There is some encouraging news in the latest economic figures, but the numbers also come with a note of caution. Belize’s economy grew by two-point-nine percent in 2025, representing an increase of approximately one hundred and fifty million dollars. The primary and tertiary sectors, along
Abortion has once again emerged as a contentious national issue in Belize, reigniting debate over how the country should work to better address women's reproductive health needs. At the heart of the discussion are competing arguments over access to safe abortion services, pregnancies resulting from
A Belize City family says police have the wrong woman in custody while the person behind an alleged online scam remains at large. Delivery business owner and mother of two Anita Martinez was detained at her home on Monday night and later transferred to Corozal,
The deadline has passed, but the Briceño administration remains silent on the future of Belize’s Cuban medical brigade. In April, Cabinet gave the Ministries of Health and Foreign Affairs six months to present recommendations by the end of September. Health Minister Kevin Bernard says diplomatic
Less than a month after arriving in Belize, U.S. Ambassador Andre Bauer is becoming one of the country’s most visible diplomats. From dancing with schoolchildren and attending national ceremonies to joining the festivities at the Orange Walk Carnival, Bauer is immersing himself in Belizean culture
Caracol has stood for centuries as one of Belize’s most powerful links to the ancient Maya world. But time, harsh weather and human activity continue to threaten the sprawling archaeological site. Now, the United States Embassy is investing more than four hundred thousand dollars to
Twelve years after Special Constable Danny Conorquie made the ultimate sacrifice while defending Belizean territory at the Caracol Archaeological Reserve, the ancient Maya site is entering a new era of growth and investment. With hundreds of thousands of U.S. dollars earmarked for preservation works and
A taste of Jamaica, a touch of Belize, and a breathtaking view of the Caribbean Sea are coming together at one of Belize City's newest hotspots. It is not just somewhere to grab a meal or enjoy a drink. Funky Kingston wants to become an
The Statistical Institute of Belize says the country imported $2.207 billion in goods between January and August, up $301.5 million on the same period last year. Exports fell 14% to $272.8 million. Fuel drove the import bill. Belize spent $396.3 million on mineral fuels and lubricants,
The Civil Registry Department and Vital Statistics Unit (VSU) have temporarily taken its Civil Registry and Vital Statistics (CRVS) system offline after detecting unauthorised access during routine maintenance. The Civil Registry department says the shutdown is a security measure to allow technical teams to carry out
