Life in El Salvador
5 Years Post-Pandemic: How Organized Crime Has Evolved in Latin America and the Caribbean
Five years after the COVID-19 pandemic began, organized crime in Latin America and the Caribbean has adopted new strategies and strengthened control over territories and illicit economies. Drug trafficking supply chains have shifted, criminal syndicates have capitalized on the lack … Read more
Safest Months in El Salvador: March 2025 Joins the List of the Country’s Most Secure Months
Violent crime in El Salvador continues to decrease! Based on homicides, March 2025 entered the list of safest months in El Salvador in the last 50-plus years. February 2025 ended with nine homicides for a 0.29 daily rate; it also … Read more
The Most Dangerous Places In El Salvador in 2025: Ranked by Homicide Rates
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—if not the safest. As of today, the country’s … Read more
El Salvador Launches Holy Week Security Plan This Friday
SAN SALVADOR — The government will officially launch its national Holy Week security plan on Friday, aiming to prevent accidents and protect the public during one of the country’s most traveled holiday periods, officials announced this week. Luis Amaya, director … Read more
Exploring Suchitoto El Salvador: Embrace the Extraordinary Charm of this Colonial Town
Suchitoto El Salvador is a laid-back historic colonial town with fabulous cobblestone streets, gorgeous colonial houses, an iconic church, rich cultural traditions, and magnificent panoramic views of Lake Suchitlan. Today, this colorful colonial town thrives as a cultural hub in … Read more
President Bukele Inaugurates Phase 2 of Surf City, Expanding Tourism in Eastern El Salvador
JUCUARAN, El Salvador — President Nayib Bukele inaugurated Phase 2 of the Surf City project, marking a significant step in the development of El Salvador’s eastern region. The initiative, which began with a newly constructed 13-kilometer highway to Punta Mango … Read more
El Salvador Traffic Accidents: Over 4,900 Accidents and 289 Deaths Reported Thus Far in 2025
SAN SALVADOR — More than 4,900 traffic accidents were recorded in El Salvador during the first three months of 2025, resulting in 294 deaths, according to data from the National Road Safety Observatory, which manages the Fund for Assistance to … Read more
Trump Announces New Tariffs, Including 10% on Salvadoran Imports
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump announced a new round of tariffs on imports from various countries Wednesday, including a 10% tariff on goods from El Salvador. The announcement, made during a White House ceremony Trump called “Liberation Day,” is expected … Read more
Minimum Wage in El Salvador in 2025: Understanding the Economic Realities of Salvadorans
The minimum wage in El Salvador is a hot topic of discussion as it directly impacts most Salvadoran’s livelihoods and economic stability. Fair wages are crucial for reducing poverty and enhancing quality of life. But in El Salvador, the minimum … Read more