This week in Bolivia
Bolivia experienced political friction this week, with former President Evo Morales criticizing the current government and President Rodrigo Paz denying any official ties to an imprisoned political advisor. Protests over diesel prices led to highway blockades, prompting government calls for dialogue to unblock routes. Additionally, authorities made arrests in drug trafficking cases, and local football news, including team payments and upcoming matches, received significant media coverage.
About Bolivia
Bolivia, a landlocked nation in the heart of South America, is renowned for its extraordinary geographical diversity, encompassing towering Andean peaks, vast Amazonian rainforests, and the surreal Uyuni Salt Flats. This rich tapestry is matched by a vibrant indigenous culture, making it a captivating destination. However, its media landscape is notably polarized along political lines, with increasing government pressure on critical outlets shaping news coverage.
Visiting Bolivia
Media landscape
Bolivia's media environment is characterized by political polarization and a high concentration of private ownership. Government pressure on critical outlets has intensified in recent years, leading to concerns about press freedom.
To gain a comprehensive understanding, seek news from a variety of sources, as outlets often align with specific political viewpoints.
Gustavo Ávila: “The TSE proposes a new electoral law to modernize democracy”
Bolivia’s electoral authorities are preparing a broad rewrite of the country’s election rules, with the first discussions scheduled in Cochabamba. Gustavo Ávila, president of the Supreme Electoral Tri…
Santa Cruz Begins Anniversary Month Amid Unresolved Diesel Crisis
Santa Cruz is beginning its anniversary month with diesel queues still dominating daily life. Civic institutions are preparing celebrations and businesses are looking toward Expocruz, but producers an…
Boy’s plea to Colombia’s president exposes unequal access to healthcare
Lucas Murillo’s appeal for help reached Colombia’s president and led to rapid medical action. The seven-year-old, who was born with a congenital heart condition, says he uses oxygen, has had three ope…
Bolivian dollar rate nears July peak
Bolivia’s dollar rate is approaching the highest level recorded in July after the Central Bank of Bolivia set Tuesday’s quotation at Bs 12.12. The rate, published at 8 p.m. Monday, stood just three ce…
Benzema leaves Al-Hilal and becomes a free agent
Karim Benzema’s time at Al-Hilal has ended earlier than planned. The Saudi club and the French striker agreed on Monday to terminate his contract by mutual consent, despite an agreement that had been …
Paz to Bolivia’s new police command: “Where crime exists, the state must exist”
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz gave the country’s new police command a broad mandate: restore the state’s presence wherever criminal groups or violence have filled an institutional vacuum. At the appo…
Bolivia’s New Police Commander Pledges “All-Out Fight” Against Corruption and Organized Crime
Col. Adrián Javier Álvarez Arismendi took charge of Bolivia’s police with a promise to launch an “all-out fight” against corruption, organized crime, drug trafficking, human trafficking, migrant smugg…
Milei thanks Messi after national-team retirement: ‘Thank you, impossible man’
President Javier Milei thanked Lionel Messi after the forward announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team, calling him an “impossible man.” Milei posted the tribute alongside a photograph …
How Well Do You Know Santa Cruz? El Deber Launches an Entertaining Game for September
El Deber is inviting readers to test their knowledge of Santa Cruz with a daily online trivia game throughout September. The quizzes will cover the department’s history and present-day reality. Questi…
Darwin Lom Out for at Least Three Weeks with The Strongest Injury
Darwin Lom will miss at least three weeks for The Strongest after suffering a partial tear in the back of his left thigh. The injury occurred during Sunday’s clásico against Bolívar at Hernando Siles …
Lamine Yamal and Raphinha shine as Barcelona rout Rayo Vallecano
Barcelona turned a difficult start into a 5-2 victory over Rayo Vallecano, with Lamine Yamal and Raphinha providing the attacking spark in a match that briefly threatened to slip away from the defendi…
Gas leak prompts evacuation of 11 people from Santa Cruz clinic
Eleven people were evacuated from a clinic in Santa Cruz after a gas leak was reported in its operating-room area. The group included hospitalized patients, medical staff and administrative workers. T…
Arsenal strike at the right moment to beat Aston Villa
