The article explores the concept of light through an old Aymara folktale about a Fox and a Monkey, using it as a metaphor to discuss the various ways light is perceived and used in Bolivian culture. It touches on the literal and metaphorical uses of light, from photography and cinema to spiritual enlightenment and the experiences of convicts. The issue of Bolivian Express delves into these themes with contributions from journalists and an article by Nikolaus Cox on the significance of the moon to the residents and visitors of Isla de la Luna on Lake Titicaca.

Bolivian Express explores the surreal aspects of Bolivia, from the Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat, to the Salvador Dalí Desert. The issue delves into the connections between Sigmund Freud's ideas and Bolivia's coca crop, examines altered states of consciousness, and discovers the influence of surrealism in Bolivian arts. The publication encourages self-reflection through the surreal, whether by visiting unique physical spaces or understanding the unusual ways people live.

The kusillo, a character in Bolivian folklore, symbolizes the country's cultural diversity and history. Often seen in traditional dances, the kusillo's appearance and role have evolved over time. This issue of Bolivian Express explores various aspects of Bolivian culture, from the boutique shopping experience at Mistura to the music of Panchi Maldonado's band Atajo. It also delves into the impact of fake news on Bolivia's political climate and the state of modern art in Cochabamba.

The Bolivian Prosecutor's Office issued arrest warrants for former right-wing president Jeanine Áñez and several of her ministers on charges of sedition and terrorism. The opposition claims political persecution. Ex-ministers Alvaro Coimbra and Rodrigo Guzmán were detained, while the whereabouts of Áñez are unknown. Former presidents Carlos Mesa and Jorge Quiroga condemned the actions, and Luis Fernando Camacho, who won the governorship of Santa Cruz, accused the government of lying about a coup. The CIDH is investigating the events of late 2019.