Belize Times August 29, 2021 - PlanBelize on All Gears

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THE BELIZE TIMES

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ON ALL GEARS HEALTH | EDUCATION | AGRICULTURE | TOURISM | ECONOMY | INFRASTRUCTURE ET AL

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ASSESSMENT OF FOOD SYSTEMS

GROUNDBREAKING

NEW CAYE CAULKER HEALTH CENTER

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FINALLY NEW HAULOVER BRIDGE! Pg. 2

PlanBelize gets Belize out of Recession

Making Education Work For Belize (Centerfold)

VACCINES SAVE LIVES!

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GROUNDBREAKING NEW CAYE CAULKER HEALTH CENTER IMPROVED HEALTH AND WELL BEING FOR THE PEOPLE August 21, 2021 - The ground-breaking for the new health clinic for Caye Caulker is a step towards fulfilling the Plan Belize promise of improved health and well being for the people of Belize, specifically for the people of Caye Caulker.

Area Representative Hon. Abner Andre Perez alongside the Prime Minister of Belize Hon. John Briceño and the Minister for Health and Wellness Hon. Michel Chebat reveal the plans for the new health centre for Caye Caulker.

The infrastructure development is one

PRESS RELEASE

Cabinet Brief Belmopan. 25th August 2021. 8:10 p.m.

The Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in regular session on 24th August 2021.

• Cabinet welcomed the news that Belizean Contractor M&M Ltd. was chosen for the construction of a new bridge across the Belize River to replace the Haulover Bridge at a cost of BZ$30 million. This is BZ$29 million less than the original bid of BZ$59 under the past UDP Administration for the construction of the bridge.

• Cabinet was apprised by the Ministry of Health & Wellness on the rollout of the Pfizer vaccination for Belizeans between the ages of 12 and 17. As of Tuesday morning, 24th August, which marked the nationwide vaccine roll-out for students, 1,492 Pfizer vaccines were administered to students in Belize, Corozal and Orange Walk districts.

• Cabinet was updated on the status of vaccines and the number of vaccines available in Belize. As of 16th August 2021, 153,225 persons or 35.6% of the population had received at least one dose of the vaccine. This represents an increase of 7,658 new vaccinations over last week’s numbers. Additionally, 61,567 or 14.3% of the population has been fully vaccinated, an increase of 5,237 more persons over last week’s 56,330.

• On 26th August 2021, Belize will receive 112,000 Johnson & Johnson vaccines through the African Platform. These vaccines will be added to the other vaccines currently being distributed across Belize. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine is a one-shot vaccine and will be available to Belizeans in the coming days.

Vaccines save lives so all Belizeans are urged to get vaccinated.

• Cabinet endorsed the updated National Determined Contributions (NDC) to be presented by the Ministry of Sustainable Development, Climate Change and Disaster Risk Management, which embodies Belize’s efforts to reduce national greenhouse gas emissions while adapting to climate change. The updated NDC is the nation’s plan to address climate change and partial fulfillment of Belize’s commitment to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.

• Cabinet gave its approval for Belize to accede to the agreement establishing the Caribbean Customs Organization and on Mutual Administrative Assistance in Customs Matters. This agreement formally enables and fosters cooperation among its member Customs Departments for the exchange of sensitive information, customs modernization and otherwise to achieve greater efficiencies in revenue collection, trade facilitation and law enforcement.

• Cabinet was updated on the current status in the implementation of the new ePassport system and ePassports and approved the base concept of the ePassport design proposal, which should pave the way for the new passport system to be introduced in July 2022.

• Cabinet endorsed signing of a memorandum of understanding between the Ministry of Youth, Sports and E-Governance and Harvest Trading Cap Academy for the launch of a youth scholarship program in financial markets training in Belize for 5,000 youths to assist in fostering youth entrepreneurship. These scholarships will be funded by the Harvest Trading Cap Academy.

• Cabinet gave its full support and endorsement to the Belize Education Sector Strategy Plan 2021-2025 that was presented by the Hon. Francis Fonseca, Minister of Education, Culture, Science & Technology.

• Finally, Cabinet is asking all Belizeans to remain alert, as yet another system forms in the southwestern Caribbean and will move closer to our area over the next two days as a weak tropical depression. This system is expected to bring rains and flooding, especially in the northern part of the country over the course of the weekend. The National Emergency Management Organization continues to monitor the system and will provide timely updates to the nation.

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long-awaited for the people of this island community. For years, Caye Caulker has clamoured for the attention of improved health services for its people. Today, that call is being answered.

In just nine months after being elected as the Area Representative for Belize Rural South, Hon. Perez noted, “I am pleased to tell my people of Caye Caulker that this ground-breaking is the start of a fulfilment of promise… action being taken on the construction of the first phase of the Caye Caulker Health Centre. You, Our People will

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no longer have to fear that being ill means a long travel to the City or San Pedro just to receive critical medical care.”

This first phase of the construction of the entire ground floor facilities will be equipped with the amenities of a pharmacy, triage room, asthma bay, treatment room, consultations rooms, observation rooms, sterile room, waiting areas, restroom and facilities for staff and visitors, a laundry room, utility room and waste disposal and storage facilities. The construction is being completed via the Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) for a total of almost BZD$1.4Million and with construction slated to last nine (9) months. The contractor for the project is Julio Magaña of Triple E Construction.

The subsequent phases, depicted in the attached pictures, will be included at the time of the construction of the second floor and ancillary items, that will include site fencing and reinforced concrete parking stalls. This will be funded in a future initiative.

FINALLY NEW HAULOVER BRIDGE! August 26, 2021 - After almost four years since the UDP Government of Belize received funds for the replacement of the Haulover Bridge, and after several people have died in traffic accidents on the narrow approaches to the bridge, finally, under a PUP Government - the one led by Prime Minister John Briceno, a contract has been signed for the replacement of the bridge.

Even though the loan of $24 million had been made available from October 2017 from the OPEC Fund for International Development, the UDP administration under the bald dome failed to cough up the remainder of the funds to get the project off the ground.

What the UDP was successful in doing was coming up with an inflated proposal for an anchor bridge, which would have cost Belizeans $59.4 million!

That is almost double what the current PUP Government managed to seal the deal for, at $30,990,991. Despite the serious economic reality, and inheriting more debts than funds from the previous Government, this PUP Government was able to commence the procurement in March, after only four months in office.

The company that won the bid for the contract is M&M Engineering Consultants, the same company that built the new bridge that spans the river passing through Roaring Creek Village. The company will, over the next 24 months, carry out the construction, while the existing bridge will continue to be used to accommodate the busy traffic flow on that main artery into and out of Belize City.

The Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing’s Project Execution Unit will implement the project, and Politecnica Ingegneria ed Achitettura S.C, an Italian bridge specialist consultancy firm, will provide technical and administrative supervision.

The structure to replace the Haulover Bridge was designed according to modern standards to be a single span, structural steel arch, on piles. According to a spokesperson from the construction company, the new bridge will be a three-

span reinforced concrete structure east of the existing structure. It will be 12 feet higher, and several feet longer and wider than the current bridge, able to accommodate traffic on both approaches simultaneously.

An official from the Ministry of Infrastructure Development informed this week that the price of the bridge was significantly cut from its original cost when the original design that was submitted by a foreign company was replaced by a local design and all the components for the new structure are available in Belize. The official said that, despite the cost-cutting designed selected, the new bridge will meet all the requirements of a growing Belize City and is also expected, with proper maintenance, to last several decades.

The current Haulover Bridge was built in 1947.

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The Light at the End of the Tunnel

here was a lot that happened this week. The roll out of vaccines for children ages twelve to seventeen is now ongoing. Coupled with the recent arrival of the Johnson and Johnson this means that Belize is in the enviable position of having enough vaccines for their entire population.

There are many countries worldwide where vaccines are not so readily available. School age children who have been vaccinated will be able to resume face to face classes as early as October. This will be the first big step to move towards normalcy. Judging by the long lines at the schools, children are anxious to go back to school and that can only be a good thing. The economy keeps growing at a rate even the experts at the IMF did not foresee. The Home-grown Plan we have sown has taken a deep hold and already the fruits of the collective sacrifices Belizeans made are being felt.

There are no easy fixes, there are no quick repairs to an economy that was abused and misused for over a decade. Many pundits and economic gurus sat idly by while their leader laughed like Nero as he lit our economy on fire. These madmen and women laughed as they danced in the ashes. They come now in the guises full of notions, theories, and suggestions on how to advance the progress of our nation. It would have served us all better if they had implemented such wisdom when they were in control of government.

The Leader of the Opposition has gone to rub elbows with celebrities who have not given him the time of day since his incarceration and together they all pretend that this man, who they claim their system has rehabilitated, is still not as violent as he was in his youth. Many more politicians have been deposed of their posts over much less in the United States of America. Here in town, we have work to do. The Ministry of Infrastructure, Development and Housing has done everything short of a miracle to keep us connected and moving. This has certainly enhanced the work of the Ministry with responsibility for Agriculture, and the farmers who carried the weight of economy on their hard-working shoulders throughout the worst of the pandemic.

By all accounts we are expecting a robust high season in the Tourism Sector. This means that the Aviation Sector will do well, and the economic ripples will be felt all through our financial system. It seems that we are nearing the end of a long and dark tunnel. It has not been easy, but our Leader John Briceño and his team have been up to the task.

Every decision taken has not been done lightly, but in an earnest desire to better the economic outlook for Belize. Today, those harsh choices bring us closer to a renewed economic stability, a stability that we did not enjoy even pre-Covid. These are the direct results of accessibility to vaccines, and the aggressive campaign for their acceptance. The policies in Education during these times will allow our children to integrate back into the classroom and for face-to-face lessons to resume. The circumstances are not perfect, there are still many challenges, and many difficult decisions must still be made. However, the worst has been averted, and we are well on our way to recovery. The light at the end of the tunnel is just beyond our reach.

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9 Year Old: “Mommy, please tell Belize that if my daddy had the vaccine he would be here with us today.”

Cayo South Representative Hon: Julius Espat on himself testing Covid-19 positive: I must admit that seeing a positive test result is a frightening experience; but being fully vaccinated, I felt little to no symptoms during my time infected and, in a strange way, I consider myself lucky to have had this experience.

It has given me time to reflect on those that did not have the luxury of getting the vaccine; like my dear colleague David “Dido” Vega, and countless others who have lost their lives to this pandemic.

Get vaccinated. If not for yourself, do it for those that could only dream of a vaccine to save their lives. Do your part to protect yourself and protect Belize.

That post inspired a comment

by Ingrid Vega(wife of the late Hon. Dido Vega, Corozal Bay): Oh my, you made me cry…But thank you so much for being his friend. Like

my 9 year old said “Mommy, please tell Belize that if my daddy had the vaccine he would be here with us today.”

Thank God you are ok. God bless you. Get vax Belize.” #getvaccinatedbze #lovethemprotectthem

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VOICE OF THE COMMON MAN

PLANBELIZE THRUSTS BELIZE OUT OF RECESSION

By Hilly Bennett The Statistical Institute of Belize (SIB) released the economic indicators for Belize’s 2nd Quarter performance. A performance indicative of the economy “Recovering Stronger, Bouncing Back Better Than Before....” from the throes of recession. The 2nd Quarter report is also the first quarter that can be compared with the denudation of Barrow and Faber economy riddled with the vilest corruption and bordering criminal incompetence.

The report disclosed that the gross domestic product (GDP) for Belize was valued at $711.4 million, an increase of $129.6 million, or 22.3% in comparison to the second quarter of 2020. The cumulative GDP estimates for the first six months witnessed an increase of 78.5 million dollars, or 6%. Notably, in 2020 GDP plummeted by 20%. Belize’s economy experienced 4 quarters of contraction with the 4th quarter placing the Jewel in the clutches of a depression.

Sugar and banana led the agricultural sector on the rebound. Notwithstanding the effects of climate shocks and the stresses related to the pandemic. Sugar deliveries rocketed to 937 metric tons, from 740 metric tons produced in the second quarter of 2020. A total of 937 metric

tons was harvested in the second quarter of 2021. Although the reporting suggests COVID-19 as a determining factor for the lesser output in sugarcane production it was the insistence of Honourable Jose Abelardo Mai “no cane left on the ground” that contributed in the uptick in sugar production in 2021 figures. Banana production increased by 2.4% to 26.8% as reported

by SIB. Livestock production increased by 64.8% for the second quarter of 2021.

Interestingly, cattle production increased by a whopping 362.8%, registering an increase of about 8,800 more heads being produced, as reported in quarter 2 of 2021, compared to 2,400 heads that were produced in the second quarter of 2020. Once again, UDPs would spinning the pandemic wheel to undermine the People’s United Party Government and stewardship of Prime Minister John Briceño for the colossal turnaround in the cattle trade. Contrary, it was utter incompetence of the Barrow/ Faber red regime to kill this vital industry because Barrow considered it informal and illegal. Pigs increased by 15.6% and poultry production increased by 30.4%. Citrus declined by 6.735% compared to 2020 figures mainly from the effects suffered from the citrus greening.

Imports increased in all the commod-

ities categories for the two quarters of 2021. Manufactured goods and services together rose by 64%, or 66.5 million dollars to 262.9 million, the contributing factor being increase in imports of construction materials - steel pipes, corrugated steel rods and cement. Minerals, fuel and lubricants category rose from 22 million to 133.2 million. Imports into the Commercial Free Zone went up by twenty- per cent to 159.4 million, factored by purchases of footwear, cigarettes, and beer. The beverages and tobacco category increased to 47.1 million an increase of 24 million dollars with rising imports of beer geared for the re-export market. Imports of machinery and transport equipment in-

creased by thirteen per cent. There was an increase in food and beverage processing machinery.

Inflation measured at 2.2 percent amongst the lowest in Central and North America(lower than Mexico and the United States) and increase in cost of living was contributed by a myriad of external global trends.

Nonetheless the John Briceño administration and architects of Planbelize Home grown recovery is bearing the fruits of their efforts. Reiterating the Deputy Prime Minister, Cordel Hyde pronouncement, watch us make the impossible possible. PlanBelize has thrust PUBLIC AUCTION SALE: FABULOUS WATERWAY PR Belize out ofMoho recession Bay Area, Belize City, Belize District

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs. The Belize Bank Limited, Licensed Au Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the currently running and will expire Tuesday 7th September 2021 at 1:30 pm.

Parcel No. 1609 Moho Bay Area, Belize City:

PUBLICAUCTIONSALE: FABULOUS WATERWAYPROPERTY Moho Bay Area, Belize City, Belize District

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs. The Belize Bank Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. AUCTION SALE: FABULOUS WATERWAY PROPERTY Castillo PUBLIC and Christiana R. Castillo Moho Bay Area, Belize City,are Belizeselling District ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the below

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs.

The currently Belize Bank Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A.Tuesday Castillo and 7th September 2021 at 1:30 pm. described property.

Sale running and will expire Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the below described property. Sale currently running and will expire Tuesday 7th September 2021 at 1:30 pm.

Parcel No. 1609 Moho Bay Area, Belize City:

Parcel No. 1609 Moho Bay Area, Belize City:

BLOCK P 16 (Being 16 a fabulous two-storey Caribbean Shores 1609 concrete dwelling house [3,941 sq. ft.] containing 4 b + 3 bathrooms + Powder room+ living/dining/kitchen + Laundry + 2 verandas + Ful storeroomshouse + Garage (4 vehicles and lot [623 sq. yds.] situate 2 lotswalkfrom the sea (Being a fabulous two-storey concrete dwelling [3,941 sq. parking) ft.] containing 4 bedrooms + 3 full the freehold property.)

REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL in closets + 3 Caribbean bathrooms + Powder room+ living/dining/kitchen + Laundry + 2 verandas + Fully flat Shores 16 1609 VIEWING AVAILABLE WITH 24 HOURS NOTICE roof with railings 2 storerooms + Garage (4 vehicles parking) (Beingconcrete a fabulous two-storey concrete dwelling+house [3,941 sq. ft.] containing 4 bedrooms + 3 full walk-in closets and lot [623 sq. yds.] situate 2 TERMS: STRICTLY CASH + 3 bathrooms + Powder + Laundry + 2 verandas Fullyfreehold flat concrete roof with railings + 2 lots from the room+ sea inliving/dining/kitchen Moho Bay Area, Belize City,+the property.)

KEVIN A. CASTILLO storerooms + Garage (4 vehicles parking) and lot [623 sq. yds.] situate 2 lots from the sea in Moho Bay Area, Belize City, the freehold property.)

VIEWING AVAILABLE WITH 24 HOURS NOTICE TELEPHONE 223-4488 VIEWING AVAILABLE WITH 24 HOURS NOTICE Website: belizepropertyauctions.com TERMS: STRICTLYCASH TERMS: STRICTLY CASH E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com KEVIN A. CASTILLO KEVIN A. CASTILLO Facebook: Belize Auctions TELEPHONE 223-4488

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PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES Placencia Pensinsula, Stann Creek District

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs. The Belize Bank International Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via PUBLIC AUCTION SALES:PROPERTIES PROPERTIES PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: Placencia Pensinsula, StannCreek Creek District Placencia Pensinsula,appearing Stann District belizepropertyauctions.com those properties below.

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InternationalLimited, Limited, Licensed Auctioneers expire on Monday 30th August 2021 at the times shown onthose the website.

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Sales currently running andwill will expire on Monday Monday 30 at the times shown on the 1. No. 1486 West Wind Drive, The Placencia Residences, Placencia Peninsula, Stann below.

