Aljazeera reports: Water rationing introduced as Bolivia drought worsens Water rationing becomes permanent in La Paz as the dams run dry. Authorities have declared water rationing in La Paz to be a permanent measure as the drought in Bolivia worsens. The three main dams that supply water to the city are almost dry. The main…
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Dozens of Bolivia Prosecutors Dismissed for Corruption
InSight Crime reports: Dozens of Bolivia Prosecutors Dismissed for Corruption Written by Tristan Clavel Authorities in Bolivia say they have dismissed 60 prosecutors for corruption this year, a sign that corruption endures within the judiciary despite government efforts aimed at addressing the issue. Speaking at a November 15 press conference, Bolivian Attorney General Ramiro Guerrero…
After 11 years of total control of ALL State powers, this is evo’s legacy!
This cartoon is from El Diario, 11/16/2016: It brilliantly summarizes all the accomplishments and “successes” of the coca grower caudillo’s government … over the last 11 years, he managed to waste more than $150 billion dollars!
Want to Climb a 19,000-foot Mountain? In Bolivia, Even Rank Amateurs Can
Henry Wismayer writes in The Wall Street Journal: Want to Climb a 19,000-foot Mountain? In Bolivia, Even Rank Amateurs Can Bolivia’s Huayna Potosi is a (somewhat) gentle giant—it’s easy enough for amateurs to climb but heart-thumping enough to earn them bragging rights. “KNOW WHEN to turn back.” Anyone familiar with the axioms of mountaineering knows…
Bolivian city: La Paz, dealing with severe drought
Channel 6, Corpus Christi, TX, Kristv.com reports : Bolivia city dealing with severe drought BOLIVIA – Residents in Bolivia are having to ration their water. That as three main dams that supply water to the city of La Paz are almost dry. Local media reports that the main dam is at 1% capacity, while the other two are…
Climate change with Bolivia most susceptible to be hit the hardest
Independent reports: Environment Map shows how climate change will hit the economies of the world’s poorest countries hardest Credit rating agency Moody’s issues guide to how climate change will affect states’ ability to repay their debts Ian Johnston Environment Corrrespondent A map showing the countries which are most susceptible to the effects of climate change…
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