# Deaths of Venezuelan activist and journalist

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/deaths-of-venezuelan-activist-and-journalist
> Updated: 2026-10-18T11:39:10.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

On October 15, 2026, Venezuela reported the deaths of two prominent figures: activist and architect Mariela Ramírez and sports journalist Milagros Cofiño.

Ramírez, a co-founder of the civil society organization Foro Cívico, was recognized for her work in building social networks and dialogue platforms, including the Dale Letra Citizen Movement and the ‘mobile alphabet’ initiative. 

Cofiño, a Caracas-born journalist who had been living in Spain, was a notable figure at Meridiano Televisión. Following her passing at age 43, colleagues and the network honored her legacy, describing her as an “extraordinary professional” characterized by her charisma and energy.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-18: Milagros Cofiño, Venezuelan sports journalist, dies in Spain

Venezuelan sports journalist Milagros Cofiño has died in Spain at age 43. She was a prominent figure at Meridiano TV and is remembered by colleagues for her charisma and professional impact.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/milagros-cofio-venezuelan-sports-journalist-dies-in-spain

### 2026-10-15: Venezuela mourns activist Mariela Ramírez and journalist Milagros Cofiño

Venezuela mourns the loss of two notable figures: activist and architect Mariela Ramírez, a co-founder of Foro Cívico, and sports journalist Milagros Cofiño, formerly of Meridiano Televisión.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/venezuela-mourns-activist-mariela-ramrez-and-journalist-milagros-cofio

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