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OPINION || PSWT at a Crossroads: Projects, Pensions, and the Push for Dissolution
Dr. Philip Castillo The genesis of the Public Sector Workers Trust is four Government of Belize Circulars (#8, 9, 10 & 11 of 1996)...
3 days ago
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Editorial
The results of Belize’s 2025 General Election have rewritten an important chapter in the country’s political history. For the first time...
6 days ago
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Same Pledge, New Term: PM Again Promises 2025 Redistricting
Prime Minister John Briceño has reaffirmed that Belize's long-anticipated electoral redistricting will be completed by the end of 2025,...
6 days ago
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UNWEAKENED SUPERMAJORITYPUP retains constitution-changing numbers
For the first time in Belize’s post-independence history, a ruling party has maintained an unweakened supermajority in its second term...
6 days ago
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Commissioner: No Speculation Yet on San Pedro Hotel Deaths
Belize’s top law enforcement is awaiting the results of a toxicology report before confirming the cause of death for the three U.S. women...
6 days ago
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Shyne Barrow Steps Down as Leader of Belize’s United Democratic Party
In a stunning political turn, Shyne Barrow announced his immediate resignation as head of Belize’s United Democratic Party (UDP) in an...
6 days ago
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Belize Government Lotteries Relocates Live Drawings to Belmopan
The Belize Government Lotteries Ltd. has announced that, effective Sunday, April 27, 2025, the live drawing of all Belize government...
6 days ago
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Special Envoy Condemns Brutal Murder of Wendy Mendez
The Office of the Special Envoy for the Development of Families and Children has strongly condemned the brutal murder of Wendy Mendez,...
6 days ago
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Prime Minister Announces New Chief Executive Officers for Government Ministries
The Office of the Prime Minister has announced the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) appointments for key government ministries. The...
6 days ago
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Belize Expands Solar Energy Efforts with IFC Support
To help Belize secure energy and affordability, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group, is...
6 days ago
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Oceana Launches Reef Week with 12th Annual Ride to the Reef
Oceana kicked off Reef Week 2025 with its 12th annual Ride to the Reef, uniting over 60 cyclists in a 50-mile journey to raise awareness...
6 days ago
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Panton Faction Secures Party Majority - Tracy in. Shyne out. Lee Mark shines and Patrick dims.
Amid a sweeping PUP victory at the General elections, Moses “Shyne” Barrow has announced his intention to resign as Leader of the United...
Mar 13
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Briceño Sworn in for Second Term, Pledges Hard Work
Amidst a fractured opposition and historic voter apathy, John Briceno took the oath of office on March 13 for his second term as Prime...
Mar 13
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PUP Wins Amidst Historic Low Voter Turnout
Belize’s March 12 general election delivered a decisive victory for the People’s United Party (PUP) but the country saw the lowest voter...
Mar 13
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Belize Prepares for 14th Annual Reef Week 2025: "Building Resilience from Ridge to Reef!"
Belize is gearing up for the 14th Annual Reef Week, a nationwide celebration aimed at raising awareness about the Belize Barrier Reef’s...
Mar 13
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NGOs Back Janelle Chanona to Continue as 13th Senator
The network of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in good standing has officially endorsed Janelle Chanona to continue serving as...
Mar 13
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OAS to Observe Belize’s General Elections on March 12
Belize’s upcoming general elections on March 12, 2025, will be observed by the Organization of American States (OAS). Prime Minister John...
Mar 11
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New Election App Tracks Belize General Election 2025
The Elections & Boundaries Department has launched the Belize General Election 2025 App to help voters and stakeholders track the...
Mar 11
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Labour Department Reminds Employers to Give Time Off for Voting
The Labour Department is reminding all employers that they must allow their workers reasonable time off to vote on General Election Day,...
Mar 11
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Tariff War May Drive Up Belizean Prices, Economist Warns
A global tariff war involving Belize’s three largest trading partners— the U.S., China, and Mexico— is likely to raise consumer prices...
Mar 6
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