EPISODE · Jun 4, 2024 · 26 MIN
Assignment: El Salvador – life after the gangs
from The Documentary Podcast · host BBC World Service
El Salvador used to be known as one of the most dangerous places in the world. The central American country was dominated by rival gangs who terrorised the population. President Bukele declared a State of Emergency in 2022 and since then more than 76,000 people have been arrested – around 1% of the population. Two years on Jane Chambers travels to El Salvador to find out how people’s lives have changed – for better and for worse - since the crack down on crime.
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