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B.T.L.’s Chief Executive Officer, Ivan Tesucum that the company made one hundred and fity million dollars in revenue with twenty one point six million is profits. Tesucum highlighted the company’s achievements, including a significant fifty-four percent increase in dividends, now at twenty cents per share compared to last year’s thirteen cents per share. He attributed […]
Written on November 24, 2023 | Posted in
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Regarding the transition of various government departments and ministries from B.T.L. to SMART’s telephone service, Chairman Mark Lizarraga, assured that the loss of these accounts has not significantly impacted the company’s overall performance. Lizarraga views this shift as an opportunity for B.T.L. to enhance its competitiveness. Mark Lizarraga, Chairman, B.T.L. Board of Directors “We […]
Written on November 24, 2023 | Posted in
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DIGI became the first mobile operator to introduce the eSIMS to the local market. For the next fiscal year, BTL is looking toward artificial intelligence. It says that AI is another major trend in 2023, as it can detect network issues, perform self-repairs and safeguard networks from fraudulent activities. Board Chairman, Mark Lizarraga says the […]
Written on November 24, 2023 | Posted in
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Two members of B.T.L.’s Board of Directors, businessman Michael Bowen and attorney Denise Courtenay, have chosen to step down from their roles with the company. Chairman Mark Lizarraga explained that directors are appointed by shareholders and have the discretion to leave when they feel they have made their desired contributions. Both Bowen and Courtenay cited […]
Written on November 24, 2023 | Posted in
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Today in Belmopan, a ceremony marked the launch of the Sixteen Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence. Spanning from November 25th, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to December 10th, Human Rights Day, this period underscores a global commitment to combatting gender-based violence. Today’s event commenced with Ian King, the Deputy […]
Written on November 24, 2023 | Posted in
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In this week’s edition of The Bright Side, we shine a spotlight on the inspiring story of Aspinal Welch, a determined young man who, despite facing the challenges of navigating life in a wheelchair, is actively pursuing his aspirations. Aspinal is a dedicated craftsman, making rosaries by hand at a Catholic Church in Belize City. […]
Written on November 24, 2023 | Posted in
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A legal challenge is presently before the Chief Magistrate regarding a residential address in Mesopotamia provided by the Leader of the Opposition. We have been reporting on the progress of this matter in the lower court. But recently, things have spilled outside of the courtroom and into the street where Prime Minister John Briceño has […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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On November fourteenth, Financial Secretary Joseph Waight wrote to Cabinet Secretary Stuart Leslie confirming the approval of an increase in the monthly telephone allowance for all C.E.O.’s, the Cabinet Secretary, the Financial Secretary and the Solicitor General. Those government officials within the Briceño administration had been receiving an allowance of two hundred and fifty dollars […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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On Wednesday, we heard from the Minister of the Public Service, Henry Charles Usher on the steps the government has taken to minimize corruption in public office. But one of the concerns that has come up is that there are several sitting parliamentarians who have not complied with the law that requires them to disclose their […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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Since the People’s Constitution Commission hosted its inaugural meeting a year ago, it has been holding consultations in various areas around the country. It has also made several unsuccessful attempts in others. But that effort has been easier said than done because, as head of the P.C.C., Cesar Ross indicated to the media on Wednesday […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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In tonight’s episode of Belize on Reel, we return to Toledo District to take a closer look at a unique product that is quickly making a distinct name for itself on the local and global markets. Copalli Rum is the flagship liquor of Toledo. It is the product of sustainability and environmental friendliness. The distillery […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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Last week, we told you about S.S.B.’s plan to invest nine million dollars as funds for the construction of a new liquor distillery in the north. It followed the publication of a notice of a loan to Belize Premium Spirits and Liquors Limited, a company registered to Waldir and Irlanda Cuello. The notice put out […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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A new sugar crop is set to begin in the weeks ahead and Belize Sugar Industries, much like the cane farmers across the north, is preparing for the upcoming season. On Wednesday, B.S.I.’s financial director, Shawn Chavarria, provided an update on how that process is coming along, as well as what can be expected from […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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A closing ceremony was held this morning in Belize City for the Child Labor Campaign. The ceremony brought to an end a month-long awareness campaign carried out with nineteen high schools across the country. The event served to emphasize government’s commitment, including the Ministry of Labor, to maintain its efforts to promote child welfare and […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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As we’ve reported, the Belize Peace Movement wants the Elections and Boundaries Commission to conduct a proper job of re-districting the thirty-one constituencies across Belize. The movement went to the court and asked it to issue a consent order forcing the Elections and Boundaries to come up with a re-divisioning proposal. But when the media spoke […]
Written on November 23, 2023 | Posted in
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In a powerful display of solidarity, supporters of Palestine today gathered in Belize City for the Free Palestine March, where the Palestinian flag flew alongside the Belizean flag. Led by prominent figures such as Belize’s former Foreign Affairs Ministers Assad Shoman and Godfrey Smith, the march aimed to advocate for peace in Palestine. Amidst the […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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As we have reported, the Government of Belize has cut diplomatic ties with Israel, calling for a total ceasefire. Today, Prime Minister John Briceño emphasized the importance of differentiating between the actions of the Israeli government and the sentiments of its people. He reiterated Belize’s condemnation of the Israeli government’s bombardment of Gaza, while firmly […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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And, while Prime Minister John Briceño condemns Hamas for the October seventh attack, former Foreign Affairs Minister, Assad Shoman, does not. In an interview with News Five today, Shoman refrains from condemning Hamas outright, asserting a distinction between condemning the organization and condemning specific actions. Hipolito Novelo “Do you condemn Hamas?” Assad Shoman, […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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On November thirteenth, the U.S. Department of State issued a Level Two travel advisory for Belize, urging travelers to exercise heightened caution due to a notable prevalence of crime. The department attributes a substantial portion of these crimes to gang activities and has elevated the alert level for Belize City to Level Three. Last week, […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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The U.S. Department’s travel advisory came days after Belize sent a protest note, dated November eighth, to the Embassy of Israel in Mexico. That protest note stated that Belize, as a principled and law-abiding member state of the international community, cannot sanction a return to an antiquated era when unimaginable hostilities were committed against civilians […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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The People’s United Party is once again challenging Opposition Leader, Moses “Shyne” Barrow’s voter’s registration. If found guilty of an offense related to elections, any elected official would be forced to resign. Back in August, the P.U.P. contended that Barrow is registered at number eighty King Street, a location they claimed that he does not […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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Earlier today, the media asked Prime Minister John Briceño for a reaction to the matter involving Moses Barrow that is before the Chief Magistrate. PM Briceño told reporters that when it comes to where Barrow resides, everyone knows the address. Prime Minister John Briceño “Everybody knows where he lives. Everybody knows that he lives […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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Today, we also got the feedback on the P.U.P. objectors’ case against the Opposition Leader from Chairman Henry Charles Usher, who said that anyone who comes into question must face the legal system. In this case, Usher said that if Barrow has changed his address on paper only, then that will be determined by the […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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In tonight’s episode of Bringing Energy to Life, News Five joins a team of technicians as they venture into a marshy area along the George Price Highway where inspections are being done to determine the state of its power poles. We also learn more about energy transmission. Here’s News Five’s Isani Cayetano with that story. […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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But while the month-long activities are important to help people detect corruption, it is also important to detect it within the public service, which is where a lot of the criticism has come. The minister said that public officers have also begun to receive training in good governance. Henry Charles Usher, Minister of Public […]
Written on November 22, 2023 | Posted in
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