Belize Times July 31, 2022 - New National Curriculum

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HISTORIC NEW NATIONAL

CURRICULUM Call to all: Join this National effort and cause

The planBelize government of Belize is putting its allout effort where it matters most—in our children, Belize’s future. Everything that is being done with the Blue Bond, MSME’s, Internationally, Climate Change, Multisectoral approach to Crime fighting, Infrastructure, Agricultural reform, Tourism advancements is all for nought if our population is not educated nor equipped with the most cutting edge methods, processes and skills.

The Ministry led by Minister Francis Fonseca and his team at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology have been at the drawing board for many months now. The goal which is a dynamic one uses the research that is out there screaming at us to shift the educational system to one that prepares our children to enter the workforce. Parents know fully well that their children are overloaded, have inadequate homework and have to battle to keep up grades that often do not show what the child really knows.

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In Minister’s Fonseca speech he highlighted this: “The world changes at a rapid pace and so what we teach and learn and how we teach and learn must constantly evolve. This reality calls for building adaptability, innovation and resilience. Therefore, curriculum, instruction and assessment must go beyond rote memory and general knowledge; they must be designed to promote deep learning, to focus on what students are able to do with the knowledge that they acquire and the extent to which they are able to think critically and to solve problems in a healthy, productive and sustainable manner. Furthermore, curriculum, instruction and assessment must be aligned to each other, they must integrate technology to increase impact, and they must be relevant to the needs of students and to national development.”

The MoECST has been working at this gargantuan task at the same time as the Education Upliftment Project: where four government schools in Southside Belize City. Excelsior, Gwen Lizarraga, Maud Williams and Sadie Vernon will be among the first high schools to benefit from this pilot program, aiding students with free tuition and fees, essential educational resources and improved infrastructure, among others. Also, in an effort to enhance the quality of educational services across Belize, the Government of Belize and Digi have collab-

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orated to launch Connect-ED - a Digi WiFi expansion project. The project will provide broadband internet service, including all necessary technical support, maintenance and monitoring, to 197 schools including rural communities.

Eliminating the Digital Divide, Expanding & Enhancing Education! Additionally, the Ministry is moving ahead with the Healthy Start program which will see Feeding programs all across Belize.

This is a needed initiative as students need to have nutrition to learn. At this point, the socio economic situation of Belize needs this. Our children need to learn now.

In the Ministry of Education, Culture, Science and Technology under Minister Fonseca, Belize is showing planBelize progress by the minute and the National Curriculum is probably the biggest not even two years into this administration.

Some important information: The unit plans and assessments will be accessible to principals, teachers, parents and students through the Ministry of Education’s National School Portal at www.501academy.edu.bz.

The 2022-23 school year will serve as a transition pilot year for all preschools and primary schools as well as those secondary schools that decide to participate.

By 2023-24 all schools from preschool to secondary should be following the new national curriculum framework.

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Shrimp Industry: Positive Outlook Follows Lobster Stock Assessment July 27, 2022 - The Belize Aquaculture Limited and Vitali Alimentos, a Guatemalan animal feed company, has signed an agreement to grow quality shrimp post-larvae (PLs) stock to supply Belize’s shrimp industry. This follows recent improvements within the industry attributed to the infusion of technology and revised sanitation protocols for ponds, which have resulted in greatly improved productivity, reduced mortality and improved confidence, turning a new page for the once battered industry.

Vitali Alimentos produces shrimp feed under the brand name ARECA and is now venturing into the shrimp industry in Belize by providing genetically superior, disease-free shrimp stock through an agreement with Belize Aquaculture Limited. These PLs are the same stock grown

by CP Thailand’s shrimp company, which grow at faster rates than those currently found in Belize. This will guarantee a shrimp variety that will provide larger and better harvests and stock, ensuring the viability of the shrimp industry as it is in its present state of regeneration.

In 2014, the shrimp industry was affected by Early Mortality Syndrome and has suffered since, with earnings plummeting from a high of BZ$90 million to BZ$10 million in 2016. However, with better pond technologies and advanced care protocols currently in place, as well as the attention of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise through steps such as leveraging market access to Mexico, the shrimp industry is looking to much positivity with Plan Belize in action.

Just recently there was action in the Lobster industry. As per the release: “the Belize Fisheries Department held a National Spiny Lobster Stock Assessment Workshop from June 20–24, 2022 in Belize City in partnership with Environmental Defense Fund and with expert support from Cuba’s Centro de Investigaciones Pesqueras (CIP)/ Center for Fisheries Research). The workshop convened scientists, fishery managers, and other stakeholders to conduct a scientific assessment of the spiny lobster population in Belize to inform the sustainable management of the lobster fishery.

The workshop benefited from expert technical support from Ms. Ofelia Morales Fadragas, a lobster expert from CIP; Dr. Kendra Karr, Senior Scientist from Environmental Defense Fund and input from representatives of the Belize Fisheries Department, Environmental Defense Fund, Toledo Institute for Development and Environment, Belize Audubon Society, Turneffe Atoll Sustainability Association, Wildlife Conservation Society, and The Nature Conservancy.

During the workshop, participants analyzed the status of the lobster fishery based on fishery-dependent data collected over more than a decade, using scientific performance indicators and reference points defined as part of Belize’s adaptive management framework. The workshop also provided an opportunity for Ms. Morales Fadragas and fishery managers and scientists in Belize to exchange experiences and tools to improve spiny lobster management in the region, and to continue to promote ties between Cuba and Belize around marine conservation, fisheries management, and other priority areas for both countries.

The exercise culminated in a cere-

mony held on Friday, June 24 at Best Western Plus Belize Biltmore Plaza in which Ms. Morales Fadragas presented the key findings of the lobster assessment. Remarks were provided by Ms. Kennedy Carrillo, CEO of the Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation; Mr. Rigoberto Quintana, Acting Fisheries Administrator; and Her Excellency Maria Caridad Balaguer Labrada, Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to Belize.

Belize Fisheries Department and the Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation would like to express its gratitude to Ms. Morales Fadragas, CIP, the Republic of Cuba, Environmental Defense Fund, and the workshop participants for supporting a robust assessment of the lobster population in Belize.”

Seafood is making strides as also Taiwan has shown and making moves in interest of Belizean harvested seafood. “The Embassy is pleased to coordinate trade meetings between YEN & Brothers Enterprise CO., LTD., one of the biggest #seafood importers in #Taiwan, and Belizean major seafood exporters from May 25 to May 27.

Ms Dana Tseng, Representative from YEN & Brothers, visited Independence Village of South #Belize, to discuss future cooperation with Belizean white #shrimp growers. In addition, she also met with representatives from “Northern Fishermen Co-operative Society Ltd.” in Belize City and “Fein Catch Ltd.” in La Democracia Village, to exchange their viewpoints about lobster trade between Taiwan and Belize.

The Embassy will continue to bridge Taiwanese and Belizean companies to interact and communicate, and hence promote the economic ties between our two countries. We look forward to seeing more and more tasty Belizean seafood to be exported to Taiwanese customers.

PlanBelize is an all-encompassing policy that seeks to benefit all. This means that the shrimp and lobster industries are an integral part of the drive to grow the economy as Belize grows out of poverty and into a country that works for everyone.

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EDITORIAL

THE UDP KARENS

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e had spoken about hindsight before. This week, allow us to touch on the blind side that seems prevalent on the opposite side of the House. This appears to exacerbate the persistent case of selective amnesia and nauseating whining that has now become chronic and acute. It seems that every good project that is being implemented by the People’s United Party government somehow is the brainchild of the United Democratic Party. Twenty months after they were unceremoniously ousted from power, and then twice more since then, it seems that all the beautiful projects that are now finally coming to fruition are the product of their hard work. Conversely, it appears that all the debt, mismanagement and general chaos have absolutely nothing to do with them. This is clearly on their blind side.

There is an old Belizean Creole saying that says that they, “shud a mih, cud a mih, woulda mih…” The fact is that for thirteen long years they never did. There are facts and they do not let us lie. The records show that 1.5 Billion dollars were almost lost as a result of poor implementation by the previous UDP government. Resilient Rural Belize 40 Million, 60 Million in CABEI funding, and 60 Million more were left stagnant and that was earmarked for building schools. There was gross mismanagement, and lack of implementation and several loans and grants were on the verge of being cancelled because of sheer and obvious incompetence. The Petro Caribe funds were an all-out party and those funds they used freely to finance the pibil tacos, the bbq, the beers and parties. These monies were not used to the best advantage of the people of Belize. The monies lost are equivalent to the fiscal budget of an entire year for Belize.

These monies could have aided us in the rebounding of our economy, the infrastructure projects alone are worth hundreds of millions and would have kept many of our most vulnerable people gainfully employed. Their focus was on borrowing and giving handouts thinking that easy money would have kept them in power for a fourth consecutive term. The UDP borrowed 1 million a day to keep us afloat and forgot that they had money to spend to keep Belizeans gainfully employed. These decisions cost the public officers ten per cent of their pay for close to a year and their increments are still on hold.

If these Karens want to claim the projects being done now as their own twenty months after they left office, they need to also take responsibility for the mess they left behind. The idea is ludicrous, especially coming from a party with a track record of complete incompetence and fiscal mismanagement. They cannot even be given the gold star for full attendance or for good behaviour at the House. It is really disappointing to witness that this is the best the UDP can come up with. No one is convinced that the economic problems we are facing have nothing to do with them, Belize was in bad shape prior to the pandemic. Covid, in fact, just accelerated the inevitable, and the PUP stepped in just in time. They have done stellar work, with tangible results in every sector of the economy and it just keeps getting better. The Karens of the UDP need to recognize their mistakes, accept their faults and take note of how it's really done. Have a safe and blessed Emancipation Day.

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LAS KARENS DEL UDP

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a habíamos hablado de la retrospectiva. Esta semana, permítannos tocar el lado ciego que parece prevalecer en el lado opuesto de la Cámara. Esto parece exacerbar el persistente caso de amnesia selectiva y quejumbrosidad nauseabunda que ahora se ha vuelto crónica y aguda. Parece que todos los buenos proyectos que está llevando a cabo el gobierno del Partido Unido del Pueblo son, de alguna manera, obra del Partido Unido Democrático. Veinte meses después de que fueran expulsados del poder sin ceremonias, y luego dos veces más desde entonces, parece que todos los hermosos proyectos que ahora por fin se hacen realidad son producto de su duro trabajo. Por el contrario, parece que toda la deuda, la mala gestión y el caos general no tienen absolutamente nada que ver con ellos.

Esto está claramente en su lado ciego.

Hay un viejo dicho criollo beliceño que dice que ellos, "shud a mih, cud a mih, woulda mih..." El hecho es que durante trece largos años nunca lo hicieron. Hay hechos y no nos dejan mentir. Los registros muestran que casi se perdieron 1.500 millones de dólares como resultado de la mala implementación del anterior gobierno del UDP. En Belice Rural Resiliente se perdieron 40 millones, 60 millones en fondos del BCIE y otros 60 millones más, que estaban destinados a la construcción de escuelas. Hubo una gran mala gestión y falta de ejecución, y varios préstamos y subvenciones estuvieron a punto de ser cancelados por pura y evidente incompetencia. Los fondos de Petro Caribe fueron una fiesta total y esos fondos se usaron libremente para financiar los tacos pibil, las barbacoas, las cervezas y las fiestas. Estos dineros no se utilizaron en beneficio del pueblo de Belice.

El dinero perdido equivale al presupuesto fiscal de todo un año para Belice. Estos dineros podrían habernos ayudado en la recuperación de nuestra economía, sólo los proyectos de infraestructura valen cientos de millones y habrían mantenido a muchas de nuestras personas más vulnerables con un empleo remunerado. Se concentraron en pedir préstamos y dar limosnas pensando que el dinero fácil los mantendría en el poder por un cuarto mandato consecutivo. El UDP pidió prestado 1 millón al día para mantenernos a flote y se olvidó de que tenía dinero que gastar para mantener a los beliceños con un empleo remunerado. Estas decisiones costaron a los funcionarios públicos el diez por ciento de su sueldo durante casi un año y sus incrementos siguen en suspenso.

Si estos Karens quieren reclamar los proyectos que se están haciendo ahora como suyos veinte meses después de haber dejado el cargo, tienen que asumir también la responsabilidad por el desorden que dejaron. La idea es ridícula, especialmente viniendo de un partido con un historial de total incompetencia y mala gestión fiscal. Ni siquiera se les puede dar la estrella de oro por la asistencia completa o por el buen comportamiento en la Cámara. Es realmente decepcionante presenciar que esto es lo mejor que se le ocurre al UDP. Nadie está convencido de que los problemas económicos a los que nos enfrentamos no tengan nada que ver con ellos, Belice estaba en mal estado antes de la pandemia. De hecho, Covid sólo aceleró lo inevitable, y el PUP intervino justo a tiempo. Han realizado un trabajo estelar, con resultados tangibles en todos los sectores de la economía, y la situación sigue mejorando. Las Karens del UDP tienen que reconocer sus errores, aceptar sus faltas y tomar nota de cómo se hace realmente. Que tengan un seguro y bendito Día de la Emancipación.