Arsenal found the breakthrough in the 58th minute, when Riccardo Calafiori recovered a loose ball and Bukayo Saka finished to secure a 1-0 win at Aston Villa. The goal came after Arsenal had struggled…
Guabirá Lose Their Way in 5-1 Thrashing by San Antonio in Entre Ríos
Guabirá’s poor run deepened with a 5-1 defeat to San Antonio in Entre Ríos, leaving the sugar-producing club without a win in three consecutive matches. The game began evenly, but San Antonio graduall…
Father Mateo Urges Lawmakers to Advance 10% Health Funding Bill
Father Mateo Bautista is urging Bolivian lawmakers to advance a bill that would dedicate at least 10% of the national budget to health care. The priest met representatives of the Santa Cruz parliament…
Bolivia’s 6-1 win ranks among Messi’s biggest humiliations with Argentina
Lionel Messi’s record in Bolivia contains one of the heaviest defeats of his Argentina career. On April 1, 2009, Argentina lost 6-1 to Bolivia at La Paz’s Hernando Siles stadium in a World Cup qualify…
Argentina: Investigation involving Evo Morales advances slowly in court
An Argentine court investigation involving former Bolivian President Evo Morales remains active, but the proceedings have moved slowly. Nicolás Silvera, a lawyer for the Apolo Foundation, which is par…
Bolivian film Cielo, after winning international acclaim, comes home to cinemas
After traveling through festivals and cinemas in several countries, Cielo is returning to Bolivia for its national release on Thursday, Sept. 3. The film has received awards for its cinematography and…
Messi’s Argentina career closes after a World Cup, two Copa América titles and a record haul
Lionel Messi’s retirement from Argentina closes a national-team career that began with an expulsion seconds after his debut and ended after more than two decades of records and trophies. Messi first a…
Santa Cruz to Set Date for Civic Assembly Over Bolivia’s Diesel Crisis
Santa Cruz’s civic movement is preparing to decide what action to take over Bolivia’s diesel shortage, which its leaders say now affects the entire country. The expanded board of the Pro Santa Cruz Co…
Imcruz and Suzuki join UNICEF Bolivia telethon for fifth straight year to support children
Imcruz and Suzuki will donate a 2026 Suzuki Alto to Bolivia's UNICEF Telethon, continuing a partnership that has supported the event for five consecutive years. The seventh telethon, titled “It's Time…
Argentine Football Figures Salute Lionel Messi After His National-Team Retirement
Lionel Messi said he had “given all I had” as he announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team, prompting an emotional wave of tributes from teammates and football clubs. The 39-year-old for…
Camila Zenteno crowned Santa Cruz’s new queen
Camila Zenteno Vargas has been chosen as Santa Cruz’s new queen after winning 43.68% of the vote. The 25-year-old business administration graduate, who also holds a diploma in higher education, will r…
“Thank You, Captain”: Football World Reacts to Messi’s Retirement
Lionel Messi’s announcement that he will permanently retire from Argentina’s national team quickly turned into a wave of tributes from across football. Argentina’s official national-team account prais…
Santa Cruz council approves Sept. 23 ceremony marking independence struggle
Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s Municipal Council will hold its formal ceremony marking the department’s independence struggle on Sept. 23, after lawmakers approved the date unanimously on Monday. The event…
Global Compact Bolivia Takes Regional Lead on Target Gender Equality 2026 in Latin America and the Caribbean
Global Compact Bolivia has taken responsibility for coordinating the 2026 regional edition of Target Gender Equality, a United Nations Global Compact initiative that helps companies set and pursue amb…
Messi announces retirement from Argentina national team: “I gave everything, and I have nothing left to give”
Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from Argentina’s national team after more than two decades with the Albiceleste. The captain said he wrote the statement on July 21, two days after the 2026 W…
Santa Cruz again shows why it is Bolivia’s football capital
A packed stadium, rival colors and nonstop chanting turned Santa Cruz’s 208th derby into a citywide football celebration. Blooming and Oriente Petrolero met at the Ramón Tahuichi Aguilera stadium, whe…
Spider-Man becomes history’s fourth highest-grossing film with $2.332 billion
Spider-Man has climbed to fourth place among the highest-grossing films in history after adding another $68 million worldwide over the past week. The movie has now generated $2.332 billion globally, a…
Self-criticism and hard work are Blooming’s route out of its slump
Blooming’s captain and coach offered no excuses after a 3-0 defeat to Oriente Petrolero in the Cruceño derby. Both said the team’s way out of its difficult spell would be more work. Moisés Villarroel …
