National Garifuna Council Submits New MOU to Government

The National Garifuna Council (NGC) has submitted a draft for its revised memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the government to the Ministry of Indigenous Affairs. The NGC handed over the draft to Minister Dr. Louis Zabaneh yesterday, as part of the ongoing dialogue with the ministry. The new MOU builds upon the previous document signed with GOB back in 1999, highlighting key areas of focus for the NGC. According to the council, the aim of the new MOU is to see policy and legislation passed that will secure the rights of the Garinagu as one of the indigenous peoples of Belize. NGC National President Alex Nolberto spoke with our newsroom about the content of the new draft.

The NGC is also planning to host information sessions with its membership countrywide to discuss the MOU and other important matters.