Sports
Belize Competes in Inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival
The Belize U-15 Male National Football Team competed in the inaugural 2026 FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, from October 24 to 30. Among the young players representing Belize was San Pedro’s Malick Bowden, who gained valuable international experience alongside his teammates.
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Business & Economy
Belize represented at German Unity Day celebration in Panama
Belize’s Minister of Agriculture, Food Security and New Growth Industries, Honorable Rodwell Ferguson, and Dr. Luigi Wewege, President of San Pedro-based Caye International Bank, attended a German Unity Day celebration in Panama on October 22. Both participated at the invitation of His Excellency Joach
Business & Economy
BEL Requests Increase in COPA Cap from 5% to 10%
On Wednesday, October 28, Belize Electricity Limited (BEL) confirmed it submitted a request to the Public Utilities Commission (PUC) to raise the monthly limit under the Cost of Power Adjustment (COPA) mechanism from 5% to 10% of the approved Reference Cost of Power. While the adjustment could raise electricity bills, BEL explained that the proposal does not mean customers’ bills would increase by 10%. The company said the request is necessary because its power purchase expenses continue to exceed the existing 5% cap.
Crime & Violence
Triple Murder Trial of Christian Espat and Michael Brown Postponed to January
The triple murder trial of Christian Espat, 31, and Michael Brown, 25, has been postponed until January 2027 following the prosecution’s disclosure of additional evidence. Both men remain on remand at the Kolbe Foundation–Belize Central Prison, awaiting trial in connection with the October 2023 shooting deaths of Carlos Chi, Delmar Rodriguez and Rodriguez’s three-year-old daughter, Amarie, in San Pedro Town.
Crime & Violence
San Pedro Police Seize Over 1,000 Grams of Suspected Drugs
On Friday, August 21st, at approximately 10:30AM, San Pedro Police carried out a drug-related operation that resulted in the arrest and charging of three San Mateo residents. Police initially stopped 26-year-old Horace Anthony Crawford in the Boca del Rio area and, following a search, reportedly found several small bags containing a green leafy substance suspected to be cannabis. Crawford and two others, 26-year-old Benedicto Bol and 25-year-old Bridgett Juliana Alcoser, were subsequently charged with possession of controlled drugs with intent to supply.
Crime & Violence
Investigations continue in San Pedrito Shooting
Police have questioned and released two persons who were initially detained in connection with the early-morning shooting of a fisherman in the San Pedrito area of San Pedro Town. No one has been charged as yet, and the investigation remains ongoing.
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Education
Nearly US$22 million partnership launched to strengthen secondary education in Belize
Belize and the United States officially launched a nearly US$22 million education partnership on October 21st as part of the Millennium Challenge Corporation Belize Compact. The five-year initiative aims to strengthen secondary education by improving teacher training and equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in an evolving job market.
Education
Government of Belize and CARICOM Development Fund (CDF) Launch US$3.6 Million Education Investment
Supported through a CDF loan and grant financing structure, and counterpart contribution from the Government of Belize, the initiative will improve learning environments at three beneficiary schools.
Sports
Belize Competes in Inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival
The Belize U-15 Male National Football Team competed in the inaugural 2026 FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival in Baku, Azerbaijan, from October 24 to 30. Among the young players representing Belize was San Pedro’s Malick Bowden, who gained valuable international experience alongside his teammates.
Sports
Wildsets Sweep Sharks Cup Senior Female Marathon
Wildsets claimed the senior female volleyball marathon title on November 1st at the Angel Nunez Auditorium, winning all four matches without dropping a set. The competition marked the third leg of the San Pedro Sharks Cup tournament and featured five teams: Wildsets, Elites, SPHS Sharks, Hit List and Zen Warriors.
Community and Society
San Pedro Families Enjoy Spooky Fun at BYM Halloween Fair
The Belize Youth Movement (BYM) San Pedro Chapter hosted its Spooky Halloween Fair on Saturday, October 31st, at the former Black Pearl Restaurant and Fido’s courtyard in San Pedro. Children and families gathered for an evening of games, prizes, dancing and Halloween activities. Organizers said the event supported the chapter’s aim of providing safe, positive and inclusive spaces where children could spend time together.
Community and Society
SAGA celebrates 21st annual Halloween Spooktacular
SAGA Humane Society held its 21st annual Halloween Spooktacular on Sunday, October 25th, at Caribbean Villas in San Pedro. The fundraiser brought together pet owners, children, and supporters for a costume competition, raffles, and silent auctions benefiting the island’s animal shelter.
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