Politics and Government
Politics and Government
2024 Municipal Elections are around the corner; island political parties gearing up
Next year, San Pedranos will be called to exercise their constitutional right and vote in the Municipal Elections set for March 6, 2024. The current San Pedro Town Council local administration under the People's United Party (PUP) will seek a second term in office. At the same time, the members of the United Democratic Party (UDP) have also announced their slate and have been campaigning house to house to garner enough support to challenge the local town council in March.
Community and Society
UDP Christmas Extravaganza entertains island children and families
On Saturday, December 16th, members of the United Democratic Party (UDP), poised for the upcoming Municipal Election, hosted a family Christmas show at the Honourable Louis Sylvester Sporting Arena. The extravaganza brought joy and laughter to island children and their parents as members of the popular Mexican group' Star Shows' presented a series of interactive Christmas-themed performances. The dance numbers featured characters such as PJ Masks, Rudolph, Frosty the Snowman, Santa Claus, and Disney's Mickey Mouse and his friends.
Politics and Government
San Pedro’s PUP hosts endorsement convention
The People's United Party (PUP) town council slate in San Pedro Town hosted their endorsement convention on Saturday, December 1st, at the Honourable Louis Sylvestre Sporting Complex. Current San Pedro Town Council Members, Mayor Gualberto' Wally' Nuñez and councilors Dianeli Aranda, Ernesto Bardalez, Jose Castellanos, Marina Kay, Adaly Ayuso, and Johonnia Duarte are completing their first term in office and aspire to be re-elected in the municipal elections set for March 2024.
Politics and Government
Jazelie Azueta removed as UDP Standard Bearer for Belize Rural South
Following a meeting on Saturday, September 2nd by the National Party Council (NPC) of the United Democratic Party (UDP), Jazelie ‘Jaz’ Azueta was formally removed as Standard Bearer for the Belize Rural South (BRS) constituency. According to members within the party, this is the consequence of not supporting the protest held by Belize City members of the UDP in San Pedro Town on Thursday, August 31st, against the current People’s United Party (PUP) government. The decision to remove Azueta was not welcomed among UDP supporters on the island, and on Monday, September 4th, Azueta released a statement on her dismissal.
Politics and Government
After allegations of misconduct, Minister Andre Perez granted leave of absence from Cabinet
Area Representative of Belize Rural South (The Cayes) and Minister of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation Andre Perez was granted a leave of absence...
Politics and Government
Jazeli ‘Jaz’ Azueta endorsed as UDP Standard Bearer for Belize Rural South
At a private event on Saturday, December 10th, Jazeli ‘Jaz’ Azueta was officially endorsed as the United Democratic Party (UDP) standard-bearer for the Belize Rural South (BRS) constituency consisting of San Pedro, Town Ambergris Caye, and Caye Caulker. The closed-door activity also saw the election of UDP delegates, who will work alongside Azueta as she prepares to contest the BRS seat in the next general elections set for 2025.
Politics and Government
Former government minister John Saldivar accused of “significant corruption” – barred from the USA
On Tuesday, November 15th, the United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken announced the public designation of past government official and Area Representative for Belmopan under the United Democratic Party, John Saldivar, for involvement in "significant corruption". As a result, Saldivar and his immediate family members are no longer eligible for entry into the U.S.
Politics and Government
Jazelie ‘Jaz” Azueta signs up as Standard Bearer for Belize Rural South
On September 30th, the United Democratic Party (UDP) closed its Standard Bearers’ application period, with several party supporters across the country putting down their names for the opportunity to run for Area Representatives in the next general elections in 2025. Among those submitting their applications was San Pedrana Jazelie ‘Jaz’ Azueta, who looks forward to contesting the seat of the Belize Rural South (BRS) Constituency made up of San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, Caye Caulker, and St. George’s Caye.
