Business owners in downtown Belize express concerns about declining holiday sales despite increased shopper traffic this Christmas season.
The second weekend of the GST Waiver was more successful than the first, with fewer complaints and increased sales reported by the Belize Tax Service.
Some business owners are accused of defrauding consumers by not passing on tax-free prices, prompting a response from the tax office.
Fourteen winners will share a million dollar jackpot from the Belize Government Lotteries Limited's anniversary draw.
ASR/BSI announced a record shipment of 39,500 metric tonnes of raw bulk sugar from the Port of Big Creek, valued at nearly 49 million Belize dollars.
The start of the cane crop season has been delayed to December 27th due to weather and quality issues affecting the harvest.
The Prime Minister discusses the success and challenges of the first GST free weekend, highlighting its benefits for consumers and the Tax Department.
The Belize Women's Seaweed Farmers Association launched a project funded by the UK Government to develop the seaweed industry in Belize.
The Prime Minister announced record earnings from Boledo, with significant profits to support national health insurance and youth sports funding.
Shoppers in Belize City took advantage of the GST Waiver day, leading to crowded stores and significant savings on purchases.
Some storekeepers charged GST during a GST-free day, prompting complaints from consumers about unfair practices.
Retailers were found misrepresenting prices and misinterpreting GST regulations, prompting a call for better consumer education on tax classifications.
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