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…
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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…
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