Community and Society
Initial SPTC audit reveals ‘disturbing results’; street rehabilitation plans announced
Mayor Gualberto’ Wally’ Nuñez stated on Wednesday, March 24th, that an audit of the San Pedro Town (SPTC) Council has started. Based on the initial findings, changes must be made to continue operating efficiently. The situation was described as ‘tough’ as some of the investigation results so far are ‘very disturbing.’ On the other hand, SPTC has been busy talking with the Ministry of Works about rehabilitating the streets at the different subdivisions on the island.
Community and Society
World Cup qualifying game between Belize and Haiti is a go!
After a FIFA's Match Commissioner reviewed Haiti's unstable situation, he confirmed on Wednesday, March 24th, that the World Cup qualifier between Belize and that country would continue as scheduled. The game is taking place tomorrow, Thursday, March 25th starting at 3PM Belize time
Community and Society
A year of COVID-19 on Ambergris Caye; then and now
A year ago San Pedro Town was the first in the country of Belize to report a COVID-19 case. A year later, countrywide 12,410 people have tested positive with 316 deaths. Of late numbers have dropped significantly and the health of the country and our tourism is on the rebound.
Community and Society
New Ambassador takes the reins of the Taiwanese Embassy in Belize
The Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) in Belize has a new ambassador. He is His Excellency (H.E.) David Kuan-Chou Chien. On his first working day on Monday, March 22nd, Chien presented his letters of Credence to the Governor General of Belize, H.E Sir Colville Young. On behalf of his government, Chien pledged to promote mutual interests and strengthen the relationship between Belize and Taiwan.
Community and Society
Sharon Matola: The founder of the Belize Zoo and warrior in environmental conservation, passes away
The world's best little haven for animals, the Belize Zoo lost its beloved founder, Sharon Matola, on Sunday, March 21st. Matola was 66 years old, and her death caught many by surprise, prompting messages of condolences even from the Prime Minister describing her as a pioneer in many regards.
Community and Society
Four visitors on San Pedro test positive for COVID-19; community testing decreases
Four cases of COVID-19 in San Pedro Town are isolated to a small group of visitors (tourists) who remain in quarantine. These patients are in stable health and have not developed severe symptoms. Community-wide the medical team at the Dr. Otto Rodriguez San Pedro Polyclinic II is reporting that the number of persons visiting the Mar de Tumbo Flu clinic for testing has decreased. They have noticed less interest from islanders in getting tested, which is concerning since the virus is still out there.
Community and Society
Site visit by PAHO/WHO and the British High Commission in the San Ignacio Community Hospital
As part of the Smart Health Care Facilities in the Caribbean Project, PAHO/WHO Belize and the British High Commissioner, Her Excellency, Claire Evans, visited the San Ignacio Community Hospital, one of five health facilities in Belize being retrofitted to become safer, greener, and more resilient to natural disasters and climate change.
Community and Society
Foreign Minister Participates in the Tenth UK-Caribbean Forum
Hon. Eamon Courtenay, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, and Immigration, co-chaired the virtual 10th UK-Caribbean Forum held today alongside Rt. Hon. Dominic Raab, UK Foreign Secretary; Lord Ahmad of Wimbledon, UK Minister for South Asia and the Commonwealth; and Hon. Wendy Morton MP, UK Minister for European Neighbourhood and the Americas.