Daily Online News (2025)

31/10/2025

San Narciso Village Inaugurates First-Ever Community Market

Residents of San Narciso Village, Corozal, welcomed their first-ever community market on Wednesday, October 29, 2025. The new facility features 18 stalls for local farmers and entrepreneurs, providing an accessible and organized space to sell fresh produce, plants, and other goods directly to the community.
Made possible through the efforts of the Belize Tourism Board, under the leadership of the Minister of Tourism, Youth, Sports, and Diaspora Relations, Hon. Anthony Mahler, and with support from the Corozal South West Representative and Minister of State for Sustainable Development, Climate Change, and Solid Waste Management, Hon. Ramiro Ramirez, the market is set to enhance economic sustainability and boost local livelihoods.

This is Nigel Matus reporting for Daily Online News.

31/10/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Ministry of Human Development, Families Support and Gender Affairs Strengthens Safety and Preparedness in Care Facilities

Belmopan, October 30, 2025.

As part of its ongoing mandate to ensure the highest standards of care and safety within registered childcare and residential care facilities, the Ministry of Human Development, Family Support and Gender Affairs, through the Registrar/Inspectorate Unit, conducted specialized training sessions for facility staff across the country.
Following the home invasion incident earlier this year at Marla’s House of Hope, the Ministry identified an urgent need to equip staff with the necessary skills to respond effectively to emergencies. In partnership with the Department of Human Services, the Ministry sought to provide targeted training addressing situational awareness and site security.
A team of ten professionals from Agape International Missions (AIM), experienced in field rescues and protection work, travelled from the United States to Belize to deliver the Situational Awareness and Site Security Training on October 27 and 28, 2025. The training focused on:
• Enhancing situational awareness and threat recognition.
• Implementing the Standard Response Protocols (SRP) for emergencies.
• Strengthening physical site security through practical, cost-effective measures.
• Maintaining a trauma-informed approach when responding to security incidents.
The sessions also included a hands-on drill simulating real-life scenarios to ensure staff readiness and confidence in responding to emergencies. Registrar and Inspectorate staff reaffirmed that such training is part of their yearly mandate to ensure all registered facilities maintain compliance with national standards and continue to provide safe, nurturing environments for Belize’s children and vulnerable populations.

This is Andrea Manzanero reporting for Daily Online News.

31/10/2025

Belmopan

Thursday, October 30th, 2025

PRESS RELEASE #5/25 – BAHA Rejects PSU Statements Made on October 28, 2025

For Immediate Release:

The Belize Agricultural Health Authority (BAHA) is aware of a recent public statement made by the Public Service Union (PSU) on social media and rejects the defamatory assertions.
While we do not comment on individual employment cases to protect privacy and dignity, we reaffirm that BAHA follows established disciplinary procedure and the guidelines in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), including due process such as notice, the opportunity to respond, and the right to representation.
BAHA has been receiving an increasing number of public reports in recent weeks and, where appropriate, has conducted investigations. When facts support that gross misconduct has occurred, proportionate disciplinary action is taken.
BAHA wishes to inform the public that corruption, theft, and dereliction of duties are unacceptable, and those officers who are found to have committed such gross misconduct will be disciplined as established in the CBA.
For clarity, the PSU was not involved in recent disciplinary matters and has not requested information on behalf of any member in this regard. BAHA, therefore, finds their social media posting libelous, presumptuous, and in bad faith. BAHA invites the PSU leadership to engage through the dispute-resolution mechanisms set out in the CBA to address any concerns.
BAHA’s focus remains the delivery of professional services that protect human, animal, and plant health in the best interest of agriculture and national development, and remains committed to recognizing and rewarding the many employees who consistently carry out their duties with professionalism and integrity.

This is Eric J. Sanchez reporting for Daily Online News!

31/10/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Relief Supplies Dispatched for Belizean Students Following Hurricane Melissa

Belmopan, October 30, 2025.

