Tuesday, October 7, 2025

Politics and Government

Hon. Andre Perez unveils plans for Belize Rural South and discusses challenges in his Ministry of the Blue Economy and Civil Aviation

Area Representative for Belize Rural South (BRS) Honourable Andre Perez addressed his constituency via Facebook to discuss his plans to address issues affecting the coastal constituency immediately.

Belize has a Blue Economy Ministry; where did it emerge from, and what is it about?

The Blue Economy is a strategy created by the Commonwealth, an association of 54 countries, of which Belize is a member. These nations have agreed to actively cooperate to solve ocean/sea-related problems and meet commitments for sustainable marine areas’ development.

Area Representative Andre Perez visits with his ministry; meets with San Pedro’s Mayor Daniel Guerrero to discuss way forward

New BRS Area Representative Perez has committed to work hard and ensure residents have access to affordable, quality housing and education for their children, with a 100-day plan to address several issues and needs on the islands.

PUP sweeps the 2020 General Elections 26-5; Andre Perez unseats Manuel Heredia Jr.

The PUP has taken 26 out of 31 seats in Government, and Belize has a new Prime Minister, Juan Antonio "Johnny" Briceño. In Belize Rural South, businessman Andre Perez is the new Area Representative, having unseated long-time rep Manuel Heredia Jr.

Andre Perez is new BRS Area Representative under the newly elected PUP Government

Belize Rural South has a new area representative after 17 years, as Andre Perez of the People's United Party defeated incumbent Manuel Heredia Jr.

2020 Belize General Elections: Polls are closed; BRS records 74% turnout

Belize Rural South has registered a 74% voter turnout in the 2020 General Elections at the closing of the polls at 6pm. Reminder: A curfew is in place from 9pm-4:59am - Stay Home - Stay Safe!

Mid-way through the general elections; voter turnout is at a lull

Up to 2PM, 4,242 of 8,586 registered voters had made it to the BRS polls in the 2020 General Elections, but candidates believe more voters will turn up.

Voters turning out steadily as 2020 General Elections get underway

As of 7AM, polling stations opened across the country for the 2020 General Elections. Today, Belizeans will elect a new government. With a total...