Oriente Petrolero thrashes Blooming 3-0 in the Cruceño derby
Oriente Petrolero imposed its style on the 208th Cruceño derby, defeating Blooming 3-0 at Tahuichi Aguilera Stadium in Santa Cruz de la Sierra. Blooming started with greater attacking intent and creat…
Bolivia to Begin Electoral Reform Process on Wednesday
Bolivia’s electoral authorities will meet in Cochabamba on Wednesday to formally open the country’s electoral reform process. The meeting will bring together the Supreme Electoral Tribunal and the nin…
Marset gave up his device passwords and now wants their contents excluded as evidence
Sebastián Marset’s lawyers are trying to keep prosecutors from using the contents of his electronic devices, arguing that DEA agents pressured him into surrendering the passwords. The defense submitte…
Bolívar Overpowers The Strongest 4-2 in the Classic
Bolívar dominated The Strongest 4-2 in a fast-paced Bolivian clásico, scoring four goals in a 24-minute burst and controlling the match for most of the game. Bolívar opened the scoring after three min…
San Julián announces 24-hour blockade over diesel prices for large consumers
Producers in San Julián say 120 liters of diesel will not cover their needs during the winter harvest. In response, the municipality's social organizations announced a 24-hour road blockade for Wednes…
Santa Cruz faces a week of intense heat, strong winds and two cold fronts
Santa Cruz is heading into a week of sharp weather swings, with extreme heat, powerful winds, rain and two short-lived cold fronts expected across the department. The hottest conditions will arrive in…
Montero marks 172nd anniversary with civic and cultural celebrations
Montero marked its 172nd founding anniversary with a day of civic, religious and cultural ceremonies honoring the city’s patron saint, San Ramón Nonato. The program began with a civic ceremony at the …
Alert Issued for Possible River Overflows in La Paz, Santa Cruz and Cochabamba
Bolivia’s National Meteorology and Hydrology Service has issued an orange hydrological alert for possible river overflows in three departments: La Paz, Cochabamba and Santa Cruz. The service forecast …
Santa Cruz civic and farming groups prepare new measures over diesel crisis
Santa Cruz’s agricultural and civic groups are preparing to consider new pressure measures as diesel shortages strain the region’s producers and deepen tensions with Bolivia’s government. The Eastern …
Always Ready edge ABB 1-0 in Villa Ingenio
Always Ready needed a late individual effort from Jesús Maraude to beat ABB 1-0 in Villa Ingenio. The forward scored eight minutes from the end in a tight match that produced few chances. Both teams r…
Bolivia records 628 heat spots, 60% in Santa Cruz
Bolivia recorded 628 heat spots by 7 a.m. Sunday, with six of the country’s nine departments reporting satellite-detected hot points. Santa Cruz had the largest share, with 379 spots, equivalent to 60…
Iran reports US attacks on Larak Island
Iran’s Revolutionary Guards reported US attacks on Larak Island, saying the strikes killed and wounded people but providing no figures. In statements carried by Fars and Tasnim, a Guards spokesman cal…
Bolivia trains prosecutors to tackle drug-related crime in Tarija border areas
Prosecutors in Bolivia’s Tarija department received specialized training on drug-related crime in border areas as the Public Prosecutor’s Office reviewed their work. The training came through the spec…
Feliciana Rodríguez Cultural Center reports theft and warns of insecurity in Santa Cruz’s historic center
The theft at Santa Cruz de la Sierra’s Feliciana Rodríguez Cultural Center left behind more than missing cash and personal belongings. The institution said the incident created a “deep sense of helple…
208 classics and a rivalry that brings Santa Cruz to a standstill
Blooming and Oriente Petrolero will renew Santa Cruz’s biggest football rivalry on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the Tahuichi Aguilera stadium. The match, part of the second round of the Copa Bolivia, will b…
Government Confirms Team Is Working to “Improve” Diesel Decree
Bolivia’s government is working on changes to the diesel decree that has triggered road blockades and threats of further protests, Defense Minister Ernesto Justiniano said. “An team is working to see …
School director evacuated 900 children minutes before floods in Nepal hit classrooms
A school director evacuated 900 children in Nepal just minutes before floodwaters hit the classrooms. One student said the children had been studying when the flooding arrived. The teachers had gather…
Roman telescope ready for launch, capable of observing 2,000 galaxies
