From alleged credit card scams in the BPO sector to complaints involving Nichole McDonald and Alberto August, recent cases have exposed just how complex cybercrime has become in Belize. As more business, communication and financial activity move online, the government says the law must keep
A recent spike in drug-related crime in western Belize has prompted an intensified police response, with Home Affairs Minister Julius Espat saying authorities are aggressively targeting the flow of crack cocaine, firearms and criminal activity in the Cayo District. Speaking with Espat today, he explained
After years of leaks, mould and repeated promises, renovations are finally underway at the Raccoon Street Police Station. Home Affairs Minister Julius Espat says crews have started the first phase of a major refurbishment aimed at transforming the deteriorating building. The project seeks to create
Belize’s redistricting case has a new judge, but the unexplained switch is raising concerns about openness. Justice Tawanda Hondora was replaced while an application accusing him of bias remained undecided. Activist Jeremy Enriquez now wants the Chief Justice to explain the reassignment and say whether
Can Belize attract foreign workers and investors without losing control of its immigration priorities? That’s the balance the government says it wants to strike through a proposed amendment to the Immigration Act. The legislation would give the Labor Commissioner a seat on the Visa Vetting
As cane farmers await final payment on this year’s harvest, Belize’s sugar industry is facing another difficult period, with Prime Minister John Briceño pointing to climate change and the mealybug among the challenges confronting farmers. But he says expanding local refining and selling more refined
She is only five years old, and her family says she is still dealing with the pain of being knocked down during the midday rush near her school. Relatives say a motorcycle struck the child inside a designated safe zone near Santa Elena Primary School,
The government says the Belize Sustainable Ocean Plan will help protect the country’s waters while unlocking opportunities for development. The Opposition, however, says a plan this important deserves more than an overnight review. Prime Minister John Briceño introduced the motion earlier today, seeking approval for
They helped build families, communities and the country itself. Today, senior citizens from across Belize took center stage at Digi Park for a flagship Elderly Week celebration. The gathering brought older Belizeans together for a day of entertainment, fellowship and recognition, while reminding the country
A landowner has paid BZ$10,000 to settle with the Forest Department after clearing red mangroves without a permit. The settlement involves Sanju Lal Chulani, whose property at Mile 6.5 on the Phillip Goldson Highway was inspected by the Forest Department on September 17 following concerns about
