I am a journalist and correspondent with experience covering news in El Salvador, Guatemala, and Honduras. I offer writing, video recording, and fixer services for international media seeking reliable and real-time information from the region.

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Family continues to demand justice eight years after the murder of Honduran indigenous leader Berta Cáceres

03 Oct 2023  |  www.vozdeamerica.com  |  Spanish  |  Judicial System

Eight years after the murder of indigenous leader Berta Cáceres, her family and community continue to demand justice. Cáceres, a prominent activist against the Agua Zarca hydroelectric project, was killed in 2016. Although several individuals, including Roberto David Castillo, a director of Desarrollos Energéticos, have been convicted, the Honduran Supreme Court has yet to confirm the sentences. The article highlights ongoing struggles for land rights and justice, with criticisms directed at the Honduran government and judicial system. The community remains vigilant against threats to their territory and continues to seek accountability for Cáceres' murder.

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Cem Caner is a journalist based between London, United Kingdom, and Mersin, Türkiye. A graduate of King's College London, Cem is fluent in English and Turkish, with professional proficiency in Russian and German. He has reported on current affairs, socio-political issues, and cultural stories, ...

A review of Internet Democracy in 2025

01 Mar 2025  |  dannycemcaner.blogspot.com  |  English  |  Social Media Influence

The article examines the role of the internet and social media in democracy, highlighting how platforms like Facebook and Twitter have been used by authoritarian regimes to manipulate public opinion and suppress dissent. It discusses instances in Honduras, Turkey, Gaza, and Myanmar where digital manipulation has had severe consequences, including rigged elections and ethnic violence. The piece argues that while the internet has the potential to empower democratic movements, the indifference of tech companies and the prioritization of profit over public good have made digital democracy a fragile illusion.

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Alice Driver is a writer who covers immigration and labor rights. She is represented by Kirsty McLachlan of Morgan Green Creatives in London.

Diving for Red Gold: The Human Cost of Honduran Lobster

06 Dec 2023  |  civileats.com  |  English  |  Human Rights

The article discusses the human cost of lobster diving in Honduras, highlighting the dangers faced by divers and the lack of support for those injured in the process. It examines the role of fishery improvement projects (FIPs) funded by organizations like the Walton Family Foundation and the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, and the controversy surrounding the privatization of fisheries. Despite efforts to improve traceability and sustainability, the article reveals that dive-caught lobster is still being sold as trap-caught, and the exploitation of divers continues. Personal stories of divers, such as Rosendo Teodoro Calderón, illustrate the dire consequences of decompression illness and the absence of adequate government assistance.

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Toby Hill is a freelance journalist based in Asuncion, Paraguay, covering social, political and environmental issues. He was previously based in Bolivia, where he wrote on indigneous activism for the Guardian and the country's gridlocked prison system for OpenDemocracy, among many other themes.

U.S.-backed Honduran government wants to use Facebook to crack down on journalists

29 Mar 2018  |  www.vice.com  |  English  |  Media Freedom

The Honduran government, backed by the U.S., is attempting to pass legislation that would allow it to censor social media and suppress dissenting news sites, threatening media freedom in the country. Journalist Dina Meza, who has faced harassment for her reporting on human rights, highlights the importance of social media in bypassing traditional media censorship. The proposed law, criticized by activists and international organizations, could impose heavy fines on media outlets and individuals for not complying with government orders to delete content. The situation underscores the broader issues of corruption, nepotism, and impunity in Honduras, with social media serving as a crucial platform for exposing these problems.

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Nathaniel Janowitz is a journalist/writer/photographer based in the Americas. He currently works for VICE and previously published with outlets like The New York Times, ESPN, BBC, High Times, Esquire, others.

41 Dead, Most Burned to Death, in Gang Attack in Honduras Women’s Prison

21 Jun 2023  |  www.vice.com  |  English  |  Women's Role in Organized Crime

A deadly riot at a women's prison in Tamara, Honduras, resulted in 41 deaths, with many victims burned to death. President Xiomara Castro attributed the violence to gangs Barrio 18 and MS-13, suggesting complicity from security authorities. The incident underscores the growing involvement of women in organized crime in Latin America. The Honduran prison system, plagued by gang control, faces severe challenges, with calls for drastic measures to address the lawlessness.