NASA is poised to launch the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, billed as the largest panoramic observatory ever constructed, on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket this Sunday. The launch is scheduled for 7…
Six-year-old girl rescued alive after 60 hours trapped in Nepal landslide debris
A six-year-old girl was rescued alive in Timure, northern Nepal, almost 60 hours after she became trapped under the debris of a flash flood. The rescue occurred as the chances of finding survivors wer…
Roberto the Doll Eases Cancer Treatment Fears for Bolivian Children
In eastern Bolivia, a simple cloth doll named Roberto is providing comfort and clarity to children battling cancer. Characterized by a miniature hospital gown, a few strands of hair, and a small backp…
Santa Cruz de la Sierra restarts drainage channel cleaning, expects completion by November
The Autonomous Municipal Government of Santa Cruz de la Sierra has resumed maintenance work on the city's lined drainage channels. The initiative aims to restore the channels' hydraulic capacity, ensu…
Liverpool held to a draw by Nottingham Forest at Anfield
Liverpool's struggles continued as they were held to a disappointing 2-2 draw at Anfield by Nottingham Forest. The result means the Reds have yet to secure a victory in the nascent Premier League seas…
Bolivia secures another medal at Pan American Junior Karate Championship
Bolivia continues to add to its medal tally at the XXXV Pan American Junior Karate Championship held in Cartago, Costa Rica. Juan Pablo Terceros secured a silver medal on Friday, the second day of the…
Julián Álvarez's future uncertain as transfer window nears close
Argentine forward Julián Álvarez finds himself at a crossroads as the transfer window rapidly approaches its closure, with his future hanging in the balance between staying at Atlético Madrid or pursu…
Mourinho: Mbappé deserves the Ballon d'Or
Real Madrid coach José Mourinho has firmly stated his belief that Kylian Mbappé is the deserving recipient of the Ballon d'Or, asserting that the award should recognize individual excellence that leav…
Chinese delegation visits Samaipata, explores coffee export opportunities
Samaipata, Bolivia, welcomed a delegation from the People's Republic of China, led by Ambassador Wang Liang, with a focus on bolstering commercial and cultural connections. The visit aimed to explore …
Bolivian Colonel Arrested for Drug Trafficking and Arms Possession, Faces Extradition to U.S.
A high-ranking Bolivian Air Force colonel has been arrested on charges of international drug trafficking and illegal arms possession. The arrest, a coordinated effort involving Bolivia's Special Force…
Bolivian town reclaims municipal land used for motocross
In El Puente, Bolivia, a significant municipal property of 5 hectares has been successfully reclaimed by the community and local authorities after being encroached upon by private individuals. The lan…
Prosecutor orders arrest of three foreigners for attack on Nadia Beller
Bolivian prosecutors have issued three new arrest warrants for foreign nationals as part of the investigation into the attempted femicide of Nadia Beller, an attack that occurred on August 17 in Santa…
Bolivian prosecutor warns officials against interfering in Cerimedo investigation
Bolivia's Attorney General, Roger Mariaca, has issued a strong warning to high-ranking government officials and employees of public institutions, cautioning them against any interference in the ongoin…
US extradites ex-minister to Ecuador, investigated in Villavicencio murder
Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa announced the extradition of former minister José Serrano from the United States, where he had been detained by immigration services since last year. Serrano is under…
Bolivia Needs 10 Exploration Rigs to Recertify Gas Reserves, Official Says
Bolivia requires a significant investment in exploration to bolster its natural gas reserves, with officials emphasizing the need for at least 10 exploration rigs to operate concurrently. Abel Villega…
Bolivia's Ombudsman Identifies Seven Factors Fueling Potential Conflicts
The Bolivian Ombudsman's Office has identified seven critical factors that could ignite future conflicts, with the departments of La Paz, Cochabamba, and Santa Cruz emerging as hotspots for pre-confli…
Venezuelan leader confirms historic oil deal with US, thanks Trump
Venezuela's acting president, Delcy Rodríguez, announced a "historic agreement" for oil production with the United States, thanking President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The deal,…
Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru Sign Joint Declaration on Critical Minerals
In a significant move to bolster regional influence in the global market, the governments of Chile, Argentina, Bolivia, and Peru have signed a joint declaration on critical minerals. The agreement, in…
