Bolivian Merchants Fight Oil Shortages with a Mobile App

Amidst Oil Shortages in La Paz, Bolivian Merchants Turn to Mobile App for Control La Paz, Bolivia is facing challenges with cooking oil distribution. To combat shortages and prevent hoarding, merchants on Gallardo Street have taken matters into their own hands. They've developed a mobile application requiring buyers to present their ID cards before purchasing oil. This innovative approach is currently in a pilot phase. "We are implementing this app as a pilot program to register the ID numbers of buyers," explains one merchant featured in a recent video report. "Without the ID, we can't sell." The initiative stems from the lack of government regulation and control in the oil market. The app aims to ensure that everyone has fair access to essential goods. While some buyers express concern about the limitations, others appreciate the effort to address the scarcity. One woman interviewed stated, "It's a difficult time, and we need to find solutions." The app's system also prevents individuals from buying more than one bottle of oil per month per ID. This measure aims to further curb hoarding and ensure equitable distribution. The innovative approach of these La Paz merchants offers a potential model for other communities facing similar challenges.

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