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UDP REMNANTS “EXPEL” DELROY; KEEP SHYNE/SALDIVAR ETC! Silent on Montero and his supposed plight back to Belize but expelling a staunch UDP supporter for pointing out gaping flaws; this is one of the new modus operandi of the remnants of the infamously incompetent and corrupt party.

It is weird how Shyne and the carcass for change wish to remain relevant but at the same

time they do everything NOT to appeal to the masses. It may be true that Shyne is only motivated by a 20 seconds of fame at entertaining Blacks on US TV. People in Mesopotamia do not move Shyne.

I wonder if he can spell the name of his constituency.

Has anyone manage to Google down any records of Doctor Shyneless graduating from any real

educational institution with real grades? What we can find plenty about is about Nathania and the last day of the last Millennium just outside a night club.

We can also find Shyne being slapped by a man and Shyne involved in GBV against his wife who retraction statement does not delete the records off the web.

Today, there is a stark difference between the transparent planBelize government and a fear-mongering and lying group who are NOT being an Oppo-

sition that can help Belize move forward. They have no alternatives as even slim-win Tracy can be seen heckling her heart out desperate to be leader at the House. Thanks God the PUP of the day can provide its own check and balance like the most recent Social Security Board investment that drew the ire of the planBelize Cabinet. The PUP will make sure that the people’s money works for the people. The UDP hire Imer to overcharge for infrastructure so that he can contribute to the UDPs campaign needs.

Cabinet Brief Belmopan. 28th July 2022 The Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister Hon. John Briceño, met in regular session on 26th June 2022.

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Cabinet was briefed by the Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Health and Wellness on the very serious public concerns raised in respect of the proposed Social Security Board (SSB) loan to Pharmacy Express Limited. Cabinet fully respects the autonomy of the SSB but supports the importance and necessity of ensuring that all relevant information regarding Pharmacy Express Limited is shared with SSB before a final decision is made in respect of the loan. Cabinet understands that SSB funds are the people’s money and should always be subject to the highest levels of care, scrutiny, transparency, and management.

The Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister responsible for Religious Affairs reported to Cabinet about their successful meeting with church leaders during which they discussed the matter of holding a referendum on the legalization of cannabis. After learning of the outcome of the meeting, Cabinet accepted the recommendation to defer the referendum until further notice and to make the necessary amendments to the Cannabis legislation to ensure that the bill will only be enacted into law after the holding of the referendum.

The Minister of Health & Wellness updated Cabinet on several health issues, including the ministry’s level of preparedness for the possibility of detection of the Monkeypox virus in Belize. Already, the virus has been detected in Mexico, the United States, Jamaica, and the Commonwealth of the Bahamas. Additionally, the minister reported on a case of polio detected in the United States and assured Cabinet of efforts to vaccinate children against polio to ensure that Belize returns to 95 percent of children in Belize vaccinated against polio.

Cabinet welcomed the news from the Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise that the shrimp industry is on the rebound.

The minister reported to Cabinet that the current status of the industry, which was decimated by the Early Mortality Syndrome (EMS) disease detected in Belize in 2015, is reviving and has significantly improved prospects for the future. The Ministry of Agriculture projects that this year’s shrimp production could reach as high as 2.5 million pounds at a value of over BZ$12.5 million.

Cabinet was provided with a written update on the status of COVID-19 vaccinations. Currently, there are more than 209,950 vaccines on hand. As of 26th July 2022, 227,767 persons or 52.9 percent had received at least one dose of the vaccine and 218,203 or 50.7 percent have been fully vaccinated. Of the population ages 12 to 17 years, 26,722 have received two doses of the vaccines and of the population five to 11 years, 5,626 or 7.6 percent of have received two doses. To date, 49,921 booster shots have been issued.

Finally, Cabinet wishes all Belizeans a safe and Happy Emancipation Day, which will be celebrated on Monday, 1st August.

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Prime Minister John Briceño National Anti-Money Laundering Committee Event

Keynote Address July 21, 2022 Good evening and thank you for joining us for this evening event. Now, I know this is supposed to be a cocktail and it is the start of the weekend, so I am fully aware that you are more interested in the social part of the program, so, I will do my best not to delay that important function. I join with others before in welcoming you to this official launch of the intensification of preparations for Belize’s 4th round mutual evaluation on money laundering, scheduled for December 2023. We say official launch because preparations were already underway, even before today.

I am sure that Minister Coye mentioned to the members of the National Anti-Money Laundering Committee that this assessment is of high importance to Cabinet. We have seen the effects on national economies when countries are grey or blacklisted by the Financial Action Task Force, supposedly because of what is referred to as ‘strategic deficiencies in their anti-money laundering regimes.’ These countries are dubbed as high-risk for investments, havens for money-launderers, and undeserving of the right to properly participate in the global economy. The situation became even more volatile when the European Union decided that it would create its own blacklist, based on its own criteria.

Today, small countries with limited resources are compelled to maneuver a maze of new (and sometimes conflicting) anti-money laundering directives, much more than ever before. I think we all agree that we must do all we can to combat money laundering and its offenses such as corruption and tax evasion but the process has become so discordant that the solutions bring their own problems and its own prejudices. Less wealthy nations like Belize bear the brunt of this fallout. It is small states like ours that have to deal with the issue of loss of correspondent banking services. The big banks that deal with us are often afraid of the vicious penalties that might be imposed on them for the smallest of infractions. These higher costs and fines are in many instances passed on to customers. The result of all this is that small countries that are trying to survive in the new world order find themselves being labeled and their reputations damaged.

More disturbing is that a subset of society become victim to a kind of financial exclusion, meaning they have no access to bank accounts. This is just wrong. Responsible governments must confront these issues head-on, collectively, and individually. I can attest that during my tenure as chairman of CARICOM, we constantly rallied the developed countries to address these matters to promote real development in the region. Our counterparts in Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the Pacific have signaled the same.

We continue to urge our various ambassadors to be unrelenting in their efforts to keep the dialogue going, hopeful that we can eventually achieve global consensus on a process that is less punitive and more productive. On the other hand, we recognize that financial crimes are crippling to good governance initiatives and destabilize our societies.

My government has committed to reenergizing the Belizean economy, reducing the national debt, and securing the future for our children. This requires hard work and, yes, at times difficult choices. But imagine, after having invested so much, now being at the mercy of those who refuse to play by the rules, whose only aim is to fraudulently compromise what we worked so hard to achieve. For example, when millions were dying during the pandemic the fraudsters were devising new swindles, from COVID benefits to faulty equipment; the hustle included important things like PPEs, retroviral medicines, fake vaccine cards, whatever could be hustled. So, clearly, we must protect both the local and international financial systems to ensure that our investments are not misappropriated.

In 2013, Belize had the unfortunate experience of being blacklisted during the 3rd Round CFATF review. To our credit, there was strong support on both sides of the aisle to remedy the shortcomings. But prevention is better than cure. Consequently, we have committed to doing whatever it takes to put Belize in a position to be successful during the 4th Round mutual evaluation process. Tonight, I want you to keep in mind that we value substance over form. My administration’s vision is not just to get a good assessment in December 2023 when that assessment team visits Belize, but to continuously promote a culture of transparency, diligence, and full compliance with the international standards. We are excited about the transformational opportunities that are within our reach.

Our commitment to higher education, food security, a modern legal framework for local and international securities and other financial markets, improved housing and infrastructure and a vibrant tourism product will all combine to showcase the Jewel that is Belize. We are uniquely juxtaposed to be that bridge between Central America and the Caribbean, promoting new opportunities for unprecedented growth. We are confident that all this can and must occur in a pristine economic environment. Doing business, and doing business responsibly, are not contradictory, but complementary.

Let me then express my gratitude for those cooperating and supporting nations and the international development organizations represented here this evening. Your support is not unnoticed, and we look forward to a continuous good working relationship. Special thanks to Mr. Andrew Dalip and the other presenters this evening. To our other guests, thank you for coming. We hope the atmosphere will be a relaxed one where we can have warm and honest dialogue.

Thank you.

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MINISTER FRANCIS FONSECA Minister of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology Keynote Address at the House of Culture – July 28

Belize National Curriculum Framework 2022

The Vision Statement as set out in the BELIZE EDUCATION SECTOR PLAN 2021-25 states as follows: “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.”

The Ministry of Education is charged with the responsibility of ensuring that all Belizeans are given an opportunity to acquire the knowledge, skills and attitudes required for their own personal development and for full and active participation in the development of our nation.

One of the primary domains under our Belize Education Strategy Plan is Transforming Teaching and Learning and one of the key result areas under this domain is curriculum transformation, ensuring that our teachers are teaching what matters and our students are learning what matters.

As stated in our plan, “Curriculum is the foundation of education. On the surface, it is comprised of a list of topics, objectives and strategies that are used by teachers to deliver content and assist students in developing a prescribed set of skills; on a deeper level, it is society’s way of imparting the knowledge, capacities, beliefs and attitudes that will lead to a desired social and economic state. Therefore, when there is no alignment between the curriculum being delivered and the aspirations of a country, education becomes irrelevant and national development is compromised.

The world changes at a rapid pace and so what we teach and learn and how we teach and learn must constantly evolve. This reality calls for building adaptability, innovation and resilience. Therefore, curriculum, instruction and assessment must go beyond rote memory and general knowledge; they must be designed to promote deep learning, to focus on what students are able to do with the knowledge that they acquire and the extent to which they are able to think critically and to solve problems in a healthy, productive and sustainable manner.

Furthermore, curriculum, instruction and assessment must be aligned to each other, they must integrate technology to increase impact, and they must be relevant to the needs of students and to national development.”

In addition to relevance of the curriculum

and availability of resources, there is the issue of curriculum overload at both the primary and secondary levels of education. Overloading includes having an excessive number of subjects as well as having an excessive number of learning outcomes within subject. The result is diminished returns, possibly evidenced by the poor performance on examinations. The solution is to streamline the curriculum while at the same time ensuring that those learning outcomes that are key to cognitive, emotional, physical and spiritual development are embedded and given adequate attention.

Training of teachers in effective delivery of the curriculum, training of principals in instructional leadership and proper monitoring of curriculum delivery are also lacking. All of these issues must be addressed if students are to have a fair chance of achieving the goals and aspirations that they, their families, communities and the nation have set and are articulated in the national curriculum framework.

So, let me summarise the Ministry of Education’s STRATEGIC RESPONSE: OBJECTIVE: reform the national curriculum so that students are able to gain the knowledge, skills, values and attitudes needed for personal and national development.

EXPECTED OUTCOME: Belizean students will spend their time in school acquiring the knowledge, skills and attitudes that are needed for their personal development and the development of the nation.

KEY CHALLENGES: unclear purpose of education, curriculum overload, misalignment with national goals and priorities, outdated content, reliance on examination syllabi, incoherence between and within levels of education.

STRATEGIC ACTIONS: 1. Develop a National Curriculum Reform Framework based on international standards to guide the development of national curriculum at the pre-primary, primary and secondary levels of education with a focus on student competency.

2. Use the National Curricu-

lum Reform Framework to streamline the curriculum at the primary and secondary levels and to allow for in-depth acquisition of the literacy, numeracy, technological and critical thinking skills needed in the 21st Century.

3. Ensure that subjects which promote physical and mental wellness and sustainable human development, including the expressive arts, physical education, civics, Belizean History, African and Mayan History, gardening, agriculture, environmental education and entrepreneurship, are integrated into the national curriculum at all levels.

4. Develop a National School Portal and learning platform which we call the 501 Academy with quality resources for teachers and students to facilitate online and hybrid learning and appropriate implementation of the national curriculum.

5. Implement a revised and expanded national textbook program at the primary and secondary levels of education with learning resources that are aligned to the national curriculum.

The Ministry of Education recognizes and acknowledges that there are pro’s and con’s, advantages and disadvantages to a more competency-based curriculum framework.

We believe that it is more relevant to our national and economic development needs as a nation.

We believe it is more flexible and produces more confident, motivated students with real world and life experiences.

We believe it encourages critical thinking and a respect for diversity of thought and cultures.

Some argue that traditional competency-based learning does not adequately prepare students for the future and minimizes the opportunity for social learning.

This may have been true of com-

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THE WAY FORWARD: The Ministry of Education fully understands that with great change comes great responsibility. Work must now continue with the development of the subject-specific frameworks leading to the development of a virtual bank of unit plans and assessments that will support the implementation of the new national competency-based curriculum.

The unit plans and assessments will be accessible to principals, teachers, parents and students through the Ministry of Education’s National School Portal at www.501academy. edu.bz.

The 2022-23 school year will serve as a transition pilot year for all pre-schools and primary schools as well as those secondary schools that decide to participate.

