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Roadblocks Update: Potosí Farmers Plan New Roadblocks, La Paz-Copacabana Highway Unchanged, and Morales March Faces Resistance
Potosí Farmers Plan New Roadblocks, La Paz-Copacabana Highway Unchanged, and Morales March Faces Resistance
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Political Tensions Fuel Highway Disruptions as Roadblocks Surge in La Paz
The La Paz-Copacabana highway has been impacted by a surge in roadblocks, according to the latest updates from the ABC's Road Accessibility Map (07:38). The number of roadblocks has increased from two to four, causing significant disruptions to travel.
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Current Roadblocks: Disruptions on La Paz-Copacabana and Sorata Routes
The ABC Road Accessibility Map currently shows a roadblock near the Vilaque Bridge in Palcoco. This roadblock is expected to disrupt access to Tuni Condoriri Park (Pico Austria) and Copacabana.
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La Paz Braces for Widespread Protests: What You Need to Know
A wave of protests is set to sweep across La Paz this week, with various sectors demanding different reforms and changes. A faction of the Ponchos Rojos, a powerful peasant union, will lead the charge with over 20 roadblocks planned on major routes connecting La Paz and El Alto to other parts of the country. Health workers, university teachers, trade unions and heavy transport workers will also join the demonstrations.
Transportation
Roadblock on Santa Cruz-Cochabamba Highway Announced for this Wednesday
A roadblock is set to take place on the Santa Cruz-Cochabamba highway starting this Wednesday, at the Yapacaní bridge. The measure is in response to the regional government's failure to meet commitments to the Faja Norte area.
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At Least 14 Dead in Narvaez Bus Accident on Tarija-Santa Cruz Highway
A devastating bus accident struck Friday night on the Tarija-Santa Cruz highway near Abra del Cóndor, the highest point of Ruta Nacional 11 connecting Tarija with the Chaco. A Narvaez company bus, heading to Entre Ríos, collided with a cliff, leaving over 10 dead and several others injured, according to preliminary reports.
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Cochabamba Markets Shut Down as Trade Unions Demand Dollars and Diesel; Santa Cruz Holds Joint Assembly
A large-scale protest is set to sweep through Cochabamba this Monday, following an announcement by trade unions declaring that they will take the streets ongoing dollar shortage and diesel scarcity.
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Santa Cruz – Beni Highway Roadblock Over Biotechnology Reaches Day Ten
This Wednesday marks the tenth day of a roadblock in San Julián as residents intensify their demand for government approval of transgenic seeds.
Transportation
Heavy Truckers Temporarily Suspend Roadblocks
The heavy transport sector has agreed to a temporary suspension of roadblocks until August 6th following a meeting with the National Hydrocarbons Agency (ANH). The decision comes after days of protests over fuel shortages and other demands.
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Heavy Truckers Splinter from Bolivian Drivers’ Federation, Continue with Roadblocks Despite Agreement
Despite reaching an agreement with the Confederación de Choferes de Bolivia, heavy trucker leaders announced on Radio Fides that they will continue their strike. They have reiterated their ultimatum for early elections within 72 hours from Wednesday if their demands for fuel supplies and the removal of certain state officials are not addressed.
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Bolivian Transport Drivers Agree to End National Strike After Reaching Deal with Government
The Secretary of the Confederación de Choferes de Bolivia, Lucio Gómez, announced on Thursday that after reaching an agreement that includes a meeting with all the ministers next Thursday, it ...
Transportation
Santa Cruz Roadblocks Disrupt Transport and Impact Viru Viru Airport
A 24-hour nationwide transport strike is underway this Thursday, with heavy transport blocking highways and protesting the diesel shortage in Bolivia. The first roadblock points were established both in Santa ...
Transportation
Chuquisaca Faces Gridlock as Defiant Transport Sectors Escalate Nationwide Strike
Chuquisaca remains gridlocked on the second day of a nationwide heavy transport strike, despite the local drivers’ federation distancing itself from the protest. However, other transport sectors in Sucre have ...
