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The 2024 Surf Tournaments in El Salvador. The ISA World Longboard Championship Begins on April 18th
Once again, the 2024 Surf Tournaments in El Salvador will bring attention to the excellent Salvadoran surfing spots and the Surf City El Salvador project. This year, the country will host four top-level international surfing competitions. The surf tournaments in El Salvador for 2024 are the ISA World Longboard Championship, … Read more
80 Days Without Homicides in El Salvador Thus Far in 2024, Six More Than the Same 2023 Period
Thus far in 2024, there have been 80 days without homicides in El Salvador; also, the country has achieved over 555 in total under the Bukele administration. It is an impressive achievement, considering that before the Nayib Bukele Presidency, El Salvador had experienced less than five days without homicides in … Read more
In 2024, El Salvador’s Homicide Rate Is 0.27 per Day or 1.6 Homicides per Every 100,000 Inhabitants
El Salvador starts 2024 with lower homicide numbers than last year; as of April 13, 2024, the country’s homicide rate stands at 0.27 per day or 1.6 homicides per every 100,000 inhabitants. Furthermore, thus far this year, El Salvador has achieved 80 days with zero homicides. In 2023, El Salvador’s … Read more
The World Bank Predicts El Salvador’s Economy Will Grow by 2.5% in 2024
On April 10, the World Bank improved El Salvador’s economic growth outlook from 2.3% to 2.5%. However, the forecast is lower than the official Salvadoran Central Reserve Bank (BCR) forecast, which estimates a rate of between 3% and 3.5%. The World Bank’s 2024 projection for the country is the lowest … Read more
Lake Coatepeque El Salvador Emergency: What You Need to Know!
The Salvadoran Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (MARN) declared an emergency in Lake Coatepeque, due to the contamination caused by cyanobacteria. The emergency measure is set to remain in effect for 12 months, to avert potential natural disasters and alleviate public health concerns stemming from the proliferation of cyanobacteria … Read more
El Salvador’s State of Exception: The Anti-gang Security Measure Gets Extended for the 25th Consecutive Time
Not too far in the past, El Salvador frequently made headlines worldwide for its issues with violence and gangs. However, Starting in 2022, a notable transformation emerged, marked by a significant improvement in security thanks in part to the state of exception security measures. To continue the direct fight against … Read more
Expo Mango El Salvador Ichanmichen! The Ideal Event to Enjoy Tasty Mango Foods, Drinks, and Sweets
Experience the allure of the Expo Mango El Salvador event at the Ichanmichen Recreational Park in Zacatecoluca. The Expo Mango offers culinary delights and mango varieties with cultural festivities that showcase the nation’s rich agricultural heritage and culinary expertise. The Expo Mango El Salvador is a family-oriented yearly event organized … Read more
