AGP Executive Report
Last update: 43 minutes agoPublic Transport Upgrade: Cabinet has approved about BZ$20.9M to shift the National Bus Company plan toward electric buses and charging infrastructure, with a revised investment bill and a proposed long-term lease of bus terminals. Youth & Civic Mentorship: Youth Shadow Mayor Caitlin Aragon kicked off her leadership mentorship with a visit to Belize City Hall, touring the Mayor’s Office and learning how the council serves residents. Education Tech Push: Belize’s National EdTech Summit drew 1,200+ educators for training on classroom tech and digital learning strategies. Water Safety for Kids: The Eastern Division Community-Oriented Policing Unit launched a one-week swimming and lifesaving program for 50 children with the Belize Coast Guard. Telecom & Media: Belize Telemedia’s board voted to move ahead with buying Speednet/SMART, while the UDP questions transparency and due diligence, and Briceño family shareholders deny selling shares to Lord Ashcroft. Broadcasting Regulation: PM Briceño defended a proposed Broadcasting Bill aimed at licensing revenue-generating online news operators, saying it’s not censorship. Sports & Culture: Belize won the last-second game to take second place in the Emancipation Basketball Tournament in Taiwan, beating SVG 26–24. Community Leadership Through Art: 35 young women completed a Girls in Governance Leadership and Art Empowerment Camp with training in leadership, media engagement, and entrepreneurship.
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