By 2023-24 all schools from preschool to secondary should be following the new national curriculum framework.

CONCLUSION: I know that we are asking a lot of our education community, of our students, teachers, administrators, and families, particularly, as we return to the classroom after effectively 2 years of disrupted learning. Developing and implementing a new curriculum framework is not easy. If it were, it would have been done long ago.

There will be some resistance and criticism as there always is with change but I am satisfied based on our widespread, meaningful consultations and my own experience at the helm of the Ministry of Education for some 7 years, that we are doing the right thing in the right way. Our existing curriculum framework is not meeting the needs of national development. It is failing the great majority of our students. We cannot waste another year. We cannot waste another $300M of public funds.

I am calling on all Belizeans to join us in this national effort and cause. Our curriculum must have a SENSE OF PURPOSE and we must have a SENSE OF URGENCY as a nation and people.

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BELIZE OBSERVES ITS 2ND EMANCIPATION DAY HOLIDAY The history books state that between 1662 and 1807, during the Transatlantic Slave Trade, Britain shipped 3.1 million Africans across the Atlantic Ocean. Africans were forcibly displaced, brought to British-owned colonies in the Caribbean, and sold as slaves to work on plantations. The first record of slaves arriving in Belize dates back to 1724. Over 20 million African men, women, and children were forced from their homelands on ships and brought to this region to work as slaves.

But the slaves mounted countless revolts during the 18th and 19th centuries. They burned the plantations, abandoned their duties, and carried out violent uprisings against slave masters.

There were also anti-slavery groups emerging in Britain, which condemned the poor living and working conditions of the slaves. Coupled with these were the growing abolition movement and the unwavering opposition voices who had economic interests in the Caribbean.

The sustained resistance prompted the British Parliament to pass the Slavery Abolition Act in 1833. This meant that children under the age of six were free. The purchase and sale of African slaves by the British officially ended in 1807, but that did not end slavery itself.

It was not until August 1, 1834 - one year after legislation was passed - that slavery ended in the British Caribbean.

But slave masters still found a way to

delay the freedom of blacks. They forced the slaves into a period of apprenticeship, from 1833-1838 to allow them time to seek monetary compensation for the loss of their investments in the slave trade.

Because the freed slaves had no land or businesses, the majority of them sought employment from their former masters at low wages. They also had little to no representation in the legislature.

In 1985, August 1, Emancipation Day was declared a national holiday in the English-speaking Caribbean, but territories began to observe the day at different intervals. The observance of this holiday in Belize reportedly started in the 1800s, but it flopped because the organizers never gained the support to enact it as law at the time.

The day was not recognized officially until the People's United Party took office and on January 8, 2021, two months after taking office, passed legislation during a Special Sitting of the House, making it a holiday. The proposal as per planBelize was made by the Minister responsible for public and bank holidays, Hon. Kareem Musa, for the installation of two holidays: George Price Day and Emancipation Day. In August of the same year, the day was observed as a public and bank holiday in Belize.

Belize’s Minister of Education, Culture, Science, and Technology, Hon. Francis Fonseca has also gone on record to denounce slavery and what it stood for. He has described slavery as "the evilest chapter in all

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human history."

This year, the Government of Belize has put out a calendar of events in observance of the day. These include: a documentary on the Heritage of Slavery and Emancipation in Belize, on July 28th at the National Institute of Culture and History as well as libations at libraries in Belize city and Belmopan on July 29th. On July the 31st there will be and Eve of Emancipation Church Service at the Queen Street Baptist Church in Belize City, and on August 1st, the Council of Churches will toll church bells across the country. On that

same day the Institute of Archaeology will hold a virtual program on Facebook titled Emancipation: Evidence of Resistance. The Museum of Belize will also have all-day educational emancipation video programs on Facebook. The highlight of this day will be the Emancipation Day ceremony at the Yarborough Green held by the National Institute of Culture and History and the Belize Kriol Council.

That will be followed by Creole food sale and an Eboe Town Festival and football tournament by the Council.

Happy Emancipation Day, Belize!

tic destinations and experiencing the magic of getting married in Belize.

A host of luxur y Belizean resorts and event planners have come together to exhibit the abundance of inspiring locales and first-class ser vices for anyone planning a wedding or honeymoon.

Set up to look and feel like a real wedding, couples are able to truly imagine how special their wedding experience in Belize can be, as well as enter for giveaways like a vacation in Belize.

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India Gifts 10k Doses of AstraZeneca Vaccines July 27, 2022 - The Ministry of Health & Wellness and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are pleased to announce that AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccines will now be available at vaccination sites countrywide thanks to a donation of 10,000 doses of the AstraZeneca vaccine by the Government of India to Belize.

The Government of Belize extends its gratitude to the people and Government of India for the invaluable donation of vaccines, which will help to protect our population against COVID-19. This is the second direct donation of vaccines

that India has so generously provided to Belize.

The public is reminded that an unvaccinated person is 24 times more likely to suffer from severe illness and die due to COVID-19 when compared with vaccinated individuals. The Ministry of Health & Wellness, therefore, continues to remind persons, especially the vulnerable population such as the elderly, pregnant women and persons with underlying medical conditions, to protect themselves by getting vaccinated; continue to utilize a well-fitted face mask, especially in crowded indoor and outdoor areas; and practice regular hand

31 JUL

2022 LIQUOR LICENSE NOTICES

Notice is hereby given that Marleny Copo is applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “MC Restaurant” located in Trial Farm Village, Orange Walk District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

washing and sanitizing, and social distancing.

PlanBelize had as one of its main goals the defeating of Covid-19 and the PUP government is not letting up. As infections go down once more, our population needs to be aware that Covid-19 is still in pandemic mode and that mutations cannot be trusted. Let us do our part in getting vaccinated if we are not and getting a booster if you are due.

Notice is hereby given that Nailea Lima is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Nai's Mini Shop” located in Trial Farm Village, Orange Walk District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Estevan & Minelva Hernandez are applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “Ocean's Prime” located on Trinidad Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

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LIQUOR LICENSE NOTICE:

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UDP TALKS! PUP WORKS

Notice is hereby given that Andre Pitts is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Brain Freeze Mobile” located on Marine Parade, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Errol Leslie is applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “The Barracks Chill Spot” located at # 84 Barracks Road, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Weichi Yan & Jiajie Ruan are applying for a Restauarnt Liquor License to be operated at “D&K Signature Restaurant” located at # 2 Dolphin Drive, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Byron Adolphus is applying for a Restauarnt Liquor License to be operated at “Byron Restaurant & Bar” located in Crooked Tree Village, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Yuan Quing Situ is applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “Atlantic Restaurant” located at Miles 3 Philip Goldson Highway, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Tie Jian Tan is applying for a Shop Liquor License to be operated at “Guan Fa Shop” located at # 2956 Albert Hoy Avenue, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Liyan Jiang is applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “Wa Ha Ha” located on 2nd Avenue, Buttonwood Bay, Belize City, Belize District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Santiago Campos is applying for a Malt & Cider Liquor License to be operated at “Di Beer Shop” located at # 39 Fonseca Street, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Abner Urbina is applying for a Restaurant Liquor License to be operated at “Palm Island Bar & Grill” located in San Jose Palmer, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Wifredo A. Magana is applying for a Beer Liquor License to be operated at “Alfonso's Wholesale Store” located in Progresso Village, Orange Walk District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

Notice is hereby given that Haresh Vaswani is applying for a Publican Special Liquor License to be operated at “Chill Out Restaurant & Bar” located at # 50 Queen Victoria Avenue, Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District under the Intoxicating Liquor License Ordinance Revised Edition 1980.

NEW HAULOVER BRIDGE UNDER CONSTRUCTION NOW

BERGER FIELD FACILITIES UNDER CONSTRUCTION

ECONOMIST III The Central Bank invites qualified individuals to join its Research Department.

The Central Bank of Belize seeks to fill two vacant posts of Economist III within its Research Department. The successful candidates will be required to conduct research, forecast key economic variables, analyse economic information about Belize’s economy, prepare policy documents, and contribute to educational activities as the Central Bank requires. The incumbents will also:

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Collect, analyse, and verify economic data from primary and secondary sources and monitor the performance of various economic sectors, including the real, monetary, fiscal, and external sectors of the economy;

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Provide specialist advice based on applications of economic theory and knowledge;

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Conduct research, produce research papers, and provide recommendations on economic challenges and issues;

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Keep abreast of economic developments and trends;

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Represent the Central Bank at domestic or international forums; and

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Perform other assigned duties.

The applicant should possess the following: Education and Experience

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A Master’s Degree in Economics or Finance from a recognised university is preferred. Relevant experience would be an asset; or

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A Bachelor’s Degree in Economics or Finance from a recognised university. Relevant experience would be an asset.

Technical Knowledge ▪ Knowledge of the Central Bank Act and the Domestic Banks and Financial Institutions Act; knowledge of all sectors of the economy and their interlinkage; strong understanding of economic principles and theory; strong mathematical and numeracy skills; proficient in the use of software applications and statistical packages, such as EViews, STATA, and SPSS; strong ability to apply theoretical and empirical economic analysis to develop policy recommendations.

Competencies ▪ Communication Skills; Interpersonal Skills; Results Orientation; Flexibility/Adaptability; Teamwork and Cooperation; Initiative and Drive; Diagnostic Information Gathering; Analytical Thinking.

Submit the following documents by Wednesday, 3 August 2022:

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Central Bank Employment Application Form (available online) Curriculum Vitae Three (3) references (one must be from previous employer) Copies of university transcripts, degrees, and any other personal certificates Applications should be addressed to: Manager, Human Resources Department Central Bank of Belize P O Box 852 or Gabourel Lane Belize City, BELIZE Ref: Economist III - Research Department Email: hr@centralbank.org.bz or online at www.centralbank.org.bz (All applications will be held in strict confidence.)

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FIRST EVER: Belize International Music and Food Festival July 30-31, 2022 - This weekend Belize and our visitors to the island of Ambergris Caye in San Pedro Town will Savour the Rhythm at the Belize International Music and Food Festival! Gates will be open at 5 pm with headlining performances on stage as early as 7 pm for the epic two-day music and food festival. Get ready to have a SPECTACULAR festival weekend.

DAY 1 July 30th, 2022, at the Saca Chispas Field in San Pedro will feature the Grammy award-winning performing artist KOFFEE‼️ The all-star artist lineup for day one will also feature Timaya, Demarco, Barrington Levy, Stig Di Artist, J.Cas, Papa John, King Rome, Denise Castillo, Brithney Starr, Yas Thalia, Don Doe, Dajah, and Den Z. Alongside celebrated DJs to include Supa Twitch, Fyah Statah Sound, DJ Smallz, DJ Dev, DJ Fingaz, Young Generals, Tagg International, and Evolution Sound.

DAY 2 July 31st, 2022, at the Saca Chispas Field in San Pedro, with headlining act by the dynamic PATRICE ROBERTS‼ The all-star artist lineup for day two will also feature Ricardo Drue, Teddyson John, International Stephen, Farmer Nappy, Lil Natty & Thunda, Sonora Dinamita, Supa G, TR Shine, Ernestine Carballo, Flako Leslie, C-Wills, and TLC Band.

There'll be a host of DJs, including DJ Stephen, Prince Kevin & Max, No Fear DJs, DJ Super Mario, DJ Khris, DJ Debbie, DJ Calle, DJ Dev, DJ Smallz, and Tagg International!

Everyone will experience BTB and planBelize at its finest.

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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 Computer Programmer in the Information Technology & Cybersecurity Department of our Finance & Operations Support Division at our Corporate Headquarters in Belize City.

Duties: • Develop, document, and maintain software systems for use at BEL. Development will entail the building of software systems based on the analysis and design done by the Programmer Analysts or designated person such a as vendor or contractor.

• Develop and document reports from any or all of the Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS) in use at BEL using any or all of the available tools.

• Perform Information Technology (IT) support services for the various information systems to end-users. This includes liaising with software vendors to report and resolve software issues.

• Provide installation and maintenance support for meter reading equipment and application.

• Provide training necessary for users in operating applications or systems implemented.

• Provide support to BEL users concerning the operation and/or problem solving of any application or systems implemented.

• Assist the department in the planning and directions for improvement of our services and perform related duties as may be assigned.

• Exercise all reasonable skill, care, and diligence in the performance of duties, and carry out all responsibilities in accordance with recognized professional standards and BEL policies.

• Perform other tasks and duties that may be assigned to ensure the efficiency of the Information Technology and Cybersecurity Department. These other tasks will be compatible with the skills and functions of an IT professional.

• Discharge duties in a fashion that aligns responsibilities with the corporate goals of the Company and the department.

• Participate in both in-house and approved external training courses.

