Business & Economy
Hol Chan Channel to remain closed till June 16th due to Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease
All corals observed with Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease, specifically at the Hol Chan channel, were administered antibiotics through a CoreRx base. A month will be required before HCMR can be certain that the treatment has worked, or if additional treatment will be needed.
Business & Economy
Tourism Minister says Tour Guide license renewals to be free of cost for three months
License renewals will be free of cost for 3 months, according to the Minister of Tourism. He also hopes that the International Airport can be opened July 1st - with proper safety protocols in place.
Business & Economy
COVID-19 pandemic continues to take its toll as unemployment soars
The COVID-19 crisis is far from over, and the economic situation in Belize is expected to get tighter as business decreases, and more people lose their jobs.
Business & Economy
Island residents oppose plans to build a water taxi terminal on beachfront of former Ruby’s Hotel
According to those who have seen the plans of the project, the design calls for a massive terminal over the water, complete with coffee shops, restaurants, and a three-story parking facility in front of the beach, among other amenities.Â
Business & Economy
Swimming and dining out is a go, after SOE regulations further relaxed
After nearly 2 months with a 'no swimming' rule in place, Belizeans are relieved that the State of Emergency regulations are relaxed. Dining out is also a welcome change.
Business & Economy
San Pedro Belize Express makes second donation to Caye Caulker and Ambergris Caye
SPBE made its second donation to both islands consisting of non-perishable items, flour, rice, beans, hygienic products among other basic necessities valued at around $20,000.
Business & Economy
IDB reports deteriorating tax revenues in the region
The IDB notes that low levels of revenue-generation in Latin America and the Caribbean restricts spending on public services —including health — and raises questions about how countries will finance the emergency social protection measures they are introducing to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic
Business & Economy
Prime Minister addresses controversy with the Public Service Union (PSU)
The PSU and GOB are at odds with the proposition of waiving or deferring their (PSU) increments in salaries for the current fiscal year.