Road Blockade in San Pablo Temporarily Lifted Between Santa Cruz and Beni
Producers protesting Supreme Decree 5676 have temporarily lifted a blockade on the San Pablo bridge, facilitating the passage of vehicles between Santa Cruz and Beni. The road, which had been blocked …
Prosecutor seeks six-month jail term for Fernando Cerimedo in illicit enrichment case
Fernando Cerimedo, currently incarcerated at Palmasola prison for a separate legal process, is set to appear in a virtual hearing this Saturday. The prosecution aims to secure a six-month pre-trial de…
Santa Cruz queen to be chosen by popular vote among three finalists
The selection process for the Queen of Santa Cruz has narrowed down to three finalists, chosen from an initial pool of 18 hopefuls. The decision on who will wear the crown will now rest with the publi…
Bolivia's ruling party seeks consensus to extend state of emergency
Bolivia's ruling party is pushing for an extension of the state of emergency, with lawmakers debating whether to prolong the measure for 30 to 180 days. The party believes a longer extension is "ideal…
Argentine Political Advisor Cerimedo Faces New Drug Trafficking Charges
Fernando Cerimedo, an Argentine political advisor, is now facing a fourth criminal investigation, this time for alleged drug trafficking and conspiracy. The Beni Departmental Prosecutor's Office in Bo…
Santa Cruz Declares Orange Alert Amidst 14 Active Forest Fires
The Santa Cruz Governorate has elevated its alert status to Orange for Forest Fires, responding to a critical surge in active blazes and heat foci across the region. The declaration comes as the depar…
Suspected 'Los Choleros' member arrested in Cobija, Bolivia
Authorities in Cobija, Bolivia, have arrested a man identified as Josué R. S., a suspected member of the criminal organization 'Los Choleros.' The arrest occurred during a raid in the Paraíso neighbor…
Bayern Munich thrashes Stuttgart 5-1 to open Bundesliga season
Bayern Munich kicked off their Bundesliga title defense with a resounding 5-1 victory over Stuttgart, showcasing their attacking prowess. Dayot Upamecano opened the scoring with a header from a Joshua…
Milan Returns to San Siro with a 2-0 Victory Over Venezia
AC Milan celebrated their return to the San Siro stadium with a solid 2-0 victory over Venezia in Serie A. The match marked a significant moment for the club, showcasing a renewed squad under the guid…
Strong winds cause nearly 1,000 emergencies in Santa Cruz, Bolivia
Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia, is grappling with the aftermath of strong winds that have generated nearly 1,000 emergencies since Thursday. The Rural Electrification Cooperative (CRE) has been work…
Late goals save PSG from defeat against Lille
Paris Saint-Germain snatched a dramatic 2-2 draw against Lille thanks to late heroics from Vitinha and Marquinhos, who scored in the 91st and 95th minutes respectively. This remarkable comeback preven…
Manchester City thrashes Crystal Palace 4-1, Cherki and Haaland score braces
Manchester City demonstrated their attacking prowess with a resounding 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace, propelled by a stellar performance from Rayan Cherki and a brace from Erling Haaland. Cherki, pl…
Bolivia finishes tennis championship with three runner-up titles
Bolivia concluded its campaign at the ITF World Tennis Tour Juniors and Cosat Tour youth championship in Chile, securing three runner-up positions. The national players Oliver Solis in the U-18 catego…
Bolivian President Guarantees Support for Governors Importing Fuel
Bolivian President Rodrigo Paz has pledged "all guarantees" for governors across the country who choose to import diesel and gasoline at international market prices. This move aims to alleviate the cu…
Bolivia Invests in Gas Production with Inauguration of Junín-9D Well
President Rodrigo Paz marked the commencement of drilling for the Junín-9D well in Santa Cruz, underscoring his administration's commitment to investing in Bolivia's gas industry. The project, managed…
Bolivia shines at Youth Pan American Karate Championship with one gold, two silvers, two bronzes
Bolivia has made a remarkable start at the 35th Youth Pan American Karate Championship held in Cartago, Costa Rica, capturing a total of five medals within the initial stages of the competition. The s…
Civic Committee Calls Expanded Board Meeting Over Diesel Shortage
The Civic Committee pro Santa Cruz has summoned an expanded board meeting for Monday, August 31, to address growing concerns over a diesel shortage. Yacimientos Petrolíferos Fiscales de Bolivia (YPFB)…
Bolivia's FAM Proposes Tax Incentive for Diesel Imports Amid Shortage
