Wednesday, March 11, 2026

Arts & Culture

Island beauty Iris Salguero will represent Belize at Miss Universe pageant

Stunning Miss Iris Salguero will represent Belize at the 2021 Miss Universe Pageant, expected to take place in the first quarter of 2021 in the US.

UNESCO Elects Belizean to Evaluation Body of the 2003 Convention

The Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology and the National Institute of Culture and History is pleased to announce the Election of Mr. Nigel Encalada to the Evaluation Body of UNESCO’s 2003 Convention for the Safeguarding of Intangible Cultural Heritage.

Zee Edgell: One of Belize’s most renowned authors has passed away

Renowned Belizean author Zee Edgell leaves behind a legacy in literature and education, having catapulted Belize's name via her writings.

Remembering the legendary Andy Palacio

Andy Palacio died in 2008, and before his death was a leading activist for the Garifuna people and their culture, while sharing the Punta music with world and putting Belize on the map. 

NGC Urges Garinagu and Belizeans to Celebrate Safely

NGC has been working diligently over the past few weeks to host a variety of virtual activities and to ensure that we are still able to celebrate and highlight the vibrant Garifuna culture, language, music and dance, while keeping social interaction to a minimum.

Belize set to launch its first Film and Media School

A historic MOU to develop the first Film and Media School in Belize has been signed between Galen University and the Office of the Belize Film Commissioner (OBFC).

Islander Jeshua Muñoz wins Young Minister’s Award at the 2020 Belize Youth Awards

As a motivated youth leader on the island and mental health advocate, Jeshua Muñoz has been awarded the 2020 Young Minister’s Award for Leadership and Advocacy.

Remembering Jerry Jeff Walker and Camp Belize

Legendary musician Jerry Jeff Walker, a longtime friend of San Pedro passed away on October 23rd. Walker performed on the island for more than 25 years, with fans flocking to the island yearly for Camp Belize. His generosity to the community and memorable concerts will be sorely missed.