The Government of Belize, through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Culture and Immigration, has dispatched hurricane relief supplies to Belizean students studying in Jamaica following the devastation caused by Hurricane Melissa.
The assistance will benefit approximately seventy-five (75) students and includes essential personal hygiene items and canned food supplies. This first relief consignment was transported aboard a Jamaica Defence Force aircraft that had been dispatched to Belize for safe harbour during the passage of the storm. Distribution of the supplies is being undertaken by Ms. Elecif Arthurs, Belize’s Honorary Consul in Kingston. The Government has also provided assistance for Belizean students in Santiago de Cuba, coordinated by the Embassy of Belize in Havana, Cuba.
Hon. Francis Fonseca, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Culture and Immigration, stated, “We are deeply grateful to the Government of Jamaica for their care and support to our students during Hurricane Melissa. Belize remains committed to ensuring their well-being and stands in solidarity with Jamaica during its recovery.”
The Ministry further informs that all Belizean students who weathered the storm in Jamaica and Cuba are well and accounted for.

This is Roberto Diaz reporting for Daily Online News.

31/10/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Cabinet Brief

Belmopan, October 30, 2025.

The Cabinet met on 28th October 2025.
• In keeping with its commitment to timely maintenance of vital public infrastructure, Cabinet gave its support for the ex*****on of two large- scale maintenance contracts for bridges in the Belize River Valley, namely the Mussel Creek Bridge and the Bermudian Landing Bridge.
• On the advice of the Attorney General, Cabinet instructed that the Police file involving the disappearance of Ryan Joseph Budna be handed over to the Director of Public Prosecutions for action.
• Cabinet gave its support for the development of a National Intellectual Property Strategy for Belize. This initiative will be led by BELIPO within the Attorney General’s Ministry, with technical assistance from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). A National IP Strategy Committee, with representation from Government, private sector, academia, and civil society, will be established to provide formal policy oversight to ensure that the strategy meets domestic needs and international standards.
• To ensure the continued and uninterrupted operation of the country’s Solid Waste Management Facilities, Cabinet approved funding for essential maintenance for existing facilities and to operationalize the Orange Walk and Corozal transfer stations.
• Cabinet considered the pricing of regulated plantation white sugar and brown sugar for industrial products, including consideration of the freight distance in the establishment of prices, and approved the establishment of regulated prices and the removal of price control for retail labelled packaged sugar.
• Finally, Cabinet encourages all Belizeans to drive safely and to always wear seatbelts.

This is Jackson Eck reporting for Daily Online News!

30/10/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Office of the Prime Minister Opens Applications for Training in Essential Higher-Tier Global Digital Services Skills

Belmopan, October 29, 2025.

The Office of the Prime Minister and the Ministry of Investment, through the Investment Policy and Compliance Unit (IPCU), and in collaboration with the Belize Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Association, were granted funding by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) to implement its project, “Pilot Project and Policy for Higher-Tier Global Digital Services from Belize.” This training project falls under the IDB’s Economic Growth in the Caribbean programme, designed to identify and finance innovative solutions that help to unleash private investment in Latin America and the Caribbean.
The project is offering 50 spaces to Belizeans countrywide from November 12 to December 19, 2025. Participants will receive training in essential skills to succeed in the Global Digital Services (GDS) environment.
Training Details:
• Dates: November 12 – December 19, 2025
• Delivery: Hybrid format - weekly evening virtual sessions and a five-day, face-to-face training, both conducted via a Learning Management System
• Face-to-Face Bootcamp: November 24 – 28, 2025
• Location: Belize City
Training tracks are available at entry, intermediate, or advanced levels, with a catalogue of programmes including:
1. Cloud Engineering
2. Cybersecurity
3. Data Analytics and Reporting
4. IT Helpdesk Support & CRM Integration/Management
5. AI Readiness
6. Web Design and Development
7. Agile and Scrum Project Management
8. Digital Marketing
These training courses are provided free of cost to BPO workers of any age, as well as to students in fourth form, junior college, and university levels. These courses were designed to be up-to-date and highly relevant to evolving industry conditions, and all interested persons are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity. The training will be undertaken by a consortium of digital trainers, including UK-based Rhics Ltd., Belize-based Chamberlain Consulting Ltd., and Socias Ltd.
To apply, please visit https://www.belizegds.com/programmes, create an account, complete the web-based assessment, and be assigned to a learning track based on demonstrated strengths. Selected participants will then be informed of the rollout of the training.
The Ministry urges interested individuals to apply for this unique opportunity and to submit any queries as needed.

This is Corin Valdez reportng for Daily Online News.

29/10/2025

As part of the Miss Earth Campus Tour of The National Teachers College and Talent Competition, Miss Earth Belize Paris Cawich recited a poem honoring the Mahogany Tree as part of the Talent Competition for the Fire Group.

