On Monday, news of a pending resignation involving Foreign Minister Eamon Courtenay was first shared in the media. The following day, that announcement was confirmed via a release from the Office of the Prime Minister stating that Senator Courtenay, Leader of Government Business in the upper house, would be abdicating his seat as a cabinet […]
So how does the idea of an individual who does not hold a ministerial rank or portfolio work, in the context of a constitution which clearly defines the qualifications necessary for someone to enter Cabinet? It’s a question that was met with a similar question by the former head of government. Dean Barrow, Former […]
At present there are two cases involving Belize before the International Court of Justice, one with Guatemala and another with Honduras, both of which involve territorial disputes. These matters, according to the Briceño administration, will remain under Senator Courtenay’s careful supervision. This, too, raises serious questions since Courtenay will be returning to private practice come […]
Since issuing the release on Tuesday afternoon, Prime Minister John Briceño is yet to field questions on Senator Courtenay’s abrupt resignation. As such, a lot of what is currently taking place between PM Briceño and senior government ministers at the Sir Edney Cain Building remains speculative. A call is being made for the sitting head […]
Is there a sleight of hand at play regarding Foreign Minister Courtenay’s imminent departure and is the Prime Minister purposely dodging the real issue behind Courtenay’s resignation? Here’s how the former prime minister views the goings-on in Cabinet. Dean Barrow, Former Prime Minister “You already, Mr. Prime Minister, are, in my view, not held […]
Guilty of the murder of Densmore Bowman, but where is Hildebrandt Codd after escaping lawful custody prior to his last court appearance? This morning, that verdict was handed down in the absence of the fugitive who sprang to freedom on December fifth out of Courtroom Number Three. Here’s News Five’s Isani Cayetano with details of […]
Today, twenty-six-year old Tracey Betancourt was found not guilty and will serve no time for the murder of American businessman Lamont Edward Lipka. The forty-nine-year-old was found lying face down in a pool of his own blood after being shot seven times at his business Tropicana Restaurant and Bar in San Pedro in 2018 . […]
Another 2018 murder case was concluded today when forty-year-old Jose Ricardo Mendoza was handed a twenty-five year sentence for the murder of his father-in-law Gaspar Vargas. However, after deductions, Mendoza will only serve twelve of those years. Mendoza, represented by attorney Oscar Selgado, pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of manslaughter, and received a one-third […]
As we reported on Wednesday, there has been an increase in police presence at the High Court where high-profile inmates are being escorted for trial. Earlier today, Commissioner of Police Chester Williams outlined new measures that have been put in place in the wake of Hildebrandt Codd’s daring escape. Chester Williams, Commissioner of Police […]
On Wednesday, the Minister of Religious Affairs Henry Charles Usher and Senator Moses Benguche, who represents the religious community, formally signed a Statement of Agreement reaffirming the unique partnership between the government and the church communities that, “strengthens the political process and benefits Belizean society”. The Statement of Agreement is made up of ten basic […]
The National Bank of Belize Limited today made a surprise announcement to its customers. In an email, the bank told its customers that “Due to unforeseen circumstances beyond our control, the National Bank advises that the NBB Pay e-wallet service will be discontinued with immediate effect.” The email fails to share what exactly those unforeseen […]
Julio Zetina, the Corozal Town resident, who fell from a crane earlier this week, remains hospitalized in Belize City. He underwent foot surgery on Tuesday and is on his way to making a full recovery. Zetina, along with this co-worker Germaine Rivera, was in a crane basket fixing a lamppost at Princess Vegas Hotel at […]
The Belize Police Department is keeping a close eye on a gang feud in the Lake Independence area of Belize City. The feud involves personalities who were once friends now turned enemies. Police Commissioner Chester Williams told News Five that security cameras are in the area, serving as additional eyes for the department. Officials of […]
With ten more days left in the year, the Belize Police Department is boosting efforts to keep crime at an all-time low. In his Christmas Message, Police Commissioner Chester Williams says that murders are down by twenty percent. According to the ComPol, this year has recorded less than a hundred murders as was the case […]
According to Police Commissioner, Chester Williams, continued partnership with all stakeholders played a crucial role in the effectiveness of the department’s policing strategy. Those stakeholders included the ministries of Education and Youths. Williams says that young men who are vulnerable to gang influence were taught life skills and provided with an education as a deterrent […]
With the year drawing to a close, the Belize Police Department reflects on its relationship with the public and wishes to express its gratitude for all the support it has received this past year. The department also thanks all Belizeans for their collaborative efforts in keeping citizens safe. We spoke with Police Commissioner Chester Williams, […]
If you’re looking for a way to spend your Saturday night this season, then these comedians may be the answer. The “Christmas Cyah Done” comedy special promises a night of laughter, music, and prizes next Saturday, December thirtieth, from the likes of talented Belizean comedians and musicians. The group invites you to join them in […]
