Bread Price Hike in Oruro Sparks Public Outrage

Bread Prices Soar in Oruro, Bolivia: Subsidy Shortages Spark Public Outrage ORURO, BOLIVIA – On May 21, 2025, the price of bread in Oruro, Bolivia, jumped from Bs 0.40 to Bs 0.50, triggering widespread anger among residents. Local bakers blame the increase on a shortage of subsidized flour, a critical ingredient in bread production. The video report from Red Uno shows long lines at bakeries and frustrated citizens expressing their concerns about the rising cost of this staple food. "I wanted to buy ten loaves, but they wouldn't sell them to me," said one frustrated customer shown in the Red Uno report. The video also features a baker explaining that many producers are not receiving the government-subsidized flour, which significantly increases their production costs. "We are forced to pass this extra cost onto the consumer," the baker stated. The price hike underscores the challenges faced by low-income families in Oruro, already struggling with rising living costs. The incident highlights the need for effective government policies to ensure the consistent supply of subsidized flour to bread producers and prevent future price spikes. The government's response to this issue is awaited with considerable interest by the affected population.