March 21st marks World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) 2025, a global celebration of inclusion, advocacy, and the incredible contributions of people with Down syndrome. This year’s theme, “Improve Our Support Systems”, highlights the need for stronger resources, better accessibility, and inclusive opportunities for individuals with
Allison Mendez of the Belize Port Authority has embarked on a prestigious training opportunity in Suriname. She was selected to participate in the International Association of Marine Aids to Navigation and Lighthouse Authorities (IALA) Level 1 Aids to Navigation (AtoN) Manager Course—a program focused on
Belize's healthcare system is set to undergo a thorough overhaul. Today, the government of Belize, through the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MOHW), has launched the Belize Health Sector Strategic Plan (BHSSP) 2025-2034. In a statement, the ministry said that the plan "outlines a clear vision
A $91,823 Toyota Hilux has been delivered to the Belize Forest Department to enhance fieldwork for mangrove mapping, carbon stock assessments, and vital data collection. In a statement, the the Blue Bond and Finance Permanence Unit from the Office of the Prime Minister said, "This
Over 124 law books were donated to the Senior Courts of Belize from the International Law Book Facility (ILBF), a London-based charity. This donation replenishes resources lost when Hurricane Lisa destroyed the Supreme Court library. The contribution was presented by Linda Dobbs, DBE, an esteemed jurist
By Dr QU Dongyu, Director-General of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Our forests play a vital role in feeding the world. From wild foods to fresh water, from shelter to energy, forests sustain billions of people and biodiversity. Yet we continue to
Women are increasingly shaping the future of the Belize Coast Guard, with Alma Pinelo breaking new ground as the first female Acting Vice Commandant. Pinelo, who has served for over a decade, is one of two female lieutenant commanders and continues to advocate for female
The McFadzean family’s life was turned upside down on Friday morning when twenty-one-year-old Floyd McFadzean was tragically shot and killed on Cemetery Road, Belize City. Floyd, an employee at an insurance company, was driving his Ford Fusion with two passengers when his vehicle was suddenly
Gregory S. Roth, a fugitive wanted by the Bexar County Sheriff's Office on 11 counts of possession of child pornography, has been captured in Belize. Roth was last seen on Thursday morning in Placencia, Belize, and authorities believed he was using the alias “Christopher” while attempting
Pastor Mark Anthony Humes, a taxi operator from Burrell Boom Village, has been released after the Belize Police Department withdrew charges against him. Humes was arrested earlier this week and charged with possession of 1,137 grams of cocaine, along with six fishermen from the North. The
