Honduras

A Mother's Day concert in Tegucigalpa featured the prison band "Libertad," formed months ago to promote inmate reintegration through music as part of a broader rehabilitation program

Honduras has launched the 100 hotline for anonymously reporting animal abuse nationwide, aiming to strengthen animal protection and enforce penalties under the country's penal code

Cafexpo 2025, Honduras largest coffee industry showcase, has been opened, bringing together producers, buyers and international experts; coffee is the country's top export produced, 30% of the agricultural GDP, and supports over 120.000 families

A dry law was enforced for 3 days for the primary elections, halting approximately L35 (€1,2) million in San Pedro Sula’s economy, impacting 720+ businesses, and sparking concerns from business owners while authorities argue it ensures orderly voting

Honduras is supporting the reintegration of returned migrants through economic aid, job programs, and cooperation with China and Mexico, aiming to reduce migration by creating opportunities, while also providing protection for vulnerable nationals

A tutoring program to tackle school failure in rural areas has been launched, sending teachers into coffee fields and using phone calls where the internet is scarce, helping thousands of children catch up academically and return to school

A urgent CELAC summit to address migration and regional unity amidst US anti-immigration measures has been called by Honduras' President Xiomara Castro

Honduras is facing the potential loss of thousands of jobs if the US proceeds with plans to withdraw its military bases from the country, raising concerns about economic stability and employment opportunities for Hondurans

The number of migrants passing through Honduras dropped by 30,1% in 2024, mainly due to stricter measures in Panama as well as the country itself