Education and Experience: • Associate Degree in Computer Science or related field with two years’ working experience in the field of software development; OR • Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or related field Required Skills and Abilities: Requi • Knowledge of at least two programming languages • Knowledge of object-oriented design concepts • Knowledge of source code management in a team environment • Knowledge of Microsoft Structured Query Language (SQL) Server 2012 or higher Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), its data access tools, and Transact-SQL • Knowledge of the NET Framework and its associated software development tools is an asset • Proven analytical and problem solving abilities with keen attention to detail • Ability to prioritize, think critically, execute tasks and meet deadlines in a high-pressured environment • Highly self motivated with ongoing interest in keeping up to date with changes in emerging technology • Ability to conduct research into existing and emerging technologies and solutions and make sound recommendations as required • Strong orientation in Customer Service Experience working in a team oriented and collaborative environment Salary: in accordance with Company’s salary structure.

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

For more information or queries, 227-0954 Ext. 2901 or 1415 Deadline: Friday, August 12, 2022

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2022 Detection of VaccineDerived Poliovirus Type 2 in the United States and Implications for Belize Belmopan, July 22, 2022.

6:30 p.m.

On July 21, 2022, as a result of surveillance conducted in the United States of America, the New York State Department of Health reported the identification of a case of paralytic poliomyelitis in an unvaccinated individual in Rockland County, a vaccine-derived poliovirus type 2 (VDPV2).

Polio is a disease of the central nervous system caused by three closely related polioviruses - types 1, 2 and 3 - and can cause paralytic poliomyelitis. It can sometimes spread in airborne droplets through close contact with infected persons (sneezing or coughing) or through exposure to throat and nose secretions.

In 1994, the Americas became the first region in the world to be certified polio-free by the World Health Organization. The early detection of cases through the surveillance of acute flaccid paralysis in children under 15 years of age and maintaining high polio vaccination coverage is key to this achievement. No cases of wild poliovirus have been detected in the countries and territories of the Region of the Americas in over 30 years.

In Belize, the last case of polio was diagnosed in 1981. Belize has managed to achieve and maintain over 95.0 % of anti-polio vaccination coverage except for the last two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic where the coverage has decreased to 78.8% in 2020 and 83.4 % in 2021.

Unvaccinated persons may acquire the infection when in contact with the virus. It is spread seven to 10 days before and after experiencing signs and symptoms of the disease, which include fever, diarrhea, sore throat, upset stomach, headache, pain or stiffness in the neck, back and legs. There is no treatment for the disease. Immunization is the only protection against polio infection.

The public is advised to review the children's immunization status and if not fully vaccinated, vaccines are available at health facilities and during mobile clinics. Detection and reporting of cases of any acute flaccid paralysis in children under 15 years of age to the health authorities are of utmost importance for early investigation and detection of cases.

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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 highly motivated, goal oriented, responsible and committed persons to join our Company in the role of Administrative Assistant III in the Executive Services Department of our Employee & Corporate Services Division at our Corporate Headquarters in Belize City.

Duties: • Receive, screen and positively respond to incoming calls professionally and courteously.

• Provide written and verbal responses to queries and correspondences in a timely and efficient manner.

• Set up appointments and calendars manually and electronically for meeting under the department’s responsibility.

• Prepare meeting rooms with visual aids, materials, and snacks.

• Organize documents electronically for easy retrieval.

• Receive and dispatch department correspondences in an efficient, timely, and accurate manner • Verify and process all payments in relation to goods and services received by the department and prepare requisitions electronically as required.

• Manage inventory of all department supplies including stationeries, employee services facilities, corporate tokens, etc.

• Prepare minutes and reports of meetings in a timely and accurate manner, as required.

• Provide logistical support for Board of Directors, Statutory and other department meetings, as required.

• Prepare periodic reports as required.

• Update Company database as required.

• File, update and maintain the department’s general filing systems in accordance with the Records Retention & Disposition Policy.

• Assist with other administrative support duties as the need arises, throughout the organization.

• Provide backup support for Administrative Assistants throughout the organization.

• Assist with the implementation and maintenance of the Company’s Records Management Program.

Education and Experience: • Associate Degree in Business Administration or English or Secretarial Studies or equivalent program with five years’ working experience in the administrative field; OR • Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or English or Secretarial Studies or equivalent program with three years’ working experience in the administrative field • Experience working with a law firm as a paralegal or legal secretary will be considered an asset • Experience working with Microsoft Excel at an intermediate level with strong analytical skills will be considered an asset Required Skills and Abilities: • Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with good attention to detail • Excellent communication skills both written and oral • Proficient in English Grammar • Excellent problem-solving skills • Ability to work efficiently to meet deadlines • Ambitious with a strong desire for continuous learning • Action and results oriented with excellent collaborative skills for pursuing shared goals • Customer oriented with the ability to deal with internal and external customers professionally • Working knowledge of the Windows Environment • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications such as Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Salary: in accordance with Company’s salary structure.

Submit application letter along with resume, copy of degrees and certificates and two recent professional letters of recommendation via email to: Manager, Talent Acquisition & Development Email: career.opportunity@bel.com.bz In the email subject, please indicate the position: Administrative Assistant III Only electronic applications are being accepted at this time.

For more information or queries, 227-0954 Ext. 2901 or 1415 Deadline: Friday, August 12, 2022

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2022

ALL Over Belize Min. Jose Mai, Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise

Min. Rodwell Ferguson, Youth, Sports and Transport

Hosting the 1st CODICADER Physical Education Congress Sayab Farming Cooperative

Min. Andre Peres, Blue Economy and Civil Aviation

Investing in the Protected Areas Conservation Trust

Hon. Marconi Leal, BRC with Min. Anthony Mahler and BTB

Paving the parking lot at Altun Ha, Rockstone Pond

Hon. Ramon ‘Monchi’ Cervantes, OW North

Representing Belize as a Parliamentarian in Puerto Rico

SUMMER CAMPS Hon. Fonseca, Freetown and Hon. Usher, Fort George

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THE TRUTH ON

planBelize 2022 FUEL Stabilization and Subsidies

PM Briceño’s Administration is supporting our critical economic sectors during this global fuel crisis. They are making decisions which will have positive impact and support for economic recovery. This will keep Belizeans in jobs.

• About 5000 sugar cane farmers and citrus farmers are included in the productive sector fuel subsidies from the Government to lower this critical input cost.

• $1.6 million Fuel Subsidy Program for the benefit of 93 bus operators and 70 thousand commuters.

• 185 tour and tender operators, mostly micro, small and medium-sized enterprises benefit from tourism fuel subsidies.

• 80% of our transportation sector - public and private - use diesel and regular fuel/ gas.

• At least, $9Million of Government revenues foregone with the drastic reduction of fuel excise tax on diesel and regular fuel.

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Wax processing and stamping training organized by Resilient Rural Belize and facilitated by Extension Officers Miguel Huertas and Federico Chi of the Orange Walk Agric Station and Resilient Rural Belize Extension Officer

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2022

Cornelio Tzib.

This was held at San Felipe Maya Golden Honey Group and local beekeepers on 26 and 27 July. The aim is for the beekeepers to reuse the beeswax after honey harvest and produce their own wax sheets, reducing cost of production.

Agricultural-based entrepreneurship at its best.

ASSISTANT MANAGER, TALENT ACQUISITION & PLANNING

The Central Bank of Belize invites qualified individuals to join its Human Resources Department.

The Assistant Manager, Talent Acquisition & Planning assist in directing and maintaining the policies, plans, people, processes, and other resources required to administer and enable Central Bank’s human resources to execute the Bank’s strategy and fulfil its mandate.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

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Assist in developing manpower plans to acquire and develop the required competencies in recognition of the local, regional, and international labour markets, and Central Bank’s circumstances; Provide support in maintaining and enhancing Central Bank’s organizational design to optimize the Central Bank’s business performance; Create strategies to attract, engage, and onboard top talent; Lead job analysis initiatives and job descriptions and specifications review and make recommendations for changes as required; Assist with the management of the recruitment process; Administer performance management, competency development and career development processes to optimize personal and business productivity; Assist with the negotiation process of collective bargaining proposals, analyses the impact of the demands on the Central Bank and prepares final collective agreements; Provide assistance to the Manager, Human Resources in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Department; and Perform any other related duties assigned from time to time.

The applicants should possess the following:

Belize Rural Softball IS BACK For Hon. Marconi Leal, it was an honor to have been able to organize last Sunday’s marathon which saw the participation of 7 teams from our BRN. The marathon ends this coming Sunday, 31st July in Gardenia starting at 11 a.m.

1st place takes home $500 & 2nd place $250 Come out and support your favorite team during the Gardenia Sunday Funday event. Look out for the results next week in this paper.

Meanwhile you can go out and support softball in the Belize river valley.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE ▪ A Master’s Degree in Management Studies, Human Resources Management, and/or Business Administration, or other related field from a recognized university with three (3) years of progressively related administrative duties and training, and three (3) years managerial experience. Experience in strategic management and project management methodologies would be an asset; or

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A Bachelor’s Degree in Management Studies, Human Resources Management, and/or Business Administration, or other related field from a recognized university with six (6) years of progressively related administrative duties and training, and six (6) years managerial experience. Experience in strategic management and project management methodologies would be an asset.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE ▪ In-depth knowledge of Labour Laws of Belize, Belize Social Security Act, and HR principles and operations; sound knowledge of talent acquisition and planning strategies; sound knowledge of industrial relations theories and practices; sound knowledge of performance management theories and practices; knowledge of human resources information systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

COMPETENCIES

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Personal Credibility, Flexibility, Personal Accountability, Fostering Teamwork, Managing Performance, Attention to Communication, Results Orientation, Managing Change, Strategic Thinking, Thoroughness, Initiative, Analytical Thinking.

Submit the following documents by Wednesday, 3 August 2022:

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CBB Employment Application Form (Available online) Curriculum Vitae Three (3) current references (one must be from a previous employer) Certified copies of university transcripts, degrees, and any other specialized training or certifications Applications should be addressed to: Manager, Human Resources Department Central Bank of Belize P O Box 852 or Gabourel Lane Belize City, BELIZE

Ref: Assistant Manager, Talent Acquisition & Planning- Human Resources Department Email: hr@centralbank.org.bz or online at www.centralbank.org.bz (All applications will be held in strict confidence.)

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Member of Parliament participates in extraordinary meeting of FOPREL in San Juan, Puerto Rico Honourable Ramon Cervantes, Minister of State in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, and Immigration is attending the 27th Extraordinary Meeting of the Forum of Speakers and Presidents of the Parliaments of Central America, the Caribbean Basin and Mexico (FOPREL) in San Juan, Puerto Rico, on 24th and 25th July 202. 2.

The official opening of the 27th Extraordinary Meeting of FOPREL, which is being held on the occasion of commemorating the 7Qth anniversary of the constitution of Puerto Rico and the opening of the first sub-headquarters of FOPREL, started on Sunday,24th July. Speakers, Presidents, and Members of Parliament discussed the role of parliaments in the implementation of the ''Collaborative Migration Management Strategy''; the perspective of collaboration of the parliaments of Central America, the Caribbean basin and Mexico in the areas of economic and social development; and the impact of climate factors, inequalities, political and technical, on food insecurity in the member countries of FOPREL. The meeting concludes with the signing of an Agreement on the sub-headquarters of FOPREL between the House of Representatives of Puerto Rico and FOPREL; and the Resolution on the accounting of the impacts of the crisis of the Food Systems arising from various conflicts.

Belize Parliament is a member of FOPREL, which is a regional organization that is led by the heads of the legislative powers and congresses of member parliaments in Central America, the Caribbean basin and Mexico. IIt’s mission is to be a space for political dialogue, a forum to promote interparliamentary diplomacy and exchanges for the sharing of information and best practices and a link between the legislative, executive, judicial, civil society, and multilateral bodies.

The meeting and travel expenses were made possible through the support of the parliament in Puerto Rico and FOPREL. Honourable Cervantes returned on 26th July, 2022.

MINISTRY OF INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING

PROCUREMENT NOTICE Construction of One (1) Bedroom Modular Homes The Government of Belize (GOBZ), through the Ministry of Infrastructure Development and Housing (MIDH), wishes to invite interested bidders to tender for the construction of one (1) bedroom modular homes in the Corozal, Orange Walk, Belize, Cayo, Stann Creek and Toledo Districts.

The requirements for this bidding process are as follows: (a) Bidders shall be registered with the MIDH. (b) Bidders shall demonstrate, by providing documentary evidence, having experience as a contractor or sub-contractor on any type of construction project over the period January 2020 to July 2022. (c) Bidders shall demonstrate, by providing documentary evidence, having satisfactorily and substantially completed a minimum of three (3) residential construction contracts during the period January 2017 to July 2022 with the following details: i. having a minimum contract value of BZ$45,000.00; ii. having a minimum residential space of 400 square feet; and iii. having completed the construction contract within a maximum timeframe of three (3) months. (d) Bidders shall demonstrate, by providing documentary evidence, having access to the following equipment: i. One (1) 3/4-horsepower concrete vibrator; (e) Bidders shall present a work plan for the contract.

