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Press Release – Government Press Office, Belmopan, April 13, 2025 – The Ministry of Health & Wellness informs the public of two confirmed positive cases of measles in Belize. The last confirmed case of measles was in 1991. The positive cases were identified in persons from the Corozal and Cayo
Residents of San Pedro experienced multiple power outages overnight due to environmental contamination of power infrastructure, Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) confirmed. The outages, which began around 6:35 p.m. on Monday, April 7, and lasted
Belmopan, Belize. April 2, 2025. – The Department of the Environment (DOE), within the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change, and Solid Waste Management, has announced measures to enhance monitoring of the Cayo Rosario
Concerns over the state of the Waste Management Station in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, have recently been brought to light by locals in the area. According to reports, the situation at the station has
In honor of Women’s Month, Hope Haven Belize proudly joins forces with Councilor Dianeli “Danni” Aranda, San Pedro Town Council’s dedicated advocate for women’s affairs, to shine a spotlight on the incredible women making
The swearing-in of newly appointed ministers will take place today, Monday, March 17, at the National Assembly in the nation’s capital Belmopan. Prime Minister John Briceño has advise Her Excellency Governor General Dame Froyla
San Pedro, Belize – Andre Perez of the People’s United Party (PUP) has been re-elected as the Area Representative for Belize Rural South, securing a decisive victory over his opponents. Official results show Perez
Belize Unveils 20-Year Sustainable Development Master Plan for Ambergris Caye – The Government of Belize, with support from the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), has completed a Strategic Plan aimed at guiding the sustainable development
San Pedro, Belize – The Royal Kahal Resort abruptly shut its doors on Friday, just two weeks after the unexplained deaths of three American women staying at the hotel. The sudden closure left arriving
Exciting news for families on Ambergris Caye! The Island Academy has announced the launch of its brand-new high school, providing a much-needed second option for secondary education on the island. As the school prepares
San Pedro’s John Greif II Municipal Airport has undergone a significant transformation, thanks to a $3.7 million investment aimed at improving safety, efficiency, and overall operations. The Belize Airports Authority (BAA), in collaboration with
San Pedro residents and visitors are being reminded that pets are not allowed at restaurants or bars that serve food, as the Public Health Department begins stricter enforcement of long-standing health regulations. The San
A fresh new look for the Belize currency notes has been unveiled today, marking a historic change that celebrates the nation’s identity while reinforcing its economic stability. The new notes, which will be introduced
In a heartwarming initiative that combines the love for chocolate with the power of art, the Belize Chocolate Company has delivered on its promise to support local schools in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye. Today,
Belize City, Belize, January 10, 2025: Belize’s tourism industry accomplished a landmark achievement in 2024. Preliminary figures indicated that overnight tourism surpassed pre-pandemic levels recorded in the benchmark year, 2019. This milestone reflects the
Belize Electricity Limited (BEL), in partnership with the Government of Belize and with funding from the World Bank, continues to work diligently on deploying a 10 MW Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in San
Travelers to and from San Pedro now have a more spacious and efficient option for sea transportation as San Pedro Belize Express Water Taxi has officially opened its new terminal. Located 0.8 miles south