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No. 1486 West Wind Drive, The Placencia Residences, Placencia Stann Creek District: 1. No. 1486 West Wind Drive, The Placencia Residences, PlacenciaPeninsula, Peninsula, Stann Creek District: Creek District:

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Unit No. 601 Renaissance Tower , No. 8 Newtown Barracks, Belize City, Belize District

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs. The Belize Bank International Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. Castillo and Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE PUBLIC AUCTION SALE: PROPERTY via belizepropertyauctions.com listed property.

Sales currently Unit No. 601 Renaissance Towerthe , No.below 8 Newtown Barracks, Belize City, Belize District running and

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs. The Bank International Limited, Licensed Kevin A. Castillo and will expire on Belize Monday 6th September 2021 Auctioneers at 3:00 pm.

Christiana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the below listed property. Sales currently running and will expire on Monday 6th September 2021 at 3:00 pm.

Unit No. 601 Renaissance Tower , No. 8 Newtown Barracks, Belize Unit No.District: 601 Renaissance Tower , No. 8 Newtown Barracks, Belize City, Belize District: City, Belize

REGISTRATION SECTION PARCELS REGISTRATION SECTIONBLOCK BLOCK PARCEL Placencia North 1486 Placencia North 36 1486 36 REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL (Being a three storey timber/vinyl dwelling house: Ground Floor 28 ft. X 59 ft. + porch 8 ft.

X 28 ft.

Placencia North 36 1486 containing 2 bedrooms + 1 bathroom + living/dining/kitchen laundry utility storage under (Being a three storey timber/vinyl dwelling house: Ground+ Floor 28+ft.

X 59room ft. + +porch 8 ft.

X 28 ft.

(Being a threeFirst timber/vinyl house: Floor+28 ft. X 59 + porch 8 +ft.storage X+28 ft.under staircase; Floor: 22+ft.

X 43dwelling ft. + porch 5 ft. XGround 22 ft. containing master bedroom +room bathroom walk-in containing 2storey bedrooms 1 bathroom + living/dining/kitchen laundry + ft. utility closet; Second Floor:+22 101 ft.

X 10 ft. attic all+three floors internal concrete staircase containing 2First bedrooms bathroom + porch living/dining/kitchen laundry + via utility room ++storage under staircase; Floor: ft.

X 43 ft. viewing + 5 ft.(access X 22 ft.tocontaining master bedroom bathroom + walktimber steps) and square meters (1099.95 square situate oninternal West+Wind Drive,+staircase The staircase; First Floor: 22 lot ft.

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X 22 ft. containing master bedroom bathroom walk-in inwith closet; Second Floor: 10[919.702 X 10 ft. viewing attic (access to all yards)] three floors via concrete Placencia Residences, Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek District, the freehold property of Mr. Ron closet; Floor:and 10 ft.

10 ft. viewing (access to allsquare three floors viasituate internal staircase with Second timber steps) lotX[919.702 squareattic meters (1099.95 yards)] onconcrete West Wind Drive, Oczkowski and and Ms. lot Barbara Bell.)square meters (1099.95 square yards)] situate on West Wind Drive, The with steps) [919.702 Thetimber Placencia Residences, Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek District, the freehold property of Mr. Ron *******NB. Restrictions on use of Property is available upon request******* Placencia Residences, Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek District, the freehold property of Mr. Ron Oczkowski and Ms. Barbara 2. No. 2108 West Wind Drive,Bell.)

The Placencia Residences, Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek District:

Oczkowski and Ms. Barbara Bell.) *******NB. Restrictions on use of Property is available upon request******* *******NB. Restrictions on use of Property is available upon request******* 2. No. 2108 West Wind Drive, The Placencia Residences, Placencia Peninsula, Stann 2. No. 2108 West Wind Drive, The Placencia Residences, Placencia Peninsula, Stann Creek District: Creek District:

REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL Placencia North 36 2108 (Being a two-storey concrete building [32 ft. X 32 inclusive of a porch 5 ft. X 16 ft. + back porch 5 ft. wide containing Ground Floor: masterSECTION bedroom + walk-in closet + bathroom + living/dining/kitchen + half REGISTRATION REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCELS BLOCK PARCEL bathroom + laundry room; Second Floor: 1 bedroom + closet + bathroom (access via internal concrete & Placencia 36 Placencia Residences, 2108 Placencia North North 36 Wind Drive, 2108 The tiled staircase)] and lot [937.060 S.M.] situate on West Placencia (Being a two-storey concrete building [32 ft. X 32 inclusive of a porch 5 ft. X 16 ft. + back porch 5 ft. wide Peninsula, Stann Creek District.)

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X 32 inclusive of a porch 5 ft.

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containing Groundroom; Floor:Second masterFloor: bedroom + walk-in closet++bathroom bathroom(access + living/dining/kitchen + half bathroom + laundry 1 bedroom + closet via internal concrete & bathroom + laundry Second Floor: 1 bedroom + closet + bathroom (accessResidences, via internalPlacencia concrete & INFORMATION - www.belizebank.com (foreclosure listing) tiled staircase)] and ADDITIONAL lot room; [937.060 S.M.] situate on West Wind Drive, The Placencia tiled staircase)] and lot [937.060 S.M.] situate onSTRICTLY West WindCASH Drive, The Placencia Residences, Placencia TERMS: Peninsula, Stann Creek District.)

Peninsula, Stann Creek District.)

KEVIN A. CASTILLO *******NB. Restrictions on use of Property is available upon request******* *******NB. Restrictions onTELEPHONE use of Property is available upon request******* 223-4488 Website: belizepropertyauctions.com ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - www.belizebank.com (foreclosure listing) E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com ADDITIONAL INFORMATION TERMS: STRICTLY CASHFace Book: Belize Auctions listing) www.belizebank.com (foreclosure KEVIN A. CASTILLO TERMS: STRICTLY CASH TELEPHONE 223-4488 KEVIN A. CASTILLO Website: belizepropertyauctions.com TELEPHONE 223-4488 E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com Website: belizepropertyauctions.com Facekevinacas@yahoo.com Book: Belize Auctions E-mail: Face Book: Belize Auctions

REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK 45 PARCELS Kings Park 946/H30 (Being strata titleKings Unit No. 601 situate within Renaissance at No. 8 Newtown Barracks, Belize City Park 45 Tower situate 946/H30 consisting of 3 Bedrooms each with Bathrooms + Living Room + Porch + Dining Room + Kitchen + Pantry + Den with Bathroom + Powder Room + Foyer, a fully air-conditioned unit with wonderful views of Belize City in three (Being strata title Unit No. 601 situate within Renaissance Tower situate at No. 8 different directions including the Caribbean Sea , freehold property)

Newtown Barracks, Belize City consisting of 3 Bedrooms each with Bathrooms + TERMS: CASH Living Room + Porch + Dining RoomSTRICTLY + Kitchen + Pantry + Den with Bathroom + KEVIN A. CASTILLO Powder Room + Foyer, a fully air-conditioned unit with wonderful views of Belize TELEPHONE 223-4488 Website:including belizepropertyauctions.com City in three different directions the Caribbean Sea , freehold property) E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com Face Book: Belize Auctions

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06 6 ASSESSMENT OF FOOD SYSTEMS

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Ahead of the global United Nations Food Systems Summit 2021 being convened in September by United Nations Secretary General, António Guterres, the Government of Belize in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the European Union (EU) is poised to undertake its food systems assessment with the support of the country’s key stakeholders.

Over 50 stakeholders representing the government, civil society, the private sector, academia and non-governmental organizations gathered virtually on Thursday, August 26, 2021 for a Stakeholders Consultation Workshop on “Catalysing the Sustainable and Inclusive Transformation of Food Systems in Belize.”

The workshop is one of many being organized in the Caribbean and across the world through a partnership with governments, FAO, the EU, and the French Agricultural Research Centre for International Development (CIRAD). In Belize, the three partner agencies have joined hands with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise and the National Food and Nutrition Security Commission to embark on a large-scale assessment of Belize’s food systems. The consultation workshop is a central component in this assessment process and will bring together diverse food systems actors to share their views on key issues and challenges and identify levers and entry points that can lead to sustainable food systems transformation.

Across the region, food systems cannot fulfill their purpose to provide

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THIRD NOTICE

Pursuant to Section 10 (3) of the Belize Mines and Minerals Act, Chapter 226, Substannutritious and healthy food to all and contribute to enhanced livelihood optive Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, Lilian portunities in an inclusive and enviGaibu for MDL Investments Ltd., has applied ronmentally sustainable way. They are to the Honourable Minister of Natural Resourcbeing challenged by several factors, including changing diets, population es, Petroleum & Mining, through the Inspector growth, technology, urbanization and of Mines, Mining Unit; for a Mining License to climate change. There may be enough food to potentially feed everyone dredge sand, silt and mud for the creation of a preventing the triple burdens of malmarina from an area situated at Mile 5 ½ George nutrition and obesity, as well as the rise of diet related non-communicable Price Highway, and to NOTICE dredge sand, silt, mud, FIRST diseases. However, the economic and and coral rubble from an area adjacent to Spanterritorial imbalances are such that Pursuant to Section 10 Lookout (3) of the Belize Minesfor and Minerals Act, Chapterof226, Substantive Law food systems do not generate fair ecoish Caye, the elevation low-lying nomic returns for all actors, Revised particular-Edition 2011, Lilian Gaibu for MDL Investments Ltd., has applied to the Honoura areas on Spanish which is owned ly for small-scale producers,of triggering Natural Resources, Petroleum & Mining,Lookout through theCaye, Inspector of Mines, Mining Unit; f an endless cycle of precariousness by MDL Investments Ltd., located approximateLicense to dredge sand, silt and mud for the creation of a marina from an area situated and poverty. They need transforming George Price Highway, to dredge sand, silt, mud, coral rubble an area adjacen ly 10and miles southeast of and Belize City, from Belize Disif we are to achieve the Sustainable Lookout Caye, fortrict. the elevation of low-lying areas on Spanish Lookout Caye, which is own The areas to be mined are bounded within Development Goals.

Investments Ltd., located approximately 10 miles southeast of Belize City, Belize District. T The consultation workshop is UTM-coordinates: be mined are bounded within UTM-coordinates: a step in promoting this sustainable and inclusive transformation of food systems. Stakeholders will identify key constraints and entry points for innovative policy and investment solutions for the transformation of sustainable food systems. The evidence and knowledge gathered will be summarized in a Food Systems Assessment Report and Policy Brief that will advance the national dialogues on food systems, The and areas feed into policies, plans and programs shaping the food systems development in Belize. The findings will also inform the high-level United Nations Food System Summit in September 2021, in view of guiding future action under the global food systems transformation agenda.

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The areas to be mined comprise approximately fifteen (15) acres.

to be mined comprise approximately fifteen (15) acres.

BY ORDER OF MORTGAGEE NOTICE OF INTENTION TO SELL SECOND NOTICE HOLY REDEEMER CREDIT UNION LIMITED a statutory body formed and

Pursuant to Section 10 (3) of the the Belize Mines Act,ofChapter Substantive registered under Credit Unionand Act,Minerals Chapter 314 the Laws 226, of Belize, Revised Law Edition 2000,Gaibu and whose office is situated No.applied 1 Hyde’sto Lane, Revised Edition 2011, Lilian for registered MDL Investments Ltd.,athas the Belize Honoura City, Belize District hereby gives notice of its intention to exercise its power of f of Natural Resources, Petroleum & Mining through the Inspector of Mines, Mining Unit; sale as Mortgagee under and by virtue of a Deed of Mortgage registered at the License to dredge sand, silt and mud for the creation of a marina from an area situated Land Titles between PETER of the one partanand HRCU George Price Highway, and Unit to dredge sand, silt, ROY mud,WILLIAMS and coral rubble from area adjacen of the other part.

Lookout Caye, for the elevation of low-lying areas on Spanish Lookout Caye, which is own Investments Ltd.,HRCU locatedwill approximately 10ofmiles southeast Belize District. T at the expiration two months fromof theBelize date ofCity, the first publication be mined are bounded within UTM-coordinates: of this notice sell the property described in the Schedule below.

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SCHEDULE

ALL THAT lot, piece or parcel of land being Lot No. 43 situate in Pomona Village,

Stann comprise Creek District comprising 827.664 metres being more particularly The areas to be mined approximately fifteen square (15) acres.

delineated and shown on a Plan of Survey No. 745 of 2000 dated 7th August 2000 by G. E. Valdez, Licensed Land Surveyor, recorded at the Office of the Commissioner of Lands and Surveys, Belmopan City, Cayo District attached to Minister’s Fiat (Grant) No. 745 of 2000 dated 30th August 2000 and registered as Plan No. 1992 TOGETHER with all buildings and erections standing and being thereon.

DATED this 11th day of August 2021 HOLY REDEEMER CREDIT UNION LIMITED 1 HYDE’S LANE, BELIZE CITY, BELIZE Phone: (501) 224-5644 Fax: (501) 223-0738 Email: foreclosures@hrcubelize.org

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PlanBelize on All Gears

In middle August 2020, planBelize was unfurled to the world with the Education package taking the fore as priority. The People’s United Party presented to Belizeans the all-encompassing planBelize that would revolutionize the long-awaited progress of Belize out of the terrifying grip of UDP jaws and into the splendour of a Blu bastion of innovation and growth not seen in Belize’s modern era nor in our history.

PlanBelize is proving today that historic is a smidgen of an adjective as ‘p-l-a-n’ is sloughed off by this John Briceño team vision of raising Belize out of the UDP ashes, definitely way beyond Phoenix-like.

Today, Belize is shaking off those dreadful ashes and calling on its citizens to overlook the haters and ignore the small talk. PlanBelize invites you to come behind your vote as Belize both begins to work for everyone and begins to bask in the true meaning of TODOS GANAMOS. Defeating Covid: Unequalled Access to Vaccines that Save Lives Economy Inviting Investments Agro Industry Exports of Innovative Variety of Crops Tourism arrivals 115% projected growth compared to 2019 Cruise Ships Returning to Belize, a safe Destination, FIRST Aviation flying in 10 International airlines Gender Equality - Governor General; Women CEOs ; Senate President; House Speaker; SSB Chair; Attorney General; Customs Comptroller (and more) Making Education Work For Belize (Centerfold) Blue Economy Innovation Attracting Investment Caye Caulker Health Center is just a beginning Corozal Freezone from Zero to >1000 jobs BPO’s and Casinos open under protocol Airport, Western Border, Northern Border Opened Successfully under Covid Protocols SSB Scheduled Hike Held Back First stages of Land Reform taken to the people IMF averted while Bond Holders negotiate Road Infrastructure At Optimal Cost Savings • Roads Fixed all over the country • Urgent Hotmix to the Boom to PGIA cutoff in record time • NEW Haulover Bridge in the BLU horizon(saving 30 million) New Negotiations at the Highest Levels for PSA with Guatemala and Trade with Mexico Home Affairs Modernizing the Police Force and Making steps towards Capacity building Public Service Training and Innovation to Combat Corruption and increases Efficiency Electrification in Rural Areas Prioritized E-Governance to fully digitize any and everything including Passports and Vital Stats George Price Day Emancipation Day MORE NEXT and EVERY WEEK

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The LAIT UP BELIZE! Project Supports a Field Trip to Villages in the Toledo District Second Field Trip to Unserved Villages in the Toledo District Thursday, August 26, 2021 - A group of key stakeholders, led by the Energy Unit in the Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy and Logistics and the Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour and Local Government, recently undertook a field trip to five villages in the Toledo District that currently do not have access to electricity.

The field trip took place from August 23-24, 2021. Included in the mission were key stakeholders such as Belize Electricity Limited (BEL), Belize Telemedia Limited (BTL), the National Association of Village Councils (NAVCO) and the Toledo Alcalde Association (TAA).

Hon. Oscar Requena, Minister of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour and Local Government, participated in meetings in the villages of Santa Elena and Pueblo Viejo. Hon. Michael Espat, Minister of State in the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment, was scheduled to meet with the participants in Otoxha village on Tuesday morning, but the road was impassable due to flooding in the area.

The field trip was facilitated by district officers from the Ministry of Rural Transformation and Javier Sabido, president of NAVCO. Amin Matar represented the Energy Unit and Glynn Morris, Luis Larregola and Gloria Lemus represented the LAIT UP BELIZE! project, which is a technical assistance project that is funded by the European Union (EU). Mirco Schroeder represented the EU and Rainer Peyrefitte represented the National Authorising Office in the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment.

The field trip was undertaken as part of the planning phase for a national programme to increase access to energy services by bringing electricity to villages that are still unserved with electricity infrastructure. Together with BEL and the other stakeholders, the Energy Unit in the Ministry of Public Utilities, Energy and Logistics has developed a national planning framework for identifying all the unserved communities. This national planning framework allows the socio-economic characteristics of each village to be included in a national database that then allows for a more integrated planning process to utilise available funds – including a grant that is provided to BEL under the EU Financing Agreement with the Government of Belize.

It is planned that new electricity systems – based on mini-grid technology – will be implemented in selected villages as a first phase of the national programme in 2022 with the grant funds that are currently available from the EU. These projects will complement the mini-grid electrification project that is presently being implemented through the Energy Unit and BEL in Indian Creek – and serving the villages of Medina Bank, Golden Stream and Indian Creek – and the project that is in planning phase for Corazon Creek Village.

The field trip was planned for 10 villages but the heavy flooding in the south of Belize made it impossible to reach five villages. Site visits and consultations were conducted in the villages of Santa Cruz, Santa Elena, Pueblo Viejo, Na Luum Ca and the community at Pine Hill.

