In September, Belizeans celebrate their nation’s history with patriotic events. This month commemorates Belize’s Independence Day. This year’s theme for the September Celebrations is “A Nation Proud and Free: Belize @ 43” reflecting the nation’s spirit of unity, courage, and …
The Belize Coast Guard today launched its drone squadron tasked with enhancing maritime and border security, and narcotics interdiction, at a ceremony held at the BCG headquarters in Belize City. The squadron uses Perimeter 8+ UAVS, acquired with assistance from …
Cabinet convened to receive a detailed briefing on Hurricane Beryl and our nation’s preparedness efforts from Chief Meteorologist Ronald Gordon and National Emergency Coordinator Daniel Mendez. Hurricane Beryl is anticipated to impact the Yucatan Peninsula late tonight through early tomorrow, …
High Court Justice Nigel Pilgrim has handed down a ten-year sentence to Oscar Selgado, effective 8 March 2024, emphasizing that “no sacred cows and no one is above the law.” Selgado, a fifty-four-year-old criminal defence attorney, was found guilty of …
The Government of Belize is taking action to curb a crime wave in western Belize following the invasion of a local hospital by gang members, and a string of armed robberies in Santa Elena and San Ignacio towns. Twelve armed …