Tag: Bolivia
faced with oil shortage, exports suspended for three months
In Bolivia, the economic crisis continues to affect the daily lives of the population. For at least a week, the country’s main cities have been facing an oil shortage. As…
“inflammatory” laws called into question
In Bolivia, an unprecedented ecological disaster continues. This year, more than 10 million hectares of forests and agricultural land have been ravaged by flames. But these fires are not just…
supporters of former president Morales detain 200 soldiers
At least 200 Bolivian soldiers were held hostage on Saturday November 2 by supporters of former President Evo Morales, after the assault on three barracks as part of anti-government demonstrations…
the chicken shortage, a symbol of socio-political tensions
Bolivia has been paralyzed for more than two weeks due to blockages in the Cochabamba region in the center of the country. Result: in La Paz, the administrative capital of…
Bolivia’s former president says he was the target of an armed attack | News in brief
According to Evo Morales, his driver was wounded in the shooting. In Bolivia, the country’s former president Evo Morales says that he was the target of an armed attack on…
National emergency declared over fires ravaging the country
In Bolivia, the east of the country has been ravaged by fires for more than two months. In total, nearly 4 million hectares have been destroyed by the flames, causing…
Bolivia is fighting for the legalization of coca leaves
Should coca leaf get rid of its international drug classification, so that it can then be legalized? Yes, that is what Bolivia and Colombia, two of the world’s largest producers…
In Bolivia, more than 20 people died in a traffic accident | News in brief
According to the police, an additional 16 people were injured in the accident. According to initial information, the accident occurred when a truck was trying to overtake the car in…
March in support of President Arce after attempted coup
In Bolivia, a large march in defense of democracy took place on Friday, July 12 in La Paz. Trade unions, peasant and indigenous organizations, and ordinary citizens were numerous in…
Héctor Garibay, the man who dreams of making Bolivia shine in the marathon at the 2024 Olympics
Bolivia, which has been at the Olympic Games since 1936, for a total of fifteen participations, is the only South American country that has never won a medal. Héctor Garibay…