Peru: Adjoining communities of Chipta amass new complaints against Antamina
New complaints from the inhabitants of the adjoining areas of Chipta (San Marcos district) remain unaddressed by state authorities, while the explosions and demolitions caused by the expansion of Antamina mines continue to damage residents health. A little more than 109 yards separate Chipta from the Antamina mine and its activities, which has made this company a serious hazard for dozens of indigenous families.
Guatemala: Thousands of indigenous communities march to defend their land
After marching for eight days from their communities, indigenous campesinos arrived in the capital March 27, seeking solutions to the serious agrarian problem in their country.The marchers demanded that the Guatemalan government, as well as local, national and international media, address the issues facing the rural campesino majority of the country, including the rampant evictions of indigenous peoples by sugar companies, mines and oil companies. An estimated 15,000 people, including unionists, teachers, students and civil organizations took part in the demonstration, which was organized by the Committee for Campesino Unity.