Incoming C.E.O. Chester Williams is already making his mark at the Ministry of Transport. On Monday, he joined the newly appointed transport board for their first meeting. Minister Zabaneh mentioned that the meeting aimed to familiarize the new board with the current transport regulations. [caption id="attachment_41983"
The Ministry of Health & Wellness has confirmed the first locally transmitted malaria cases in over six years in Santa Elena Town and Cristo Rey Village, Cayo District. This development marks a significant setback in Belize's efforts to prevent the re-establishment of malaria. Malaria, a
Haitian nationals often make headlines in Belize due to migration issues, which sometimes cast them in a negative light. However, many Haitians have lived in Belize for decades, making this country their home. They fled their impoverished homeland in search of a better life and
As the humanitarian crisis in Haiti worsens, the International Organization for Migration (IOM) is urging the international community to step up support for those displaced by gang violence and instability. In a statement today, the IOM revealed that over one million people are now displaced
One area that will need significant attention under Minister Dr. Louis Zabaneh's leadership is Indigenous Affairs. The Government of Belize and Maya communities in Toledo are working together to implement the 2015 CCJ Consent Order. Just six days ago, the CCJ held its latest monitoring
If the newly appointed Minister of Transport can't get support from bus operators, his incoming Chief Executive Officer, Chester Williams, will surely give it a shot. With his background as the highest-ranking police officer, Williams brings a wealth of enforcement expertise to the ministry. However,
The Easter holiday is just around the corner, and many are in the final stages of their travel preparations. As the public gears up to embark on various land and sea journeys, the Belize Police Department is reminding everyone to exercise extreme caution this season.
Incoming CEO Chester Williams is expected to bring a strong enforcement edge to the Ministry of Transport, according to Minister Dr. Louis Zabaneh. Although Williams officially assumes the post on May 1, he has already begun attending meetings and familiarising himself with the portfolio. "His strengths
Following a series of alarming incidents involving public buses—including accidents and even one vehicle catching fire—newly appointed Minister of Transport, Dr. Louis Zabaneh, is promising urgent action to safeguard commuters. “This is a critical function that must be carried out very carefully,” Dr. Zabaneh said today
As Haiti faces a rapidly escalating humanitarian crisis, Director General of the International Organisation for Migration (IOM), Amy Pope, is calling on the global community to urgently increase support for displaced families struggling amid violence and instability. During a recent high-level visit to Port-au-Prince, Pope met
