Paraguay's Che Róga Porã housing program has 5,519 pre-approved or under-analysis credits, with an average applicant age of 33, indicating strong uptake among young workers. The figures were presented by Minister Juan Carlos Baruja and AFD President Stella Guillén during a review meeting marking the initiative's second anniversary.
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The president of the Social Security Institute (IPS), Isaías Fretes, announced an asset audit to map the agency's more than 800 properties. Preliminary estimates indicate that the IPS receives only 20% of the amount due in rents, generating huge losses. The investigation, coordinated by Minister Alberto Cabrera, will also cover the control of medicines and supplies.
Paraguay's Financial Development Agency (AFD) issued 2,600 guarantees backing US$ 55 million in credits for women, according to President Stella Guillén. The initiative aims to reduce barriers such as informality and lack of credit history, promoting economic autonomy and family impact.