Belize is taking a hard look at how its workforce has changed and rewriting the rules to keep up. The Ministry of Labor has launched a major review of the country’s decades-old Labor Act, saying it no longer reflects today’s reality. From the surge in
A key piece of legislation aimed at protecting workers is hitting another delay tonight. The Occupational Safety and Health Bill, meant to tackle long-standing concerns about workplace safety, could take weeks before it even returns to the National Assembly. Senators have already submitted their recommendations,
Health Minister Kevin Bernard is calling on the Catholic Church to rethink its opposition to the HPV vaccine, as tensions grow over vaccination efforts in church-run schools. Countering recent concerns, Bernard says the ministry follows strict protocols, including parental consent and clear public education. He
Tonight, questions are growing over the rising cost of the long-awaited San Pedro General Hospital. Reports suggest the price tag could climb beyond its original budget, but Health Minister Kevin Bernard says the project is still on track. He points to major upgrades, like expanded
After months of silence, the controversial Saudi-funded university hospital in Belmopan is moving again. The project sparked fierce backlash in 2024 when government ditched plans to build on UB land and instead bought fifteen acres of private property for nearly seven million dollars, drawing criticism
The race for San Pedro’s top job is gaining momentum, nearly a year ahead of municipal elections. Mayor Wally Nuñez has made it clear he’s not stepping aside, announcing a bid for a third term with the backing of Area Rep. Andre Perez. But he
A government-wide freeze on public officers’ transfers is running into real-world resistance. Back in April, the Ministry of Public Service hit pause on all transfers, but now another ministry says that blanket approach isn’t working. Immigration CEO Tanya Santos argues the moratorium is tying their
A Belizean deportee has taken an unusual route, choosing not to return home. Instead of coming back to Belize, the U.S. deportee opted to be sent to St. Kitts and Nevis under a “safe third country” arrangement. The decision highlights a little-known option available in
Hurricane season is almost here, but don’t let a ‘quiet’ forecast fool you. Belize officially enters the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season on June first, and while forecasters are predicting slightly below-normal activity, the threat is far from over. Up to fourteen named storms could still
Community health workers are the backbone of care in Belize’s most remote villages, making home visits, tracking children’s health, supporting patients, and even translating during clinics. Today, the Ministry of Health and Wellness launched its National Community Health Strategy to strengthen that frontline force through
