Food prices in Belize surged over 6% these past months due to supply shortages caused by an extreme drought, with the Ministry of Agriculture exploring measures like increased vegetable production and protective structures to address the issue

Archaeologists have uncovered well-preserved Maya wooden structures in a tropical wetland site in Belize dating from 800 to 1.500 AD, revealing evidence that communities have continued living there after the collapse of major Maya cities

Belize has reappeared on Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index after an absence lasting since 2008

Savings from Belize's 2021 Blue Bond debt swap have been redirected into community-led projects through a conservation fund, which has supported sustainable fisheries, tourism, and local entrepreneurship

A 1% drop in major crimes and a 30% decrease in unlawful sexual intercourse cases were registered in 2025 in Belize, reflecting strengthened law enforcement and public safety efforts