By Iván Ramos, Erbol: The secret of Simeón Roncal: how the Bolivian cueca was born between charangos and sacred music Simeón Tadeo Roncal Gallardo did not only compose cuecas. He built a bridge—between the rhythms of northern Potosí, European classical music, and the baroque cathedral tradition that still resonated in Sucre. That combination—which today defines…
Reports that YPFB President Claudia Cronenbold has submitted her resignation | Reportan que presidenta de YPFB Claudia Cronenbold presentó su renuncia
By Milton Condori, Vision 360: The executive assumed the position as president of YPFB on March 30, replacing Yussef Akly. The swearing-in of Claudia Cronenbold as president of YPFB. Photo: ABI Amid complaints over the lines once again forming at fuel stations and criticism from transport sectors over poor fuel quality, the president of Yacimientos…
“Steals, but gets things done” | “Roba, pero hace”
By Cecilia Lanza, El Deber: Does it sound familiar? Imagine how familiar it sounds to me, living in Cochabamba. “Steals, but gets things done” is not just cynicism: it is a moral transaction that involves all of us. Plain and simple: “I accept corruption if I get something in return.” From a public work that…
The deepest limit to development in Bolivia: its institutions | El límite más profundo del desarrollo en Bolivia, sus instituciones
By Oscar Antezana: Throughout this series we have explored different dimensions of economic development in Bolivia: the false dilemma between state and market, the persistent illusion of “miracle resources,” the accumulation of directionless projects, and the need to project a strategy beyond borders. The diagnosis seems clear: Bolivia does not lack opportunities; it lacks a…
Restoration Boost for Altiplano Masterpiece | Impulso a la joya del Altiplano
By Vision 360: The “Sistine Chapel of the Altiplano” will be restored with more than $66,000 from a U.S. cultural fund Restoration experts will carry out a comprehensive analysis of the temple’s current condition, including detailed photographic documentation, damage assessment, and a review of previous interventions. The church and its murals; Tuesday’s event, attended by…
Bolivian specialty coffee: in the shadow of its mountains and mines | Café de especialidad boliviano: a la sombra de sus montañas y socavones
By Fadrique Iglesias, Brujula Digital: Bolivia is emerging as a small but promising player in the global specialty coffee market. The sector’s growth is opening opportunities for producers, baristas, and new urban economies. Nathan Dumlao/Unsplash When the Iturralde family acquired a plot behind the Mururata snow-capped peak, nearly 6,000 meters high, they aimed to make…
Bolivian Thoughts | Pensamientos Bolivianos (Bilingual/Bilingüe) 