In light of the rising prices of chicken and beef, pork is becoming a staple.

More than two years have passed since the Cuban government announced it would begin to phase out its second form of currency known as the convertible peso.

In the wake of an extremely controversial fourteen to twenty percent increase in gas prices in Mexico, a fierce discussion has begun between government officials about other commodities that could see a price increase, as well.

A stark contrast between the Peruvian departments of Apurímac and Cajamarca demonstrates the economic potential of a thriving mining industry.

In an effort to encourage social and economic development throughout the continent, the Development Bank of Latin America (CAF) has put forward a number of proposed actions that would have to be undertaken towards meeting this goal.

–Researched and written by Katie Freund In Guanajuato, Mexico, long lines of cars stretch out of the gas stations that are still open.

After the construction company Odebrecht admitted in US courts to bribes in exchange for contracts, numerous Latin American companies have announced investigations in their own countries.

The Minister of Social Inclusion, Cayetana Aljovín, emphasized that the projects will be located in rural communities that are experiencing extreme poverty.

Shortly before Christmas, the government of Rio de Janeiro in Brazil suspended wages, leaving many workers feeling uncertain going into the holidays.

Venezuela saw over 30% of its companies go out of business in 2016, due to inventory shortages and increasingly high product prices.