Belize Broadcasting Authority

March 14, 2023

The Belize Broadcasting Authority hereby reminds media houses of its essential role it plays in the society. The majority of information is delivered to the public by the media. This aids in learning, understanding, and staying connected to other people and to the world in general.

It is therefore vital that our local media be vigilant and responsible in delivering of information to the wider populace.

In any case, the BBA calls for ALL Media houses to cease and desist from disseminating information that: discloses the names of victims of Domestic Violence (DV), Gender Based Violence (GBV) and from using derogatory words that are offensive, disrespectful and discriminatory.

The Broadcasting Authority hereby reminds operators to abide by the terms and conditions set forth in the Broadcasting & Television Act CAP. 227 Laws of Belize.

The Government of Belize, through the Ministry of Natural Resources, is committed to protecting Belize’s water resources from pollution and using it sustainably to balance the needs of people and the planet. This World Water Day, the ministry urges everyone to take some time to reflect on what they can do on an individual basis to protect and preserve water. The ministry recognizes that dysfunction throughout the water cycle is undermining progress on all major global issues, from health to hunger, gender equality to jobs, education to industry, and disaster to peace. Therefore, the ministry encourages rapid and transformative change on the part of everyone. Every action – no matter how small – will make a difference.