Bolivia: Latest news in Bolivia, October 5th, 2026
05-10-2026
Here are the primary news developments in Bolivia as of October 5, 2026:
Judicial and Political Fallout Over Former Attorney General: Following the arrest and formal dismissal of former Attorney General Roger Mariaca over alleged ties to drug trafficking and organized crime, judicial proceedings have intensified. Authorities conducted raids linked to the investigation, including searches involving former cabinet officials, while the Legislative Assembly works under an interim appointment following emergency legislation to replace the post.
CBS NewsNational Agricultural Census Launch: The National Institute of Statistics (INE) officially kicked off the nationwide Agricultural Census (Censo Nacional Agropecuario) on October 5. The initiative aims to modernize and update national data across hundreds of thousands of production units and millions of cultivated hectares.
Fuel Distribution and Economic Reforms: State oil firm YPFB announced an increase in fuel distribution across the country to stabilize supply amidst ongoing logistical adjustments. This follows structural measures surrounding the phased elimination of fuel subsidies, backed by the recent approval of a $1.9 billion extended arrangement with the International Monetary Fund.
La NaciónWildfires in Tarija: Emergency services and regional authorities are addressing four major simultaneous forest fires affecting areas within the Tarija department, complicating local environmental and agricultural conditions.