Bidding documents can be obtained by request at the address below, starting Tuesday, August 2, 2022, on weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. When making requests for bidding documents, bidders shall clearly indicate which of the following location packages are required: 1.

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Belmopan, Cayo District Belize City, Belize District Corozal Town, Corozal District Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District Dangriga Town, Stann Creek District Punta Gorda Town, Toledo District

Submissions of bidding documents shall be in English and shall be received in sealed envelopes, clearly marked “Tender - Construction of One (1) Bedroom Modular Home, (Insert Location), District”.

Bidding documents shall be delivered by hand to the address below not later than Wednesday, August 17, 2022, at 10:00 a.m.

The MIDH reserves the right to accept or reject late bids or to cancel the bidding process partially or in its entirety. The MIDH will not defray costs incurred by bidders in the preparation and submission of the bidding documents.

Further details about the bidding process can be obtained by contacting: 1. Attention: Mr. Evondale Moody Engineering Coordinator Project Execution Unit

Ministry of Infrastructure Development & Housing Power Lane Belmopan

Cayo District Belize, C. A Tel:

+501-828-5220

cc:

colin.escalante@midh.gov.bz

Email: peu@midh.gov.bz

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By Hon. Gilroy Usher, Port Loyola “Surround yourself with people, who have dreams, desire, and ambition. They’ll help you push for and realize your own” – Anonymous On Friday July 22, 2022, as the Area Representative for Port Loyola and Minister of State for Youth Sports, and Transport, I was humbled by the opportunity to be the Guest Speaker for a historic, motivational, and uplifting Spelling B at the Jane Usher basketball court in the division specifically for students of the area.

The event was organized by the Port Alternative to Violence Project Innovators (Port AVP Innovators) and is an initiative of the Department of Youth Services (DYS) which is under the Ministry of Youth, Sports, and Transport. President of

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Port AVP Innovators is Mrs. Natalie Augustine an employee of the Department of Youth Services.

There were two categories for the Spelling B. Group I for primary school students ages 8 -11 and Group II for high school students ages 12- 16.

Participants in Group I were from St. John’s Vianney, Holy Redeemer, Bernice Yorke, Queen Square, Wesley, and the Muslim Primary Schools.

Group II had participants from Excelsior, Maud Williams, Gwen Lizarraga, Pallotti, Nazarene, Edward P. Yorke, and Wesley High Schools.

First, second, and third place winners at the primary school level were Kimora Middleton from Wesley Primary School, Rhea Pitts from Bernice Yorke, and Tyrone Blades, Jr. from Holy Redeemer Primary School respectively.

First, second, and third place winners for the high school category were Kyle Ventura from Nazarene High School, Fredrick Apolonio from Excelsior High School, and Jeniyah Welch from Edward P. Yorke respectively.

All of the students who participated in the Spelling B received Back to School packages. There were also special prizes for the first, second place, and third place winners in

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each of the two categories.

The Spelling B for Port Loyola was possible as a result of the kind sponsorship of the Department of Youth Services, myself Area Representative for the division, Heritage Bank, the National Library Service and Information System, the National Committee for Families & Children, the Ministry of Home Affairs and New Growth Industries, and Aquatics Premium Water & Ice Co. among others.

Spelling B’s are a very important tool in teaching the youths, the future leaders of the country, to be law-abiding and productive Belizeans. Spelling B’s encourage students to study hard to receive the best possi-

ble education. This puts them in a better position to uplift themselves and to achieve their dreams in life.

Port AVP Innovators was started April 27, 2022. Its mandate is to provide opportunities, activities, and workshops within the community to discourage families from crime and violence. Plans are already underway to organize another activity in the area. Congratulations to all the winners, and sincere thanks to the Department of Youth Services, residents of Port Loyola, parents, students, learning institutions, sponsors, police, special guests, and all others, who assisted in any way to make the Spelling B a tremendous success.

NOTICE Notice is hereby given that the Companies listed below have been dissolved and duly struck off the IBC Register as follows: NAME OF COMPANY DOBROYD REAL ESTATE INC. COLENZA FINANCE LTD. EMBALL INDUSTRIES LIMITED.

Date of Dissolution 23rd June, 2022 24th June, 2022 30th June, 2022

Morgan & Morgan Trust Corporation Belize Ltd.

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THINK ABOUT IT THE CONSTITUTIONAL COMMISSION History in the making. That is what it is.

The new government has proceeded with its campaign promise to set in motion a Commission to revise the Constitution of the nation.

This is being done by two historic actions. A law to give legislative authority to the composition and terms of reference to a representative group of citizens and the actual appointment of the Commission.

There is a Draft bill, already tabled in the National Assembly and already submitted to the Parliamentary Committee which has held its first public hearing this Monday.

The Prime Minister has already appointed the Chairman to head the Commission. He is Anthony Chanona, an impressive and solid citizen and businessman who was also the best Mayor of the nation’s capital. He is not a lawyer but certainly has the intellectual acumen to appreciate what amending or inserting new provisions in a constitution entails.

The People’s Constitutional Commission as the new law is named says, it is an Act to provide for the establishment of a People’s Constitutional Commission to draft and guide the process of promulgating a new Constitution for Belize or amendments to the Belize Constitution; “The functions of the commission shall be to—” (a) conduct a comprehensive review of the Belize Constitution and (b) prepare and submit to the Prime Minister, a final report on its findings of the review.

The law also provides a long list of democratic, constitutional and legal principles as well as established policies and accepted issues that must be taken into account as the Commission goes about performing its tasks.

The relatively short law also includes a Schedule which lists some 21 organizations and groups which are to nominate representatives to be members of the Commission. These include political parties, media, churches, trade unions, professions like the lawyers’ association, NGO’s, universities of Belize, Chamber of Commerce, business bureau, medical associations, Village Council Association, Women’s Commission, the Maya and Garinagu Councils and the LGBTQI+.

We feel the final draft will include a few other organizations including some representative group for the Creole population.

Leading up to our Independence in 1981, there was a group which travelled the country to get inputs into the proposed new constitution. Government representatives also travelled to Britain to participate in a Constitutional conference with British attorneys and officials.

The result, one of the best constitutional documents in the English-speaking Caribbean. Belize’s Constitution benefited from the previous Constitutions of Jamaica, Trinidad and Guyana and several African countries which became independent in the early 1960’s. Their experiences in working their Constitutions were fine-tuned into ours.

The writer who is contributing this column studied Constitutional Law at 3rd year at the University of the West Indies. So did three or four other lawyers, including Anthony Sylvestre and possibly Leeroy Banner. Constitutional law is a profound and complex area of law. It encompasses the functions of government officials and institutions as well as government Ministers, public officers and administrative functions. All of whom are restrained and subjected to a unique law – the Constitution – which is the Supreme Law and authority in our nation.

The Prime Minister of Belize, his Cabinet and the Minister for the Constitutional Reform portfolio deserve major commendations for taking the bold and historic steps to establish a Commission to see how and in what ways we can improve our present Constitution.

The road ahead won’t be easy, but it is one which must be travelled.

Respect, Minister Henry Charles.

ROGUE MAGISTRATE? As we go to press a disturbing report has come to our attention.

It is that a Magistrate in one of the districts is accused of behaving maliciously and unprofessionally. That Magistrate is already the subject of several complaints. According to the information, she has instructed the police that whenever they arrest and charge anyone, they are not to bring that person to her court until after a period of 24 or 48 hours. This means persons in police custody are forced to spend and additional day or two days in police cells before they can reach court.

Another complaint is that she, arbitrarily and based on her mood, she will transfer persons and their case to another court.

The report reaching us is that on Wednesday evening, the Magistrate deliberately prevented the court staff from processing bail for two persons.

There was no reason to have done so because although it was ten minutes after five o’clock, the court staff were quite agreeable to process bail.

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Processing a bail takes no more than five minutes to put the name of the accused on the bail form, the name of the surety, the amount of the bail, the adjourned date and any conditions of the bail and have the two persons sign the form. The court staff were already processing the bail form when the Magistrate left her court and office to go into the staff office and instructed them not to process the bail.

The two persons and their surety and their lawyers were present. The Magistrate did not even have the manners or courtesy to inform them of her unwarranted and unnecessary interference in processing a document.

Any other Magistrate would have inquired if everything was going okay and that it was a good staff that was working a few minutes after five o’clock.

What the Magistrate did means that the persons would have to remain in police custody until the following day. This is cruel and unbecoming of a person holding such a high office as a Magistrate. It was a cold and compassionless action. It was totally uncalled for and such a person in our view is unworthy to sit in judgement of the citizens of Belize.

We understand a formal complaint will be made to the Chief Justice and Chief Magistrate, and copied to the Attorney General and the Bar Association.

CREOLES ARE NOT AFRICANS The Creole ethnic group in Belize are indigenous to the country.

This is because they are descended from a mixture of African slaves and British slave masters. Some of the history books that cover the period of slavery in Belize from 1724 to 1838, used such terms as free coloured, free blacks. This term covered a range of persons born in the territory of Belize in those days.

In the first instance, this was between mostly white British men and black African women slaves. The children arising from this situation multiplied and married among themselves and this accounted for the large population in the small settlement at the mouth of the river which grew into a small territory, became a colonial country under British rule and finally became an independent nation in 1981.

To repeat ourselves, Creoles are indigenous to the nation of Belize. They did not come here. They strung up out of the mixture of slave masters and slaves and thereafter. Unlike Mayas, who are of brown complexion (there are no white Mayas and there are no black Mayas). The Garinagu are primarily dark skinned and black skinned Belizeans.

The Creoles, and this is the beauty of the Creoles, is that their skin colour ranges from almost clear to brown to dark brown to light black, blacker and blackest. The Creoles are a dynamic, awesome, ethnic group. They are leaderless and are not united. They are like the roots, trunk and leaves of a coconut tree (strong and awesome). They are like the mangrove, woven and interwoven with themselves and other mangrove trees (strong and resilient). God put them on this part of the Earth for some special, as yet unknown reason.

So, Creoles are their own unique, special selves. They carry the blood and the DNA of mama Africa, but they are not Africans. In the same way they carry the blood and DNA of the British, but they are not Europeans. They are Creoles. It is time for them to take pride in themselves as a group and as the contributors to the rise of the nation state of Belize.

On the 1st August, 1838, African slaves were freed from slavery by a law passed in the British Parliament. It applied to slaves all over the English-speaking Caribbean. One of the greatness of the man we now call the “Father of our Nation” is that he insisted that all of us, whatever our ethnicity, our colour, our race and our creed that we were all one people.

On Monday, 1st August, 2022, all the peoples of Belize will have a national holiday along with the over 100,000 Creoles in the country because the government, for the first time in our history, passed a law to make the emancipation of slaves a worthwhile national holiday.

AND WHAT ABOUT LORD RHABURN? Belize’s greatest songwriter, talented singer and performer and the king of Calypso music in the whole north and south and central America is right here with us in Belize City.

Lord Rhaburn is not just an outstanding artist and performer. He is the greatest of them all. No other artist has ever produced the fantastic collection of songs that has endeared the hearts of Belizeans from the 1960s to the 2020s.

Thank you, Lord Rhaburn. Thank you for all that you have done and all the sacrifices you and your family made and for all the hundreds and perhaps thousands of performances over the years here in Belize and to Belizeans in the diaspora.

We would want to see, and if God is willing, that we set aside an event in the Independence Day program to honour you while yet you are here with us.

Big respect to the Mighty Lord Rhaburn.

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Ministry of Blue Economy Hosts First Gender in Fisheries and Coastal Zone Consultation

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NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the company JCS HOLDING INVESTMENTS CORP. (“the Company”) incorporated under the IBC Act of Belize commenced dissolution on the 14th day of July, 2022; and Mr. Maximiliano Guaglianone Clavijo of Ruta 8 KM 17,500, Beta 3 Building Office 104, Zonamerica, Montevideo, Uruguay is the Liquidator of the Company, and any claims against the company should be forwarded to the Liquidator within 30 days from commencement.

GCC Corporate Consultants Group Limited Registered Agent

July 22, 2022 - The Government of Belize, in collaboration with the Ministry of Blue Economy and Civil Aviation (MBECA), the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) Representative for Jamaica, the Bahamas and Belize, and Belize’s National Designated Authority to the Green Climate Fund (GCF), today hosted the first Gender in Fisheries and Coastal Zone Consultation at the Best Western Plus Belize Biltmore Plaza in Belize City.

The consultation is a deliverable of the GCF readiness project entitled, “Enhancing adaptation planning and increasing climate resilience in the coastal zone and fisheries sector of Belize.”

The agenda includes an overview of the following:

1.) Belize National Climate Change Gender Action Plan 2022-2027; 2.) The National Gender Policy and Action Plan; and 3.) A gender analysis, strategy and action plan on gender mainstreaming in fisheries member states for the Caribbean Regional Fisheries Mechanism.

