jamir Rudel Cambranes which occurred a couple weeks ago. Cambranes had reportedly left his home in Belize City and gone to meet some individuals on Tuesday night, April 21, around 8:00 p.m., but never returned home. […]

Flat-out crazy what Israel does with the reparations money

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:08:00 +0000

By Colin Hyde     In the wild new world, I saw a report that Israel and Netanyahu had threatened Spain with a dose of the bombs they had dropped on Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran, and the soldiers they had sent into the West Bank and Syria. In the wild new world, everyone has a platform […]

Salient Group LLP is seeking a qualified and experienced Shift Supervisor

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:19:43 +0000

Salient Group LLP is seeking a qualified and experienced Shift Supervisor to support operations with a Port Liquid Terminal site in Belize City. The Shift Supervisor is primarily responsible to: To be a successful candidate, you must meet the following requirements: For full details visit https://salient.bz/shift-supervisor The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/salient-group-llp-is-seeking-a-qualified-and-experienced-shift-supervisor/">Salient Group LLP is seeking a qualified and experienced Shift Supervisor</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

Prime Corner Lot for Sale – North Caye Caulker, Belize

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 17:10:36 +0000

Discover an excellent opportunity to own property on the rapidly developing North Island of Caye Caulker. This moderately filled corner lot offers both convenience and long-term investment potential in one of Belize’s most sought-after island destinations. Property Details Size: Approximately 130 ft x 75 ft Area: 894.752 Square Meters Type: Corner lot, offering dual road […] The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/prime-corner-lot-for-sale-north-caye-caulker-belize/">Prime Corner Lot for Sale – North Caye Caulker, Belize</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

2019 Ford Escape SE

Tue, 13 Jan 2026 16:49:55 +0000

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Where Can Online Casinos Go Next?

Thu, 06 Nov 2025 14:40:32 +0000

A few years ago, no one expected a simple rising line on a red screen to redefine online casinos. Yet Aviator did exactly that. It broke every rule of what a casino game should look like. No reels, no cards, no flashing symbols. It’s just a flight, a climb, and a choice of when to […] The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/where-can-online-casinos-go-next/">Where Can Online Casinos Go Next?</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

Skill-Based Casino Games: Do They Really Level the Playing Field

Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:29:17 +0000

Gamers often associate casino games with luck, sometimes creating a sense of monotony. Chance has long been the game’s defining element, whether it’s playing the roulette wheel or a jackpot game. However, adopting skill-based games on gaming platforms has recently helped reduce this monotony. These games provide a unique sense of excitement by encouraging improved […] The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/skill-based-casino-games-do-they-really-level-the-playing-field/">Skill-Based Casino Games: Do They Really Level the Playing Field</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

A Beginner’s Guide To Choosing A US Sports Online Betting Platform

Thu, 11 Sep 2025 23:10:04 +0000

In today’s sports betting world, choosing the right platform can feel like selecting a fantasy quarterback; opinions vary, and the flashiest options don’t always perform. While welcome bonuses may seem enticing, the real test comes after the initial promotions have been used. That’s when the real platform quality shows up. You’re not just placing a […] The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/a-beginners-guide-to-choosing-a-us-sports-online-betting-platform/">A Beginner’s Guide To Choosing A US Sports Online Betting Platform</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

Why Multiplayer Features Are Transforming the Casino Experience

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:40:14 +0000

Modern gambling has greatly improved over the years. From having to visit brick and mortar casinos to enjoy a decent experience to gambling at your convenience, the industry has massively shifted.  During its conception, you would play against Artificial Intelligence more often. However, multiplayer features have introduced us to an entirely different experience. Read on […] The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/why-multiplayer-features-are-transforming-the-casino-experience/">Why Multiplayer Features Are Transforming the Casino Experience</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

