By Zoila Palma: Today, Leader of the Opposition Tracy Panton and the United Democratic Party extended congratulations to the people of Gales Point “Malanti” Manatee and to our wider Kriol Community on the official adoption and inscription of the “Krisimos Bram” and “Sambai” traditions onto the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
“This historic recognition affirms the richness, resilience, and global significance of Belize’s Kriol heritage. It is a proud moment for our nation, as these vibrant cultural expressions, rooted in community, memory, and identity, take their rightful place among the world’s treasured cultural traditions,” Panton expressed.
The UDP paid special tribute to the late Myrna Manzanares who dedicated her life to preserving and promoting Kriol culture, and to her mother Iris Abraham, whose commitment and advocacy ensured that these traditions remained alive and celebrated.
“Their legacy has now been permanently etched into the cultural record of humanity.
This UNESCO inscription is not only a cultural achievement but also an opportunity for Belize to strengthen cultural preservation, support heritage-based livelihoods, and empower communities like Gales Point that have long safeguarded these traditions with love and pride,” Panton added.
The UDP saluted all who worked tirelessly to make this moment possible.
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By Zoila Palma: Today, Leader of the Opposition Tracy Panton and the United Democratic Party extended congratulations to the people of Gales Point “Malanti” Manatee and to our wider Kriol Community on the official adoption and inscription of the “Krisimos Bram” and “Sambai” traditions onto the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of
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