United Nations Square: Serious signs of decay six months after inauguration

Six months after its grand reopening, the Plaza Naciones Unidas in Asunción's Mburicao neighborhood is already showing serious signs of premature decay and neglect. The plaza, which was the sole public space renovated with 10 billion Paraguayan guaranis from the G6 bonds, funds that have since disappeared during the current administration, is now described as a "symbol of failure" for Mayor Óscar “Nenecho” Rodríguez's tenure.

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The children's play area is particularly concerning. The carousel is practically unusable due to severe mechanical failures at its base, requiring excessive force to turn, making it impossible for children to operate. The wooden tower exhibits a dangerous tilt, compromising its stability and raising fears about the safety of local children due to the visibly poor condition of the materials. Neighbors, speaking anonymously for fear of reprisal, expressed outrage, suggesting that recycled materials may have been used to cut costs, leading to the rapid decomposition of wooden structures.

The neglect extends to the sports facilities intended for the neighborhood's youth. The football court, whose perimeter fencing was installed even after the official inauguration ceremony, now looks deplorable. Metal railings are heavily rusted and peeling, and the protective mesh has numerous large holes and dangerous wire fragments, rendering the enclosure ineffective.

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The danger is latent for the kids in the neighborhood due to the evident poor condition of the materials.

This premature deterioration of Plaza Naciones Unidas highlights a broader issue of municipal negligence in Asunción. The park's state suggests a lack of proper maintenance and oversight since its costly renovation, raising questions about the use of public funds and the city's commitment to preserving its public spaces.

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The materials used give the alarming impression of having been recycled to cut costs.