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Simultaneously at the B.D.F. compound at Price Barracks, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the inauguration of a new bathroom facility for senior non-commissioned officers within the force. The ablution has a price tag of over two hundred thousand dollars and while some may say that it is a lot of money for a small […]
Written on August 4, 2022 | Posted in
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There was a lot of economic activity on the island town of San Pedro over the weekend. As thousands of persons filed onto the Saca Chispas Field for the Belize International Music and Food Festival, opportunities were provided for consumers and businesses to engage in the purchasing and selling of foods using digital money. Belize […]
Written on August 3, 2022 | Posted in
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Belize’s financial sector has been facing correspondent banking issues, even before discussions on the legalization of cannabis began. This is because many of the international banks in the Caribbean region are not prepared to pay the penalties attached to handling illegitimate money within such a small market. But, as more and more international banks limit […]
Written on August 3, 2022 | Posted in
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Minister Usher also gave some details on the terms of reference for each representative on the newly formed People’s Constitutional Commission. To date, a total of twenty-five members sit on the commission, and according to Minister Usher, there is no intention to add any more seats. He also spoke about the level of autonomy the […]
Written on August 3, 2022 | Posted in
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The Belize Chamber of Commerce and Industry has completed its review of the Occupational Safety and Health Bill. The unions are now conducting their final review. Following the completion of both reviews, a joint position will be presented to the Minister of Local Government. That time is drawing near says President of the B.C.C.I., Marcelo […]
Written on August 3, 2022 | Posted in
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Minister of Home Affairs and New Growth Industries, Kareem Musa, also responded to questions on the now stalled Cannabis and Industrial Hemp Control and Licensing Bill 2022. As we reported, the Bill has been shelved, after going through all its stages in parliament. The decision, in part, came as a result of concerns from the […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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But, according to Minister Musa, the Government of Belize’s primary reason for putting a pause on the cannabis legislation is the five million dollar price tag attached to the execution of a cannabis referendum. In the meantime, he says, solutions to banking concerns will be explored. Kareem Musa, Minister of New Growth Industries “So, […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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The Ministry of Immigration held a soft launch of its Amnesty 2022 program today in Belmopan. Over six thousand applicants have made appointments with the ministry, since July first. Today, the first group of applicants visited the Immigration headquarters for their scheduled appointment, marking the official opening of Amnesty 2022. A brief ceremony was held […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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We also heard from Doctor Gilroy Middleton, the C.E.O in the Department of Immigration. He explained that upon completion of the process at the Immigration office in Belmopan, each applicant is given a Q.R. code which they can use to track the progress of their application at any time. C.E.O. Middleton also reminded potential applicants […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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Roman Catholic Bishop Lawrence Nicasio is tonight recovering at Regina Cleri, a home for retired priests in the Archdiocese of Saint Louis, Missouri, after he was diagnosed with cancer. A letter dated August first, from Bishop Nicasio, states that he was admitted at Mercy Hospital in Saint Louis in early July and underwent surgery less […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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Father Noel Leslie is one of three senior priests who will be assisting with Bishop Nicasio’s desk while he is away. Father Leslie says that the bishop is in good spirits and will be meeting with the clergy virtually. Father Noel Leslie, St. Joseph Church “In his absence, myself, Father Chi and Father Gongora […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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The Belize Network of N.G.O.s has named a new Board of Directors, one week after it was officially incorporated under the Companies Act. Doctor Elma Kay, Managing Director of the Belize Maya Forest Trust has been named chairperson of the board. Sheena Zuniga, President of the National Garifuna Council, has been named Vice President of […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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The Ministry of Human Development, Families and Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs has announced the appointment of a new Chairperson of the National Commission for Families and Children. That individual is Maria Elena Contreras. A release from the ministry says “Contreras brings with her a wealth of experience and knowledge in public service to Belize. She served […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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The U.S. Embassy in Belize is partnering with the Ministry of Home Affairs and New Growth Industries to enhance Belize’s national security and strengthen inter-agency crime-data sharing through the Belize Crime Observatory. This is so that criminal investigations can be swift, thorough and assure justice. It comes in the form of a donation that includes […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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Today at the Holy Redeemer Credit Union Conference Room, the U.S. Embassy and Peacework Belize launched MediaSmart, a three-month training program that will be piloted in four high schools in Belize City and Independence. The program, with the support of colleagues from across various media houses, including News Five’s very own C.E.O. Marleni Cuellar, will […]
Written on August 2, 2022 | Posted in
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The rivalry between feuding street gangs in the Lake Independence area may have led to another murder on Thursday night – that of well-known street figure, Alrick Smith. The brazen killing happened as Smith approached his parked vehicle in front of the Rene Villanueva Media Centre on Slaughterhouse Road. Smith, who is associated with the […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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The Belize City Council today swore in fifty-four more of its traffic officers as special constables, giving them the powers of arrest. Along with that milestone was the launch of the Council’s Enforcement Department out of which the officers will work. It is a merging of two existing units that, under the new system, will […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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The United State Peace Corps is celebrating sixty years of service to Belize in the education and health sectors. Following two years without Peace Corps volunteers in Belize, due to the COVID 19 pandemic; nine new volunteers were recently sworn in to serve. For a period of two years, volunteers live and work alongside the […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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Elvia Vega, the Minister of State in the Ministry of Human Development say the Briceño Administration’s Grocery Bag Program is alive and kicking. Reporters caught up with Minister Vega at an event in San Ignacio today where she was asked for an update on the program, as consumers nationwide battle with the inflated cost of […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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The Government of Belize has been demonstrating overall increasing efforts in tackling human trafficking, compared to recent years. As a result, Belize was upgraded to tier two in the U.S. State Department’s Human Trafficking Report. The report cited key achievements in Belize’s efforts over the last year, including the conviction of two traffickers, and expanding […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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In less than twenty-four hours, the first-ever Belize International Music and Food Festival takes place in San Pedro. The culinary aspect includes seventeen booths which will be featuring cultural foods and more and there is free access throughout the day for that form of entertainment. Then at five o’clock the grounds reopen for live musical […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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The relationship between the Port of Belize Limited and its employees, dozens of stevedores who work tedious shifts loading and offloading cargo entering and leaving the country has been a rather contentious one. Oftentimes we’ve covered labor disputes between P.B.L. and the Christian Workers Union. But it’s things are taking a turn for the better […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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The thirteenth annual tribute reggae legend Lucky Dube is being held in Belize City on Sunday. The yearly concert is a means for philanthropist Dara Robinson to raise much needed funds for his school feeding program. The event being held at the Birds Isle will feature live performances from Bredda David and the Tribal Vibes […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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Ras Dara, whose feeding program also takes in children who have lost loved ones to gun violence, also weighed in on the scourge of crime and violence that continues to grip the country. Dara Robinson, Philanthropist “We could look every year and she a hundred and twenty dead dis year, but to each one […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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Tonight’s look on the bright side highlights the Jah Love evening program where kids from the George Street community are provided with support from a man with a story of redemption. Sabreena Daly shares this story after an evening spent with community members. Sabreena Daly, Reporting It’s a regular day for Glenford Stamp. He […]
Written on July 29, 2022 | Posted in
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