The lasting effects of colonialism on mental health and social wellbeing are taking center stage this week at the 2026 International Social Work Research Conference hosted by the University of Belize’s Faculty of Health Sciences in partnership with Galen University and California Baptist University. The
Nurses care for everyone, but too often, they don’t get a moment to care for themselves. After long, exhausting shifts filled with nonstop patient care, many nurses skip meals and push through fatigue. So today, the Fort George Hotel and Spa hit pause on the
From war-torn Sierra Leone to the southern shores of Belize, one author’s journey becomes far more than a change of address. In his new book, “The Road to Belonging: My Journey to Punta Gorda Belize”, Francis Mandewah shares how an unexpected spiritual connection with the
After a series of nationwide consultations with government, unions, employers and workers, the Social Security Board (SSB) is now reviewing a major proposal that could change how contributions are calculated. Right now, Belize uses a wage-band system, meaning workers are placed into one of 13 contribution
Every working Belizean pays into Social Security. Now the board is revealing where that money is going. According to the Social Security Board, it has invested $130 million since January, the largest amount it has ever deployed in a single year. The two biggest drivers were
Belize and the United Nations are looking ahead to the country’s next phase of development. Government officials and representatives from the United Nations Country Team gathered in Belmopan today for the 7th Joint National Steering Committee Meeting, where discussions centered on Belize’s priorities for 2026 and
For many Belize City commuters, the best part of the e-Bus ride is not the WiFi or charging ports. It is the warm smile greeting them at the door. As the city pushes towards a more digital future, the Belize City Council says the human element
The partnership between the Belize Defence Force, Belize Coast Guard and the Louisiana National Guard has reached a major milestone. Officials from Belize traveled to New Orleans, Louisiana, last month to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the longstanding security partnership between the two countries. The anniversary
The sea has been eating away at Dangriga's coastline for years, and residents have watched it happen in real time. Now a $4 million USD project is stepping in before any more time is lost. The Coastal Project officially launched this week, targeting 27 coastal communities
A land dispute that has been simmering in southern Belize may finally be moving towards a resolution after a key meeting in Belmopan this week. Indigenous Affairs Minister Dr Louis Zabaneh sat down with leaders from San Marcos, the Toledo Alcalde Alliance and the Maya Leaders
