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Stakeholders in the tourism industry have invested their life savings into their respective businesses and a number have gone belly up. Minister Mahler speaks of help from the Inter-American Development Bank to facilitate a small grants programme. Anthony Mahler, Minister of Tourism & Diaspora Relations “We have a small grants programme that we want […]
Written on March 1, 2021 | Posted in
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But what about cruise tourism? Up until the COVID-19 pandemic, over a million cruise ship passengers would come to the Jewel annually. That came to a screeching halt last year, but tonight there is both good and bad news. The good news is that cruise tourism will restart in late May early June; the bad […]
Written on March 1, 2021 | Posted in
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An amendment to the Central Bank Act is before the Senate that, when passed, will make available fifty million dollars to invest into the productive sector. Prime Minister John Briceño says the tourism industry is the primary target group because it will also help to generate foreign currency, which has been depleting since the start […]
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Did someone say Bingo? The first jackpot winner for Mega Bingo collected his winnings today. Mister Harrison is sharing the winnings with two others who have yet to come forward. Each person gets a little over two hundred and twenty-five thousand dollars before taxes. The total jackpot was almost six hundred and seventy-six thousand dollars. […]
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Former Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Natural Resources, Hugo Patt, took his turn in the hot seat this morning when he appeared before the Commission of Inquiry in its second session. The Corozal North Area Representative was peppered with questions from the three-member panel about a pickup truck he had asked to purchase from […]
Written on February 26, 2021 | Posted in
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Entwined in the saga involving the late model government vehicle is the purchase of multiple parcels of crown land by businessman Kelvin Li. It is believed those transactions were expedited for Li through the Ministry of Natural Resources where Hugo Patt was the political boss. Not surprisingly, monies for the purchase of the vehicle came […]
Written on February 26, 2021 | Posted in
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Appearing with his legal representative, Zhourong Li was also quizzed about his knowledge of the former Minister of Lands and how he amassed over twenty properties across the country within the span of just a few months. Li also detailed how he got involved in the purchase of the government vehicle sold to Juvencio Herrera. […]
Written on February 26, 2021 | Posted in
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Attorney Andrew Bennett also appeared as Li’s counsel, objecting to his client being compelled to disclose the names of persons he did business with in the acquisition of the various properties. Andrew Bennett, Attorney for Zhourong “Mr. Chairman, this is an inquiry into the sale of government assets. What is Mr. Li’s business arrangements […]
Written on February 26, 2021 | Posted in
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The 2020 Toyota Tacoma that made its way through a labyrinth of handlers once the sale had been green lighted by the Government of Belize, ended up in the possession of Car Guys Belize Limited, an auto dealership owned by Said Perdomo. According to the well-known businessman, when he perused the paperwork for the vehicle […]
Written on February 26, 2021 | Posted in
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The Commission of Inquiry into the sale of government vehicles and other equipment at the end of the United Democratic Party’s last days in government resumes on Friday. Former Deputy Prime Minister Hugo Patt will be among those appearing. He is facing scrutiny about the purchase of a 2020 Toyota Tacoma pick-up truck. It was […]
Written on February 25, 2021 | Posted in
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Belize Electricity Limited held its annual general meeting virtually this afternoon to shareholders only. It was the first AGM under the People’s United Party government, since the company’s board of directors was reconstituted back in December. Led by Chairman Andrew Marshalleck, the meeting focused on the company’s fiscal performance over the past year and presented […]
Written on February 25, 2021 | Posted in
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Digital makeovers are coming for the Belize court system. Today, the Attorney General of Belize signed a memorandum of understanding with the Caribbean Agency for Justice Solutions, to strengthen the courts and the Office of the Attorney General. The agreement includes provisions for the immediate implementation of e-filing for the courts and a digital case […]
Written on February 25, 2021 | Posted in
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Like so many things postponed due to corona virus, the national census taken every ten years is being pushed back yet again. Originally rescheduled for 2021, the Statistical Institute of Belize now says they have opted to reschedule once more. So don’t expect house-to-house census takers coming to visit you, during the COVID-19 crisis. […]
