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2024 Salvadoran Population Census Reveals 49,788 Foreigners Now Call El Salvador Home
According to the VII Population Census and VI Housing Census published by El Salvador’s Central Reserve Bank (BCR), 49,788 foreign-born individuals currently live in El Salvador. Those born abroad and residing in El Salvador make up 0.83% of the country’s total population of 6,029,976. The number of foreign-born residents in … Read more
President Nayib Bukele’s Approval Rating: 89% Job Approval in the Latest Survey
Since becoming president in 2019, President Nayib Bukele’s approval rating has been over 75%; his approval is the highest any Salvadoran president has sustained during consecutive presidential terms. Nayib Bukele’s popularity continues in 2024. His unique leadership style, focus on enhancing security, and innovative governance approach have struck a chord … Read more
All Souls Day in El Salvador: Commemorating and Paying Respect to Departed Souls
All Souls Day in El Salvador is celebrated yearly on November 2; it is a Roman Catholic observance used to remember dead loved ones and pray for the souls of the departed. On this day, families and friends gather at cemeteries and adorn graves with vibrant ornaments, candles, and offerings. … Read more
El Salvador’s Bitcoin Experiment: Salvadorans Aren’t Using It for Transactions
A recent survey conducted by the Francisco Gavidia University (UFG) revealed that 92% of Salvadorans do not use Bitcoin for their daily transactions. Only 7.5% reported using the cryptocurrency, while 0.5% chose not to respond. This survey results indicate that most Salvadorans have yet to adopt Bitcoin, prompting important questions … Read more
UFG Survey: Despite Economic Struggles, Most Salvadorans Support the Country’s Current Direction
The “Rumbo País 2024” survey released today by Disruptiva of the Francisco Gavidia University (UFG) shows that Salvadorans remain confident in the country’s direction despite economic challenges. When asked, “How do you see the future of the country?“ 58.2% responded optimistically. On the other hand, 31.8% stated uncertainty, 7.9% expressed … Read more
The 10 Most Dangerous Places In El Salvador in 2024, Based on Homicides
Over the last few years, El Salvador has made tremendous strides in security improvement. The country has gone from one of the most dangerous in Latin America to one of the safest. This security improvement has increased further in 2024. From January 1 to October 1, the Salvadoran National Police … Read more
El Salvador Makes History: Joining the Ranks of the World’s Safest Nations
El Salvador has made history by joining the ranks of the world’s safest nations for the first time. This remarkable achievement reflects the country’s progress in enhancing security and showcases a dedicated effort to reduce crime and protect its citizens. This improved security achievement is attributed to the government’s aggressive … Read more