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Heavy Transport Sector to Launch Indefinite Nationwide Strike and Road Blockades Starting this Wednesday
Starting at midnight on Wednesday, July 31st, the heavy transport sector will begin an indefinite nationwide strike with road blockades in protest of the lack of fuel and dollars in ...
Transportation
Yungas Transport Joins Nationwide Strike, Impacting Travel to Rurrenabaque and Coroico
The Executive Board of the Regional Federation of Yungas Transport in La Paz just released a statement in which it has directed affiliated unions and federations to participate in a ...
Transportation
Roadblocks Heavily Disrupt Traffic in Bolivia: Everything You Need to Know
Roadblocks have emerged on various highways across the country this Tuesday, led by transport workers and intercultural groups. These roadblocks are obstructing key routes in La Paz, Oruro, Chuquisaca (Sucre), ...
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Strategic Entrances, Avenues, and Streets in Sucre Blocked Today
Late last night, the Federation of Drivers of Chuquisaca announced the suspension of public transport services and blockades at city entrances and streets starting at midnight. The strike is in ...
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Oruro Paralyzed by Widespread Roadblocks Amidst Drivers’ Strike, Sajama Park Affected
The city of Oruro was brought to a standstill this morning due to a series of roadblocks initiated by the San Cristóbal Departmental Federation of Drivers. While ABC’s Road Accessibility ...
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Oruro Drivers Announce 24-Hour Strike this Monday Amidst Fuel Shortage Crisis
The San Cristóbal Departmental Federation of Drivers in Oruro has announced a 24-hour strike set for Monday, July 29th, in response to ongoing diesel and gasoline shortages. The decision was ...
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Bolivian Drivers’ Union Calls 24-Hour National Strike on August 1st, Including Road and Border Closures
A national assembly of the Bolivian Drivers’ Union (Confederación Sindical de Choferes de Bolivia), convened this morning in Tarija, has resolved to stage a 24-hour nationwide mobilized strike on August 1st.
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Diesel Shortages Persist in Bolivia; Cochabamba Bus Drivers Block Airport Entrance in Protest
Bolivia's state-owned oil company, YPFB, announced yesterday a 22% reduction in diesel distribution nationwide due to "climatic factors." This decision has led to widespread shortages across the country. Long lines and supply issues Service stations across the country are experiencing long queues as drivers struggle to fill their tanks. While YPFB reported increasing fuel distribution by 2.5 million liters over the past three days, the supply still falls short of demand.
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Potosí-Sucre Highway Reopens as Residents, Authorities Reach Agreement
The highway connecting Potosí and Sucre (Ruta Nacional 5) is now open for travel after a two-day roadblock in Chaqui. Early Tuesday morning, the Colavi community, who had mobilized for a road project, declared a pause in their protest following an agreement with the Potosí Governor's Office.
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Potosí-Sucre Highway Blocked by Colabi Residents Demanding Road Construction
Police in Potosí have confirmed a roadblock established on the main route connecting Potosí and Sucre (Ruta Nacional 5) at approximately 11:30 today. El Potosí reports that nearly a hundred community members from a mining region are behind the roadblock, set up at the Chaquí Crossing. The roadblock has been confirmed by the transit report from the ABC.
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Tiquina Strait Reopens After Strong Winds Shut Down Ferry Service
The Tiquina Strait, a vital transportation link across Lake Titicaca, has reopened after a two-day closure due to strong winds and dangerous wave conditions. Travelers and barge operators faced disruptions as gusts of wind whipped up waves that made navigating the strait unsafe.
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Strong Winds and Waves Disrupt Tiquina Strait Ferry Service
Residents of the Tiquina Strait are facing disruptions to ferry services due to strong waves caused by intense winds over the past few days. These weather conditions, typically occurring in August and September, have arrived earlier than usual this year, causing significant challenges for travelers.