This will assist the Coastal Zone and Fisheries Sector Gender Strategy development by analyzing Belize’s fisheries sector from a gender perspective and identifying Belize’s key gender responsive climate actions, performance indicators, targets and developmental impacts for the coastal zone and fisheries sector.

The workshop will bring together key stakeholders, experts and policymakers from the coastal zone and fisheries sectors.

Belizean Foresters Remembered in Scotland Belmopan. July 27, 2022.

During the Second World War, some 900 men from Belize (then British Honduras) sailed over 5,000 miles across the North Atlantic to fell timber in the forests of Scotland as part of the United Kingdom’s war efforts.

On July 25, 2022, the legacy of these Belizean foresters, as well around 6,000 other men from across the Commonwealth, was commemorated with the opening of the Commonwealth Foresters’ Memorial at Pollok Park in Glasgow, Scotland.

The perilous 14-day journey of the Belizean foresters to Scotland involved dodging Nazi U-boats and enduring cold temperatures. Once in Scotland, the men of the British Honduran Forestry Unit were assigned to several camps across the country. While carrying out their laborious work, the Belizean foresters experienced harsh weather and very basic living conditions. Additionally, the Belizeans grappled with the racial prejudices and suspicions of the local population.

One of the Belizean foresters was Sam Martinez of Punta Gorda, who arrived to work in the forests of Scotland in 1942. Following the end of the war, he chose to settle in the city of Edinburgh to raise a family and became an active and beloved member of his community. Sam Martinez lived until the age of 106 and passed away in 2016.

Attending the official opening of the Commonwealth Foresters’ Memorial was Carol Martinez, the daughter of Sam Martinez, and Yutsil Hoyo Diaz Martinez, his grandson. They were joined by Màiri McAllan, Minister for Environment of Scotland, and Jordan Craig, First Secretary at the Belize High Commission in London. The memorial features a plaque commemorating the legacy of Sam Martinez and the Belizean foresters as well as a mix of 100 trees to honour the Commonwealth. The species liquidambar was planted in recognition of Belize, where it can be found.

The Commonwealth Foresters’ Memorial is a living tribute to the remarkable commitment and selfless service of the Belizean foresters and others from across the Commonwealth during the Second World War. The memorial further highlights the deep historical connections between Belize and Scotland. Belize commends the efforts of the Scottish Government and the city of Glasgow for its effort to commemorate those previously marginalized by history.

NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the company ZARCANE COMPANY LTD. (“the Company”) incorporated under the IBC Act of Belize commenced dissolution on the 22nd day of July, 2022; and Ms. Sandra Hew Khee of C239, Block C, the Junction Business Hub, Calebasse, Mauritus is the Liquidator of the Company, and any claims against the company should be forwarded to the Liquidator within 30 days from commencement.

Icaza Belize Trust Corporation Limited Registered Agent

NOTICE OF COMMENCEMENT OF DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given to all interested parties that the company AGRI RESOURCES TECHNOLOGIES LTD. (“the Company”) incorporated under the IBC Act of Belize commenced dissolution on the 26th day of July, 2022; and Lin Yi Jing of 9/F., No. 15, Ershizhang Road, Xindian District, New Taipei City, Taiwan is the Liquidator of the Company, and any claims against the company should be forwarded to the Liquidator within 30 days from commencement.

Belize Corporate Services Limited Registered Agent

VACANCY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AT DAVILA’S CLINIC ULTRASOUND

GENERAL DOCTOR

Interested candidates must possess a curent Police Record and have valid Social Security Card.

Applicants can email resume and pertinent documents to: bgdavilasclinic@gmail.com

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BTB ANTHONY MAHLER U-13

‘Belize United’ Mundialito Champions

NOTICE OF COMMENCED DISSOLUTION Notice is hereby given EMBALL INDUSTRIES LTD. commenced dissolution on 1th June, 2022; and Belizean Liquidators Services Inc. whose registered office is at 50 Shirley Street, P.O. Box CB-13917 Nassau, Bahamas, is the Liquidator of the companies.

Notice is hereby given ZELDA FINANCE LTD. commenced dissolution on 3rd June, 2022; and Belizean Liquidators Services Inc. whose registered office

is at 50 Shirley Street, P.O. Box CB-13917 Nassau, Bahamas, is the Liquidator of the company.

Notice is hereby given HYDRALA UNIVERSAL INC. commenced dissolution

on 10th June, 2022; and La Galerie, 31 Route de Breil, 37330 Channay sur Lathan, France.

Morgan & Morgan Trust Corporation Belize Limited

Champions - Belize United

Belize City, July 23, 2022 The Belize United won the Belize Tourist Board’s Anthony Mahler Under-13 Mundialito football championship, by a 3-2 victory over the Reality Youths in the finals at the MCC garden last Saturday morning, July 23. The BTB has organized the tournament in partnership with the National Sports Council and the Football Federation of Belize which began on May 14.

After 8 weeks of regular competition and the playoffs, the tournament climaxed in the finals. Belize United won in a penalty shootout, after regulation and overtime ended in a nil-zip draw. Kaylon David, Jacob Joseph and Antwan Latchman lead the offensive, supported by Schae Gordon, Jonathan “Toto” Garay and Gilberto Perez at midfield. Marlon McClaren anchored the Reality Youths’ defense with Dennis Nuñez, Trani Rogers and Jermaine Williams, to help MVP goalkeeper Shane Vernon keep a clean slate through the first period.

Tyler Gentle, Kadeem Oliva and Gilligion Nuñez led the Youths’ attacks down at the other end with the help of Shakeem King, Jaycee Williams and Harry Barcelona at midfield. But Herwin Godoy, Barack Morey, Eric Flores and Jayven Norales had locked off the backfield, and goalkeeper Jayden Fortune handled all shots at goal.

In penalties, only Tyler Gentle and Dennis Nuñez scored for Reality Youths, as Jayden Fortune stopped the 2nd try, and the 3rd and 4th kickers missed the goal completely! Barack Morey, Jacob Joseph and Herwin Godoy scored for Belize United, as their 2nd kicker missed the goal completely, and Shane Vernon blocked their 4th try.

In Game 1, the consolation match for 3rd place earlier in the morning, Tut Bay won 1-0 over the 3-times defending champions Ladyville Rising Stars, when Christan Linarez, the top goal scorer of the tournament, scored the winning goal in the 3rd period of the game. Ladyville Rising Stars finished 4th in the playoffs.

Minister of Tourism Hon. Anthony Mahler and Minister of State for Sports, Hon. Gilroy Usher Sr. presented the team trophies and individual players’ trophies to the champions, sub-champions and 3rd place winners in the awards ceremony after the finals.

Individual awards: Most Goals – Christan Linarez – Tut Bay FC Best Forward - Kadeem Oliva – Reality Youths Best Midfield – Jacob Joseph – Belize United Best Defense - Jahryn Clarke - Ladyville Rising Stars Best Goalkeeper – Shane Vernon – Reality Youths Most Valuable Player – Shane Vernon MVP of playoffs – Herwin Godoy – Belize United Fair Play award - Amina Burgess - Ladyville Rising Stars Best Coach – Richard Nuñez – Reality Youths.

NOTICE OF COMMENCED DISSOLUTION

Notice is hereby given EIGERBAU S.A. commenced dissolution on 16th June, 2022; and Belizean Liquidators Services Inc. whose registered office is at 50 Shirley Street, P.O. Box CB-13917 Nassau, Bahamas, is the Liquidator of the companies.

Notice is hereby given OMEGA ASSOCIATES INC. commenced dissolution on 27th June, 2022; and Belizean Liquidators Services Inc. whose registered office is at 50 Shirley Street, P.O. Box CB-13917 Nassau, Bahamas, is the Liquidator of the company.

Morgan & Morgan Trust Corporation Belize Limited

NORTHERN MEDICAL Specialty PLAZA ORCHID DRIVE, B.S.I. AREA, ORANGE WALK TOWN, BELIZE PHONE: 302-3708 Northern Medical Plaza invites applications from experienced, dynamic, energetic, self-motivated and professional individuals for the following vacancies Anesthesiologist Radiologist X-ray-Technician Qualification General Practitioner with specialty in Anesthesiology.

General Practitioner with specialty in Radiology.

Bachelor’s degree in Radiology Technician Requirements Anesthesiologist must be registered with the Belize Medical Council.

Radiologist must be registered with the Belize Medical Council.

Xray Technician must have 3years experience in Mammography and Ct-Scan.

X-ray-Technician must be accredited by Ministry of Health as an X-ray Technician.

Best Forward Kadeem Oliva - Reality Youths

Applications close: August 15, 2022 Please submit application letter and three References to: northernmedical@live.com Human Resource Manager Northern Medical Specialty Plaza Ltd. Orchid Drive, BSI Area Orange Walk Town

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NR Farmers’ Co-Operative To Receive Equipment

The Government of Belize (GOB), with financing of BZ$40 million from the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), the Green Climate Fund (GCF) and participating beneficiaries, has embarked on a six-year programme, Resilient Rural Belize (RRB), which aims to minimize the impacts of climatic and economic events on small farmers while supporting sustainable market access for their produce.

The Programme Management Unit of the Be-Resilient Programme (PMU), acting through the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment (Lead Programme Agency) and working closely with the Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise, has overall responsibility for programme implementation, including the administration and implementation of the programme’s Matching Grant Fund (MGF), the main objective of which is to support the achievement of the programme objectives by co-financing investments that would improve, in volume and quality, small farmer agricultural production and safeguard food security in the context of existing and projected climate change effects.

Working with producers’ organizations, the programme is providing support for the development of business plans, which identify proposed investments, including technical assistance and capacity building, aimed at achieving the above objectives, and which shall be used as the basis for accessing support from the Matching Grant Fund.

As a follow-up to Matching Grant Fund Agreement signed on December 2nd, 2021, between the Government of Belize and the New River Farmers’ Co-operative Society Limited, located in San Carlos Village, Orange Walk District, the RRB Programme will provide support for a total amount of BZ$ 255,530.00. This money will be used by the members of the co-operative to become more resilient by working cooperatively and build an office, storage and marketing centre in the community, and to hire a marketing and administrative officer to manage customers and suppliers. It will support members to receive, sort, store and sell all the produce from 17 acres of onions and six acres of carrots to be cultivated both cooperatively and individually. Other activities will also include the financing of a capacity-building plan to improve management, reduce chemical use, improve water management for irrigation, quality control and enhance gender equity. The MGF also aims to increase the economic, social, and environmental resilience of the co-operative. It is expected that this investment will positively impact directly 29 households representing the 39 members of the co-operative.

On Thursday, July 28, 2022, the New River Farmers’ Co-operative Society Limited was presented with office and processing equipment, to support this initiative. This equipment will include a printer, desktop computer, refrigerator and plastic crates. This equipment, valued at BZ$8,000.00, was handed over by Hon. José Abelardo Mai – Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprises – on behalf of the Resilient Rural Belize Programme, in compliance with the first phase of the implementation process.

CALL FOR PROPOSALS Consultancy to Develop a National Rural Development Strategy for Belize 1. PURPOSE The Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour & Local Government’soverarching ission is to contribute to Belize’s sustainable development by providing effective labour administration services, strengthening local governments, and facilitating an enabling environment for rural development.

The Ministry of Rural Transformation has embarked on developing a new National RuralDevelopment Strategy (NRDS) that is both area-based and multi-sectoral. the NRDS would aim to alleviate the current ad hoc approach to rural development by establishing a multi-sectoral andcoordinated approach to not only reducing rural poverty but also improving rural residents’ cultural, social, political, and environmental well-being.

2. CONSULTANCY OBJECTIVES: The objective of the consultancy is to develop a national rural development strategy for Belize thatwill serve as a national framework to guide the rural sector’s development process by clearly identifying development strategies that result in poverty reduction and rural economic growth while enhancing local culture and conserving critical environmental resources.

3. SCOPE OF SERVICES To develop the strategy, the Consultant will conduct the following: a) At a high level, engage directly with relevant line Ministries for assessment and planning of the strategy framework. b) Assess the implementation deficit of the previous BRADS and identify lessons learned. c) Carry out a situational analysis of the social, economic and natural environment conditions of the rural sector based on an informed delineation. The issues to be considered/reported upon in the analysis should include, but not necessarily be limited to the following: i.

Economy – identify critical elements of the rural economy including production, emerging commodities, off-farm employment, tourism, eco-tourism, main employers, livelihoods, labour force participation and overall economic opportunities. Establish clear linkages to the private sector and value chains for whatever opportunities that exist in various sectors. ii. Social development – produce a sex-disaggregated profile of the rural sector. Describe the supply and demand of health and education services, educational achievement, multidimensional poverty, and other relevant social issues of concern. iii. Infrastructure – identify needs and gaps in infrastructure including roads and public utilities that impact on the efficiency of production and quality of rural life. iv. Environment and natural resources – identify the state of the environment, degradation risks, resources for production inputs and climate change risks. d) Review secondary data including reports, studies, assessments, and relevant policy and legal documents including poverty assessments, census reports, labour surveys, etc. e) Collect primary data through participatory consultations with all categories of stakeholders in order to introduce the initiative, obtain feedback and gauge perception of need and strengthen buy-in. f) Prepare, validate, and submit a National Rural Development Strategy to the Ministry.