In-Play Bet Types Made Simple: How Mobile Apps Let You Choose Mid-Match Options

Thu, 07 Aug 2025 15:14:50 +0000

The match kicks off, the whistle blows, and the action begins. But for a growing number of fans, that’s also the moment when betting gets interesting. In-play betting, sometimes called live betting, has turned the traditional wager on its head. No longer are your options limited to pre-match predictions. With mobile apps like Betway, you […] The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/in-play-bet-types-made-simple-how-mobile-apps-let-you-choose-mid-match-options/">In-Play Bet Types Made Simple: How Mobile Apps Let You Choose Mid-Match Options</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

Blurring the Line Between Gaming and Athletic Competition

Thu, 24 Jul 2025 06:30:04 +0000

Technology has significantly changed the different kinds of competition available to the general public. While traditional sports like basketball, football, or hockey still enjoys a growing fanbase with their unmatched brand of excitement, a significant contingent of equally passionate people who support esports are also making sure that their voices are heard. As both industries […] The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/blurring-the-line-between-gaming-and-athletic-competition/">Blurring the Line Between Gaming and Athletic Competition</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

Keeping Homes Clutter-Free with Efficient Rubbish Removal

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 03:54:55 +0000

Struggling with clutter piling up in your home? You’re not alone. A cluttered space can stress you out and reduce productivity, but efficient rubbish removal offers a practical solution to reclaim your space. Imagine a home free of unwanted items, where everything has its place. With professional help, you can achieve this effortlessly. For quick […] The post <a href="https://www.mybelize.net/keeping-homes-clutter-free-with-efficient-rubbish-removal/">Keeping Homes Clutter-Free with Efficient Rubbish Removal</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.mybelize.net">MyBelize.Net</a>.

Soi Cầu Thanh Hóa – Khám Phá Những Chiến Lược Đỉnh Ca

Sat, 04 Jan 2025 13:53:44 +0000

Soi cầu thanh hóa là một trong những chủ đề nóng hổi trong cộng đồng người chơi lô đề tại Việt Nam. Khi mà đa số mọi người đều tìm kiếm cách để tăng cơ hội thắng, việc hiểu rõ các phương pháp soi cầu và tính toán chính xác sẽ giúp bạn có được [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/soi-cau-thanh-hoa">Soi Cầu Thanh Hóa – Khám Phá Những Chiến Lược Đỉnh Ca</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Nettruyen – Thế Giới Truyện Tranh Online Hot Nhất Hiện Nay

Sun, 07 May 2023 08:16:00 +0000

Nettruyen từ lâu đã trở thành cái tên quen thuộc với cộng đồng yêu thích truyện tranh online. Với kho truyện phong phú, cập nhật thường xuyên và giao diện dễ sử dụng, trang web này đang ngày càng khẳng định vị thế trong lòng người đọc Việt. Giới thiệu về nền tảng đọc truyện [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/nettruyen-the-gioi-truyen-tranh-online-hot-nhat-hien-nay">Nettruyen – Thế Giới Truyện Tranh Online Hot Nhất Hiện Nay</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Thienhabet – Nhà cái uy tín số 1 hiện nay thiên hạ bet

Mon, 06 Feb 2023 05:06:58 +0000

Thienhabet là một cái tên vừa thân thuộc trong ngành giải trí cờ bạc. Đây là nơi được cho là uy tín và có lượng người tham gia khủng. Nhiều cược thủ rất tin tưởng và đánh giá cao nơi này là một chỗ lí tưởng để tham gia cá cược. Vậy nhà cái này có [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/thien-ha-bet">Thienhabet – Nhà cái uy tín số 1 hiện nay thiên hạ bet</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Dàn đề 10 số khung 3 ngày chắc chắn trúng 100% đánh là thắng

Mon, 13 Dec 2021 16:01:53 +0000

Dàn đề 10 số là một trong những phương pháp chơi hiệu quả được rất nhiều anh em lô đề áp dụng. Cách chơi này rất đơn giản, lại mang lại tỷ lệ thắng cao. Tuy nhiên, với phương pháp này, người chơi không thể chơi theo cảm tính. Mà đòi hỏi bạn cần phải [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/dan-de-10-so-bat-bai">Dàn đề 10 số khung 3 ngày chắc chắn trúng 100% đánh là thắng</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Cách bắt tổng đề hàng ngày mới và hiệu quả nhất 2022 từ chuyên gia

