CARICOM urges Guatemala to cease military incursions into Belizean territory

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has called on Guatemala to immediately halt military actions in Belizean territory after a series of reported incursions in the Sarstoon River earlier this month. According to the Government of Belize, between...

BELIZE-BORDER-Government rejects Guatemala’s account of illegal entry into Belize by soldiers

BELIZE-ABDUCTION-Government reiterates it played no role in the “abduction” of a Belizean national

Belize Partners With Blue Nutrients to Build Global Seaweed Superfood Industry

The Ministry of Home Affairs and New Growth Industries is partnering with Belize Blue Nutrients Limited to position the country as a leader in the global seaweed market. This collaboration aims to develop a sustainable, value-added seaweed...

The Amish Cook: A Wedding in Belize

On the morning of the wedding, Julia and I were just waking up when we heard a voice from outside the window calling out, "Hello! Hello!" In Belize, it's not uncommon to have peddlers come by to sell their goods. "Probably people coming through to...

COPPPAL Alerts International Community to Guatemala’s Illegal Actions in Belize

In related news, the Permanent Conference of Political Parties of Latin America and the Caribbean (COPPPAL) has issued a formal alert regarding recent illegal actions by Guatemala against Belize. In a statement, COPPPAL’s President, Alejandro...

UWI Open Campus Awards BZ$45,000 in Bursaries to Outstanding Belizean Students

The University of the West Indies (UWI) Open Campus Belize has announced the recipients of the Belize Global Giving Bursaries for the 2025-2026 academic year. These bursaries, which are awarded based on academic merit and co-curricular activities,...

CARICOM Condemns Guatemalan Military Incursions Into Belize Territory

The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) has issued a strong statement condemning recent incursions by the Guatemalan Armed Forces (GAF) into Belizean territory, calling on Guatemala to immediately halt its “aggressive actions” in the Sarstoon River....

Belize Association of Houston Marks 44th Independence Anniversary with Texas Governor’s Recognition

The Belize Association of Houston is celebrating Belize’s 44th Independence Anniversary with official greetings from Texas Governor Greg Abbott, highlighting the strong connections between the Belizean community in Texas and the Lone Star State.In...

Belize Tax Service Says Munnings Failed to Stick to Payment Plan

The Belize Tax Service is defending its decision to take well-known business owner, Andrew Munnings, to court over unpaid taxes. Earlier this year, BTS released a list of people and businesses that owed substantial taxes to the Government of...

Belize’s Economic Boom, Is it True Growth or Illusion?

The economy is booming, or so the numbers suggest. For the third year in a row, the International Monetary Fund has given us top marks, with growth hitting a little over eight percent last year and more expansion expected this year. According to...

CARICOM calls on Guatemala to ensure military forces desist from illegally entering Belizean territory

Sep 17, 2025 News Kaieteur News – The Caribbean Community (CARICOM) on Tuesday called on Guatemala to ensure that its military forces desist from illegally entering Belizean territory and from aggressive actions which will raise tensions between...

AMISH COOK: A summer wedding in Belize expands the palette and broadens horizons

In my mind, this summer was not one to be on the road all the time, but when my friend Grace Schrock was planning to get married in Belize, I simply couldn't stay home. Julia, 13, planned to go with me. It didn't seem fair to all the other...

US Lists Belize As One Of Four CARICOM Major Transit/Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries

Belize is one of Four CARICOM countries listed in US President Donald Trump's "Determination on Major Drug Transit or Major Illicit Drug Producing Countries for Fiscal Year 2026". Trump has named The Bahamas, Belize, Haiti and Jamaica as major...

BELIZE-BORDER-CARICOM calls on Guatemala to desist from illegally entering Belizean territory

BELIZE-FINANCE-IMF welcomes strong economic recovery in Belize

Guatemala Gaslighting Belize?

And in other news, we've been reporting on the recent incursions into the Sarstoon by the Guatemalan Armed Forces. You've seen the videos of the BDF's vessels being surrounded by the GAF and you've heard Belmopan's response - that they've been...

Belize for Hispanic Heritage Month - Culture, Cuisine & a New Eco Tour

Each year, Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15–Oct. 15) invites us to celebrate the cultures and histories that shape Latin America. While Belize is often recognized for its Caribbean coastline and natural wonders, it also holds a lesser-known...

CARICOM Stands With Belize, Scolds Guatemala For Incursions

Gloria and Julia visit Belize

Southeast Iowa Union offers audio versions of articles using Instaread. Some words may be mispronounced. In my mind, this summer was not one to be on the road all the time, but when my friend Grace Schrock was planning to get married in Belize, I...