The Terror Inflicted by La Zona in La Guajira
A once peaceful area on the northwest of Venezuela now lives under an armed group that imposes its rule of terror. Its story, and how it came to be, reflect the general decay of Zulia today.
Confessions of a Banker Amidst Hyperinflation
In Venezuela, those who should theoretically live in a magic bubble against the crisis, have stories of resistance. Here’s the case of a banker who hasn’t gotten hold of cash in a long, long time.
How the Dictatorship Ruined WhatsApp Group Chats
Up until the 2017 protests, Venezuelans used WhatsApp chats to make all sorts of plans to meet up with their friends. Now, they use them to keep in touch with loved ones who have now left the country.
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