On Friday, Commissioner of Police Chester Williams received a blunt letter from Sharole Saldivar, C.E.O. of the Ministry of Home Affairs, instructing him to step down and take on the role of caretaker for the department. This move would prevent Williams from making any transfers
Tensions between gangs in Belize City have been escalating, and the Belize Police Department is taking strategic steps to reduce the violence. Last month, Joseph Garcia was killed by gunmen while in a vehicle with Ronlee Petillo and Shamar Faber, who police believe were the
A veteran cop was recently dismissed from the Belize Police Department after twenty-one years of service. Reports suggest this officer was named in a cartel note found with the body of missing man Raheem Usher. Although Commissioner of Police Chester Williams denied that Usher’s death
Following the P.U.P.'s victory in the 2025 general elections, Prime Minister John Briceño reshuffled the Cabinet. Dolores Balderamos-Garcia and Rodwell Ferguson, among several others, were moved to new roles, and some ministries were restructured and reassigned. However, Kareem Musa, the Minister of Home Affairs and
Today, the Ahmadiyya Muslim Jama’at is getting ready to celebrate its tenth annual Jalsa Salana in Belize. This week-long spiritual event brings people together to promote brotherhood in the community and welcomes visitors to join in the festivities. This year's peace-themed conference kicks off at
Commissioner of Police Chester Williams and Deputy Commissioner Dr. Richard Rosado visited Corporal Manuel Chub at his home. A statement from the department said, "This visit was a testament to the department's deep concern for the health and well-being of its officers." Commissioner Williams assured continued
Belizean pilot Juan Olivares has achieved a milestone, earning his Private Pilot License, Instrument Flight Rating, and Commercial Pilot License. His dedication, discipline, and professionalism have set an example within his aviation school. The school posted on social media, "We proudly celebrate your great achievement
The Ahmadiyya Muslim Jamaat in Belize is celebrating its 10th annual Jalsa Salana this week. The purpose of the event is to gain a nearness to God and develop ties of brotherhood within the community. The Jalsa Salana serves as a spiritual gathering to bridge
Belize has officially taken the presidency of the Regional International Agricultural Health Committee (CIRSA) during the 72nd Ordinary Meeting, which started today in San Pedro. The two-day event brings together agriculture ministers from across the region to discuss agricultural health and food security. Minister of Agriculture
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has instructed American diplomats to closely scrutinize the social media activity of certain student and exchange visa applicants, a move that appears to target individuals suspected of criticizing the United States and Israel, The New York Times reports. According to
