Venezuelans earn under $200/month during crisis, turn to odd jobs & gambling, struggle to afford essentials.

Venezuelans struggle with low wages and turn to odd jobs and gambling to make ends meet during their country's ongoing crisis. Eleven years into the complex crisis, many earn under $200 a month, making it challenging for families in rural and urban areas to obtain essentials. A municipal market in eastern Venezuela is teeming with customers searching for deals among produce, meat, and shelf-stable products, but tight budgets often prevent them from making purchases.

July 24, 2024
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