The upcoming October 8 referendum in the popular, laid-back Belizean island Caye Caulker is opening room for a much broader discussion among members of the public on cannabis legalisation in Belize. The referendum question is: “"Should the Government of Belize pass legislation to create a responsible,
Belize has been elected to Part III of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Council for the period 2025–2028. Kennedy Carrillo will represent Belize on the 36-member ICAO Council during that period. The vote took place today during the 42nd Session of the ICAO Assembly. "This is
Strong criticism has emerged from the Opposition following Cabinet’s decision to launch an independent investigation into the alleged kidnapping of Joseph Budna while reinstating Commissioner of Police Dr Richard Rosado to active duty. UDP Leader Moses “Shyne” Barrow said the investigation was “compromised”, pointing to concerns
A female jaguar was discovered dead in the Malacate area of Independence Village, Stann Creek District, yesterday. The Belize Forest Department confirmed the carcass was in an advanced state of decomposition and weighed about 110 pounds. Investigators found the jaguar had been shot and one
Cabinet has announced that an independent investigation will be launched into the kidnapping of Joseph Budna, following the submission of a police inquiry report. Prime Minister John Briceño received the report today from lead investigator Assistant Commissioner of Police Suzette Anderson. Given the high public interest
Twenty-two indigenous women artisans in southern Belize have completed Phase Two of the Advanced Product Development and Design Project. The initiative was spearheaded by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Culture, and Immigration (MFAFTCI) in partnership with Taiwan ICDF and Home of Indigenous Arts
The Belize City Council has confirmed the appointment of Ambassador Dr Candice Pitts as the new City Administrator. She takes up the role on November first, 2025. The Council said her selection followed the recommendation of an interview committee and pointed to her “proven record of
The head of Mexico-based evangelical megachurch La Luz del Mundo has pleaded not guilty to sex trafficking charges in a New York court. Naasón Joaquín García, 56, is already serving a 16-year prison sentence in California after admitting to sexually abusing girls from his congregation in
For the second day in a row, students at Corozal Community College were sent home after classes failed to continue as scheduled. Parents dropped off their children this morning, only to be called back again to pick their kids up by nine o’clock. The disruption comes
The debate over marijuana legalisation is intensifying on Caye Caulker as October 8 approaches. A week from now, residents will head to the polls for Belize’s first cannabis referendum, and the island community is sharply divided. Leading the ‘Hope Not Dope’ campaign is long-time resident and
