The Belize Advisory Council has received a Notice of Appeal from the attorney representing DeAndre Reid, the former Police Constable dismissed for using excessive force when he fatally shot the Governor General’s pet dog. Reid was charged with discharging a firearm without authorization after the incident
Williams stood firm on his decision, emphasizing the seriousness of the offense. He believed that Reid was properly informed of his arrest and that the principles of natural justice were followed. Williams explained that he used his discretion to dismiss Reid due to the severity
Television made its debut in Belize in 1981 with Tropical Vision airing on Channel 7. In the early days, there were three main channels: seven, nine, and sometimes eleven, which rebroadcasted programs from North America. By the mid-80s, the Chicago Cubs games and soap operas
After a late evening meeting, the Elections and Boundaries Commission decided that all forty-one United Democratic Party candidates, under the leadership of Shyne Barrow and Tracy Panton, will be assigned the color red. This decision is based on the fact that the High Court won't
Tonight, we will continue our "Meet the Candidates" series. In this segment, we're heading west to Belmopan and Cayo South. Voters in these areas will have to choose between the incumbent P.U.P. candidate and two U.D.P. candidates. It's shaping up to be an unprecedented election
Seventy schools across the country are now connected to high-speed internet, thanks to the ConnectED project. This fantastic initiative is a joint effort between the Ministry of Education and Digi, ensuring that schools not only get fast internet but also receive top-notch technical support, maintenance,
The Protected Areas Conservation Trust (PACT) and the Association of Protected Areas Management Organizations (APAMO) have teamed up, signing a strategic partnership agreement during a ceremony at the Ministry of Sustainable Development’s Auditorium in Belmopan. The main goal of this partnership is to boost the
Today's signing reaffirms PACT's dedication to its conservation partners, including APAMO and community-based organizations, that act as guardians of our natural heritage, protecting its ecological, social, and environmental significance. APAMO serves as an umbrella organization for NGOs and CBOs managing protected areas in Belize. In
In the heart of Belize, a group of determined women is embarking on a fragrant journey to master the art of growing and cultivating vanilla. This initiative not only promises to boost local agriculture but also empowers these women with new skills and economic opportunities.
Boris Mannsfeld's former associate, Frik De Meyere, has been released from police custody. De Meyere was picked up by police for questioning in connection with Mannsfeld's murder case. This was confirmed by Police Commissioner Chester Williams on Monday. Though De Meyere has been released, his phone,
