America Belize The Belize government is seeking to revive its ailing citrus and banana industries, crucial for foreign income, as recent data shows declining output, with the need to address challenges like disease, climate change, and excessive fertilization
America Belize The Belizean government held a ceremony for the rehabilitation of 1,6 km of the Corozal Free Zone Access Road; the improved road is expected to boost trade, investment opportunities, and the number of visitors in the free zone
America Belize Тhе Міnіѕtrу оf Аgrісulturе, Fооd Ѕесurіtу аnd Еntеrрrіѕе соnduсtеd а Ѕееd Роlісу соnѕultаtіоn tо drаft а Nаtіоnаl Ѕееd Роlісу thаt labels and distributes correctly agricultural seeds for consumers
America Belize The Belize City Council successfully hosted the 2nd Annual Holiday Night Festival, featuring local food, live music, and holiday shopping, as a means to thank the community for their support of local vendors and participation in various events this year
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