Written on February 25, 2021 | Posted in
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In an update to a story from June, construction of a fuel depot and convenience store near the outskirts of Punta Gorda has been halted by the Central Building Authority, following an outcry from residents who raised concerns of public health and safety. In January, a site visit was conducted and several issues of non-compliance […]
Written on February 25, 2021 | Posted in
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Belize is in the middle of the COVID-19 pandemic and yet there’s an empty chair at the office of the Director of Health Services. News Five has confirmed that there is no DHS at the Ministry of Health and Wellness as of today. That is because Doctor Marvin Manzanero was placed on administrative leave effective […]
Written on February 24, 2021 | Posted in
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Void aside, the Association of Public Service Senior Managers says that the government is attacking the reputation of Doctor Marvin Manzanero, who for the greater part of 2020 was the Ministry of Health’s public face of the fight against the pandemic. Yet, according to a letter issued to the DHS on Tuesday, allegations of misconduct […]
Written on February 24, 2021 | Posted in
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The President of the A.P.S.S.M. says that according to the Public Service Regulations, there is a limited period of time for an allegation of misconduct to be brought against a public officer. The letter she saw refers to April 2020 which is ten months ago. Sharon Frazer says that due process has not been followed […]
Written on February 24, 2021 | Posted in
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But Doctor Marvin Manzanero is not the only person being affected by what is widely perceived to be a concerted effort to have him removed as DHS. Since December seventh Doctor Melissa Diaz-Musa had been tapped by the Public Service Ministry to become the Acting Director of Health Services. While that contract is to end […]
Written on February 24, 2021 | Posted in
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It is one of the most popular natural attractions for both Belizeans and visitors, but tonight it appears that the Hol Chan Marine Reserve is in serious financial trouble. Responding to reports of possible financial impropriety, incoming Minister of Civil Aviation, whose portfolio includes the “the Blue Economy,” hired the firm of Moore Magana LLP […]
Written on February 24, 2021 | Posted in
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A new Elections and Boundaries Commission was sworn in during a brief ceremony today at Belize House. Five members, including Chairman Oscar Sabido, were administered the oath of office. Along with a new presiding officer are Orlando Espat, Conrad Lewis, Phillipa Griffith Bailey and Alberto August. Senior Counsel Sabido takes up the reins from former […]
Written on February 24, 2021 | Posted in
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The Central Bank of Belize, the country’s chief financial institution, has appointed a new chairman, with almost no fanfare, just a quiet update to their website. Former Governor Sydney Campbell returns to Gaol Lane as presiding officer of the Central Bank Board of Directors. Campbell served as governor under the Musa administration between 2003 and […]
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Two weeks ago we told you about the termination of Sugar Cane Production Committee Manager Naim Cal who was fired by Chairman Marcos Osorio. As we previously reported, Cal’s predecessor was also sacked at the end of December and a month after Cal was hired, he, too, was fired. We had reached out to Cal […]
Written on February 24, 2021 | Posted in
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The first one hundred days are often critical for any political party upon assuming office. Not only does it serve as a transition period for an incoming administration, it is also an opportunity to start off on the right foot. Since taking office in November of last year, Prime Minister John Briceño has been occupied […]
Written on February 23, 2021 | Posted in
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Hurdles aside, PM Briceño also lauded the accomplishments of his administration thus far, including the efforts of the Ministry of Health and Wellness at containing the spread of COVID-19. Prime Minister John Briceño “Already in just three months, many positive results are showing. Our health team is leading the way to flattening the COVID […]
Written on February 23, 2021 | Posted in
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Mobile clinics are being sent to migrant communities in western and southern Belize as part of a joint effort between the United Nations Population Fund, UN Refugee Agency, United Nation’s Children Fund and International Organization for Migration. According to UNICEF Belize, the pop-up clinics will allow for agencies to coordinate humanitarian assistance and support to […]
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