Neglected by govt, Brazilian favela organizations take COVID-19 data collection into their own hands
The Brazilian government has been accused of under reporting case numbers of COVID-19 in Rio de Janeiro’s…
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An interview with Mobile Growth Summit CEO: Mobile marketing looks to Latin America despite COVID-19 challenges
In mid-February, SoftBank announced that it would to continue to invest in its $5 billion dollar Latin…
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How fame impacts Barranquilla’s carnival kids
Miranda Torres, aged 11, and Isaac Rodríguez, aged 10, were Queen and King of this year’s Children’s…
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Colombia’s government is digitalizing social inclusion, expanding connectivity
Colombia’s Ministry of Information Technologies and Communications (MinTic) is currently rolling out…
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MIT Technology Review announces the winners of Innovators Under 35 LATAM
Solar panels derived from micro-algae, a program that gives migrants the opportunity to learn how to…
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What’s driving global tech companies to Latin America
Global tech companies are focusing on expansion in Latin America, a sign that the region is ripe with…
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Helena Gualinga is a voice for indigenous communities in the fight against climate change
When climate activist Helena Gualinga was a child, she lived in fear of not being able to return to…
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Why Bolsonaro is “curating” Brazil’s culture
When Roberto Alvim was hired by President Jair Bolsonaro as Brazil’s Special Secretary of Culture…
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How one Venezuelan entrepreneur intends to rescue the shoe industry
The footwear industry has a disproportionately large carbon footprint. Combined with apparel, the two…
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