In March 2023, the Government of Belize announced its decision to launch a Commission of Inquiry with the explanation that it was to modernize the sugar industry. The decision came after the Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association and A.S.R/B.S.I made presentations to the government. While
The Belize Sugar Cane Farmers Association is demanding that the Briceño administration fast-track the work of the sugar industry’s commission of inquiry. The agreed deadline for the commission to be established and its investigation to commence has passed. Well, Prime Minister John Briceño says he
We received a brief statement from the prime minister on the High Court’s ruling in relation to the Sugar Import/ Export Regulations. Prime Minister Briceño says he is not surprised by the ruling. He added that the government will adhere to the court’s decision. Prime Minister
As we told you last night, Opposition Leader Moses “Shyne” Barrow is of the view that the People’s United Party won in eight municipalities because of foreign government interference and electioneering. Well, PM Briceño says Barrow needs to look in the mirror and evaluate his
One municipality the People’s United Party is not celebrating in is San Ignacio, Santa Elena. In that municipality, the United Democratic Party won most of the seats that were up for grabs, except for one. This afternoon, Mayor Earl Trapp and his councilors were officially
There have been quite a few suicides over recent years, and even more attempts. A lot of the incidents could have been prevented, if only the victims had access to help. But the 2024-2030 Suicide Prevention Plan aims to save more of those lives that
This morning, the twenty-seventh annual Belikin La Ruta Maya Belize River Challenge commenced with much fanfare in the twin towns of Santa Elena and San Ignacio. Over the course of four days, sixty-seven paddlers will compete against each other and the currents, as they race
In a remarkable display of commitment to the Ministry of Education's More Campaign, Victorious Nazarene School is once again in the news showcasing the community of Succotz as a beacon of inclusivity and setting an example for institutions across Belize. In this week’s Look on
Attorney Orson "OJ" Elrington was today charged with rape. He appeared in the Belize City Magistrate's Court where he was offered bail of eight thousand dollars plus one surety. The prosecution did not object to bail. Director of Public Prosecutions, Cheryl Lynn Vidal told News Five,
Attorney Oscar Selgado was found guilty of abetment to commit murder by the High Court a few minutes ago. The Justice found that Selgado tried to hire Giovanni Ramirez to murder Marilyn Barnes in 2019. Barnesi had filed a complaint against Selgado to the General Legal Council.
Selgado was represented by Adolph Lucas Sr. The prosecution was represented by Director of Public Prosecution Cheryl Lynn Vidal.
