Belize’s Japanese community may be small, but their cultural footprint is anything but. From the flavors we enjoy, and the martial arts practiced across the country, to the art, fashion, and the exploding popularity of anime and manga, Japanese culture has woven itself into Belizean
More than 130 former employees of Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL) have joined forces to demand severance payments they say the company has refused to honour. The group, calling itself the Belize Communications Workers for Justice (BCWJ), announced it will hold a press conference on Monday,
A grieving mother is struggling to come to terms with the loss of her son. “My son was a humble, respectable young man. My son is all about love. He loved his family," said Esmith Valerio, mother of 35-year-old security guard Darwin Valerio. Valerio was one
The Belize Police Department has released its 2025 crime statistics, but the usual CompStat media briefing was not held this year. The CompStat report shows major crimes dipped by about 1%. It fell from 1,098 cases to 1,086. Murders, burglaries, theft, and unlawful sexual intercourse all
The Government of Belize has begun a year‑long study to plan upgrades for the Northern Regional Hospital in Orange Walk Town and the Punta Gorda Community Hospital in Toledo District. The study, funded by the Central American Bank for Economic Integration (CABEI), will examine current services
UDP senators and civil society members have raised serious concerns over the National Assembly Powers, Privileges, and Immunities Bill 2025, saying it could weaken Parliament’s ability to hold the government accountable. In a statement today, the party singled out section 15(2), which requires public officers to
Constituency Development Fund figures released under a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request point to a voter‑based formula, but two divisions stand out with allocations above the standard, raising questions of fairness and transparency. Based on the data provided, electoral divisions with 3,500 voters or fewer
The Belize National Teachers’ Union (BNTU) has announced the death of one of its founding members, Brother George Frazer. The union said Frazer’s vision, faith, and tireless dedication were instrumental in shaping the BNTU’s foundation and mission, leaving a legacy that will endure for generations. The
Social activist Jerry Enriquez says the government has failed to provide meaningful transparency on Constituency Development Funds after receiving only a one‑page document in response to his Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. Enriquez had requested records dating back to 2020, including allocations, the principles guiding
The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) is reiterating its call for transparency in the ongoing proposed acquisition of SpeedNet by Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL). In a statement today, BCCI acknowledged the government’s decision to allow continued consultation following this week's Cabinet presentation. “Any such transaction