4. SUPERVISION/PROCESS MANAGEMENT The Consultant will report to the Chief Executive Officer or his designate. The Rural DevelopmentDepartment’s staff will assist the Consultant in coordinating activities such as meeting planning, stakeholder workshops, interaction with government Ministries and agencies, and general administrative matters.

5. REPORTING REQUIREMENTS AND DELIVERABLES The Consultant shall prepare and submit all reports in English. A soft and hardcopy of all reportsare to be submitted to the Ministry.

Main tasks

Payment

Timeframe

Inception Report and Work Plan

20%

One week after signing

Situational Analysis Report Draft of National Rural Development Strategy

25% 30%

One month aftercommencement Three months aftercommencement

Final National Rural Development Strategy

25%

Five months aftercommencement

6. DURATION OF CONSULTANCY 5 months (August – December 2022) 7. TRAVEL AND ACCOMMODATION Consultant will be expected to travel to locations for meetings and consultation sessions as agreedupon by both parties. The Consultant’s fees will be inclusive of travel and accommodation costs.

8. QUALIFICATIONS • The consultant must have the following qualifications and experience: • Minimum of a master’s degree in Rural Development, Local Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Agriculture Economics or any disciplines directly related to theConsultancy.

• At least 10 years’ experience in local economic, rural development or community development planning.

• Extensive knowledge of rural community development, public policy, poverty reduction, climate change adaptation, gender and equity approach to programming.

• Broad experience in facilitating extensive stakeholder consultations with government representatives, private sector, NGOs, and other stakeholders.

• Proven technical report-writing (English), analytical, communication, and project management skills.

9. INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICATION: Technical proposals must demonstrate relevant local or regional experience, appropriate knowledge, skills, and academic qualifications, approach and methodology, and a preliminary work plan. Financial proposals should include consultant costs such as fees, travel, and accommodation. The Ministry will cover the costs of meetings and workshops.

The full Terms of reference may be requested by writing to us at Coord.Rural.Dev@labour.gov.bz.

Technical and financial proposals must be submitted to: Elsa Cardinez Coordinator for Rural Development Ministry of Rural Transformation, Community Development, Labour and Local GovernmentEmail: Coord.Rural.Dev@labour.gov.bz Subject: “National Rural Development Strategy for Belize” All submissions must be made by 12th August 2022 at 4:00pm

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THE BELIZE TIMES 2022 Registration Ceremony Held for Sayab Farmers CSL July 22, 2022 - The Ministry of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise announces that the Department of Co-operatives, responsible for the registration and regulation of co-operatives, today held a registration ceremony for Sayab Farmers Co-operative Society Limited. Under the department’s oversight, the new co-operative has transitioned from an ad hoc farmers’ group to a formal enterprise, and will now have access to auditing, conflict resolution services, and entrepreneurial development programs, among others.

Based in San Antonio, Cayo District,

the co-operative engages in the production and marketing of vegetables, fruits and processed foods. It has 17 members, nine men and eight women, all from San Antonio.

Hon. Jose Abelardo Mai, Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and Enterprise, delivered the keynote address at the ceremony. Remarks were also made

by Mr. Cesar Abdias Mesh, chair of the co-operative; Mr. Ruben Magana, representative of the San Antonio Village Council; and Mr. Gareth Murillo, Registrar of Co-operatives. Present were farmers of the co-operative, the district agriculture coordinator for Cayo, and staff of the ministry.

BY ORDER OF THE MORTGAGEE, DEVELOPMENT FINANCE CORPORATION, CERTIFIED AND LICENSED AUCTIONEER MIGUEL A. ELLIS WILL SELL THE FOLLOWING PROPERTIES On Tuesday August 2nd, 2022 At 9:00 AM

Parcel No. 603/1, Block 1, San Estevan Registration Section containing 766.4 S. M. situate in San Estevan Village, Orange Walk District held under a Certificate of Lease being the leasehold interest of HORTENCIA YANELLA CHAN & ROSENDO MELVIN CHAN.

Parcel 302, 303 & 304, Block 16, Vista Del Mar Registration Section containing 696.54 S. M. respectively, held under a 3 Land Certificates being the freehold interests of KEVIN ENRIQUEZ & ANDREA ENRIQUEZ surety for ANKA LTD.

Zoom Meeting ID: 740 029 1415 Password: 9D4Qvd

All that piece or parcel of land situate in Maxboro, Sandhill Village, Belize District and being Lot No. 348 containing 956.733 S. M. of land as shown on Entry No. 5146 Register 21 held under a Minister's Fiat Lease being the leasehold interest of SHERLEE FRAZER.

Parcel No. 937, Block No 4, Tower Hill Registration Section containing 30 Acres situate in Guinea Grass Village, Orange Walk District, Belize held under a Land Certificate being the freehold interest of EUFEMIO FIDEL BUSTILLOS.

Parcel No. 1660, Block 45, Port/ Loyolaville Registration Section containing 325.953 S. M. held under a Land Certificate being the freehold interest of MARISOL LESLIE NEE AVALOS surety for GLENN FRANCIS LESLIE.

Parcel No. 1364, Block 4, Carmelita Registration Section containing 20 Acres situate in Carmelita Village, Orange Walk District held under a Land Certificate and being the freehold interest of MARSHA CANTON SURETY FOR STANLEY GARBUTT.

Miguel A. Ellis P.O. Box 118, City of Belmopan, Phone: 634-9058 E-Mail: miguel_ellis@hotmail.com Please contact DFC for financing

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Land Registry Notices CHAPTER 194, LAWS OF BELIZE (REVISED EDITION 2011) NOTICE UNDER SECTION 13 In accordance with Section 13 of the Registered Land Act Chapter 194, Revised Edition 2011, I Patricia Robateau Blackett, Registrar of Lands, hereby serves notice that within one month from the date hereof, I intend to register the following parcels of land listed below for which application for first registration have been received.

The attention of the general public is hereby drawn to this notice. Any person whose rights and interest may be affected by the registering of these parcels must get in touch with me before expiry date of this notice between Mondays to Fridays at the Land Registry, Belmopan.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209498 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No. 16 and being Parcel No. 2035 Formerly Entry 12781, 9.968 Acres situate 1 milewest of Lord’s Bank Village, Belize District This parcel of land is subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.203 of 2011 dated 9th August, 2011 infavor of CHRISTOPHER ANDRE CADLE. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209500 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No. 16 and being Parcel No. 2038 Formerly Entry 12277, 8.16 Acres situate on the rightascending of the Belize River of Lord’s Bank Agric Layout, Belize District This parcel of land is subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.468 of2011 dated 23rd November,2011 in favor IVAN CADLE.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202115502 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section ALBERT/MESOP Block No.45 andbeing Parcel No.655 Formerly Lot No.238, 125+ S.M, situate at Prince Street, Belize City, Belize District This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.2589 of 1997 dated 10 October, 1997 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 28 of 1997 Folios 817-824 in favor of UMESHMAHITANI. th

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202201191 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section SAN PEDRO Block No.7 and being Parcel No.14931-14937 Formerly Entry 10789, situate in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye, BelizeDistrict This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Indenture dated 11 March, 1943 and recorded inDeeds Book Volume No. 35 Folios 327-329 in favor of ANITA ALAMILLAdeceased th

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209107 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, SAN IGNACIO SOUTH Block No.23 and being Parcel No.402 Formerly Lot No. 101, situate in Kay Works Area, San Ignacio Town, Cayo District This parcel of land is the subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.1713 of 2006 dated 19 June,2006 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 22 of 2006 Folios 887-892 in favor of TERESITA LIBETH ZETINA.

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APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209350 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, DANGRIGA SOUTH Block No. 31and being Parcel No.1563 Formerly Lot No. 926, situate in Southside of Dangriga Town, Stann Creek District This parcel of land is the subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.793 of 1993 dated 5 April, 1993 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 9 of 1993 Folios 1105-1114 in favor of BLUE MARLIN RESORT COMPANY LIMITED. th

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209456 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, ST MARTIN’S DE PORRES WEST Block No.45 and being Parcel No.1361 Formerly Lot No. 42,340.122 S.M, situate in the St. Martin de Porres Extension, Belize City Belize District.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209502 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No. 16 and being Parcel No. 2037 Formerly Entry 8952, 10.03 Acres situate of Lord’sBank Village, Freetown Belize River, Belize District This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.3008 of 2005 dated 28th August, 2005and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 36 of 2005 Folios 329-334 in favor of CHRISTOPHER A. CADLE. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209580 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No.16 and being Parcel 5124 Formerly Lot No. 15,909.242 S.M situate in near mile 12along the Northern Highway, Belize District, This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.LTU-201700662 dated 5th June, 2017 and recorded in LTU-201800662 in favor ofMARGARETH AMANDA TILLETT APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209703 This parcel ofland is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No.16 and being Parcel 6483 Formerly Lot No. 15A,552.552 S.M situate in LadyvilleVillage, Belize District This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.LTU-201500420 dated 16th March,2015 and recorded in LTU-201500420 in favor of MARCIAL ELIAS CASTILLO and FELICIA WILHEMINA CASTILLO. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209710 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, FORTGEORGE/PICKSTOCK Block No.45 and being Parcel No.819 Formerly Lot No.1006, 157. S.M, situate at New RoadBelize City, Belize District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.352 of 1961 dated 20th October, 1961and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 2 of 1961 Folios 1052-1061 in favor of SANTIAGO CASTILLO LIMITED .

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209711 This parcel ofland is situated in the Registration Section, FORTGEORGE/PICKSTOCK BlockNo.45 and being Parcel No.744 Formerly LotNo.1090, 385.0 S.M, situate at New RoadBelize City, Belize District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.564 of 2003 dated 8th June, 2003 infavor of MARVIN RAMIREZ

th This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.27 of 1982 dated 6 January, 1982 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 1 of 1982 Folios 249-258 in favor of ADDY CASTILLO.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209490 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE.LORD’S BANK Block No.16 and being Parcel 5136 Formerly Lot No. 37 situate in near mile 12 along the Northern Highway, Belize District,

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209725 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, SAN PEDRO Block No.7 and beingParcel No.7374 Formerly Lot No.820, 422.499 S.M situate in Ambergris Bay Area, San PedroTown, Belize District

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.LTU-201800023 dated 9th January, 2018 and recorded in LTU-201800023 in favor of ALVIN HARRISON CARD

This parcel ofland is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.2146D of2010 dated 2ih September,2010 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 29 of2010 Folios 1559-1572 in favor of PATRICIA A. GULLEY.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209497 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No. 16 and being Parcel No. 2039 Formerly Entry 12737, 9.319 Acres situate west ofLord’s Bank Village, Belize District

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209726 This parcel ofland is situated in the Registration Section, SAN PEDRO Block No.7 and beingParcel No.7373 Formerly Lot No.819, 422.499 S.M situate in Ambergris Bay Area, San Pedro Town, Belize District

This parcel ofland is subject ofa Minister’s Fiat GrantNo.385 of2013 dated 21st January, 2014 in favor of IVAN CADLE

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Continued from page 24 tember ,2010 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 29 of2010 Folios 1573-1588 in favor of PATRICIA A. GULLEY.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209737 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, DANGRIGA SOUTH Block No.31and being Parcel No.371 Formerly Lot No. 529, 554.67 S.M, situate between Pine Street and Rear Street, Dangriga Town, Stann Creek District

This parcel of land is subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.491 of 1991 dated 30th October, 1991in favor of NELSON CALIZ APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210026 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section DANGRIGA NORTH Block No.31 and being Parcel No.779 Formerly Lot No.1, 1044.14 S.Y, situate in Ladyville Village, Belize District

This parcel of land is subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.358 of 1990 dated 2i November, 1990 in favor of CELESTINA RODRIGUEZ.

This parcel ofland is subject of a Deed oflndenture No.75 of2008 dated 29th November, 2007 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 1 of2008 Folios 1075-1080 in favor of FRANCIS SAMPSON JR. and REBECCA CALIZ- (Jointly)

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209748 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK BlockNo. 16 and being Parcel No.2521 Formerly Lot No.32, 890.772 S.M, situate in Lord’s Bank Village, Belize District

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210031 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section QUEEN SQUARE WEST Block No.45 and being Parcel No.902 Formerly Lot No.7411, 348.26 S.M situate in the Faber’s RoadArea, Belize City, Belize District

This parcel of land is the subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.256 of 2014 dated 1st September,2014 in favor of STEPHANIE E. STAINE.

