Municipal actions in Oruro and business closures in Guayaquil

In Oruro, Bolivia, the Municipal Urban Control Unit has begun installing protective signage in the green areas of the Sora II urbanization. This preventive measure aims to identify and safeguard public spaces, preventing illegal constructions and unauthorized land occupation. Local authorities have called on residents to report any irregular occupation attempts to facilitate municipal intervention.

Meanwhile, in the Urdesa district of Guayaquil, Ecuador, the commercial sector is facing significant challenges. Along the prominent Víctor Emilio Estrada avenue, at least 15 businesses, primarily restaurants, have closed or are listed for rent or sale. Business owners attribute these closures to a combination of factors, including the lingering effects of the pandemic, rising insecurity, and shifts in local demographics.