Legislators seek to reclassify violations in the COIP after record numbers of injuries and deaths linked to phones. Debate revives stalled reforms After three years of delays, Ecuador’s National Assembly has reopened debate on long-awaited reforms to the Comprehensive...
Government pledges aggressive actions in nine provinces, but analysts warn of limited resources and political rhetoric. Military strategy enters new stage Ecuador’s Armed Forces have outlined a new strategy that places the elimination of organized crime leaders at the...
One year after historic outages, Noboa’s administration says electricity supply is secure and stable. One year after the crisis September marks a year since Ecuador faced some of the worst power blackouts in decades, when low reservoir levels and poor planning forced...
Unicef warns of alarming rise in overweight children, with processed foods fueling epidemic across regions. A turning point in global malnutrition For the first time in recorded history, obesity has become the most common form of malnutrition among school-aged children and adolescents. A report released on September 9, 2025, by UNICEF estimates that 188 million […]
High demand, speculation, and gentrification are reshaping the city’s housing market, leaving locals struggling with rising prices. Skyrocketing values in prime locations Cuenca’s real estate market has entered a phase where luxury developments dominate the conversation. Apartments overlooking the Tomebamba River or in sought-after neighborhoods like Puertas del Sol are priced at around $1,500 per […]
Funeral rituals of organized crime groups in Ecuador have become displays of control and defiance against the state. A culture of death and power In Manabí, wakes and funerals for members of criminal organizations are no longer private acts of mourning. They have transformed into elaborate spectacles that mix grief, violence, and coded messages of […]
New openings in Quito, Guayaquil, Cumbayá and Samborondón reflect growing demand for premium coffee experiences. Ecuador’s coffee culture gains momentum Coffee consumption in Ecuador continues to surge, and the landscape is rapidly evolving. International chains like Starbucks and Juan Valdez are expanding, while local brands such as Sweet & Coffee and smaller entrepreneurs are competing […]
President presents seven new questions that challenge the court, political system, and citizen participation model A renewed attempt at constitutional change President Daniel Noboa is once again turning to Ecuador’s voters in his effort to reshape the country’s institutions. After several failed attempts before the Constitutional Court, his administration has submitted a new set of […]