The Venezuelan government has continued to shut down radio stations even as it touts a new era of freedoms, silencing at least eight broadcasters since the beginning of 2026.
In Venezuela, the government led by Chavismo has recently intensified its efforts to silence dissenting voices in media, specifically targeting radio stations. At least eight radio stations have been closed in the short span since the beginning of 2026, including prominent stations Urban 94.3 FM in Guatire and Unika 92.1 in Caracas. This crackdown, marked by the confiscation of equipment and the lasting consequences for the local workforce, raises questions about the government's claims of promoting a new era of freedoms and openness.
