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Joint situational analysis
Bolivia is currently experiencing economic growth driven in part by mining, construction, transport and storage, and hydrocarbon activities. The country’s economy grew by 8.7% up to June 2021 according to the Global Index of Economic Activity (IGAE). This figure is a dramatic change from the -12.9% contraction registered in June 2020.
Despite substantial economic growth, the country con-tinues to experience humanitarian needs. Sporadic and localized civil unrest related to political and economic issues in the country continues to affect vulnerable communities and protection, access to food and non-food assistance remain important for both local populations and migrants. The country is also vulnera-ble to disasters and the impact of climate change, which also affects vulnerable communities. While access to safe and clean water has generally improved in Bolivia in recent years, further work in this area is also still of utmost importance.
Bolivia is not only a country of passage for migrants but is also becoming a destination country. It was estimated that at least 15,700 Venezuelan migrants and refugees were living in Bolivia by July 2022. This figure includes a significant number of people in irregular situations, whose migratory status makes them more prone to violence, exploitation, and other forms of abuse. Overall, migrants face a greater risk of having their rights vio-lated and experience a lack of access to health, food, water and sanitation, education, and employment.
The COVID-19 pandemic has worsened the vulnerability of the wider Bolivian population and of the Venezuelan migrants and refugees and has increased the magnitude and range of their needs. In addition to the health risks generated by the pandemic, it has further limited access to employment and income-generating opportunities.
Likewise, access to basic supplies and services has become more difficult and xenophobia and discrimina-tion towards the migrant population has been growing.