The High Court's ceremonial opening kicked off on Monday with a grand parade through the city streets, starting with an ecumenical service at the Holy Redeemer Cathedral on North Front Street and ending at the Chief Justice's courtroom. Just a day later, the court is
Lee Mark Chang has thrown his hat into the ring for Mesopotamia. Although he lost in Freetown over a decade ago and again in Caribbean Shores in 2020, this time there's a more sinister twist—his candidacy seems aimed at unseating Area Representative Moses 'Shyne' Barrow.
Aside from those at the head table, the front rows were packed with political hopefuls vying for various constituencies under Panton's banner. The room at the Alliance for Democracy’s headquarters on Euphrates Avenue was overflowing with supporters. So, does this spell trouble for Barrow? Patrick
When it was finally Lee Mark Chang's turn to speak at the event, he kept it brief. He explained his decision to run in the Mesopotamia constituency against Barrow, emphasizing that when he fights, he fights to win. He also dismissed any claims that he's
Panton was asked if Chang’s candidacy in Mesopotamia means both he and Barrow will lose, potentially giving up a seat the U.D.P. has held for decades. Panton firmly dismissed that idea, saying she doesn't buy into that narrative. [caption id="attachment_33592" align="alignright" width="300"]
Lord Michael Ashcroft joined the Open Your Eyes talk show this morning, diving into Belize's political landscape. The prominent businessman and keen political observer didn't hold back, offering his take on the increasing rift within the United Democratic Party. Lord Michael Ashcroft, Political Observer “This is a
Today, Panton announced that the alliance has filed a motion in the High Court to stop Shyne from appointing candidates to run against the duly elected and endorsed standard bearers of the U.D.P. She also mentioned that their attorneys will be writing to the Elections
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