AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoBelize Procurement Reform: Prime Minister John Briceño says major changes are coming to Belize’s procurement system, including a Central Procurement Unit, a public electronic portal, and possible jail time for people who try to bypass the rules—aimed at stopping “below-threshold” payments from escaping scrutiny. Miss Universe Belize Fallout: Briceño also defended former Miss Universe Belize Isabella “Bella” Zabaneh after backlash over her call to raise the $10,000 procurement threshold, saying the economy has changed and the new portal will still boost transparency. Health Ministry Under Fire: A political ad has renewed questions about the Ministry of Health and Wellness budget and contracting; Minister Kevin Bernard insists medicines are bought through open tender. Child-Centered Justice Training: A two-day judicial workshop focused on trafficking, restorative justice, and diversion for child-centered decisions. Arts & Culture: Warasa Garifuna Drum School in Punta Gorda is offering free summer drum classes for youth. Sports & Youth Tech: Summer Bond camp adds robotics sessions, while Belize High School robotics students went fishing as part of a social media challenge ahead of competition in South Korea.
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