Peru

As an educator in Peru, I am deeply concerned about the future of education in our country. …

It was reported by Reuters that Swiss commodities and mining giant Glencore is seeking to expand production capacity at its Anatapaccay copper mine in Peru. At the same time, Andy Home of Reuters Commodities published a column about how the global copper stocks are signaling weak pricing trends in the…

May in the Americas: A free expression roundup produced by IFEX’s Regional Editor Laura Vidal, based on IFEX member reports and news from the region. Violence took three more journalists in the region; Peru approved a bill increasing penalties for defamation and Guatemala’s news outlet elPeriódico was forced to close…

Peru, a country nestled in the heart of South America, is a land of rich history, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes. From the majestic peaks of the Andes to the mystical ruins of Machu Picchu, Peru offers an enchanting travel experience. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, an adventure seeker, or…

Found in the country of Peru several years ago, was a small stature d alien looking being. This country is known for its lush rain forests. This includes Machu Picchu the ancient Incan city — located in the Andes mountains. The surrounding region of Machu Picchu, consists of the Sacred…

Here are the key facts of this story, as agreed upon by ¹Al Jazeera, ²Amnesty International, ³CNN and ⁴Guardian. A new Amnesty International report alleges that the Peruvian government has used disproportionate violence against poor and Indigenous people throughout the months-long protests that took place following the former Pres. Pedro…

Introduction to Chairman Gonzalo Abimael Guzmán Reynoso, also known as Chairman Gonzalo, was born on December 3, 1934, in Arequipa, Peru. He was the son of a lawyer and a schoolteacher and grew up in a middle-class family. He attended the National University of San Agustin in Arequipa, where he studied philosophy and literature…

Introduction to Túpac Amaru II Túpac Amaru II was born in 1738 in Peru. He was descended from the Inca royal family and was thus a member of the indigenous elite. However, despite his privileged background, Túpac Amaru II was deeply committed to the cause of indigenous rights and saw himself as a champion of…

Mancora Pt. 3 — Shaking off the negative vibes, I shuffle past the assortment of bamboo tables. No one appears to be home, save for a white fluffball of a cat curled asleep into a ball on the rump of a mermaid statue in the corner. My attention turns to the clamshell décor bar…