This is Tyler Riveroll reports for Daily Online News.

29/10/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Belize Cancer Society President Featured on SJC/SJCJC Wildcat Podcast to Raise Awareness on Breast Cancer.

Belize City, October 23rd 2025 — The Belize Cancer Society (BCS) is proud to share that its President, Mrs. Kim Simplis Barrow, was invited to the SJC/SJCJC Wildcat Podcast hosted by Ms. Adelaide Sabido, Head of Marketing & Communications and Co-Host, Ms. Margarita Blanco, to speak about breast cancer awareness, early detection, and the importance of community support in the fight against cancer.
The engaging conversation provided an opportunity to reach young audiences and inspire students to take an active role in advocacy and health education. During the interview, Mrs. Barrow emphasized that awareness saves lives — and that every voice, no matter how young, can make a difference.
In a touching gesture of solidarity, Dr. Fidel Pol, Headmaster of St. John’s College (SJC), Dr. Solangel Alvarado, Dean of St. John’s College Junior College (SJCJC), and Dr. Alexia Pol, Associate Dean of St. John’s College University (SJCU), presented a cheque of $1,300.86 to the Belize Cancer Society. The funds were raised through their “Wear Pink” Campaign, a student-led initiative supported by the President, faculty, and student body.
Mrs. Barrow expressed a heartfelt appreciation for the generous donation, noting: “What the SJC and SJCJC community has done is truly inspiring.
You’ve shown that compassion, leadership, and service are powerful tools in the fight against cancer. This contribution will directly support our awareness and patient outreach programs.”
The Belize Cancer Society extends sincere gratitude to the administration, faculty, and students of SJC and SJCJC for their continued partnership and commitment to the cause.
Together, we are building a future where awareness, hope, and action save lives.

This is Josue Teichroeb reporting for Daily Online News.

29/10/2025

Press Release

PAHO Implements World Diabetes Foundation Project to Strengthen Primary Health Care to Combat Diabetes in Belize

Belize City, Belize, October 28, 2025 (PAHO) – The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health and Wellness (MoHW), has launched a new project aimed at improving diabetes care in Belize. Funded by the World Diabetes Foundation (WDF), this initiative focuses on enhancing the care and management of diabetes through the integration of diabetes services into primary healthcare across Belize.
As part of the Diabetes Care Integration Project, the PAHO/WHO and the MoHW have visited both rural and urban health centers to evaluate current practices and determine how diabetes care can be better integrated into everyday healthcare services. The site visits allowed the team to see firsthand how local health centers are managing diabetes care, gather insights into successful practices, and identify gaps in services and care for strengthening across the country.
In addition to the site visits, a comprehensive diabetes care workshop was held, bringing together over 40 healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, primary care coordinators, medical coordinators, administrators, and internists, among others. The workshop focused on strengthening local expertise in diabetes care and featured discussions on the Global Diabetes Pact, an international initiative to improve diabetes care. Participants also worked on creating a practical roadmap for implementing a diabetes clinical pathway tailored to Belize’s healthcare system.
The goal was to improve healthcare delivery for people living with type 2 diabetes and other non-communicable diseases (NCDs). By training healthcare workers and enhancing local health systems, the training initiative aimed to reduce the impact of diabetes, prevent complications, and improve the overall health outcomes for patients.
Through this collaboration, the PAHO/WHO, WDF, and MoHW are working to make improvements to the quality of life for people with diabetes in Belize. By integrating diabetes management into primary healthcare, this will help ensure that communities have better access to effective care and prevention strategies.
The PAHO/WHO remains committed to supporting Belize in its efforts to strengthen its healthcare system and provide sustainable, long-term solutions to diabetes.

This is Richard Wade reporting for Daily Online News.

29/10/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Belize Hosts International Partners Conference 2025 under the Theme “Investing in the Green Transition”

Belmopan, October 28, 2025.

