Politics and Government
Community and Society
Trafficking in persons: First visit of UN independent expert to Belize
Press Release-Geneva- December 9th-The United Nations Special Rapporteur on trafficking in persons, Joy Ngozi Ezeilo, will visit Belize from 12 to 16 December 2013...
Government
Hon. Dean Barrow sends condolences as nation mourns Nelson Mandela
As the world mourns "the last global hero history will ever see", Hon. Dean Barrow extends condolences on the loss of Nelson Mandela.
Business & Economy
South African peace visionary Nelson Mandela, has died at 95
South African anti-apartheid revolutionary and politician Nelson Mandela passed away on December 5, 2013. He was a "symbol of justice in the court of the oppressor, the representative of the great ideals of freedom, fairness and democracy in a society that dishonored those virtues."
Community and Society
Canada contributes to enhanced security in Belize
Press Release-High Commission of Canada-December 4th-Today the Canadian High Commissioner to Belize, Stuart Savage, and Belize’s Chief Executive Officer for National Security, George Lovell,...
Community and Society
Belize-Mexico friendship established by Mexican congress
Press Release-Belize Press Office- December 2nd-On November 28th the Congress of Mexico formally established the Belize - Mexico Friendship Group. The group will serve...
Crime
Belize Coast Guard inaugurates new facility and graduates 30
The Belize Coast Guard celebrated its 8th anniversary by inaugurating its new San Pedro, Ambergris Caye base and graduating its 4th intake (30 total).
Business & Economy
National News: Sugar season delayed over dispute over bagasse profits
Because BSI has managed to make returns on bio-fuel using bagasse, cane farmers have indicated that their sugarcane has more value and are demanding more for their product.
Community and Society
San Pedro Town celebrates 29 years…Happy Township Day!
San Pedro Town celebrated 29 years of Township with an evening ceremony and a school-centered activity that honored those that make up this vibrant town.