Belize Water Services is clearing the air after concerns surfaced about E. coli in drinking water, following a recent report from the Statistical Institute of Belize. The company says the findings in the MICS Seven Report need context, and they’re assuring the public that tap
Back in October, the Briceño administration made a big move, buying Fortis Belize’s hydro assets and its thirty-three-percent stake in Belize Electricity Limited for a whopping one hundred and ten million Belize dollars. The deal sparked heated debates in both the House and Senate, with
In October, Jerome Palma officially took the reins as CEO of the Social Security Board, after serving as Deputy CEO for a year. The board says Palma is stepping in to lead the charge on financial sustainability and operational efficiency, two big priorities for the
The Social Security Board opened its doors today for a candid conversation with the media and key stakeholders. The CEO broke down how the board operates, shared its strategies, and tackled some of the public concerns head-on. The session zeroed in on contributions and benefits,
If there’s one lesson from the Netflix vs. Blockbuster saga, it’s this: adapt or disappear. Companies that innovate thrive, and those that don’t? Well, they fade into history. Caribbean International Brewery clearly got the memo. They started out as a cold beverage maker, but today,
There is a buzz here at Greater Belize Media and steady traffic by our devoted viewers. We are celebrating thirty-four years of the most exciting Belizean show of the Christmas season, GIMME FIVE, and tickets are selling fast! Producer Viannie Reyes is encouraging viewers to
United Democratic Party (UDP) Mesopotamia Area Representative Lee Mark Chang has dismissed reports of internal tension ahead of the party’s November 30 convention. According to Chang, these concerns are complete nonsense. "First and foremost, hogwash. There is no riff between me and Tracy; none at all,
Though the Belize Tourism Board(BTB) only joined the earliest conversations about the floating boardwalk, the organisation says the idea supports its long-term goal of upgrading Belize City as cruise arrivals continue to grow. CEO of the Ministry of Tourism, Nicole Usher-Solano, explained that Belize City remains
Local business owner and UDP politician Lee Mark Chang says the new mandatory motorcycle training could put a heavy strain on riders. The two-week course, starting 1 January, will cost up to $300 with a goal to improve safety and reduce accidents. Chang pointed out that
The Social Security Board (SSB) has not yet received any formal proposal regarding a possible investment in the recently acquired Fortis assets, according to its newly appointed Chief Executive Officer, Jerome Palma. While the government has already completed the purchase, Palma said that SSB has not
