It’s one of Belize’s leading industries, one that brings valuable earnings to rural communities across the nation. Agriculture is vital to creating jobs, driving exports and ensuring food security in Belize. That is why the Ministry of Agriculture is doing its part to make sure
Back in late July, the Supreme Court handed down a major decision, one that left the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association facing a hefty bill. More than half a million dollars in damages were awarded to Belize Sugar Industries, all because of a three-day blockade
If you’ve been to the market lately, you’ve probably noticed that prices are all over the place. One week it’s lettuce, the next it’s tomatoes, and shoppers are left wondering what’s going to cost more next. Well, the latest Consumer Price Index report sheds some
It’s a growing concern in Belize Rural North, illegal logging operations are threatening the forested areas of Boston Village, and local leaders are speaking out. On Friday, News Five caught up with Village Chairman Nikolai Alvarado, who’s calling for action. The controversy deepens as Orange
A grim discovery in Ladyville has left police and residents with more questions than answers. Earlier today, decomposed human remains were found in a remote area, sparking an intense investigation. Tonight, authorities are working to determine who the victim is and whether this case could
On Friday, we brought you the story of Darnell Arnold, who was shot and killed in Santa Elena Town. The shooter? An off-duty police officer. Now, reports suggest Arnold may have gone to the officer’s home with the intent to harm him, allegedly following threats
A weekend dive turned tragic near English Caye. Josimar Toledano, who worked as a cook on the island, was out in the water with a friend when things took a deadly turn. His companion noticed him floating motionless and tried to revive him, but it
[caption id="attachment_58520" align="alignright" width="300"] DJ Khris Rosado[/caption] Police Constable Arcenio Cus lost his life in a hit-and-run accident in late July. He was returning home to Belize City on a motorcycle after completing a shift at
A legal battle is brewing in San Pedro. Caribbean Sprinter Limited, a water taxi company, is challenging a decision by the town council, led by Mayor Wally Nunez, and the Trade Licensing Board that would force all water taxis to move out of the town
Belize and Taiwan continue to deepen their educational partnership as sixty-four Belizean students have been awarded scholarships to study in Taiwan. This annual scholarship program, running for more than two decades, has now supported over seven hundred Belizean students. The orientation ceremony brought together government