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 11:18:10 +0000

Tổng đề đã không còn là một khái niệm quá xa lạ đối với các cao thủ. Tuy nhiên đối với những người mới chơi thì nó vẫn còn khá mơ hồ. Có rất nhiều những cách bắt tổng đề hàng ngày hiện nay nhưng không phải phương pháp nào cũng có tác dụng . [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/cach-bat-tong-de-hang-ngay">Cách bắt tổng đề hàng ngày mới và hiệu quả nhất 2022 từ chuyên gia</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Bao lô là gì? Hướng dẫn cách chơi bao lô số đề hiệu quả

Mon, 06 Dec 2021 11:11:57 +0000

Chúng ta thường nghe người chơi lô đề nói về đánh bao lô số đề. Cách đánh lô đề này được đa số người chơi sử dụng vì nó dễ chơi và tỷ lệ ăn thưởng rất cao. Tuy vậy, những anh em mới bắt đầu chơi lô đề thì ít nhiều còn mơ hồ [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/bao-lo-so-de">Bao lô là gì? Hướng dẫn cách chơi bao lô số đề hiệu quả</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Chạm đề là gì? Bắt chạm đề chuẩn nhất 2024 từ chuyên gia lô đề

Tue, 30 Nov 2021 02:16:40 +0000

Chạm đề là gì được rất nhiều anh em chơi lô đề thắc mắc. Với những người yêu thích đánh đề thì việc lựa chọn là phương pháp không thể bỏ qua. Sở hữu nhiều điểm nổi bật cách chơi này sẽ giúp người chơi gia tăng được xác suất giành chiến thắng.  Vậy chạm [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/cham-de-la-gi">Chạm đề là gì? Bắt chạm đề chuẩn nhất 2024 từ chuyên gia lô đề</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Các bộ số lô đề chuẩn chính xác 100% anh em không nên bỏ qua

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 08:06:22 +0000

Để chơi lô đề dễ trúng thì không nên bỏ qua bộ số lô đề chuẩn. Đây là cách chơi cũng như kinh nghiệm từ các cao thủ chơi lô đề. Theo thống kê thì những người chơi lô đề theo kiểu sắp xếp số dễ trúng hơn. Cùng chúng tôi tìm hiểu bộ số [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/bo-so-lo-de">Các bộ số lô đề chuẩn chính xác 100% anh em không nên bỏ qua</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Cách nuôi lô khung 2 ngày lợi nhuận cao từ các cao thủ

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 11:31:11 +0000

Cách nuôi lô khung 2 ngày là phương thức chơi lô an toàn và có lãi cực cao. Tuy nhiên không phải ai cũng có thể làm được. Nếu bạn là một dân chơi thực thụ và biết sử dụng các chiến thuật nuôi lô khung 2 ngày hợp lý thì kết quả mang lại [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/cach-nuoi-lo-khung-2-ngay">Cách nuôi lô khung 2 ngày lợi nhuận cao từ các cao thủ</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

Cách bắt đề kép bằng hay và chuẩn xác nhất 2022

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 15:52:48 +0000

Cách bắt đề kép bằng là một trong những phương pháp đang được đông đảo người chơi ưa chuộng nhất hiện nay. Bởi tỷ lệ nhận biết và trúng giải của các con này là rất lớn. Tuy nhiên không phải ai cũng có chiến thuật đúng đắn và hợp lý để chọn ra cho [...] The post <a href="https://bachthulo.vip/cach-bat-de-kep-bang">Cách bắt đề kép bằng hay và chuẩn xác nhất 2022</a> appeared first on <a href="https://bachthulo.vip">Bạch thủ lô VIP</a>.

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