The Federation of Municipal Associations of Bolivia (FAM) has proposed applying the Tax Refund Certificate (CEDEIM) mechanism to facilitate diesel imports, as the country grapples with a significant s…
Andean tubers chuño and tunta boost gut health, study finds
Traditional Andean foods chuño and tunta, long used for preserving potatoes in harsh climates, are now recognized by science for their significant health benefits. Research conducted by scientists fro…
Pope Warns of States' Difficulty Controlling Private AI Giants
Pope Francis has issued a stark warning regarding the growing power of private artificial intelligence (AI) giants and the struggle of nation-states to maintain control. Speaking at the Vatican during…
Para Ellas marks double anniversary with fair, heel race, and show
The supplement 'Para Ellas' from EL DEBER is set to celebrate a significant milestone this Saturday, August 29, marking both its 40th anniversary and the first year of its streaming program. The festi…
Ex-Independiente Football Fan Leader Arrested for Drug Trafficking
Argentine security minister Alejandra Monteoliva confirmed the capture of Pablo Álvarez, notorious leader of the Independiente football club's "barra brava" (fan group). Álvarez, widely known as "Bebo…
Julio César Baldivieso returns to Aurora as coach
Julio César Baldivieso is back at the helm of Aurora, the club announced Friday. The Cochabamba-born coach will lead the team alongside Enrique David Díaz, stepping in after the exit of Colombian mana…
Blooming faces crucial derby match amid player doubts and recent draws
Blooming enters the highly anticipated Santa Cruz derby with a cloud of doubt hanging over its squad, following two consecutive draws that have raised concerns among fans and management. The team's re…
French league fines PSG 150,000 euros over pitch condition
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) has been fined 150,000 euros by the French Professional Football League (LFP) due to the poor condition of the pitch at their home stadium, the Parc des Princes. The league's…
Inter Miami Appoints 'Kily' González as New Coach Amidst Results Crisis
Inter Miami has named Cristian Alberto 'Kily' González as its new head coach, signaling a change in leadership as the club navigates a difficult period. González, who has been without a team since lea…
Bolivian entrepreneur plans new airline, Cruzair, for 2027 launch
Bolivian entrepreneur Humberto Roca is preparing to re-enter the aviation business with Cruzair, a new airline he aims to launch in 2027. The company is currently in the second stage of its certificat…
Strong winds uproot trees onto vehicles, injuring one person
Santa Cruz de la Sierra experienced significant disruption as strong winds, reaching up to 90 kilometers per hour, caused 23 emergencies across the city. The most common incidents involved fallen tree…
Bolivia's Senate approves bill mandating state information transparency
Bolivia's Senate has overwhelmingly approved a bill that will establish transparency as the general rule for state information, allowing any citizen to request data without needing to justify their in…
Bolivian agricultural sector issues ultimatum over diesel price decree
Bolivia's agricultural sector has issued an ultimatum to the government, demanding the immediate repeal of Supreme Decree 5676, which has set diesel prices at Bs 18 per liter for large consumers. The …
Bolivia: Prosecutors drop charges in second case related to Zúñiga's attempted coup
Prosecutors in La Paz have closed a second legal case against former General Juan José Zúñiga, stemming from the military uprising in June 2024. This case, referred to by authorities as "coup II," had…
Bolivian Municipalities Demand 50/50 Resource Split and Return of Withheld Funds
Municipal governments in Bolivia are presenting a unified front, demanding significant changes to resource allocation and urging the national government to address pressing economic issues. Key among …
Protesters Block Santa Cruz-Beni Route Again After Police Dispersal
Protesters in Bolivia's Beni province have resumed their blockade of the vital Santa Cruz-Beni route, escalating their demonstration after a police operation to clear the San Pablo bridge. The product…
Guabirá falls to Independiente 3-1 after two own goals, drops in standings
Guabirá missed a significant opportunity to climb the league table after suffering a 3-1 defeat against Independiente in Sucre. The loss caused the team to drop from fourth to sixth place in the stand…
Bolivian Municipalities Demand Repeal of Decree Funding Eduardo Abaroa Prize
Municipalities across Bolivia are urging the government to revoke a decade-old decree that they argue unfairly siphons off their revenue. The Federation of Municipal Associations (FAM) is leading the …