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William Neal is a journalist based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Embattled Honduran President Celebrates Spike in Coke Seizures

14 Sept 2020  |  OCCRP  |  English  |  Crime

Despite nationwide restrictions due to the novel coronavirus, Honduran authorities have incinerated over 2,628 kilograms of cocaine, marking an increase from the previous year. President Juan Orlando Hernandéz has vowed further action against drug trafficking, despite being implicated in his brother's drug trafficking case in the US. La Mosquitia remains a key hub for cocaine smuggling into the US, with increased local production. Government statistics show a rise in seizures, though overall trafficking may also be increasing. The US Department of State reports that up to 4% of cocaine trafficked into the US may come through Honduras.

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Tamara Pearson has been a journalist for 22 years, and an editor as well for a total of 12 of those. She is based in Puebla, Mexico.

The Honduran president used Facebook to massively inflate his popularity – an interview with Sophie Zhang

16 Apr 2021  |  contracorriente.red  |  English  |  Elections

Sophie Zhang, a former Facebook data scientist, reveals how Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández used fake Facebook pages to inflate his popularity. Despite Facebook's efforts to curb such activities, the manipulation continued, highlighting the platform's slow response and prioritization of profit. The interview underscores the broader implications of social media abuse in political contexts, particularly in smaller, less influential countries like Honduras. Zhang suggests that public pressure and media coverage are crucial in holding social media companies accountable.

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Louisa Reynolds is a freelance journalist and translator based in Guatemala. Although Guatemala is the main focus of her work, she has done reporting trips to Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Honduras, Panama and Belize.
She has done live interviews for CNN, Radio France International, Monocle News Daily,...

Are We Witnessing a Central American Spring?

26 Jun 2015  |  Foreign Policy  |  English  |  Central American Politics

Protests in Guatemala and Honduras are demanding significant political changes and anti-corruption measures. In Guatemala, the movement began with the exposure of a massive customs fraud network, leading to widespread demonstrations against President Otto Pérez Molina. The protests have spread to Honduras, where similar corruption scandals have fueled calls for President Juan Orlando Hernández's resignation. Both countries are experiencing unprecedented levels of civic engagement, driven by a desire for transparency and accountability. The International Commission Against Impunity in Guatemala (CICIG) has played a crucial role in uncovering corruption, and there are calls for a similar body in Honduras. Despite the momentum, it remains uncertain whether these movements will achieve lasting political reform.

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Jeremy Robson is a European journalist mainly focusing on video production and video journalism. He also has a passion for, and experience with, working on environmental topics as well as human rights, war and conflict, technology and innovation.

Leaving Honduras

01 Oct 2024  |  Public Seminar  |  English  |  Honduras Political Situation

The article critiques the US's historical and ongoing role in contributing to instability and migration in Honduras through militarized support for corrupt regimes and economic policies favoring US interests. It highlights the impact of US foreign policy on Honduras, including the support of military coups and economic agreements that have exacerbated poverty and inequality. The piece calls for the US to address its complicity in these issues and support a progressive agenda in Honduras to tackle the root causes of migration.

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Waldo Serrano is a journalist based in Hialeah, United States of America.
Worked in journals, United Press International, Reuters, Office of Cuban Broadcasting and currently in Voice of America.
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Thousands of Stranded Venezuelan Migrants Accumulate in Central America

20 Oct 2023  |  www.vozdeamerica.com  |  Spanish  |  Central American Politics

Thousands of Venezuelan migrants are stranded in Central America, unable to continue their journey to the United States due to a new U.S. policy that allows only 24,000 Venezuelans to enter by air while those crossing the border are sent back to Mexico. Migrants face significant challenges in countries like Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Honduras, where local governments and humanitarian organizations are attempting to manage the crisis. The situation is dire, with many migrants lacking resources and facing uncertain futures. Efforts are being made to provide temporary assistance, but the overall outlook remains bleak.

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I am a journalist with 23 years of experience in different areas of communications and in humanitarian short films production.

I work as a freelancer on assignments such as filming, scripts, production, video editing, professional photography, news writing, news video and as a fixer when needed.
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Nayib Bukele declares victory in El Salvador's presidential elections, vote counting continues

02 Oct 2023  |  www.vozdeamerica.com  |  Spanish  |  Politics

Nayib Bukele declared victory in El Salvador's presidential elections with 85% of the votes, despite delays in vote counting due to technical issues. Bukele's party, Nuevas Ideas, also claimed a significant majority in the Legislative Assembly. The elections were marked by Bukele's controversial re-election bid and his hardline stance against gangs, which has been criticized for human rights violations. International reactions included congratulations from the US, Nicaragua, and other countries. The Tribunal Supremo Electoral faced challenges in electronic vote transmission, leading to manual counting.

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