Life in El Salvador
El Salvador Prison System: IDHUCA Reports El Salvador Has the World’s Highest Incarceration Rate
SAN SALVADOR — El Salvador has the highest incarceration rate in the world, with nearly 2% of its population behind bars, according to a report presented Wednesday by the Human Rights Institute of the Central American University (IDHUCA) and other … Read more
El Salvador State of Exception: A Security Measure Implemented to Fight Gangs
El Salvador State of Exception is a harsh security measure that suspends certain constitutional rights to combat gang violence. It grants authorities expanded powers for arrests and prolonged detentions without immediate judicial oversight. The measure began in late March 2022 … Read more
The San Salvador Metropolitan Area: 28 Districts, From Upscale Urban Centers to Charming Beach Towns
The San Salvador Metropolitan Area, home to 28 diverse districts, offers a mixture of upscale urban centers, historic neighborhoods, and charming beach towns, making it a dynamic hub of culture, commerce, and tourism. The San Salvador Metropolitan Area (AMSS) includes … Read more
Bitcoin Adoption in El Salvador: A Transformational Journey
El Salvador was the first nation in the world to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender in 2021. This bold move sparked global debate, with Bitcoin proponents heralding it as a revolution in global finance, while critics question the implications for … Read more
Chivo Pets Hospital: Making Affordable Animal Care Accessible in El Salvador
Chivo Pets Hospital in El Salvador is a unique veterinary hospital launched in 2022 as part of the government’s efforts to improve animal welfare across the country. It’s a public hospital designed to offer affordable and high-quality medical care for … Read more
El Salvador Excludes Key Data From Homicide Tally: Implications for Crime Statistics
Since 2019, the Salvadoran government has been omitting key data from its official homicide tally, a move that could conceal the factual state of violence in the country. The government’s homicide data does not count deaths resulting from confrontations between … 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. … Read more