Two talented Mopan Maya artists from San Antonio Village are in Barbados, and they took Belize’s rich Indigenous culture with them. Luciana Chun and Magdalena Chiac were selected to represent Belize at CARIFESTA XV, the Caribbean’s biggest celebration of arts and culture. These master artists
When it comes to coastal clean up and mangrove restoration in northern Belize, the Three Lagoons Sustainability Program is taking the lead. What started as an organization with four members seven years ago catapulted in a movement of education and community empowerment. Seven years ago,
The Scarlet Macaw is one of Belize’s most stunning birds, but its bright colors and loud calls make it an easy target for poachers. In the Chiquibul, Friends for Conservation and Development is working tirelessly to protect these rare macaws and give them a fighting
It feels good to do good. That’s the message behind the Good Deeds Day movement. Every year on April twelfth, millions of people around the globe dive head-first into making their community a better place. But community service isn’t a one-day mission. This week, in
The Department of Transport (DoT) is requesting all holders of valid wide-load permits to visit its Belmopan office for amendments to their existing permits. Permit holders must present their original permits along with the official receipts. The Department will issue updated permits reflecting revised conditions designed
Belize City is stepping up efforts to prepare for climate-related disasters. The City Council, National Emergency Management Organisation (NEMO), and the United Nations have partnered on a workshop focused on the impacts of hurricanes, floods, bushfires, and heatwaves, and how better planning can protect residents. "This
The 34th Annual Carnival King and Queen Competition amped up the season's colours, music, and creativity at the Belize City Civic Centre on Saturday night. Seven bands, four senior and three junior, showcased fourteen elaborate costumes that told stories of heritage, fantasy, and celebration. "I must
Oferico Ico, a 33-year-old prison officer, has been released on bail after being charged with raping a woman at her home in Lords Bank on August 20. The victim identified Ico as her attacker. No plea was entered, but Hamilton requested bail, which the court granted.
The Belize City Council has announced that City Administrator Albert Vaughan will be stepping down from his role effective October 31, 2025. Vaughan, who served with dedication and professionalism, is leaving for personal reasons. According to a press release, during his tenure, Vaughan played a key
The Government of Belize has introduced the Moneylenders (Amendment) Bill 2025, which builds on the existing Moneylenders Regulations of 2017 to tighten oversight and protect borrowers. The bill requires anyone wishing to lend money to register as a company and have at least fifty thousand dollars