The field trip is the second field trip in the Toledo District – complementing the one undertaken in April to the villages of

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Corazon Creek, Mabil Ha, Santa Theresa, San Vicente, Jalacte and San Jose.

Additional field trips were conducted in June in the Orange Walk and Corozal districts as well as in July in the Cayo District.

The participants collected data and heard the views from residents in the villages as well as from the village chairpersons and alcaldes. They were particularly focused on the productive uses of energy services – such as for agro-processing (including corn milling, rice de-husking, coconut oil production, etc.), eco-tourism, business services, irrigation and refrigeration, as these activities are understood to stimulate local economic development and social well-being.

The five villages that were out of reach due to the flooding will be scheduled for a visit as soon as the road conditions allow access.

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SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS LTDA. Larissa Espinal Public Relations Manager Tel: +507-6328-9928 l.espinal@samsung.com

#53 Queen Street, Belize City, Belize Tel: +501-223-5125 info@cwbze.com

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Samsung arrives in Belize with a new Distributor & Service Center BELIZE CITY, BELIZE – AUG 25 2021 – Samsung’s latest technology and high-quality service will now be offered

BELIZE CITY, BELIZE – AUG 25 2021 – Samsung’s latest technology and high-quality service will now be offered to Belizeans through its new Distribution Partner and Service Center located at Cellular World’s Headquarters at to Belizeans through its new Distribution Partner and Service Center located at Cellular World’s Headquarters at 53 53 Queen Street, Belize City, Belize. With the launch of this new service center and distributor network, Belize Queen Street, Belize City,ofBelize.

With American the launch&of this new region servicewith center and distributor Belize officially officially joins the rest the Central Caribbean the direct presence network, of Samsung. joins the rest of the Central American & Caribbean region with the direct presence of Samsung.

Samsung products will be offered through a nationwide network of re-sellers including Cellular World, Digi,

Samsung be offered through nationwide networkCellular of re-sellers including World, Digi, Courts, Courts,products Tropigas,will Dibary, Odette’s Home aCenter, Top Gadgets, Plus and Raju’s Cellular Store. Samsung will offer the latest devices and provide the highest of service delivery.

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Commenting on this latest development, Hyunsuk Lee, Business Manager, said “at Samsung, consumer wellbeing is top priority and we are committed to take every step to provide convenience to Belizeans and their

Commenting on this latest development, Hyunsuk Lee, Business Manager, said “at Samsung, consumer wellbeing families. With this new service center, we are ensuring a 1 Year local warranty, plus faster delivery times, and is top priority andservices.” we are committed to take every step to provide convenience to Belizeans and their families. With device repair this new service center, we are ensuring a 1 Year local warranty, plus faster delivery times, and device repair services.”

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Belizeans and service and they are honoured to be partnering with Samsung to make this a reality. service and they are honoured to be partnering with Samsung to make this a reality.

Belizeans can look forward to more exciting news and promotions as Samsung rolls out the brand countrywide.

Belizeans can look forward to more exciting news and promotions as Samsung rolls out the brand countrywide.

Samsung and Cellular World will be celebrating the arrival of the leading technology brand live at 10am on

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CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Prosecutor Reports to: Court Manager

The Belize City Council is seeking applicants to fill the post of Prosecutor.

All interested persons must submit their application packages in a sealed envelope, addressed to the HR Personnel Officer, no later than Monday, September 6, 2021.

Application packages should include the following: 1.

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Completed Belize City Council Application Form Cover Letter Resume Copy of the applicant’s social security card A current police record A passport sized photo Two (2) letters of reference Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Technical: 1. Ensure that witnesses are duly summoned for court appearances.

2. Ensure that all Enforcement Officers and witnesses who have matters in the court present themselves for briefing the evening prior to the date of the hearing. Notify the Court Coordinator of any officer who fails to attend briefing.

3. Ensure proper cases are heard both mornings and afternoons.

4. Maintain a diary with accurate dates for Court adjournments.

5. Ensure proper case management of matters are done daily.

6. Ensure that all court books are properly filled out, signed and dated before passing to the Records Clerk.

7. Prepare and submit a daily prosecutors report on cases completed.

8. Prepare a weekly calendar of cases for trial, which is to be posted outside of courtroom.

9. Carry out any other duties assigned from time to time.

10. Ensure that all protocols, procedures and guidelines are used at all times in carrying out assigned duties.

11. Ensure that professionalism is displayed at all times when carrying out duties.

12. Report to work immediately in the event of a disaster threat and after the City has suffered a disaster.

Behavioural: • Be able to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills • Be able to exhibit strong reasoning and critical thinking skills • Be able to maintain a strong work ethic at all times • Must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills • Must demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills • Must be detail-oriented • Must demonstrate a high level of integrity • •

Qualifications Associate’s Degree in Paralegal Studies 5 years applicable work experience

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orgeville, Cayo District; Sunset Park, Paradise Village, Ladyville, Belize City, Belize District Mortgagees Messrs. The Belize Bank Corporation Limited, Licensed Auctioneers Kevin A. ana R. Castillo are selling ONLINE via belizepropertyauctions.com the below described ently running and will expire Monday 6th September 2021 at the times listed on the website.

8 "Little Orange Walk formerly Melhado Estate, Mount Pleasant, Cayo District:

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PUBLIC AUCTION SALES: PROPERTIES

Mount Pleasant, Georgeville, Cayo District; Sunset Park, Paradise Village, Ladyville, Belize City, Belize District

PUBLIC AUCTION PROPERTIES

BY ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs. TheSALES: Belize Bank Corporation Limited, Licensed ount Pleasant, Georgeville, CayoA.District; Park, Paradise Village, Belize City, Auctioneers Kevin CastilloSunset and Christiana R. Castillo areLadyville, selling ONLINE via Belize District Y ORDER of the Mortgagees Messrs.

Belize Bank Corporation Limited, Licensed Auctioneers belizepropertyauctions.com theThe below described properties. Sale currently running and willKevin A. STRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL astillo and Christiana Castillo6th areSeptember selling ONLINE the below described expireR.Monday 2021 atthvia thebelizepropertyauctions.com times listed on the website. operties. Sale currently running and will expire Monday 6 September 2021 at the times listed on the website.

Mount Pleasant 20 Estate, 788 District: 1. Parcel No. 788 “LittleOrange OrangeWalk Walkformerly formerlyMelhado Melhado Estate, Mount Mount Pleasant, Parcel No. 788 "Little Pleasant, Cayo CayoDistrict: 1/2

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IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BELIZE A.D. 2021 COMPANIES (WINDING UP) ACTION NO.: 21

IN THE MATTER of Placencia Properties Limited AND IN THE MATTER OF THE COMPANIES ACT, Chapter 250 ungalow Dwelling House [3,900 sq. ft.] containing 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms + living + kitchen + laundry room + porch; Detached Timber Deck (1,200 sq. ft.); Timber Bungalow Of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2000 sq. ft.) containing 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom + kitchen and TOGETHER with lot [1.02 acres] (Section 130 (1) (f) and Section 137 (1))

NOTICE nge Walk" formerly Melhado Estate beside the Belize River in Mount Pleasant Area of the ions - take the BananaSECTION Bank Road opposite the Hector Silva, Belmopan, Airstrip, pass Belize REGISTRATION BLOCK PARCEL REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK 20 PARCELS Mount Pleasant 788 hen take second road on the left and go to the last house before the river], the freehold NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Petition for the winding-up Mount Pleasant 788 eing a Concrete Bungalow Dwelling House [3,90020sq. ft.] containing 3 bedrooms + 2 1/2 bathrooms + living of the above-named Company by the Supreme Court of Belize was on the poldo Suarez) om + (Being dining + kitchen + laundry room + porch; Detached Timber Deck (1,200 sq.

Bungalow aroom Concrete Bungalow Dwelling House [3,900 sq. ft.] containing 3 bedrooms + 2ft.); 1/2 Timber bathrooms + th house (224 sq. ft.) containing 1 bedroom + room 1 bathroom + Detached kitchen and TOGETHER with 1elling George Price Highway, Georgeville, Cayo District: living room + dining room + kitchen + laundry + porch; Timber Deck (1,200 sq. lot ft.);[1.02 Tim- acres] 19 day of May, 2021 presented to the said Court by Preston Howard of

uate in Orange Walk" formerly Melhado Estate beside the Belize River in Mount and Pleasant Area of the ber"Little Bungalow dwelling house (224 sq. ft.) containing 1 bedroom + 1 bathroom + kitchen TOGETHER yo District theinBanana Bank Road opposite theMelhado Hector Silva, Airstrip, pass with lot[Directions [1.02 acres]- take situate “Little Orange Walk” formerly Estate Belmopan, beside the Belize River in Belize ristian Academy thenArea takeofsecond road on the[Directions left and go- to thethe lastBanana house Bank beforeRoad the river], thethe freehold Mount Pleasant the Cayo District take opposite Hector Belmopan, Airstrip, pass Belize Christian Academy then take second road on the left and go to the opertySilva, of Mr. Leopoldo Suarez) last house the river], the Highway, freehold property of Mr. Leopoldo Suarez) Parcel No.before 461 George Price Georgeville, Cayo District:

Placencia, Stann Creek District, Belize AND THAT the said Petition is directed to be heard before the Supreme Court at Belize City on the 13th day of September, 2021 at 11:00 o’clock in the morning and any Creditor or Contributory of the said Company desirous to support or oppose the 2. Parcel No. 461 George Price Highway, Georgeville, Cayo District: making of an Order on the said Petition may appear at the time of hearing in person or by his Counsel for that purpose; and a copy of the Petition will STRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL be furnished to any Creditor or Contributor of the said Company requiring Society Hall 24 461 the same by the undersigned, on payment of the charge for the same.

REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCEL ey concrete building [3,132 sq. ft. + 900 sq.

Ground Floor - 2 bedrooms SABIDO & CO. LLP Society Hall 24 ft. Porch] containing 461 (Being a two storey concrete building [3,132 sq. ft. -+ 900 sq. ft. Porch] containing Ground Floor -Living/Dining/Kitchen; 2 bedrooms Living/Dining/Kitchen; First Floor 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + Attorney-at-Law for the Petitioner REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCELS + 1 bathrooms + Living/Dining/Kitchen; First Floor - 2 Bedrooms + 1 Bathroom + Living/Dining/Kitchen; oom 555 sq. ft.

TOGETHER with lot [.727 acre] situate beside the George Price Highway, Society Hall 21 461 #5/7 New Road, Belize City Detached Store Room 555 sq. ft. TOGETHER with lot [.727 acre] situate beside the George Price Highway,

District, thestorey freehold property of sq.

Mr. L. Willoughby) Georgeville, District, the freehold offt.Mr. Ulric (Being a Cayo two concrete buildingproperty [3,132 +Ulric 900 sq.L. ft.Willoughby) Porch] containing Ground Floor - 2 bed158 Sun1/2 SetMiles, 1/2 Miles, George First Price Highway, Belize rooms+ 1 bathrooms +Park,8 Living/Dining/Kitchen; Floor - 2 Bedrooms +District: 1 Bathroom + Living/Dining/ unLot SetNo.Park,8 George Price Highway, Belize District:

Note: Any person who intends to appear on the hearing of the said Petition either to oppose or support must serve on or send by post to the above-named, or their solicitors notice in writing of his intention so to 3. Lot No. 158 Sun Set Park,81/2Miles, George Price Highway, Belize District: do. The notice must state the name and address of the person, or, if a firm, the name and address of the firm, and must be signed by the person ALL THAT piece or parcel of land being Lot No. 158 containing 1,013.39 S.M. situate at Mile 8.5 on the Northern Side of Hector Creek Road, Western Highway, Belize District of Belize more particularly shown and described in aor firm, of his or their solicitor (if any), and must be served or if posted, subdivision Plan of Survey by A. R. Marin, Certified Land Surveyor, recorded at The General Registry in Surveyors must be sent by post in sufficient time to reach the above-named not later Plan Book No.of 6 at Folios 170 as Lot Lot No. 158158 TOGETHER with all1,013.39 buildings and erections standing being or parcel land being No. containing S.M. situate at and Mile 8.5 than on the Northern 4:00 o’clock in the afternoon of September 12th, 2021. hereon. (Being a 2 Storey concrete dwelling house [5,110 sq. ft.] containing 4 bedrooms + 4 bathrooms + Kitchen; Detached Store Room 555 sq. ft. TOGETHER with lot [.727 acre] situate beside the George Price Highway, Georgeville, Cayo District, the freehold property of Mr. Ulric L. Willoughby)

eek ek Road, Western Highway, Belize District of 158 Belize more and iving/dining/kitchen/laundry/game + 2 porches situate at Lot No. Sun Set Park, particularly Paradise Village,shown 8 1/2 Miles on described in a ALL THAT piece or parcel of land being Lot No. 158 containing 1,013.39 S.M. situate at Mile 8.5 on the north side of George Highway, Belize District, freehold property of Mr. Lawrence Ellis and Mrs. fheSurvey R.Price Marin, Certified LandtheSurveyor, The General Northernby SideA. of Hector Creek Road, Western Highway, Belize District recorded of Belize moreat particularly shown Registry in Surveyors Kimberly Ellis) and described in aLot subdivision Plan TOGETHER of Survey by A. R. Marin, Certified Land Surveyor, recorded at Thestanding and being t Folios 170 as No. 158 with all buildings and erections Lot No.Registry 19 nearinMile 10, Phillip Goldson Ladyville, District: with all buildings General Surveyors Plan Book No. 6Highway, at Folios 170 Lot No.Belize 158 TOGETHER 2 Storey concrete dwelling house [5,110 sq. asft.] containing 4 bedrooms + 4 bathrooms + and erections standing and being thereon. (Being a 2 Storey concrete dwelling house [5,110 sq. ft.] containen/laundry/game + 2 porches situate at Lot No. 158+ 2Sun Setsituate Park, Paradise ing 4 bedrooms + 4 bathrooms + living/dining/kitchen/laundry/game porches at Lot No. 158 Village, 8 1/2 Miles on Sun Set Park, Paradise Village, 8 1/2 Miles on the north side of George Price Highway, Belize District, the eorge Price Highway, Belize District, the freehold property of Mr. Lawrence Ellis and Mrs. freehold property of Mr. Lawrence Ellis and Mrs. Kimberly Ellis)

Lot No. 19 near Mile 10, Phillip Goldson Highway, Ladyville, Belize District: ear4.Mile 10, Phillip Goldson Highway, Ladyville, Belize District:

Ministry of Home Affairs & New Growth Industries, Government of Belize Invitation for Bids

The Government of Belize (GOB), acting through the Ministry of Home Affairs & New Growth Industries, has allocated public funds toward the cost of the supply and delivery of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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The Ministry now invites sealed bids for the supply and delivery of the following equipment:

EGISTRATIONLadyville/Lords SECTION Bank PARCEL 16 BLOCK 6200 The Government of Belize (GOB) intends to purchase the below listed equipment: Ladyville/Lords Bank 16 6200 a concrete bungalow dwelling house: 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms + Living/Dining/ crete(Being bungalow dwelling house: 3 bedrooms + 2 bathrooms + Living/Dining/Kitchen situate at Mile 10 ITEM QUANTITY Kitchen situate at Mile 10 Belize-Corozal Road, Ladyville, Belize District, the freehold property al Road, Ladyville, Belize District, the freehold property of Ms. Jasmine Middleton and Mr. Earl Protective cover all jumpsuits with hood, attached boots and elastic 1,000 of Ms. Jasmine Middleton and Mr. Earl Arthurs)

5. Parcel No. 2407/1 Samuel Haynes Crescent, Phase 1, Belize o. 2407/1 Samuel Haynes Crescent, Belama Belama Phase 1, Belize City:City:

wrist (Level C protection or equivalent, size XL) NIOSH-approved N95 respirators 3-ply non-woven face mask with ear loops Sterile latex surgical powdered gloves (size 7.5) Nitrile powder-free examination gloves (sizes S, M, L and XL) Disposable polyethylene aprons (2-Mil) Disposable polypropylene isolation gowns or lab coats (size XL) Disposable, waterproof, slip-resistant shoe covers (size L) Disposable bouffant caps (21 inch)

500 12,000 3,000 12,000 1,800 1,800 3,000 2,700

Registration Section Block Parcel REGISTRATION SECTION BLOCK PARCELS Caribbean Shores 16 2407/1 Caribbean Shores 16 2407/1 rey timber/concrete dwelling house [2,576 sq. ft.]: Ground Floor – two apartments each containing 2 Interested bidders may obtain a complete set of the Bidding Documents in English, free of cost, on the submission throom + living/dining/kitchen; Firstdwelling Floor house - 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms (Being a two-storey timber/concrete [2,576 sq.+ft.]: Ground Floor+–living/dining/kitchen two apartvisiting https://blz-cppnb.caricom.org of a written application to the address below. Or further information h lotments [380.516 square meters] situate Samuel+Haynes Crescent, Belama Phase Belize City,by the each containing 2 bedrooms + 1on bathroom living/dining/kitchen; First Floor - 3 1, bedmay be obtained by writing to the email address given below. + 2 bathrooms + living/dining/kitchen TOGETHER with lot [380.516 square meters] y ofrooms Ms. Elizabeth Villanueva.) situate on Samuel Haynes Crescent, Belama Phase 1, Belize City, the leasehold property of Ms. Elizabeth Villanueva.)

TERMS: STRICTLY CASH

KEVIN A. CASTILLO TERMS: STRICTLYCASH TELEPHONE 223-4488 KEVIN A. CASTILLO Website: belizepropertyauctions.com TELEPHONE 223-4488 E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com Facebook: Belize Auctions Website: belizepropertyauctions.com E-mail: kevinacas@yahoo.com Facebook: Belize Auctions

All bids must be delivered, in sealed envelopes, to the address below no later than 0900 hours (Belize local time) on Monday, September 06, 2021. Electronic bidding will not be permitted. Late bids will be rejected.

Bids will be opened at 0915 hours (Belize local time) on Monday, September 06, 2021, at the Conference Room of the Ministry of Home Affairs & New Growth Industries at the below address, in the presence of Bidders’ representatives who choose to attend.

Chief Executive Officer Ministry of Home Affairs & New Growth Industries Papi’s Building 1902 Constitution Drive, Belmopan Telephone number: 205-2164 Email E-mail: info@forensics.gov.bz

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Johnson & Johnson Vaccines Are here

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The ONE-Shot vaccine is here in Belize adding to the already enviable stockpile. Belize nevertheless need to take advantage and get vaccinated when it is available. FIVE Billion people worldwide have taken at least their first shot. What are some Belizeans waiting for? We could be even more ahead at this point. Mathematical we can all be vaccinated way before Christmas.

As per the Cabinet brief: Belize will receive 112,000 Johnson & Johnson vaccines through the African Platform. These vacBY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE HOLY REDEEMER CREDIT UNION LIMITED, a Licensed cines will be added to the other Public Auctioneer will sell on site the following property at the time as listed. vaccines currently being distributed across Belize. The Johnson At No. 55 Sunset Park, Mile 8 ½ George Price Highway, Belize District on Wednesday 1st September & Johnson vaccine is a one-shot 2021 at 10:00am vaccine and will be available to Belizeans in the coming days.

SCHEDULE Vaccines save lives so all Belizeans are urged to get vaccinated.

ALL THAT lot, piece or parcel of land being Lot. No. 55, comprising 749.947 square metres situate in the Sunset Park Area, near Mile 8.5 on the George Price Highway, Belize District, more particularly LIQUOR LICENSE delineated and described as shown on Sub-Division Plan of Survey by C. B. Samuels, Licensed Land NOTICES Surveyor dated 18th November 1996 TOGETHER with a 35ft x 63ft concrete/plycem open-concept Notice is hereby given that bungalow house containing two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living/family room and kitchen, in a clean and Takayuki Yanai is applying for fenced yard with room for expansion, the freehold property of BEVERLY MCKENZIE.

PUBLIC AUCTION SALE

a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “Taka Kitchen” located at # 2/4 Hutson Street, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

DATED this 18th day of August 2021

Notice is hereby given that Yuhuan Yang is applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “Cheemin Restaurant” located at # 18 Central American Blvd., Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Sherice Foreman & Herbie Moreira is applying for a Beer Liquor License to be operated at “L & Z Kitchen” located at # 15 Myrtle Wade Crescent, Ladyville Village, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Xinhua Zhu is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Golden Sky Store” located on Cemetery Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

All sales are strictly cash and deemed final. For more information contact: HOLY REDEEMER CREDIT UNION LIMITED 1 HYDE’S LANE, BELIZE CITY, BELIZE Phone: (501) 224-5644 Fax: (501) 223-0738 Email: foreclosures@hrcubelize.org

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Belize Education Sector Plan 2021-2025: An Overview

Belize has committed to national, regional and international goals for education that seek to increase access and equity and improve the quality of education for all. These include the National Development Framework for Belize (Horizon 2030), the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) Human Resource Development Strategy 2030, and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) 2030. The Belize Education Sector Plan (BESPlan) 2021-2025 is designed to advance the system of education from its current state towards these national, regional and international commitments. The plan is based on a comprehensive analysis of the current status, recent trends and key challenges of the education system, the policy priorities of the Government of Belize and the input of a wide cross-section of education stakeholders. The BESPlan will be the major policy document used by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology (MoECST) for planning, budgeting and allocating human, material and financial resources over the next four years.

Vision

The Belize Education System will be inclusive, of high quality, accessible and equitable, technologically driven, and capable of fostering the development of good, productive citizens. The System will be accountable and effective in providing the support necessary to allow students, regardless of individual or family characteristics, to achieve their full personal and academic potential and to contribute positively to national development.

Philosophy

All our people, wherever they live and whatever their ethnicity, religious preference, political affiliation, gender or economic status, MUST have access to quality education.

All Belizeans must be provided with an opportunity to acquire the capacity and attitudes for full and active participation in the development of the nation.

Access, Equity and Quality are central to the Education Agenda from Preschool to University.

Goals

The overarching goals of the BESPlan are to increase access to all levels of education, from preschool to university; reduce gender, rural/urban and socioeconomic inequities in education; improve the standard of quality at all levels of education; and align the system of education to national development needs.

Policy Objectives

In order to meet its goal of developing a more accessible, equitable, accountable and effective education system, the Ministry of Education Culture Science and Technology will work in partnership with stakeholders to accomplish the following twelve policy objectives, by 2025: restructure the Ministry of Education in order to increase its efficiency and capacity to effectively respond to the needs of the education system align the Ministry’s financial resources and mechanisms with targets for improved performance, expanded access and increased equity and accountability strengthen the legislative, regulatory and policy framework for better outcomes and improved governance and leadership of the education system reform the national curriculum so that students are able to gain the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes needed for personal and national development make innovative use of science and technology to transform teaching, learning and decision-making processes create a quality and relevant assessment and examination system that is aligned to the national curriculum and that provides meaningful information for improvements in teaching and learning transform teacher education and development programs and incentivize quality teaching practices and performance results for improved student learning implement early childhood policy and curricular reform and expand services in underserved areas to increase access to quality early childhood education provide the legislation, policies, programs and resources needed to improve the inclusion and experience of students with diverse needs in the education system strengthen partnerships with industries and the private sector to improve the quality, relevance and responsiveness of the TVET sector implement legislation, policies and mechanisms to build the higher education sector’s capacity to deliver quality programs and research services aligned to national development needs expand access to relevant adult education programs to build Belize’s human capital and upgrade the quality of the workforce

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KEY RESULT AREAS Belize Education Sector Plan 2021-2025:

TRANSFORMING TEACHING AND LEARNING

REFORMING THE SYSTEM OF EDUCATION

Effective Organizational Structure

Free Access to Education from Preschool to Junior College

Equitable and Performancebased School Financing

Expanded Compulsory Education

Improved Legislation, Regulations and Policies

1.1 MOE Reform: Becoming Fit for Purpose

Rural Education Grant Fund

Positive Public Image

Technologyenhanced Services

KEY RESULT AREAS

Clear Roles and Responsibilities

PerformanceBased Appraisal and Recognition System

Internet and Devices from Std 4 to Form 4

1.2 Education Finance Reform: Getting Value for Money

Empowerment of Parents in Education Decisions

1.3 Governance Reform: Strengthening the Foundations

Audit Unit for Increased Accountability

Standards and Quality Assurance Systems

Leadership Training for All Managers and Principals

Social Cohesion and Sustainable Development Increased Physical and Mental Wellness

(African & Mayan History, Civics, Agriculture and Entrepreneurship)

(Physical Education and Expressive Arts)

High Levels of Literacy, Numeracy and Technological Skills

Strengthened Expertise in Measurement and Evaluation

National Student Assessment Policy

All Teachers and Teacher Educators Trained

Upgraded Teacher Education Programs

2.1 Curriculum Reform: Learning What Matters

Upgraded Assessment Technology

2.2 Assessment for Learning: Measuring What Counts

Teacher Learning Institute (high quality, yearround Professional Development)

National School Portal for Remote Learning

Free Textbook Program from Preschool to Secondary

Improved Diagnostic Tests and Examinations

Assessment Resources and Support for Teachers

STEAM Lab School (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts & Mathematics)

2.3 Teacher Development: Elevating the Profession

Performancebased Appraisal and Incentive System

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KEY RESULT AREAS PRIORITIZING UNDERSERVED SECTORS

(reading, visual arts, dancing, planting, music, technology)

National Early Childhood Education and Development Policy

Increased Numbers of Counselors and Psychosocial Support National Healthy Start Feeding Program

Upgraded Facilities and Equipment

Strenthened Legislation and Policies for Students with Diverse Needs

3.1 Early Childhood Education: Starting Strong

Social and Emotional Learning and Positive Dicsipline

3.2 Student Welfare: Reducing Vulnerability

Effective Referral, Diagnostic, and Education Services

Alternative Preschool Programs in Areas without Preschools Increased Public Awareness of the Importance of ECE

KEY RESULT AREAS

Comprehensive Play-based Curriculum

Additional Preschools in Underserved Areas

Increased Social Support for Vulnerabe Children

Programs for Increased Retention and Achievement of Boys

Increased Access to Specialists

(Therapists, Diagnosticians, Paraprofessionals)

3.3. Special Education: Taking Everyone Along

Greater Public Awareness of Special Education and Diverse Needs

MAXIMIZING HUMAN CAPITAL

Upgraded Facilities and Equipment

Improved Governance

(new National Training Agency under NCTVET)

Junior College Regulations for Management, Staffing and Administration Higher Education Council

(quality assurance and accreditation)

Country-wide Adult Literacy and Personal Development Programs

National Adult Education Policy

Improved Employment Standards and Policies

TVET Scholarship Fund (high priority areas, new industries)

4.1 TVET: Meeting the Needs

Higher Education Loan Fund for Priority Areas such as STEM

4.2 Higher Education: Raising the Bar

Employersupported Customized Programs

4.3 Adult Education: Educating for Life

Private sectordriven Trade and Apprenticeship Programs

Support for Faculty Qualifications in National Priority Areas

Support for Research in National Priority Areas

Online Adult Education Programs

System for Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition

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Belize Education Sector Plan 2021-2025:

Monitoring and Evaluation Minister of Education Minister of State Steering Committee

(Senior Management Team and TWG Chairs) Support Team (PPRE, PEU, S&T, ICT)

Reforming the System of Education TWG

Transforming Teaching and Learning TWG

Prioritizing Underserved Sectors

Maximizing Human Capital

TWG

TWG

KRA 1.1-MoE Restructuring IU

KRA 2.1-Curriculum Reform IU

KRA 3.1-Early Childhood Education IU

KRA 4.1-TVET IU

KRA 1.2-Finance Reform IU

KRA 2.2-Assessment for Learning IU

KRA 3.2-Student Welfare Unit

KRA 4.2-Higher Education IU

KRA 1.3 Governance Reform IU

KRA 2.3-Teacher Development IU

KRA 3.3-Special Education IU

KRA 4.3-Adult Education IU

TWG=Technical Working Group; IU=Implementing Unit(s)

Key Performance Indicators

*Baselines

Targets

Preprimary Gross Enrolment Ratio 34.2% 70% Apparent Intake Rate-Primary 84.1% 98% Secondary Net Enrolment Rate 56.6% 75% TVET Enrolment 824 1200 Tertiary Gross Enrolment Ratio 23.2% 30% ACE Enrolment 818 1500 ECD Index (Literacy and Numeracy) 52.5% 70% % of Primary Students Proficient in English|Math 46%|40% 70%|60% % of Secondary Students Proficient in English|Math 58.8%|22.8% 70%|60% Number of CVQs Awarded 0 150 % of Tertiary Students Enrolled in STEM Programs 30.1% 40% % of Workforce with Secondary or Tertiary Education 46.5% 60% % of Trained Teachers Preschool |Primary|Secondary 67.6%|87.8%|70.6% 100% % of Tertiary Instructors with Graduate Degrees 54% 65% Location Parity Index-GER Preprimary|Primary 0.59|0.93 0.75|0.96 Wealth Parity Index-Secondary Net Attendance Rate 0.39 0.55 Gender Parity Index-Enrolment TVET | Tertiary | ACE 0.29| 1.7|1.74 0.48|1.55|1.3

*2020/21 or most current available data

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THINK ABOUT IT SHOULD STEVEDORES BUY THE PORT Is the Port of Belize in receivership? If so, how much does it owe? And what is the end game.

Receivership is a word which means a business owes much money to a bank can’t pay and so the bank is the technical owner until the loan/debt is cleared. The bank has the authority to sell the business.

During the last U.D.P government. A foreign company BSI decided to sell the sugar factory in Orange Walk. As we understand it, there were progressive thinkers among the cane farmers who wished to buy the sugar factory.

The leaders of the cane farmers let it be known they would try to borrow the money to become the owners of the whole sugar industry. A man named Barrow perished the thought. Instead of mobilizing the people and the resources. Instead of government joining the cane farmers and together buy the sugar factory, the UDP government allowed a foreign company to get their hands on such an important economic asset.

The allegation is that a certain law firm benefited tremendously by handling the “paper-work” for the new owners.

If true this is shocking and scandalous and the new government has a duty to inform Belizeans.

Imagine the possibilities. Cane farmers, their families, and their town would have all the revenues and profits from sugar. How sweet that would have been… Todos Ganamos.

The rise of poverty to 60 odd percent is a direct threat to peace and security of our country. Things will get worse, not better. Leadership, vision, and wisdom of biblical kind are called for.

We cannot understand why our Port, airport, boledo/lottery, forest, tourism, sea and banks are not serving our people. Why are so many of us struggling just to survive?

We need to mobilize our best thinkers. We are all in this together.

How much does the Port of Belize owe the bank…?

Is it an amount which the Stevedores and government can raise and buy the Port.? To the Port a vehicle entity worth owning by the people of Belize.

We need to hear from Cedrick Flowers, Arthur Saldivar, Francis Fonseca, Jaime Alpuche, Christine Vellos, and many others on what the Port can (and cannot do) for Southside Belize City and the wider society. If it is a golden goose fertile with eggs or just another ugly duckling, we need to know. Options are limited dwindling in our part of town. Troy Gabb and Nuri Mohammed need to host some shows.

If the future looks bleak, it need not be.

Somebody talk to me.

IT’S TIME TO GET VACCINATED It’s time to get vaccinated. It is time to do it now.

Today. Not tomorrow. Go and do it now.

The number of persons getting Covid and the fact that deaths are taking place are reasons enough.

Vaccinations are a way of strengthening your body to better withstand infections.

Without vaccination your body is much more vulnerable against Covid and its different strains.

The Prime Minister stated last week that government would undertake a major public information and education campaign. The government machinery/bureaucracy has not produced any such commercials and infomercials. What is the hold-up?

Infections are on the rise. Clusters are popping up. The death toll continues. Urgent responses are needed. Urgency is the word.

We believe in the power of persuasions.

We believe our people are sensible and intelligent enough to understand, clearly, that vaccinations are a huge part of the solution to slowing and stopping the spread of Covid.

We need to reach out to people.

Please, it is time to get vaccinated. The life you save may be your own. Or someone you love dearly.

Stop making excuses and get your vaccination.

Last week China started teasing Taiwan. Telling them to look and see what happened to America with the Taliban. Can’t trust America, they are saying.

PUT PRICE ON OUR MONEY In three weeks’ time, Belizeans will mark 40 years as an independent nation. It took our parents and grandparents a long time to get rid of the British. At times it looked like we would never be an independent country. Especially with Guatemala actively saying they would use military force to take back this piece of their country.

But we made it.

Guatemala cannot invade and take over the whole of Belize. Neither can they do so for half of our country.

They have succeed in taking away our half of our Sarstoon River. It was an incredible and slick campaign which exposed how naïve and shallow our young country is.

The behavior of the then Prime Minister Dean Barrow during that period raises some serious questions. Very serious questions.

Putting a picture of George Price, the father of our Independence with all our territory intact is not just a symbolic tribute. It is a serious reminder of leadership, vision and an iron-will to do the right thing for this country.

Put George Price picture on our hundred dollar bills.

“I’LL BE BACK” The famous lines from movie action hero Arnold S were quoted to the media by local medical superstar, Doctor Fernando Cuellar.

The good Doc was hospitalized and needed some oxygen over the weekend following a sneak attack by the villain virus in red and black better known as Covid-19.

Doctor Fernando had been fully vaccinated with AstraZeneca which he credits with making his system strong enough to ward off a Covid attack.

Doctor Fernando is a hero to Belizeans for years because of his straight up, honest no beating around the bush on a wide range of issues. While he doesn’t wear his hair in Rasta dreadlocks like Samson, John the Baptist, or the man from Galillee, the Doc is a dread and as root as can be.

Asked by the media if he expects to be up and functioning soon, he made the famous quotation from the movie “Terminator”-I’ll Be Back.

God speed and respect Doc. JOB CREATION We need to start building houses.

We cannot be fighting crime when poverty is at 60 percent and rising. The Minister of Home Affairs on the young people sun-up show this week is correct. Crime is every body’s business. It is multi-sectoral – meaning, several Ministries have important contribution to make. Ministry of Education, of Sports, of Economic Development, of Youth, of Housing.

We need to start investing in people. Building houses puts young people to work. Work is a major contributing factor to putting money in people’s pockets.

We need to start building homes.

FIGHTING WEED IS FOOLISH A few days ago, G13 which comprises the same persons who were GSU turned up in a yard. Showed no search warrant, cranked their big military guns and entered a small wooden house. They found some weed, almost half a pound.

The person had just had it to hold for someone who would come and collect it.

Now what is that person to think? Some snitch called the police. This is how some people get killed. The police are wasting everybody’s time and money to be paying snitch to rat off over small quantities of weed. By doing so they are setting up these “traitors” to get shot.

Government needs to amend the marijuana laws to remove all the harsh, USA influenced punishments. How can sixty grams of weed be drug trafficking. How can drug trafficking of a few pounds be jail and a fine of ten thousand dollars.

Wasting time and resources.

AFRICAN PROVERB “The sheep spend its time fearing the wolf or the tiger, when it is the shepherd who will eat him.”

CHINA TEASES TAIWAN Taiwan is a small island about 100 miles off the coast of China, Taiwan is 245 miles long and 90 miles at its widest point. Its population is 23 million people.

The United States of America has a population of 330 million people.

China has a population of 1 billion, 440 million people.

China and America are serious rivals. They are soon to become enemies. America (USA) is the world’s most powerful economic and military nation on earth. China is the second most powerful economic nation on the earth. It is no match for America’s military might but it has started to invest in weapons, warships and sophisticated missiles.

America’s defeat by the Taliban in Afghanistan after 20 years of a brutal bombing war is having serious repercussions around the world. The Taliban had told America, you have the clocks and watches, but we have time.

Taiwan belongs to China, but Taiwan wishes to be an independent nation. America supports Taiwan.

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Admitted to the Bar Inspector Holman Katanegie was admitted to the Bar last month by Acting Chief Justice Michelle Arana. Katanegie is currently an Inspector of Police at the legal office in Belmopan.

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A Man of the Resources… A Man for the Resources Minister of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation visits SEA

An avid diver… a business entrepreneur… a representative of his people… a policy maker committed to making decisions and managing the blue and aquatic resources of Belize for the benefit of the people and the economy of the country.

Last week was a busy week for Hon. Abner Andre Perez. Reeling from his ground-breaking for the long awaited and critically needed health centre for the residents of Caye Caulker, he took to the road traveling to Placencia Village, Stann Creek District to meet with the team of the Southern Environmental Association (SEA) for a familiarization visit and tour.

SEA co-manages along with the Ministry of Blue Economy’s Fisheries Department and the Ministry of Sustainable Development’s Forestry Department two critical marine protected areas. These are the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve and the Laughing Bird Caye National Park.

For Hon. Minister Perez, the visit was an opportunity to appreciate the work of the community-based organization with a view to discuss opportunities not only to strengthen the co-manager’s relationship with the government but also to identify avenues for improved resource management and establishing regimes for sustainable use of the blue resources for community folks and resource users’ benefit.

While on the visit, the Minister – an avid diver – was able to enjoy a dive at Silk Caye Wall within the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve and enjoy an up-close encounter with a loggerhead turtle during a snorkel.

The Minister experienced first-hand the rich bounty of our southern protected areas alongside the Ministry’s Communities Blue Innovations Officer Shantel Espadas, who is also a certified diver.

“Every time I meet our stakeholders, enjoy the fruits of our resources or dive the beautiful blue of our seas, it is a recommitment for me in the work that I do as an elected representative and the Minister for Blue Economy and Civil Aviation. We are critically poised to realize more for our people and country. Our strategic management plan is informed because of our relationship building efforts with stakeholders and our five-year focus is informed by what will bring improved life and livelihood to our people and spur increased economic growth from our blue resources,” said the Hon. Perez.

SEA is an organization that has been operating in southern Belize since 2008 as an amalgamation of two former environmental organizations – Friends of Nature and the Toledo Association for Sustainable Tourism and Empowerment. The organization works to continuously improve stewardship and the environmental integrity of key marine areas in southern Belize through effective, collaborative protected areas management, community involvement, and strategic partnerships for the benefit of all stakeholders. SEA serves village communities that line the coast of southern Belize, including Hopkins, Sittee River, Seine Bight, Placencia, Independence, Monkey River, Punta Negra, and Punta Gorda. The organisation currently has a staff consisting of administrative, education and outreach, science and enforcement personnel.

SEA’s board of directors consists of community leaders and key stakeholder representatives from tourism, business and other sectors. Its work principally focuses on the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve and the Laughing Bird Caye National Park.

SEA Executive Officer Mrs. Arrieni Palacio Morgan noted with enthusiasm, “SEA was extremely grateful that the Minister and the Blue Economy team had the opportunity to visit the Gladden Spit and Silk Cayes Marine Reserve and Laughing Bird Caye National Park. We look forward to the collaboration for the achievement of the Ministry’s vision as it aligns with and complements the work our organization has been doing for the past 13 years. Our work centres on community involvement in the management and protection of our resources, ensuring that our blue resources

remain healthy and able to continue the contribution for the improved lives of our people and the protection of the rich natural heritage of Belize.”

The familiarization tour included alongside the Minister, the Chief Executive Officer Mrs. Kennedy Carillo, Ms. Emilie Gomez - Coordinator & Liaison

Officer, Ms. Shantel Espadas - Communities Blue Innovations Officer and the Communications and Public Relations Consultant of the Ministry Mrs. Daedra Isaacs Haylock, as well as Fisheries Department representatives including Mr. Hampton Gamboa – Senior Fisheries Enforcement Officer.

IN THE SUPREME COURT OF BELIZE A.D. 2021 (DIVORCE) ACTION NO.: 129

BETWEEN

(PABLO MAI

( ( AND ( (NOEMI PERAZA MAI

PETITIONER

RESPONDENT

TO: NOEMI PERAZA MAI

TAKE NOTICE that the Petition for dissolution of marriage dated th 14 day of May, 2021, endorsed with a NOTICE to you to appear and answer to the charges therein has been filed in the Supreme Court of Belize, by PABLO MAI of San Narciso Village, Corozal District, Belize, and that you are required within fourteen (14) days of the second publication herein, inclusive of the day of such publication, to enter an appearance either in person or by your solicitor at the office of the Registrar of the Supreme Court in Belize City, Belize should you think fit so to do and thereafter to make answer to the charges in the said Petition and FURTHER TAKE NOTICE that in default of your so doing the Court will proceed to hear the said charges proved and pronounce judgement your absence notwithstanding.

This Petition is filed and this Notice to appear is by Mansel C. Turton of # 5 Eyre Street, Belize City, Belize, Attorney-at-Law for the Petitioner, PABLO MAI. DATED this 29th day of June, 2021 REGISTRAR OF THE SUPREME COURT

Note: Any person entering an appearance must at the same time furnish an address

for service within two (2) miles of the Supreme Court.

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United Women’s Group Fulfilling planBelize Chapter Swearing-In, Belize Rural Central, Belmopan, and in Fort George

UWG Belize Rural Central

On Sunday 22nd August 2021, the UWG National Executive swore in the newly formed Belize Rural Central UWG chapter. Hon. Dolores Balderamos Garcia hosted the ladies and gave very empowering and supportive remarks to the women. Also in attendance was CEO in the Ministry of Human Development, Families and Indigenous Peoples’ Affairs, Mrs. Tanya Santos Neal who has been an ever supportive presence to the UWG National Executive.

Special thanks to invited guest, Senator Isabel Bennett who has pledged her unwavering support to the women of BRC and to the women of the UWG. Also, Special thanks to Mr. Bernardo Bennett for welcoming us to BRC and his kind words in the delivery of the vote of thanks.

Another special mention and appreciation goes to Ms. Noellee Swift for all her efforts in making today’s swearing in ceremony a success.

Congratulations to the UWG Belize Rural Central Executive: President - Alice Jackson Young | Vice President - Ashley Perez | Treasurer - Therese Leal | Secretary - Kerrian Longsworth | Asst. Secretary - Mary Petillo | Exec. Member - Edna Castillo | Exec. Member - Noellee Swift The true wealth of a community is measured by how carefully they listen to its women and how sincerely it values their wisdom.

We encourage women to support each other, take a stand, and embody the motto of the UWG: Meaningful Engagement and Empowerment of Belizean Women. https://unitedwomensgroup.com/new-members UWG Belmopan

On Saturday, 21st August 2021, the UWG National Executive swore in the new Belmopan United Women’s Group Chapter. Hon. Oscar Mira was in attendance and spoke very motivating, inspiring and supportive words to the newly sworn in executive and pledged his unwavering support to the UWG National Executive and the women of Belmopan.

Ms. Myrna Waight was also sworn in as the Cayo District Representative for Belmopan.

Special thank you to Belmopan Executive Chairman, Mr. Brian Mira for all the help he extended to the UWG National Executive in coordinating this event.

Congratulations to the UWG Belmopan Chapter Executive Members: President - Guadalupe Chicas | Vice President - Eris Mira | Treasurer - Marleny Ross | Secretary - Pauline Soberanis | Asst. Secretary - Bernarda Loria | Exec. Member - Felicia Pandy | Exec. Member - Deserie Nunez The difference between a broken community and a thriving one is the presence of women who are valued. - Michelle Obama We encourage women to support each other, take a stand, and embody the motto of the UWG: Meaningful Engagement and Empowerment of Belizean Women. https://unitedwomensgroup.com/new-members UWG Fort George

On Saturday, 14th August 2021, the UWG National Executive attended a small Recognition Ceremony for the already sworn in UWG Executive of the Fort George Constituency.

Hon. Henry Charles Usher was in attendance and pledged his continued and unwavering support to the Fort George UWG chapter, the UWG National Executive and to the True Blue Women of our great Party. Present was also Ms. Lenny Jo Usher of the ODS, Mr. Scott Haylock and Mr. Alex Riverol of the Fort George Executive Committee.

Congratulations to the UWG Fort George Executive Members: President - Yolanda Fonseca | Treasurer - Adelaide Sabido | Secretary - Penelope Leslie | Asst. Secretary - Norma Echeverria Ladies, we implore you to be renaissance women, take a stand, be bold, advocate for equality, stand up against inequality and injustice and always remember that personal strength comes in service to others.

Women of Fort Geoge, continue to SERVE THE PEOPLE and BLAZE YUH FYAH! https://unitedwomensgroup.com/new-members

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MFA Receives Donation from Taiwan

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) is the primary distributor and the only licensed public provider of electricity in Belize. Our mission is to deliver safe reliable and sustainable energy solutions to enhance the quality of life and the productivity of enterprise and to support national development.

We are looking for a highly motivated, goal oriented, responsible and committed person to join our Company in the role of Telecommunications Network Administrator in the Telecommunications Services Department under the Energy Supply & Transmission Division in Belize City.

Belmopan. August 20, 2021 - Today the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Immigration received two utility vehicles from the Embassy of the Republic of China (Taiwan) as part of the deliverables of the regional support programme “Strengthening of the Ministries of Foreign Affairs of the Central American Countries.”

Hon. Eamon Courtenay, Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Immigration, accompanied by Ambassador Amalia Mai, CEO in the ministry, received the donation from H.E. David Kuan-Chou Chien, Ambassador of Taiwan to Belize, at the Embassy of (ROC) Taiwan in Belize City.

Minister Courtenay thanked Ambassador Chien for this tangible form of cooperation. The donation comes at an opportune time as the ministry prepares for its busiest month of the year, September, to host national celebrations and related diplomatic activities. On behalf of Taiwan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ambassador Chien reiterated Taiwan’s continuing commitment to working with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and Immigration to support Belize’s foreign policy, while further strengthening the mutually beneficial and productive partnership between the two countries.

Belize and Taiwan have enjoyed cordial diplomatic relations for more than 30 years.

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Duties: • Design, implement and manage network infrastructures - LANs, WANs, WLANs, UHF, VHF, PLC, RF, Satellite, and GSM that facilitate communications across the Company’s IT and OT telecommunications infrastructure. These systems include but are not limited to voice/video telephony, remote access, video surveillance, radio communications to work crews, IPPs and NEMO agencies, the CIS, Financial and other IT/OT systems, and SCADA along with its suite of ancillary devices and systems - RTUs, RTACs, RMCs, AMI, GIS, OMS, AVL, DERMS, MDMS, and smart grid.

• Provide support for the operations, management and maintenance of the Company’s SCADA computing infrastructure, including, physical and virtual servers, workstations, and networking equipment to ensure optimal, reliable, and secure operations. Provide end-user support by troubleshooting telemetry, status, and control issues.

• Provide support for the design, implementation, management, monitoring, and troubleshooting of the telecommunications devices, including but not limited to switches, routers, firewalls, RTUs, RMCs, AMI devices, RTACs, etc.

• Assist with designing and managing the integration of telecommunications systems into SCADA, including Geographic Information System (GIS), Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI), Outage Management System (OMS), Meter Data Management System (MDMS), Distributed Generation (DA), Distributed Automation (DA), and the electrical system model.

• Conduct research and make recommendations on telecommunications products, services, protocols, and standards in support of procurement, enhancements, upgrades, and optimization efforts.

• Develop project, maintenance and disaster-recovery plans with the view to provide optimal and reliable data, video, and voice operations countrywide.

• Develop and deploy methodologies for monitoring and testing network performance and providing network performance statistics and reports to various stakeholders.

Education and Experience: • Bachelor’s Degree in Telecommunications, Networking, or related field • Minimum of five years’ equivalent work experience in Information and Telecommunication Systems • Certifications in Telecommunications Technologies • Minimum of three years’ management or supervisory experience Required Skills and Abilities: • Ability to develop quality written reports, project proposals and documentation; practice network asset management, including preventative maintenance of network devices, managing inventory and related documentation inventory and related documentation • Experience in maintaining telecommunication systems & understanding of local related regulations • Experience designing, implementing, configuring, and managing enterprise-wide LANs, WANs, WLANs, VPNs, etc.

• Hands-on experience configuring, implementing, and troubleshooting hardware such as firewalls, servers, routers, bridges, switches, hubs, modems, network interface cards, and related tools, hardware and software • Experience in project management and change management processes • Knowledge and understanding of system flow charts, and data processing concepts • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Possess effective leadership skills • Highly self-motivated with a passion for technology • Strong and proven analytical and problem-solving abilities • Service and people oriented • Excellent team player who is collaborative Salary: in accordance with Company Salary Structure.

Kindly submit application letter along with resume, copy of degrees and certificates and two recent professional letters of recommendation to: Manage Talent Acquisition & Development Manager, Email: career.opportunity@bel.com.bz In the email subject, please indicate the position: Telecommunications Services Security Administrator Only electronic applications are being accepted at this time.

For more information or queries, call 227-0954 Ext. 1404 or 1416 Deadline: Friday, September 3, 2021

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Dear Editor, Kindly print this letter as is and you are free to issue a disclaimer. I am a long standing PUP. I have served my party and never one day asked for anything for myself or my family. I grew up in the George Price era and our motto which has stood the test of time was and remains our mantra: “SERVE THE PEOPLE.” Now to the matter at hand. Norris Hall quoted the Father of the Nation in his bizarre diabolic epilogue directly attacking our Prime Minister and indirectly the PUP Administration. In so doing he violated one of George Price’s core principles entrenched in the PUP; “never air your dirty laundry out in the open.” A true PUP will come and sit with our PM and express his gripe in person. A true soldier of this revolution would not do what Norris has done so casually over the years while claiming partisanship. The man he attacked has served this party with distinction for many years. He has never lost an election and has paid his dues. He inherited the worst economy in Belize’s history and is skillfully, dutifully and patiently working to turn things around. Norris you are no match for Hon. John Briceño our Prime Minister. It is obvious that he is not in your ‘like’ corner but to utter such disgust in a time when our country is mired in so many challenges is not only low, it should be beneath you but I wonder if there is any such thing as standards in your life or dictionary.

Lest we forget, you and your family have benefited well from previous PUP administrations. All your children to my recollection received lucrative scholarships and never returned to serve. You see sir, all the children of our PM live, work and contribute to Belize’s development. Where are yours? We roiled hell when Perdomo’s son did so, but you have kept quiet when it comes to your family. Roil on that Norris. Proper research should be done… and have you paid your bills? Just checking… am sure you have.

On another note, I have been to numerous Party Council meeting prior to Covid-19.

I never saw you at any? I have been to many a PUP rally and campaign events in Belmopan and your sir have always been absent.

It is easy to make a claim, but such must be backed up with action. You sit behind the old pen and paper and throw cheap shots at all you oppose. Let me be cut and dry. John Briceño is no push over. He is our Prime Minister and his love for this nation and its people cannot and dare not be questioned, more so, by the likes of you. In every facet of this country our PM has visited and brought hope to many. He delivered a resounding victory for this party, and as our Leader, we have maximum respect for him. The likes of you and others who think they can openly and freely attack him will always be met with ire and disgust. In my books, you are now persona non grata in this party. The ODS should call you in and discipline your pseudo intellectual self. In fact, why should they?

You and nothing in this party are the same.

So do what you do. Do you? If your only mode now is to show your bitter dislike for John Briceño and that floats your boat, then enjoy the remaining years of your miserable life but know that every time you attack our PM, I will personally pen a piece and return the favor. In the meantime Norris, get some courses on social media realities like expecting to get back comments and blasts.

Name Withheld Real PUP on Social Media

SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE SPECIFIC PROCUREMENT NOTICE RRB.CS.35 - PROGRAMME MANAGER RRB.CS.35 - PROGRAMME MANAGER Project country: Belize Financing institution: International Fund for Agricultural Development Project country: Client: Belize Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Project name: ResilientFund Rural Belize Financing institution: International for Programme Agricultural Development Title: Specific Procurement Notice (SPN) Client: of Finance, Economic Development, and ProcurementMinistry type: Individual Consulting Services Post: Programme ManagerProgramme Project name: ProcurementResilient Rural Belize Loan/Credit/Grant Title: Specific 2000002301 Procurement Notice (SPN) Financing No.:

Procurement type:

Investment

Individual Consulting Services

Background: The Government of Belize with financing from International Background: The Government of Belize (GOB), with financing from(GOB), the International Fund forthe Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Green Procurement Post: Programme Manager for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the Green Climate Fund (GCF), embarked Climate Fund (GCF), has embarked onFund a six-year Programme, Resilient Rural Belize (RRB), which aims to has minimize the impacts of climatic and economic on a six-year Programme, Resilient Rural Belize (RRB), which aims to minimize the impacts events on smallholder farmers while of supporting sustainable for theirfarmers produce.

Thesupporting programme will help farmers employ climate resilient Loan/Credit/Grant climatic and economicmarket events access on smallholder while sustainable 2000002301 agricultural practices and technologies; integrate profitable into thefarmers development of select vegetable, fruit, and honey value chains; access for their smallholder produce. The participation programme will help employ climate resilient Financing No.: market agricultural practices and technologies; profitable participation and into in the strengthening of smallholder and support smallholder production capacity through investments in public integrate and private climatesmallholder resilient infrastructure the development of select vegetable, fruit, and honey value chains; and support smallholder farmer Producers Organizations and relevant GOB Departments. capacity through investments in public andfinancing private climate resilient Background: production The Government of Belize (GOB), with from the International Scope of Work: The Programme Manager will overall leadership and management of theOrganizations Programme Management Unit (PMU), will coordiinfrastructure andprovide in the strengthening of smallholder farmer Producers and Fund for Agricultural (IFAD) andforthe Greenbudget Climate Fundand (GCF), has embarked relevant GOB Departments. nate the activities to be implemented, and willDevelopment have the ultimate responsibility planning, preparation management and execution to achieve the on a six-year Programme, Resilient Rural (RRB), which aims toonminimize thewill impacts programme’s objectives and targets.

InScope addition, PM will report to theBelize Programme Oversight Committee policy matters, act on the MED’s behalf ofthe Work: The Programme Manager will provide overall leadership and in his/her contacts public and international institutions, andon provide overallUnit supervision ofcoordinate service providers contracted the programme. of with climatic and economic events smallholder farmers while supporting sustainable management of the Programme Management (PMU), will the activities to be by implemented, andManager will have the ultimate responsibility for planning, budget preparation Duties and Responsibilities: The Programme will be responsible for the following: market access for their produce.

The programme will help farmers employ and climate resilient management and execution to achieve theand programme's objectives and targets. addition, with the Programme Implemen• Provide project management services to all programme activities ensure that implementation is inInaccordance agricultural practices and technologies; integrate profitable smallholder participation into the PM will report to the Programme Oversight Committee on policy matters, will act on the tation Manual and Financing with bothcontacts IFAD and GCF. behalf in his/her withand public and international institutions, andsupport provide smallholder the developmentMED's ofAgreement select vegetable, fruit, honey value chains; and overall supervisionand of service contracted the programme.

• Prepare all strategic planning, management relatedproviders documents that is by important to the overall programme implementation. production throughwithinvestments in reporting publicrequirements and private resilient • Prepare and submit allcapacity reports in compliance both IFAD and GCF inclusive climate of progress and Financial Reports. : The Programme Manager will be responsible for the Duties and Responsibilities infrastructure and in the strengthening of smallholder farmer Producers Organizations and • Update the Programme Implementation Manual incorporating the relevant legal and other regulations governing the implementation of the profollowing: relevant GOBtoDepartments. gramme and present the Programme Oversight Committee (POC) for approval.

• Provide project management services to all programme activities and ensure that • Establish and maintain, on behalf of the programme,isexcellent relations the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the implementation in accordance withwith the Programme Implementation Manual and Financing Agreement with (Ministry both IFAD and GCF. Green Climate Fund (GCF), and all direct programme partners of Economic Development, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of AgriculScope of Work:• The Programme Manager willandprovide overallthatleadership and Prepare all strategic planning, management relatedthedocuments is Change Office, the Development ture,management Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing, Department of Cooperatives, National Climate of the Programme Unit (PMU), will coordinate the activities to be important toManagement the overall programme implementation.

Finance Corporation, and other relevant agencies.

• have Prepare andultimate submit all reports in compliance with both IFAD and budget GCF reporting implemented, and will the responsibility for planning, preparation and • Inform the focal point of the Ministryrequirements of Economic Development (MED) on important issues and the programme’s status on a regular basis. inclusive of progress and Financial Reports. management and execution to achieve the programme's objectives and targets.

In addition, • Represent the programme in forums in which it participates, or its results are being featured. the PM will report to the Programme Oversight Committee on policy matters, will act on the • Oversee all contracting of services, and delegating responsibilities where appropriate to PMU staff.

• Monitor and assess the performance the PMU staff and service MED's behalf in his/herofcontacts with publicproviders. and international institutions, and provide • Leadoverall the preparation of results-oriented Annual Work Planscontracted and Budgets (AWPBs) for the programme, in close collaboration with the PMU and supervision of service providers by the programme. implementing partners, and present the AWPB to the POC annually, ensuring its approval.

• Ensure that the AWPB and Procurement Plan is sent to IFAD and the GCF in a timely manner, as stated in the Programme Implementation Duties and Responsibilities: The Programme Manager will be responsible for the Manual.

• Network with other agencies and stakeholders to ensure implementation of the activities as detailed in the AWPB. following: • Monitor the implementation the AWPB, adjusting as necessary, closely with theactivities Monitoringand & Evaluation (M&E) Specialist on • Provide of project management servicesand to work all programme ensure that setting benchmarksimplementation and gender/age disaggregated indicators to assess delivery andImplementation impacts. is in accordance withprogramme the Programme Manual • Ensure that the RRB complies with the different GCF Safeguard requirements and monitor their implementation. and Financing Agreement with both IFAD and GCF. • Ensure that the implementation of the programme is done according to the Programme Implementation Manual as approved by the POC, IFAD and GCF. • Prepare all strategic planning, management and related documents that is important overallinprogramme • Ensure gender equity is included to andthe cross-cutting the programmeimplementation. monitoring and evaluation, as well as in the annual planning.

• Supervise the •execution of all procurement in accordance withinIFAD’s Financing with Agreement Procurement Guidelines.

Prepare and submit all reports compliance bothand IFAD and GCF reporting • Manage the programme’s budget and inclusive ensure that all in keeping with Reports. the programme objectives and activities. requirements ofexpenditures progressare and Financial • Prepare all programme reports and present these to the POC when required.

• Establish linkages with other national and regional programs involved in rural development in Belize and to ensure complementarity of efforts.

• Collaborate with private sector initiatives that are relevant to the Be-Resilient initiatives.

Core Competences: • Excellent command of the English language, spoken and written. Spanish language and proficiency would be an asset.

• Solid managerial capabilities for managing human and financial resources, and • Ability to negotiate and foster partnerships with stakeholders and other institutions.

• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Superb organizational and time-management skills.

• Willingness to work outside of formal working hours.

Academic Qualifications: The Programme Manager shall possess a minimum of a master’s degree in project management, business administration, finance, agriculture, rural development, or any area related to the main components of the programme.

Required Experience: • Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in project management and implementation of projects financed by external donors.

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience working with agriculture, value chain or rural development projects in a management position.

• Experience working in rural development, particularly in rural communities and with the rural poor will be considered an asset.

• Experience in negotiating and managing contracts will be considered an asset.

Reporting: The Programme Manager will report to the Programme Oversight Committee (POC). The duty station for the position will be at the PMU Office in Belmopan Clarifications: Any request for clarification should be sent via e-mail to the address below no later than September 2, 2021, at 3:00pm. The client will provide responses to all clarification requests by September 3, 2021 at 3:00pm.

Resilient Rural Belize Programme Attn: Tracey Recinos Hanson Procurement Officer National Agriculture Showgrounds Hummingbird Highway, Belmopan City Email: Thanson.rrb@med.gov.bz Application Submission: Interested candidates are requested to submit ONE PDF FILE that shall include a Letter of Interest, Curriculum Vitae, and two (2) recommendation letters along with a copy of the highest degree. The deadline to submit applications is September 7, 2021, at 3:00p.m. via the following File Request Link: https://bit.ly/3xSbE47 (Note: No application submitted via email will be accepted) A consultant will be selected in accordance with the individual consultant selection (ICS) method set out in IFAD’ Project Procurement Handbook that can be accessed via the IFAD website at www.ifad.org/project-procurement. Interviews will be conducted as part of the selection process.

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Ph: # (501) 822-2131/41 Email: info@agriculture.gov.bz Website: www.agriculture.gov.bz

2021

Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise

Ph: # (501) 822-2131/41 Email: info@agriculture.gov.bz Website: www.agriculture.gov.bz PROCUREMENT NOTICE

PROCUREMENT NOTICE Procurement of FRAMING MATERIAL for Covered Structure Project

Project Country: Belize Financing Institution: CDF (CARICOM Development Fund) Project Name: Covered Structure Project Title: Specific Procurement Notice Project Number: BZ/G00009 The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise is hereby requesting Expression of Interest solicitations for the Supply of FRAMNG MATERIAL for the construction of 30 Covered Structures.

Item No. 1

630

Quantity Lengths

2 3

1260 630

Lengths Lengths

4 5 6 Lumber 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14

5550 630 90

Units Lengths Units

300 150 450 120 240 60 120 6

Lengths Lengths Lengths Posts Lengths Lengths Units Boxes

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Fasteners 25

30 60 60 60 1 150 8 60 30 30

Unit Units Units Bags load Feet Lengths Units Units Unit

150

lbs

26 27 28 29 30

60 60 60 90 60

lbs lbs lbs lbs lbs

Items Description Metal Arch 1-3/8" X 17.6 FT 18G GALV Swedged ends Uprights 1-3/8" X 10ft 14g Side brace pipe 1/2" X 20ft, 14g Galv. Swedged ends Wire locks Locking profiles 20ft Locking wire 2"x4"x8' Treated Pine 1"x4"x12' Treated Pine 1"x4"x10' Treated Pine Sapodilla post 3” x 3” x 7” Square tubing 1 1/4" x 14g Angle iron 1 1/2" x 3/16" Weldable hinges 3 1/2" Welding rods 6013 3/32" (10-11 lbs each) Hasp and staple (3 1/2") Door handles Door spring Cement Sand & Gravel (15 cubic yards) Metal fabric 2"x20' PVC Pipe Sch 21 2” Elbow (90◦) 2" Female adapter 2" threaded End cap 1/4"x 1" Metal to metal (Unpainted) 3" Metal to wood 3" Galvanized nail 1" Clout/Big Head nail 2" metal to metal 1" Metal to wood

Submission of Solicitations For further information, interested firms and companies can send an Expression of Interest solicitation to the below address before August 30th, 2021.

Attention: Freddy Chable procurement.officer@agriculture.gov.bz Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise Belmopan City, Belize Procurement Notice is also available at: Public Procurement Notice Board https://cppnb.caricom.org/

Procurement of Honey “Equipment and Materials” for the Honey Production Redevelopment Support Project Project Country: Belize Financing Institution: CDF (CARICOM Development Fund) Project Name: Honey Production Redevelopment Support Project Title: Specific Procurement Notice Project Number: BZ/G00008 The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise is hereby requesting Expression of Interest solicitations for the Supply of Honey “Equipment and Materials” for the Honey Production Redevelopment Support Project Brief Description of the Goods/Service Sheets of Wax Stainless Steel Honey Extractors Stainless Steel De-Capping Tanks Stainless Steel Sedimentation Tank Pollen Traps Frame Feeders Queen Excluder Un-capping Honey Knife

Quantity 15,000 5 7 1 360 360 360 150

Submission of Solicitations For further information regarding specifications, size, and dimensions, interested firms and companies can send an Expression of Interest Solicitation to the below address before August 30th, 2021.

Attention: Freddy Chable procurement.officer@agriculture.gov.bz Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise Belmopan City, Belize Procurement Notice is also available at: Public Procurement Notice Board https://cppnb.caricom.org/

NOTICE FUBON GLOBAL INC. #158,716 (“the Company”)

Pursuant to Section 102(4) of the International Business Companies Act, Chapter 270 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, notice is hereby given that FUBON GLOBAL INC.: a) is in dissolution b) commenced dissolution on the 11th day of August, 2021; and c) CILTRUST INTERNATIONAL INCORPORATED whose address is 35 Barrack Road, Third Floor, Belize City, Belize is the Liquidator of the Company CILTrust International Limited Registered Agent

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NOTICE UNDER SECTION 4(2) OF THE FISCAL INCENTIVES ACT, CHAPTER 54 OF THE LAWS OF BELIZE, REVISED EDTION 1980-1990-2000-2003-2005-2011

Belize Social Investment Fund CARICOM Development Fund

It is hereby notified for general information that the principals of Obregon Coconut Company Limited, have submitted an application for an Approved Enterprise Order under the Fiscal Incentives Act, Chapter 54 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 1980-1990-2000-2003-2005-2011, and the Minister of Investment proposes to make the Order hereinafter set out. Any person who objects to the making of such an Order is hereby invited to give notice in writing of his/her objections and of the grounds on which he/she relies in support thereof to the Executive Director, Belize Trade and Investment Development Service, on or before September 10th, 2021.

STATEMENT OF CAPABILITY

The proposed Order reads as follows:

FISCAL INCENTIVES

BELIZE:

STATUTORY INSTRUMENT No. of 2021

ORDER made by the Minister of Investment in exercise of the powers conferred upon him by Section 4 of the Fiscal Incentives Act, Chapter 54 of the Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 1980-1990-2000-2003-2005-2011, and all other powers thereunto him enabling.

(Gazetted ... 2021) 1.

2.

3. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e)

(f) (g) (h)

(i) (j) 4.

This Order may be cited as the APPROVED ENTERPRISE (OBREGON COCONUT COMPANY LIMITED) ORDER 2021.

It is hereby declared that the principals of Obregon Coconut Company Limited, located at Monkey River Junction, Southern Highway, intends to develop a coconut and soursop farm on 4,800 acres of land. Obregon Coconut Company Limited (hereinafter called ‘the Company’) shall be an approved enterprise under the Fiscal Incentives Act. In addition to the conditions imposed by the Act, the Company shall: not practice whatsoever any discrimination on grounds of ethnic, religious or political identity; observe all safety, social security, health and labour regulations; pay fair wages to the workers and observe fair labour practices; consult with the Belize Labour Exchange before employment of workers of other nationalities; employ only such workers of other nationalities as are in possession of valid work permits; make provision for the training of Belizeans in all aspects of the operation and conduct of the Company including management; submit a plan for approval by the Ministry of Labour for such training in all the required skills; satisfy the Ministry of Natural Resources and the Department of the Environment that all necessary measures are taken to control any pollution to the environment that may result from the operation of the company; satisfy the Ministry responsible for Archaeology that all measures are taken to prevent the destruction of any ancient monument or antiquity located within the Company’s area of operation; maintain separate books of accounts and records in respect of the Company; maintain such books of accounts and records in a manner which conforms with generally accepted accounting principles in Belize and appropriate to the business in which the Company operates; conduct the business in a manner acceptable to the Belize Trade and Investment Development Service; continuously employ at least four hundred (400) persons by August 8th, 2026; Upon obtaining the written approval of the Executive Director, Belize Trade and Investment Development Service, the Company shall be permitted to import such quantity of such items free of customs duty and revenue replacement duty as shall have been proved unavailable from suitable local products or raw materials, and necessary for the establishment/expansion and operation of the Company, and for the sole use thereof, but limited to: • Plant, Machinery & Equipment •

Utility & Transport Vehicles

5.

The date of production shall be August 9, 2021 .

6.

The date of commencement and the date of termination of the duty exemption period shall be August 9th, 2021 and August 8th, 2026 respectively.

7.

The Company shall enjoy no tax holidays.

8.

This Approved Enterprise Order may be revoked if any condition to which it is subject to is broken by the Company.

MADE by the Minister responsible for Investment this tember, 2021.

day of Sep-

______________________________ Hon. John Briceno Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment

INDIVIDUAL CONSULTANT

CONSULTANCY SERVICES TO PROVIDE ELECTRICAL DESIGNS FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS FOR FOUR (4) COMMUNITY WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS, BELIZE

The Government of Belize (GoB) has received financing from the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) to implement a project that focuses on improving water supply systems in four communities. The project comprises small-scale infrastructure works and capacity building for key stakeholders. The GoB has appointed the Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) as the Implementing Agency (IA) for the project and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this financing towards eligible payments under a contract to provide consultancy services to prepare electrical designs, specifications, bills of quantities, and estimates of works which shall be utilized to solicit bids to improve the electrical supply each water supply system. Consultants will be required to work in close collaboration with BSIF staff and will interface with community personnel.

BSIF is now seeking the services of a Consultant to inspect the existing electrical infrastructure, review available data as it relates to the electrical equipment utilized for the water supply systems, and develop detailed electrical designs, in accordance with the National Electrical Code (minimum NEC 2008 standards), that shall be utilized to improve the electrical systems for each of the following water supply systems: 1. Chunox Water Supply System, Chunox Village, Corozal District 2. Georgeville Water Supply System, Georgeville, Cayo District 3. Mahogany Heights Water Supply System, Mahogany Heights, Belize District 4. San Antonio Water Supply System, San Antonio, Toledo District The critical minimum requirements for the position are listed below; however, Applicants are encouraged to review the detailed Terms of Reference: • The Consultant shall possess a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.

• The Consultant shall be a corporate member of the Association of Professional Engineers of Belize (APEB) and shall possess a Belize Wireman License (minimum of Electrical Technician).

• The Consultant shall have at least ten (10) years of experience in designing electrical systems for industrial/ commercial projects.

• The Consultant shall be shall be fluent in speaking and writing English. Fluency in Spanish will be considered.

The services for this assignment will be for a period of six (6) weeks.

BSIF now invites Applicants interested in undertaking the assignment to submit Statements of Capability (SoC), which shall confirm that the Applicant is available to perform the tasks outlined in the Terms of Reference and shall document that the Applicant has the requisite qualifications and experience to perform the task. An SoC shall be accompanied with a detailed resume of the Applicant along with remuneration rates (gross per working day), and the salary history for the last three (3) years. Applicants are asked to provide copies of degrees, certificates, etc. In submitting an SoC, Applicants shall be aware that assessments will be based on the following criteria: •

• •

The Applicant possesses a minimum of bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field with APEB corporate membership and possession of a Belize Wireman License (minimum of Electrical Technician) [MAX POINTS = 40 POINTS]; The Applicant possesses a minimum of ten (10) years of experience in designing electrical systems for industrial/ commercial projects [MAX POINTS = 55 POINTS]; The Applicant is fluent in speaking and writing in English. Fluency in Spanish shall be considered [MAX POINTS = 5 PONTS].

The successful Applicant shall be selected in accordance with the procedures set out in BSIF’s standard procurement guidelines.

To view the Terms of Reference, kindly request by sending an email to ruby.pascascio@ sifbelize.org and copy to colin.escalante@sifbelize.org.

One (1) original and four (4) hard copies of the SoC shall be delivered to the below address no later than 3:00 p.m. on September 6, 2021: Ms. Nellie Trench Executive Director (Ag.) Belize Social Investment Fund Constitution Drive Belmopan Belize, Central America The sealed envelope containing the Statement of Capability shall include the name and address of the applicant and shall be clearly marked: “Statement of Capability: Individual Consultant – Consultancy Services to Provide Electrical Designs for the Improvement of Electrical Systems for Four (4) Community Water Supply Systems, Belize SIF shall not be bound to assign any reason for not selecting any Applicant and will not defray any costs incurred by an Applicant in the preparation and submission of an SoC.

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Social Investment Fund Vacancy Temporary Position- Civil Engineer The Social Investment Fund is an autonomous institution responsible for delivering basic services ad infrastructure to the poor and needy, and for promoting community participation in development project utilizing non-governmental organizations, community organizations and local decentralized agencies. The Social Investment Fund would like to recruit a dynamic and committed individual for the position of Civil Engineer.

Reports To: The Civil Engineer will report to the Technical Unit Coordinator.

Direct Reports: None Job Overview: The Civil Engineer will be stationed at the Fund’s Headquarters in Belmopan. He shall be supervised by the Technical Unit Coordinator. The Civil Engineer shall be responsible for conducting technical, environmental, financial, and sustainability appraisals of projects. In addition, the Civil Engineer shall be responsible for the monitoring of projects implemented by the Fund. Whenever necessary, he/she will be required to provide advice in his/her field of expertise to other technical officers in the Unit.

Responsibilities and Duties: • Perform all duties in keeping with the procedures, guidelines, and agreements provided for by the organization.

• Participate as a member of BSIF’s Technical Unit in the organizing and supervising of community needs and assets assessments and organizational needs assessments.

• Conduct technical, environmental, economic, financial, and sustainability assessments of project proposals.

• Participate as a member of BSIF’s Technical Unit in the development of projects, which shall be presented to the BSIF Board of Directors and funding agency(ies) for approval.

• Develop infrastructure plans, specifications, bills of quantities, and cost estimates for various social and economic infrastructure projects.

• In instances where design and supervision consultants are engaged by the BSIF, the officer shall review and provide detailed commentary on the quality of outputs provided by the consultants.

• Conduct the technical evaluation of bids for the execution of works and the supply of goods.

• Conduct the evaluation of expressions of interest submitted by consultants, followed by the technical and financial evaluation of proposals submitted for the provision of consultancy services.

• Monitor and supervise the activities of contractors and goods suppliers to ensure that services rendered are in accordance with the terms and conditions of their respective contracts.

• Monitor and supervise the activities undertaken by consultants to ensure that services rendered to the BSIF are in accordance with the terms and conditions of their respective contracts.

• Verify payment certificates submitted by consultants and prepare in-house payment certificates, which shall be used to substantiate the approval of payments.

• Participate in the coordination and supervision of work undertaken by community members as a part of their community contribution.

• Participate in the coordination and supervision of training activities for various stakeholders.

• Prepare infrastructure design changes and budget changes that may arise during the execution of project activities.

• Liaise with various counterparts to ensure the efficient execution of project activities.

• Assume responsibility for the Fund’s Assets assigned to the officer for the execution of duties.

• Report to the Technical Unit Coordinator on the progress of project activities under execution.

• Any other duties required for the effective functioning of the BSIF. Qualifications: • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, or related field.

General Knowledge: • Computer literate with a working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite of applications.

• Proficient with computer aided drafting tools.

• Good command of the English language • Highly proficient in technical writing.

• Comfortable with emails, text messages, reprographic equipment • Excellent interpersonal skills • Positive attitude to get along with a high-performance team.

Salary: Negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Closing date: September 13th,2021 at 3:00p.m.

Applications should be addressed to: Senior Procurement Officer Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan Cayo District Tel: 822-0239/822-0508 E-mail: ruby.pascascio@sifbelize.org cc: nellie.trench@sifbelize.org

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2021

BELIZE SOCIAL INVESTMENT FUND TENDER NOTICE Country: Belize Project: Caribbean Development Bank Loan No: 25/SFR-OR-BZE Project ID: 1509/8/E1 Contract Number: E/SL3-02/2021 National Competitive Bidding (NCB) Deadline: September 22, 2021

1. The Government of Belize has received funding through the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) towards the cost of Eligible Sub-projects and intends to apply part of the funds to cover eligible payments under the contract for Completion of the Corazon Creek Technical High School Building, Corazon Creek Village, Toledo District, Belize.

2. The Social Investment Fund, a Statutory Corporation, established under the Social Investment Fund Act No. 3 of 1996 and located at Constitution Drive, Belmopan, Cayo District, hereby invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the construction of the following: The contract proposes to: The contract proposes to complete the construction of an incomplete single storey reinforced concrete structure measuring 164’-11” long by 42’-2” wide complete with a proposed four (4) classrooms, office spaces, two (2) male and female students’bathrooms, two (2) male and female teachers’lavatories, storage spaces, and an access ramp to accommodate users with disabilities.

Works shall include but not be limited to the following activities: construction of a reinforced concrete floor slab; construction of masonry walls; construction of reinforced concrete columns and beams; construction of a reinforced concrete roof; application of concrete rendering; construction of ceilings; installation of windows and doors; installation of electrical, plumbing, water supply and wastewater systems; application of surface finishes; and the undertaking of landscaping activities. Adherence to the contract’s environmental and safety protocols during construction is of paramount importance.

3. Final (Project Site) Destination as specified in BDS: Corazon Creek Village, Toledo District, Belize 4. Social Investment Fund now invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the construction works in the aforementioned areas.

5. Bidding will be conducted through the National Competitive Bidding (NCB) procedures specified in the CDB’s Guidelines for Procurement (January 2006), and are open to all countries eligible for procurement under European Investment Bank funded projects which includes CDB member countries.

6. Qualification requirements include (a) The bidder shall furnish unaudited or audited financial statements (balance sheets with corresponding notes, income statement, and statements of cash flow) of the firm for years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 to demonstrate the current soundness of the bidder’s financial position (b) Bidders should have general experience under contracts in the role of contractor, JV member, subcontractor, or management contractor for the years 2017, 2018 and 2019 with activity of at least five (5) months in each year starting 1st January, 2017 (c) Bidders should have specific experience as a prime contractor, joint venture member, management contractor, or subcontractor, between 1st January 2010 and the bid submission deadline and should have less than or equal to four (4) contracts, each of a minimum value of BZ$200,000.00, but with a total value of all contracts equal or more than BZ$800,000.00 (d) demonstrate cash flow requirement: capacity to have a cash flow amount of BZ$150,000.00 of which not more than BZ$75,000.00 can be credit for materials (e) an average annual turnover of BZ$800,000.00 (e) other provided in the respective Bid Documents.

7. A secured “sample” electronic Bid document can be shared with interested Bidders at the address below, starting August 23, 2021, on week days between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for viewing purpose only (has a time restriction for viewing). A complete set of Bidding documents (hard-copy or electronic version) can be purchased by interested bidder upon payment of a non-refundable fee of BZ$150.00.

Requests may be made by personal application or in writing to the address below. Written applications must be clearly marked: “Completion of the Corazon Creek Technical High School Building, Corazon Creek Village, Toledo District, Belize”. The method of payment will be by cash deposited to, or Bank transfer to BSIF’s Bank Account only. Banking details can be requested at the address below. Cash payment will not be accepted at the BSIF Office.

8. Deadline for bids is at or before 10:00 a.m., September 22, 2021 at the address below. Bids will be opened virtually at 10:15 a.m., September 22, 2021 at the Social Investment Fund, 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive, Belmopan, Cayo District in the presence of the bidders’ representatives who choose to participate. The link is https://bit.ly/31ACuQU . Electronic bidding will not be permitted. Late bids will be rejected. All bids must be accompanied by a “Bid Security” of BZ$ 8,000.00 or an equivalent amount in a freely convertible currency or Bank Guarantee. The bid validity period is 90 days.

9. A Virtual Pre-bid meeting with interested eligible bidders will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 2nd, 2021. The link is https://bit.ly/31ACuQU. Bidders can participate in the meeting to address any queries about the bidding document or the scope of works. Persons who purchase packages are urged to attend.

10. The address referred to above is: Contact: Ms. Ruby Pascascio Senior Procurement Officer Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan Cayo District Tel: 822-0239/822-0508 E-mail: ruby.pascascio@sifbelize.org

cc: colin.escalante@sifbelize.org

therese.arzu@sifbelize.org

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BELIZE SOCIAL INVESTMENT FUND TENDER NOTICE

BELIZE SOCIAL INVESTMENT FUND TENDER NOTICE

Country: Belize Project: Caribbean Development Bank Grant No: GA 61/BZE Project ID: 1509/9/E3 Contract Number: E/B9-08/2021 National Competitive Bidding (NCB) Deadline: September 17, 2021

Country: Belize Project: Caribbean Development Bank Grant No: GA 61/BZE Project ID: 1509/9/WS2 Contract Number: W/B9-01/2021 National Competitive Bidding (NCB) Deadline: September 24, 2021

1. The Government of Belize has received funding through the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) towards the cost of Eligible Sub-projects and intends to apply part of the funds to cover eligible payments under the contract for Completion of the San Isidro Government Primary School Building, San Isidro Village, Toledo District, Belize.

1. The Government of Belize has received funding through the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) towards the cost of Eligible Sub-projects and intends to apply part of the funds to cover eligible payments under the contract for Design, Supply, Installation of a Solar Grid-tie Electrical System for the Crique Jute Village Water Supply System, Toledo District, Belize.

2. The Social Investment Fund, a Statutory Corporation, established under the Social Investment Fund Act No. 3 of 1996 and located at Constitution Drive, Belmopan, Cayo District, hereby invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the construction of the following: The contract proposes to: The contract proposes to complete the construction of an incomplete two (2) storey reinforced concrete structure measuring 164’-9” long by 35’-6” wide complete with a proposed eight (8) classrooms, office spaces, four (4) male and female students’ bathrooms, four (4) male and female teachers’ lavatories, storage spaces, and an access ramp to accommodate users with disabilities.

Works shall include but not be limited to the following activities: construction of a reinforced concrete roof; completion of concrete surface rendering; construction of ceilings; installation of windows and doors; installation of electrical, plumbing, water supply and wastewater systems; application of surface finishes; and the undertaking of landscaping activities. Adherence to the contract’s environmental and safety protocols during construction is of paramount importance.

3. Final (Project Site) Destination as specified in BDS: San Isidro Village, Toledo District, Belize 4. Social Investment Fund now invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the construction works in the aforementioned areas.

5. Bidding will be conducted through the National Competitive Bidding (NCB) procedures specified in the CDB’s Guidelines for Procurement (January 2006), and are open to all countries eligible for procurement under European Investment Bank funded projects which includes CDB member countries.

6. Qualification requirements include (a) The bidder shall furnish unaudited or audited financial statements (balance sheets with corresponding notes, income statement, and statements of cash flow) of the firm for years 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 to demonstrate the current soundness of the bidder’s financial position (b) Bidders should have general experience under contracts in the role of contractor, JV member, subcontractor, or management contractor for the years 2017, 2018 and 2019 with activity of at least five (5) months in each year starting 1st January, 2017 (c) Bidders should have specific experience as a prime contractor, joint venture member, management contractor, or subcontractor, between 1st January 2010 and the bid submission deadline and should have less than or equal to four (4) contracts, each of a minimum value of BZ$200,000.00, but with a total value of all contracts equal or more than BZ$800,000.00 (d) demonstrate cash flow requirement: capacity to have a cash flow amount of BZ$200,000.00 of which not more than BZ$100,000.00 can be credit for materials (e) an average annual turnover of BZ$800,000.00 (e) other provided in the respective Bid Documents.

7. A secured “sample” electronic Bid document can be shared with interested Bidders at the address below, starting August 23, 2021, on week days between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for viewing purpose only (has a time restriction for viewing). A complete set of Bidding documents (hard-copy or electronic version) can be purchased by interested bidder upon payment of a non-refundable fee of BZ$150.00. Requests may be made by personal application or in writing to the address below. Written applications must be clearly marked: “Completion of the San Isidro Government Primary School Building, San Isidro Village, Toledo District, Belize”. The method of payment will be by cash deposited to, or Bank transfer to BSIF’s Bank Account only. Banking details can be requested at the address below. Cash payment will not be accepted at the BSIF Office.

8. Deadline for bids is at or before 10:00 a.m., September 17, 2021 at the address below. Bids will be opened virtually at 10:15 a.m., September 17, 2021 at the Social Investment Fund, 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive, Belmopan, Cayo District in the presence of the bidders’ representatives who choose to participate. The link is https://bit.ly/31ACuQU . Electronic bidding will not be permitted. Late bids will be rejected. All bids must be accompanied by a “Bid Security” of BZ$ 8,000.00 or an equivalent amount in a freely convertible currency or Bank Guarantee. The bid validity period is 90 days.

9. A Virtual Pre-bid meeting with interested eligible bidders will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, September 2nd, 2021. The link is https://bit.ly/31ACuQU. Bidders can participate in the meeting to address any queries about the bidding document or the scope of works. Persons who purchase packages are urged to attend.

10. The address referred to above is: Contact: Mrs. Therese Arzu Procurement Officer Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan Cayo District Tel: 822-0239/822-0508 E-mail: therese.arzu@sifbelize.org

cc: colin.escalante@sifbelize.org

ruby.pascascio@sifbelize.org

2. The Social Investment Fund, a Statutory Corporation, established under the Social Investment Fund Act No. 3 of 1996 and located at Constitution Drive, Belmopan, Cayo District, hereby invites tenders from suitably qualified contractors for the construction of the following: The contract proposes to: The contractor shall undertake the design, supply, and installation services for a solar grid-tie electrical system for the Crique Jute Village water supply system, Toledo District.

The system is desired to be connected to the main electrical grid, along with being able to produce an estimated output of 100kWh per day to provide electricity for the water supply system, which has a total electrical demand load of approximately 22.3kVA. Important to note is that the system shall be equipped with zero grid export devices so as to not feed power back into the national electrical grid.

The contractor shall be responsible for the following: • provision of all electrical designs for solar powered components; • provision of all civil designs for the installation of solar panels and ancillary components; • procurement and installation of all requisite plant/ equipment in accordance with the agreed-upon designs; • provision of all materials and the like to undertake the commissioning of the system; Reference shall be made to the proposed electrical design for the water supply system, which shall aid in development of the solar grid-tie electrical system, as detailed in the Drawings section of the bidding document.

3. Final (Project Site) Destination as specified in BDS: Crique Jute Village, Toledo District, Belize 4. Social Investment Fund now invites sealed bids from eligible and qualified bidders for the construction works in the aforementioned areas.

5. Bidding will be conducted through the National Competitive Bidding (NCB) procedures specified in the CDB’s Guidelines for Procurement (January 2006), and are open to all countries eligible for procurement under European Investment Bank funded projects which includes CDB member countries.

6. Qualification requirements include (a) The bidder shall furnish unaudited or audited financial statements (balance sheets with corresponding notes, income statement, and statements of cash flow) of the firm for years 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 to demonstrate the current soundness of the bidder’s financial position (b) Bidders should have general experience under contracts in the role of contractor, JV member, subcontractor, or management contractor for the years 2017, 2018 and 2019 with activity of at least three (3) months in each year starting 1st January, 2017 (c) Bidders should have specific experience as a prime contractor, joint venture member, management contractor, or subcontractor, between 1st January 2010 and the bid submission deadline and should have less than or equal to four (4) contracts, each of a minimum value of BZ$50,000.00, but with a total value of all contracts equal or more than BZ$200,000.00 (d) demonstrate cash flow requirement: capacity to have a cash flow amount of BZ$30,000.00 of which 50% must be in liquid cash from a financial institution, and the overall cash flow requirement for this contract and the bidders concurrent commitments (e) an average annual turnover of BZ$250,000.00 (e) other provided in the respective Bid Documents.

7. A secured “sample” electronic Bid document can be shared with interested Bidders at the address below, starting August 23, 2021, on week days between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for viewing purpose only (has a time restriction for viewing). A complete set of Bidding documents (hard-copy or electronic version) can be purchased by interested bidder upon payment of a non-refundable fee of BZ$150.00. Requests may be made by personal application or in writing to the address below.

Written applications must be clearly marked: “Tender for Design, Supply, and Installation of a Solar Grid-Tie Electrical System for the Crique Jute Village Water Supply System, Toledo District, Belize”. The method of payment will be by cash deposited to, or Bank transfer to BSIF’s Bank Account only. Banking details can be requested at the address below. Cash payment will not be accepted at the BSIF Office.

8. Deadline for bids is at or before 10:00 a.m., September 24, 2021 at the address below. Bids will be opened virtually at 10:15 a.m., September 24, 2021 at the Social Investment Fund, 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive, Belmopan, Cayo District in the presence of the bidders’ representatives who choose to participate. The link is https://bit.ly/31ACuQU . Electronic bidding will not be permitted. Late bids will be rejected. All bids must be accompanied by a “Bid Security” of BZ$ 1,500.00 or an equivalent amount in a freely convertible currency or Bank Guarantee. The bid validity period is 90 days.

9. A Virtual Pre-bid meeting with interested eligible bidders will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, September 3rd, 2021. The link is https://bit.ly/31ACuQU. Bidders can participate in the meeting to address any queries about the bidding document or the scope of works. Persons who purchase packages are urged to attend.

10. The address referred to above is: Contact: Ms. Ruby Pascascio Senior Procurement Officer Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan Cayo District Tel: 822-0239/822-0508 E-mail: ruby.pascascio@sifbelize.org

cc: colin.escalante@sifbelize.org

therese.arzu@sifbelize.org

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GOVERNMENT OF BELIZE SECOND ROAD SAFETY PROJECT CONSULTANCY SERVICES FOR PROJECT MANAGER

2021

Government of Belize Belize Social Investment Fund CARICOM Development Fund SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER METERS, PIPES, AND ACCESSORIES FOR WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS IN CHUNOX, COROZAL DISTRICT; MAHOGANY HEIGHTS, BELIZE DISTRICT; GEORGEVILLE, CAYO DISTRICT; AND SAN ANTONIO, TOLEDO DISTRICT W/CDF-01/2021

RE-INVITATION: REQUEST FOR EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST The Government of Belize (GOBZ) has received financing from the Caribbean Development Bank (CDB) towards the cost of a Second Road Safety Project and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this financing to eligible payments under a contract for which this invitation is issued. Payments by CDB will be made only at the request of GOBZ and upon approval by CDB and will be subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement. The Financing Agreement prohibits withdrawal from the financing account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of CDB, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. No party other than GOBZ shall derive any rights from the Financing Agreement or have any claim to the proceeds of the Financing.

The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment (MFEDI), through its Road Safety Unit, now wishes to procure consultancy services for a Project Manager (PM).

The objective of the consultancy is to ensure that Project Management Unit reports effectively, efficiently, and accurately on all aspects of the Project. PM will be responsible for coordinating and monitoring all aspects of the implementation of the Project. PM shall be assigned exclusively to the Project and will be supported by a monitoring and evaluation officer, a finance officer, a procurement officer, and administrative staff within the Road Safety Unit. The duration of the assignment is expected to be for a period of twenty-four (24) months in the first instance with a possible option to renew the consultancy. The PM will report to the Chief Executive Officer, MFEDI. MFEDI now invites interested eligible individual consultants to submit Expressions of Interest indicating qualifications and experience required to provide these consultancy services. Submissions must include a detailed curriculum vitae Consultants shall be eligible to participate if: (a) the persons are citizens or bona fide residents of an eligible country; and (b) in all cases, the consultant has no arrangement and undertakes not to make any arrangements, whereby any substantial part of the net profits or other tangible benefits of the contract will accrue or be paid to a person not a citizen or bona fide resident of an eligible country.

Eligible countries are member countries of CDB. Consultants are advised to review the eligibility criteria detailed in CDB’s Guidelines for the Selection and Engagement of Consultants (2011).

The attention is also drawn to paragraph 1.9 of CDB’s Guidelines for the Selection and Engagement of Consultants (2011), setting forth CDB’s policy on conflict of interest.

In the assessment of submissions, consideration will be given to qualifications and experience on similar assignments. The Project Manager is required to possess the following minimum qualifications: (a) Master’s degree or equivalent in Public Administration, Project Management, Engineering or another related field. (b) Minimum of five years’ experience in the management and implementation of multi-sectoral projects or a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Administration, Engineering or equivalent with a minimum of ten years’ experience in the management, administration and implementation of multi-sectoral projects. Proposed personnel with strong communication, supervisory and monitoring skills, good knowledge of road safety and good relations with local stakeholders are desirable.

Candidates with strong communication skills and good relations with local stakeholders are desirable. Fluency in English and another language such as Spanish, Garifuna, or Mayan would be an asset.

All information must be submitted in English. Further information may be obtained from the first address below between 0900- and 1600-hours Monday to Friday.

An electronic copy or an original, hard copy and six photocopies of the Expressions of Interest must be received at the first email or postal address below no later than 13:30 hours local time on Thursday, September 9, 2021, and one electronic copy must be emailed simultaneously to CDB at the second email address below. The sealed envelope containing each submission, or the email body, should indicate the name and address of the application. If submitted in hard copy, the, sealed envelope shall be clearly marked, and if submitted electronically the email subject line should state, “Expression of Interest – Consultancy Services for Project Manager”.

Following the assessment of submissions, the most technically capable and appropriately experienced applicant will be invited to negotiate a contract to provide the consultancy services. GOBZ reserves the right to accept or reject late applications or to cancel the present invitation partially or in its entirety. It will not be bound to assign any reason for not engaging the services of any applicant and will not defray any costs incurred by any applicant in the preparation and submission of Expressions of Interest.

1. Chief Executive Officer Ministry of Finance, Economic Development & Investment (Economic Development) P. O. Box 42 1904 Constitution Drive, Second Floor Belmopan BELIZE, C.A. Attn.: Second Road Safety Project Management Unit Tel: +501-822-3517/2526/2527 Email: rsp.procurement@med.gov.bz

2. Procurement Officer Procurement Policy Unit Caribbean Development Bank BARBADOS, W. I. Tel: (+1 246) 539 1600 Email: procurement@caribank.org

INVITATION TO BID

The Government of Belize (GoB) has received financing from the CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) to implement a project that focuses on improving water supply systems in four communities. The project comprises small-scale infrastructure works and capacity building for key stakeholders. The GoB has appointed the Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF) as the Implementing Agency (IA) for the project and intends to apply a portion of the proceeds of this financing towards eligible payments under a contract for which this invitation is issued. Payments by CDF will be made only at the request of GOB and upon approval by CDF, and will be subject in all respects to the terms and conditions of the Financing Agreement.

The Financing Agreement prohibits withdrawal from the financing account for the purpose of any payment to persons or entities, or for any import of goods, if such payment or import, to the knowledge of CDF, is prohibited by a decision of the United Nations Security Council taken under Chapter VII of the Charter of the United Nations. No party other than GOB shall derive any rights from the Financing Agreement or have any claim to the proceeds of the Financing.

The Belize Social Investment Fund (BSIF), the IA, now invites sealed bids from qualified Bidders for the SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER METERS, PIPES, AND ACCESSORIES FOR WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS IN CHUNOX, COROZAL DISTRICT; MAHOGANY HEIGHTS, BELIZE DISTRICT; GEORGEVILLE, CAYO DISTRICT; AND SAN ANTONIO, TOLEDO DISTRICT Bidders will be required to submit full qualification information with their bids establishing their eligibility to bid and qualification to perform the contract if the bid is accepted. Tender and qualification information are to be submitted in the English Language on the prescribed forms inserted in the Bid Documents. Submissions that do not provide the information required or that do not demonstrate the prospective firm’s ability to perform satisfactorily, will not qualify and will not be considered for further evaluation.

A secured “sample” electronic Bid document can be shared with interested Bidders at the address below, starting August 23, 2021, on week days between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. for viewing purpose only (has a time restriction for viewing). A complete set of Bidding documents (hard-copy or electronic version) can be purchased by interested bidder upon payment of a non-refundable fee of BZ$150.00. Requests may be made by personal application or in writing to the address below. Written applications must be clearly marked: “TENDER FOR SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER METERS, PIPES, AND ACCESSORIES FOR WATER SUPPLY SYSTEMS IN CHUNOX, COROZAL DISTRICT; MAHOGANY HEIGHTS, BELIZE DISTRICT; GEORGEVILLE, CAYO DISTRICT; AND SAN ANTONIO, TOLEDO DISTRICT”. The method of payment will be by cash deposited to, or Bank transfer to BSIF’s Bank Account only. Banking details can be requested refundable fee of BZ$150.00. Requests may be made by personal application or in writing to the ataddress the address below. applications Cash payment not be accepted at the FOR BSIFSUPPLY Office. AND below. Written must will be clearly marked: “TENDER DELIVERY OF WATER METERS, PIPES, AND ACCESSORIES FOR WATER SUPPLY

ASYSTEMS Virtual Pre-bid meetingCOROZAL with interested eligibleMAHOGANY bidders will HEIGHTS, be held at 2:00 p.m.

IN CHUNOX, DISTRICT; BELIZE DISTRICT; GEORGEVILLE, CAYO AND SAN ANTONIO,Bidders TOLEDO on Friday, September 3, 2021.

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SUPPLY SYSTEMS IN CHUNOX, COROZAL DISTRICT; MAHOGANY HEIGHTS, BELIZE DISTRICT; GEORGEVILLE, CAYO DISTRICT; AND Hard ANTONIO, copies of Bids TOLEDO must be submitted in sealed envelopes, name andtoaddress of the SAN DISTRICT” and mustwith be the delivered the first adbidder, and be clearly marked “TENDER FOR SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF WATER dress below no later than September 23rd, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.

(Belize Time).

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(Belize Time). Bids will be Electronic opened virtually at 10:15 23rd, Late 2021 at the will Socialbe https://bit.ly/31ACuQU. bidding willa.m., notSeptember be permitted. bids Investment Fund, 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive, Belmopan, Cayo in the presence rejected. All bids must be accompanied with a “Bid-Securing District Declaration”. of the bidders' representatives who choose to participate. The link is https://bit.ly/31ACuQU. Electronic bidding will not be permitted. Late bids will be rejected. All bids must be accompanied

BSIF the right to accept or reject any bid, and to annul the process and with areserves "Bid-Securing Declaration". reject all bids, at any time prior to award of contract, without thereby incurring any liability bidder(s) or any obligation to inform BSIF reserves to thethe rightaffected to accept prospective or reject any bid, and to annul the process and reject all bids, the at any timeprospective prior to award of contract, without thereby any liability to the affected bidder(s) of the grounds for incurring BSIF action.

BSIF will notaffected defray prospective bidder(s) by or any to inform the affected prospective any costs incurred anyobligation bidder in the preparation of bids. bidder(s) of the grounds for BSIF action. BSIF will not defray any costs incurred by any bidder in the preparation of bids.

1. Address for Inspection, Collection and Clarification of Bidding Documents, Bid Submission and Bid Opening Contact: Ms. Ruby Pascascio Senior Procurement Officer Social Investment Fund 3rd Floor, #1902 Constitution Drive Belmopan Cayo District Tel: 822-0239/822-0508 E-mail: ruby.pascascio@sifbelize.org

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QUARTERLY FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF CREDIT UNIONS REGISTERED UNDER THE CREDIT UNIONS ACT Quarter Ending: 30 June 2021 STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION

Holy Redeemer Credit Union

St. Francis Xavier Credit Union

St. John's Credit Union

BZ$'000

Spanish Lookout Credit Union

Blue Creek Credit Union

La Inmaculada Credit Union

St. Martin's Credit Union

Toledo Teacher's Credit Union

ASSETS Cash and Balances Due from Banks Government Securities/Investments Total Loans Less: Specific Loan Loss Reserves Net Loans Fixed Assets (Net) Other Assets TOTAL ASSETS

263,816 122,680 274,727 (10,588) 264,139 13,986 664,621

13,334 3,154 87,272 (1,553) 85,720 5,971 724 108,903

27,150 11,601 56,584 (3,983) 52,601 5,190 639 97,181

25,217 2,000 54,086 54,086 745 82,048

20,329 125 56,763 (1,699) 55,064 1,097 390 77,005

20,639 8,807 47,542 (3,584) 43,958 2,490 384 76,278

11,369 1,244 19,619 (634) 18,985 2,586 301 34,485

3,572 220 17,440 (329) 17,111 2,069 307 23,279

LIABILITIES & CAPITAL Demand Deposits Savings Deposits Time Deposits Share Deposits Total Deposits Balances Due to Banks Balances Due to Other Financial Institutions Balances Due to Other Credit Union Other Liabilities TOTAL LIABILITIES

4,257 18,553 58,116 482,444 563,370 1,642 1,992 567,004

4,957 5,502 67,420 77,878 2,033 1,973 81,884

7,371 11,071 65,441 83,883 111 345 1,494 85,833

17,856 34,916 18,598 71,369

7 71,376

66,075 2,874 68,949 51 69,000

7,066 341 49,306 56,713 3,532 60,245

2,277 262 22,785 25,324 1,074 26,398

2,129 1,829 14,177 18,135 504 18,639

5,277 85,397 6,943 97,617

2,235 23,603 676 505 27,019

3,227 7,599 167 355 11,348

10,192 136 344 10,672

8 8,364 (367) 8,005

1,744 13,261 951 77 16,033

1,873 4,445 223 1,546 8,087

87 4,424 129 4,640

664,621

108,903

97,181

82,048

76,278

34,485

23,279

EQUITY Share Capital Reserves Current Year Profit/(Loss) General Loan Loss Reserve Asset Revaluation Account TOTAL CAPITAL TOTAL LIABILITIES & CAPITAL

STATEMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME Interest Income Interest Expense Net Interest Income Non-Interest Income Non-Interest Expense Net Operating Income Other Income (Expense) Net Income (Loss)

FINANCIAL INDICATORS

Holy Redeemer Credit Union 10,088 741 9,348 165 2,170 7,342 (399) 6,943 Holy Redeemer Credit Union

St. Francis Xavier Credit Union 2,589 42 2,547 65 1,473 1,139 (462) 676 St. Francis Xavier Credit Union

St. John's Credit Union 1,583 128 1,455 1,063 392 (225) 167 St. John's Credit Union

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Spanish Lookout Credit Union 606 195 411 2 69 344 344 Spanish Lookout Credit Union

77,005 Blue Creek Credit Union 1,098 936 162 44 253 (47) (320) (367) Blue Creek Credit Union

La Inmaculada Credit Union 1,751 62 1,689 67 822 934 17 951 La Inmaculada Credit Union

St. Martin's Credit Union 629 21 608 68 361 315 (92) 223 St. Martin's Credit Union

Toledo Teacher's Credit Union 635 19 616 31 473 174 (45) 129 Toledo Teacher's Credit Union

Base Lending Rate (Interest rate used as an index in pricing a credit union loan) Residential Mortgage Rate Average Lending Rate (Annualized) Average Deposit Rate (Annualized) Fixed Deposit Rate ($5,000/$10,000 for 3 months) Number of Branches/Agencies

12.00% 9.75% 11.88% 0.54% 0.00% 1

12.00% 12.00% 11.75% 0.18% 1.75% 4

12.00% 12.00% 10.42% 0.62% 1.25% 3

8.00% 8.00% 4.53% 1.23% 5.50% 0

8.00% 8.00% 7.70% 5.53% 0.00% 0

12.00% 12.00% 14.59% 0.42% 1.00% 1

12.00% 12.00% 12.59% 0.33% 1.00% 1

12.00% 12.00% 14.65% 0.42% 0.00% 1

CAPITAL ADEQUACY Net Institutional Capital/Total Assets Total Capital/Total Deposits

11.89% 16.09%

14.08% 33.83%

11.57% 13.33%

12.59% 14.47%

10.30% 12.14%

11.61% 26.59%

13.18% 31.05%

13.91% 24.87%

46.21% 55,895 204,419

16.47% 7,985 4,844

32.49% 8,578 18,675

36.60% 7,966 18,155

28.99% 6,526 13,460

37.90% 5,842 15,655

44.91% 2,482 8,891

17.63% 1,964 1,233

1.56% 3.85%

0.83% 1.78%

1.14% 7.04%

0.00% 0.00%

4.27% 2.99%

0.88% 7.54%

0.46% 3.23%

0.82% 1.89%

FINANCIAL STRUCTURE Total Deposits/Total Assets Total Loans/Total Assets

84.77% 41.34%

71.51% 80.14%

86.32% 58.23%

86.98% 65.92%

89.54% 73.71%

74.35% 62.33%

73.43% 56.89%

77.90% 74.92%

PROFITABILITY (Annualized) Return on Assets (%) Return on Equity (%) Net Interest Income/Adjusted Operating Income Interest Expense/Adjusted Operating Income

4.20% 26.81% 98.27% 7.79%

2.50% 9.74% 97.51% 1.61%

0.69% 5.52% 100.00% 8.80%

1.03% 7.87% 99.52% 47.22%

1.43% 12.12% 78.64% 454.37%

5.02% 22.47% 96.18% 3.53%

2.29% 9.60% 95.77% 3.11%

2.23% 11.28% 95.21% 2.94%

LIQUIDITY Liquid Assets/Total Deposits Liquid Asset Statutory Requirement Excess (Shortfall) Statutory Liquid Assets ASSET QUALITY Total Non-Performing Loans (Net of Specific Loan Loss Reserves)/Total Loans Total Loan Loss Reserves and Provisions/Total Loans

Notes: 1. Figures were obtained from Credit Union Returns submitted to the Central Bank of Belize as required under section 58(1)(c) of the Credit Unions Act.

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THE BELIZE TIMES

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2021