Central America and the Dominican Republic are facing their most dangerous political and social moment in decades, according to the Seventh State of the Region Report 2025, launched today by the University of Belize Research Office and regional partners. “As the first quarter of the 21st
The annual Bob Marley Tribute returns this weekend, marking 22 years of honouring the reggae legend. For organiser Joel “Dara” Robinson, the event is not just about music. It is about community, consciousness, and giving back. Robinson, who calls himself a “grassroots man”, said Marley’s message
San Pedro has officially opened its new Artisans Market following an inauguration ceremony hosted by the Belize Tourism Board (BTB). The market is located at the El Embarcadero site on Nurse Shark Street and was completed in January. Built with durable, coastal-appropriate materials, the weather-resistant facility
The Social Security Board has again deferred a decision on Belize Telemedia Limited’s proposed acquisition of Speednet. SSB Board members have cited the need for more information before making a final decision. Board members met in Belmopan on Wednesday instead due to the planned UDP demonstration
National Trade Union Congress of Belize President Ella Waight moved on Wednesday to clearly separate organised labour from party politics, even as unions and the United Democratic Party (UDP) protested the proposed BTL-SMART acquisition outside the Social Security Board in Belize City. Waight said the unions’
The Belize Communication Workers for Justice (BCWJ) staged their third day of protest today, demanding severance payments they say have been withheld for decades by Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL). The group says at least 175 former BTL employees remain unpaid, although the company has reportedly settled
The Belize City Council is taking steps to secure legal titles to several public parks, including Memorial Park, Rock Park, Wilton Cumberbatch, and Manatee Park. Mayor Bernard Wagner explained the importance of the effort, saying, “I have to leave here better than I found it.” He
Four students from Cleveland will arrive in Belize on Friday to explore our business and agriculture. The trip is being organised by two U.S. groups, the Prolific Achievers Academy and the entrepreneurial organisation Pink and Black Honors. Aharon Ben-Keymah, founder of the Prolific Achievers Academy, said
Police have charged 27-year-old Benyati Brandon for the murder of 21-year-old Paul Smith Jr. of La Democracia Village. The murder occurred earlier this week. Brandon also faces charges of attempted murder. Smith, who had recently been released from Belize Central Prison, was shot multiple times in
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado said elections could be held later this year, according to a Thursday report by Politico. Machado told the news outlet her coalition won 70% of the vote in the disputed 2024 election, which meant the opposition has strong public