This parcel ofland is subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.910 of 2004 dated 20th November,2004 in favor of RUBY ROBINSON.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209885 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, ORANGE WALK TOWN Block No.4 and being Parcel No.4833 Formerly Lot No. 2, 232.241 S.M, situate in Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210109 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section SAN IGNACIO NORTH Block No.23 and being Parcel No. 2704 Formerly Lot No762,445.903 S.M, situate corner of wacastreet, San Ignacio Town, Cayo District

This parcel of land is the subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.981 of 2004 dated 14th April, 2004and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 13 of2004 Folios 1321-1338 in favor of PROJECT HOPE BELIZE.

This parcel of land is subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.30 of 1988 dated 29th March, 1988 infavor of JULIO CHAN.

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APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209907 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, SAN IGNACIO NORTH Block No. 23 and being Parcel No.1979 Formerly Lot No. 241.773.2 S.Y, situate in San Ignacio Town Cayo District This parcel of land is the subject of a Deed of Gift No.463 of 2000 dated 1 February, 2000 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 7 of 2000 Folios 1471-1478 in favor of ALVA PULIDO­(deceased) st

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209932 This parcel ofland is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No. 16 and being Parcel No.127 Formerly Lot No. 71,650.145 S.M, situate southside ofthe boom cut off road, Belize District This parcel of land is the subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.998 of 1998 dated 20th April, 1998and recorded in Deed Book Volume 12 of 1998 Folios 1296-1317 in favor of AMPARO NOBLE. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202209973 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No. 16 and being Parcel No.3982 Formerly Lot No. 3, 706.167 S.M, situate on the GreenEstate Area, Belize District.

This parcel ofland is the subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.LTU-201701327 dated 25th September, 2017 and recorded in LTU-201701327 in favor of CONSUELO RODRIGUEZ APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210005 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section, LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANKBlock No. 16 and being Parcel No. 865 Formerly Lot No. 27, 946.58 S.Y, situate on the eastside of northern highway mile 10.25, Belize District.

This parcel of land is the subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.61 of 1973 dated 22nd December, 1992 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 1 of 1993 Folios 713-720 in favor of GILBERT H. PAUL and ALTHEA L.PAUL (Jointly) APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210020 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section SANIGNACIO NORTH Block No.23 and being Parcel No.1894 Formerly Lot No.820, 622.2 S.Y, situate in San IgnacioTown, Cayo District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.3228 of 2007 dated 5th October, 2007and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 39 of2007 Folios 1015-1026 in favor of TELLY CASTELLANOS and MELANIE JANE MIRANDA - (Jointly) APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210025 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section DANGRIGA NORTH Block No.31 and being Parcel No.995 Formerly Lot No. 611A, 798.455 S.M, situate Dangriga Town, StannCreek District

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210477 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section DANGRIGA SOUTH Block No.31and being Parcel No. 1696 Formerly Lot No. 1909, 460.00 S.M, situate Dangriga Town Ext, Stann Creek District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Minister’s Fiat Grant No.377 of2000 dated 16th May, 2000 infavor of EDNA TINGLING. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210481 This parcel ofland is situated in the Registration Section LADYVILLE/LORD’S BANK Block No.16 and being Parcel No.7331 Formerly Lot No.16B, 0.1lac., situate in LadyvilleEstates, near mile 9 on the Northern Highway, Belize District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.0098 of 2007 dated 1st November ,2007 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No.2 of 2007 Folios 23-32 in favor of BARRYREIMER and LYNSEY TRUJEQUE REIMER. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210688 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section CAYE CAULKER Block No.12 andbeing Parcel No. 2177 Formerly Entry No. 18869, 168.786 S.M, situate on Caye Caulker Village, Belize District This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Gift No.1232 of 1982 dated 20th December, 1982 andrecorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 14 of 1982 Folios 1029-1036 in favor of ROMELIA MAGANA. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210692 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section VISTA DEL MAR Block No.45 andbeing Parcel No.2727 Formerly Lot No.32, 490.355 S.M., situate in New Boville Area, near mile8 on the Northern Highway, Belize District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.575 of 1977 dated 6th June, 1977 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 8 of 1977 Folios 709-718 in favor of HUBERT NEAL APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210693 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section VISTA DEL MAR Block No.45 andbeing Parcel No.2728 Formerly Lot No.GS, 505.227 S.M., situate in New Beville Area, near mile8 on the Northern Highway, Belize District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.161 of 1976 dated 26th January, 1976and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No. 2 of 1976 Folios 907-908 in favor of SHERON NEAL. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210694 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section VISTA DEL MAR Block No.45 andbeing Parcel No.2729 and 2730 Formerly Lot No.G2 & G3, 305.202 S.M., situate in New Beville Area, near mile 8 on the Northern Highway, Belize District.

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Land Registry Notices Continued from page 25 This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.1431 of 1979 dated 1st October, 1979and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No.15 of 1979 Folios 355-338 in favor of MARLENE LESLIE.

APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210695 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section VISTA DEL MAR Block No.45 andbeing Parcel No.2731 Formerly Lot No.103, 507.088 S.M., situate.in New Beville Area, near mile 8 on the Northern Highway, Belize District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.575 of 1976 dated 1st11 May,1976 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No.5 of 1976 Folios 1473-1474 in favor of HUBERT NEAL APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210696 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section VISTA DEL MAR Block No.45 and being Parcel No.2732 Formerly Lot No.6, 505.202 S.M., situate in New Boville Area, near mile8 on the Northern Highway, Belize District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.576 of 1976 dated 18th May,1976 andrecorded in Deeds Book Volume No.5 of 1976 Folios 1475-1476 in

favor of KENRICK LESLIE. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210735 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section ORANGE WALK TOWN BlockNo.4 and being Parcel No.1913 Formerly Lot No.1, 487.197 S.M., situate in Orange Walk Town, Orange Walk District.

This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.2936 of 1997 dated 1ih November,1997 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No.32 of 1997 Folios 127-134 in favor ofBERNADETTE SWAN. APPLICATION NO. LRS-202210760 This parcel of land is situated in the Registration Section SAN IGNACIO NORTH BlockNo.23 and being Parcel No.3202 Formerly Entry No.10215, 71.297 S.M., situate in San Ignacio Town, Cayo District This parcel of land is subject of a Deed of Conveyance No.3699 of 2007 dated 26th November,2007 and recorded in Deeds Book Volume No.44 of 2007 Folios 13351346 in favorof BEN HERMAN BUTENSCHOEN and MARIA CELIA BUTENSCHOEN.

Pursuant to Section 37(3) of the Registered Land Act, Chapter 194, Laws of Belize, Revised Edition 2011, notice is hereby given of the loss of the following Land and Lease Certificates Names

Registration Section, Block Certificate Nos. & Parcel Nos.

KONSTANTIN TITOV and VOLHA VALIANTSINAV A

1-21-548

Land Certificate issued dtd 8/7/1981 issued dtd 19/9/2017

STEWART CLARK- (deceased)

36-61-1513(HI 8)

Land Cert No.LRS-201507264 issued dtd 31712015

MINELLY WALTON TUN

4-27-856

Land Cert No. 5196/2006 dtd 4/5/2006

JULIA SANCHES- (deceased)

1-12-1050

Land Cert No. LRS-201907874 dtd 18/7/2014

MARCEL AMBROSE YOUNG

11-101-1454

Land Cert No. LRS-201504012 dtd 13/4/2015

LEANDRO UCK JR.

4-92-114/l

Lease Cert No.LRS-200805674 dtd 21/7/2008

YOLANDA CRUZ

23-22-2615

Land Cert No. LRS-201213321 dtd 8/11/2012

CHRISTINA ROSITA JONES NEE TZUL

4-27-100

Land Cert No.7507/2002 dtd 15/11/2010

JORGE FELIX TZIB

23-104-2238/1

Lease Cert No. LRS-200910679 dtd 10//12/20092017

ROSITA JONES-(deceased)

4-27-1095

Land Cert No.8910/2003 dtd 17/12/2003

CARLOS RAMON RODRIGUEZ

7-42-7852

Land Cert No. LRS-201303212dtd 4/4/2013

The above Land/Lease Certificates after the expiration of twenty-one (21) days from the appearance of this notice.

Any person in possession of the above-mentioned certificates is required to return it to the Belize Land Registry, Ministry of Natural Resources, City of Belmopan.

LRS-202205498 Registered Land Act Chapter 194 - Revised Edition 2011 Section 140(1) OWNERSHIP BY PRESCRIPTION Registration Section ST MARTIN DE PORRES

Block No 45

Parcel 206

Application for Ownership by Prescription for the above-mentioned parcel has been received from JERMIE JERMAINE WALKER, of No. 12 Causarina Street, Belize City, Belize District SCHEDULE:

All that piece or parcel of land being Lot 3919 situate in the St. Martin De Porres Area, Belize City, Belize District and containing 266.67 sq yds and now identified as Parcel No.206 registered in the name of Seramak International Belize Ltd. The attention of the general public is hereby drawn to this notice. Any person whose rights and interest that may be affected by the registration of JERMIE JERMAINE WALKER, of No. 12 Causarina Street, Belize City, Belize District as proprietor with Absolute Title, is hereby requested to show cause within one month from the date thereof, why such ownership should not be approved.

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REQUEST FOR EXPRESSION OF INTEREST The Government of Belize (GOB) through the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment intends to contract a team to form a Central Execution Unit (CEU) to Manage the design, execution and monitoring of IDB financed projects in accordance with Government-defined policies and strategic planning.

The CEU’s mission should be to provide assistance, when needed, and ensure their alignment with the sector policies established by the Government through the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment (MFEDI). It also seeks to lend efficacy to the portfolio of IDB financed projects by generating synergies and interactions and facilitating a rapid execution, as well as securing adherence and congruence with national public policies.

The CEU will be led by an Executive Director who will providing leadership, coordination and guidance on all matters pertaining to the preparation, design, planning and smooth administration and successful implementation of assigned Programs/Projects through the efficient management of the Central Executing Unit (CEU) in accordance with the Program Operations Manual (POM) of the CEU and the procedures and obligations specified in the relevant loans contracts and technical cooperation and/or other relevant administrative Agreements.

The other team members will include the following members 1.

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LRS-202210753 Registered Land Act Chapter 194 - Revised Edition 2011 Section 140(1) OWNERSHIP BY PRESCRIPTION Registration Section ALBERT/MESOP

Block No 45

Application for Ownership by Prescription for the above-mentioned parcel has been received from SALVADOR WAHIB HABET, of No. 37 Regent Street, Belize City, Belize District SCHEDULE: All that piece or parcel of land being Lot 499 situate in the St. Martin De Porres Area, Belize City, Belize District and containing 462.983 and now identified as Parcel No.1948 registered The attention of the general public is hereby drawn to this notice. Any person whose rights and interest that may be affected by the registration of SALVADOR WAHIB HABET, of No. 37 Regent Street, Belize City, Belize District as proprietor with Absolute Title, is hereby requested to show cause within one month from the date thereof, why such ownership should not be approved.

Vacant Posts Procurement Specialist (I) and (II) Financial Management Specialist Monitoring and Evaluation Specialist Environmental and Social Specialist Administrative Officer

Remuneration: Competitive salary and benefits are offered, commensurate with academic level, work experience and other relevant strengths of the winning candidate.

Kindly follow the below link for further details. https://med.gov.bz/ Interested candidates are requested to submit ONE PDF File that shall include: a) Letter of Interest indicating the post being applied for; b) the curriculum vitae, c) copies of university degrees, and d) the names of 3 references.

Deadline for application is 11th August 2022 at 4:00pm. Application can be sent via email to: Irelandde@gobmail.gov. bz or hand delivered to the address indicated below: Chief Executive Officer Ministry of Economic Development Sir Edney Cain Building Ground Floor, Right Wing Belmopan City, Belize C.A. Any request for clarification should be sent via email no later than 5th August 2022. Responses will be provided within three days.

Parcel 1948

LRS-202210753 Registered Land Act Chapter 194 - Revised Edition 2011 Section 140(1) OWNERSHIP BY PRESCRIPTION Registration Section LADYVILLE/LORD'S BANK

Block No 16

Parcel 11905

Application for Ownership by Prescription for the above-mentioned parcel has been received from DAVID LUIS MARIN, of No. 488 Sale Fish Drive, Ladyville Village, Belize District SCHEDULE: All that piece or parcel of land being Entry 20644 situate in Ladyville Village, Belize District and containing 2.25 Acres and now identified as Parcel No.11905 The attention of the general public is hereby drawn to this notice.

Any person whose rights and interest that may be affected by the registration of DAVID LUIS MARIN, of No. 488 Sale Fish Drive, Ladyville Village, Belize District as proprietor with Absolute Title, is hereby requested to show cause within one month from the date thereof, why such ownership should not be approved.

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