America Belize In Belize's Valley of Peace, students built an eco-friendly Christmas tree in four days using repurposed plastic bottles, with the annual tree lighting event symbolising the importance of recycling and reducing single-use plastic in the festive season
America Belize A 17% surge in vegetable costs, particularly fresh produce, contributed to an overall food category inflation rate of 11,5%, as per the Statistical Institute of Belize
America Belize Minister of Health and Wellness, Kevin Bernard, thanked WHO for donating medical equipment to the University of Belize in order to enhance national nursing education
America Belize Diplomatic ties with Israel have been suspended, citing Israel's refusal to implement a ceasefire in Gaza and condemning the Israeli Defense Forces' actions
America Belize Belize is advancing towards universal access to quality healthcare by approving the elimination of all fees in public hospitals, aiming to eradicate financial barriers, enhance accessibility, and reduce administrative burdens
America Belize Belize plans to initiate a pilot project aimed at converting clogging seaweed and solid waste in its coastlines into biofuel; this US$50 million venture is established through a public-private partnership with German firm Variodin
America Belize The Belize Police Department has reported a significant decrease in crime, attributing this positive trend to the hard work of its officers; recent statistics from COMPSTAT highlight this decline at a nationwide level
America Belize A new a socio-emotional learning program in its early childhood curriculum has been implemented, aligning Belize with global sustainable education goals, emphasising on new themes like climate education, global citizenship, and human rights education
America Belize This past week Belize marked its 42nd Independence Day with the Flag Raising Ceremony, followed by vibrant carnivals, showcasing national pride and the dedication of Belizean youth
America Belize The "BE MORE" campaign has been introduced: focused on community engagement, it specifically encourages all Belizeans to actively participate in various areas, including education, healthcare, housing and the environment
America Belize The country has become the first Central American WTO member to formally accept the Agreement on Fisheries Subsidies, marking a significant step toward curbing harmful fisheries practices and preserving marine ecosystems
America Belize A US$77 million deal has been closed with the Saudi Fund for Development to finance a 60-megawatt solar project, reducing emissions by 60.000 tons annually, promoting Belize's economic growth and enhancing its efforts to mitigate climate change
America Belize The E-Mobility project has been introduced; supported by a US$5,3 million UNDP grant, it aims at introducing electric buses in Belize City by early 2024, focusing on comfort, eco-consciousness, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions