Hope Haven Children’s Home continues to provide essential shelter and education to vulnerable children, despite relying heavily on generous donations. In an interview with board members on April 9th, the nonprofit shared that it currently houses 11 girls, many of whom are victims of sexual assault, neglect, or abandonment, and requires approximately $30,000 monthly to cover staf...

As the summer season approaches, there have been reports of an imminent heatwave that could affect the country. While heatwaves in Belize have been intense in the past, the National Meteorological Service of Belize has dismissed those claims, stating that there is currently no forecast for extreme heat in the coming days.

Caye Caulker residents continue to demand answers about allegations that the beachfront property housing the community police station was put up for sale. Construction of the new police station on the site has halted, further raising concerns among Hicaqueños. Without clear responses from the central government, islanders, led by the Caye Caulker Village Council, have been voici...

The proposed cruise port off Belize City, once known as Stake Bank, has been rebranded as ‘Olo Caye’ following legal battles, receivership, and eventual government acquisition. According to a press release dated April 10th, the project will be transformed into a world-class cruise port with a luxury resort. “Olo Caye is led by Piero Dibattista, whose professional record spans mo...

The United States Embassy in Belize Consular Section team held town hall meetings in San Pedro on April 14th and in Caye Caulker on April 15th. The San Pedro session took place at Blue Water Grill from 10AM to 12PM. The event was organized by the U.S. Embassy in Belmopan’s American Citizens Services Unit to provide information and assistance to U.S. citizens living in or visitin...