As Belize continues to struggle with gun violence, the decision to lift the ban on .223 rifles is stirring fresh debate, and not everyone is convinced it’s a good idea. When the Firearms and Ammunition Control Board ended its moratorium on the high‑powered rifles, concerns
Progress is rolling in for the long awaited BelCan Bridge replacement, but for some commuters and small business owners, it’s coming with tough decisions. As the government clears the way for a temporary bridge to keep traffic moving during construction, taxi operators and roadside vendors
Belize is looking ahead to make sure village water systems can keep up with growing demand and the planning is now done. The Belize Social Investment Fund has completed consultations for a new water demand study that zeroes in on how much water twenty‑one communities
Rising tensions over land in southern Belize drew top government officials to San Marcos Village today, as Maya residents and a private landowner face off over disputed territory. Villagers insist the land in question is communal, and say a private landowner is overstepping those boundaries. With
For families in rural Belize, reliable water can mean the difference between getting by and going without. Now, a new international investment is changing that. In October 2025, Belize secured approval for a ten-million-dollar climate adaptation project that will use solar energy and innovative water
What does it mean to do more for your students? The Ministry of Education's MoRE Campaign has been asking schools that question since 2023, challenging them to go beyond the classroom across five pillars: digital learning, health, inclusion, involvement, and creativity. Schools submit their efforts,
The Ministry of Education is warning the public after reports that individuals have been approaching students in western Belize near school compounds and asking "sensitive questions under the guise of surveys." The Ministry is reminding the public that no one is allowed to visit schools without
Police today destroyed one of the largest drug seizures in recent years. Commissioner of Police Dr Richard Rosado confirmed that authorities disposed of cocaine seized in Neuland, Corozal, and cannabis intercepted in the Lords Bank area earlier this month. Pursuant to the Misuse of Drugs Act, Rosado
Aerial surveillance has led to the discovery and destruction of dozens of cannabis plants in a remote area in the Toledo District. According to reports, law enforcement officers conducted a reconnaissance operation using a drone assigned to the Special Branch office. The aerial scan directed the
As the long-awaited replacement of the BelCan Bridge moves closer to reality, the ripple effects are already being felt along the Phillip Goldson Highway. Several small businesses, car dealers, and taxi operators are now being told to clear out, making way for a temporary bridge
