politics
March 17, 2026
Compañera Rosario Murillo on Multinoticias (03-16-26)
Good afternoon, Compañera, and a very good week to start with the Blessing, and Hand in Hand with the Heavenly Father.
TL;DR
- Nicaragua is preparing for the Summer Season/Holy Week 2026 with comprehensive plans from government entities covering security, family, recreation, and emergencies.
- The country is attracting foreign investment, with the President of Condor Gold, Nicolás Candy, visiting mining projects.
- Nicaragua will receive a donation of urea and wheat from the People's Republic of China, facilitated by the China International Cooperation Agency (CIDCA).
- Numerous infrastructure projects are underway, including new security units, prison facility inaugurations, housing, streets, bridges, drainage works, and park developments.
- Updates on agriculture include a national inventory of 74,600 pigs and successful Expoferias for entrepreneurs.
- The Ministry of Health reports a decrease in pneumonia and leptospirosis cases, alongside a slight increase in dengue.
- Progress is being made in healthcare with donations for hemophilia treatment and improvements in water supply in Ocotal.
- The country is promoting tourism and exports, including bananas, and celebrating the anniversary of the National Literacy Crusade.