The International Partners Conference 2025 commenced under the theme “Investing in the Green Transition.” Hosted under the aegis of the International Cooperation Council, the two-day event brings together government leaders, development partners, and private sector representatives to strengthen partnerships and advance strategies for sustainable development and resilience.
Hon. John Briceño, Prime Minister, addressed the audience along with Hon. Francis Fonseca, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Culture and Immigration; Mr. Daniel Best, President of the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB); Ms. Karla Gonzalez, IDB Country Representative; and H.E. Amalia Mai, Chief Executive Officer in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade (MFAFT).
Organised by the MFAFT in collaboration with the Ministry of Economic Transformation, the conference highlights Belize’s commitment to building a green and resilient economy through climate finance, innovation, and strategic alliances. The discussions are aligned with Strategic Objective 5 of the Medium-Term Development Strategy: “Protection of the Environment.”
The programme features high-level roundtable discussions on Energy Resilience, Green Infrastructure Development, Powering Employment through Education for the Green Transition, and Challenges to Financing the Green Transition.
A dedicated panel coordinated by the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), including representatives from the European Investment Bank, UNDP, World Bank, EU Delegation, and CDB, will explore how coordinated strategies and financing instruments can support Belize’s national goals for sustainable transformation.
The conference also features a side event on “Public-Private Partnerships for the Green Transition,” bringing together leaders from government, finance, and renewable energy sectors to accelerate collaboration on projects in battery storage, grid connectivity, and e-mobility.
The International Partners Conference 2025 serves to deepen dialogue with international partners and investors, strengthen Belize’s capacity to access climate finance, and ensure that the nation’s green transition is both inclusive and transformative.

This is Zamir Esquiliano reporting for Daily Online News.

29/10/2025

PRESS RELEASE

Belize Signs Regional Agreement to Strengthen Responses to Domestic Violence

Belmopan, October 28, 2025.

The Ministry of Human Development, Family Support and Gender Affairs is pleased to announce Belize’s participation in the Regional High-Level Symposium on State Responses to Domestic Violence in the Caribbean, held on October 27–28, 2025, in Bridgetown, Barbados.
The two-day symposium, organized in collaboration with the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the Office of the Attorney General of Barbados, convened senior government officials and policymakers from across the region to strengthen legislative and institutional responses to domestic violence.
During the closing session on October 27, participating countries signed the Regional Agreement on Legislative and Policy Priorities on Domestic Violence, a significant declaration of regional solidarity and shared commitment to addressing domestic violence through stronger laws, coordinated policies, and survivor-centered approaches.
Belize was represented by Ms. Eleanor Murillo, Executive Director of the National Women’s Commission, who signed the Agreement on behalf of the country. Her participation reaffirmed Belize’s dedication to regional collaboration and to advancing national efforts to prevent and respond to domestic and gender-based violence.
Notably, Belize’s legislative review of the current Domestic Violence Act is already underway, signalling the Government’s proactive approach to strengthening legal protections and ensuring that the country’s framework remains responsive, comprehensive, and aligned with regional and international standards.
The signing of this Agreement marks a milestone in the Caribbean’s unified efforts to build safer communities, uphold survivors’ rights, and promote justice and accountability across the region.

Daily Online News, this is Cristian Padilla.

29/10/2025

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

Consultancy to Develop Implementation Pathways for Optimizing Belize’s Protected Areas Entrance Fee System

The Government of Belize, through the Blue Bond and Finance Permanence (BBFP) Unit within the Office of the Prime Minister, invites qualified Consulting Firms to submit proposals for a consultancy to design a comprehensive Implementation Roadmap for Optimizing Belize’s Protected Areas Entrance Fee System.
This assignment, supported by WWF, aims to strengthen and modernize Belize’s protected areas financing through a centralized, digital, and transparent fee management system; establish equitable revenue allocation frameworks; and ensure sustainable long-term conservation financing across the national protected areas system.
Key Tasks Include:
• Developing detailed implementation pathways for identified optimization interventions.
• Conducting legal, institutional, and governance assessments.
• Designing accountability and transparency mechanisms.
• Facilitating stakeholder engagement and consultations.
• Preparing a fully costed, actionable roadmap with policy briefs for implementation.
Consulting Firm Requirements:
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in environmental finance, public financial management, or fiscal policy reform.
• Proven record in protected area financing mechanisms and system-level policy design.
• A multidisciplinary team including experts in economics, law, ICT systems, and stakeholder engagement.
Duration: 4 months (December 2025 – March 2026)
Submission Deadline: November 14, 2025, by 4:00 PM
Email: [email protected]
The full Terms of Reference can be requested via the same email address. Only shortlisted firms will be contacted.

This is Derreck Chatham reporting for Daily Online News.

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