Donaldo Hernandez

Produced by Donaldo Hernandez

July 24, 2023
More Nicaraguan Journalists Flee, Citing Fear of Retaliation

Analysts are concerned about future of independent news in Nicaragua as members of media go into exile, fewer students take journalism courses
May 04, 2023
The Inside Story - A Free Press Matters | Episode 90

This week, we're at the United Nations for the 30th anniversary of World Press Freedom Day. Where is a free and independent media in the greatest danger? And who is fighting to ensure the rights of journalists? Join us on The Inside Story: A Free Press Matters.
February 16, 2023
Pope Francis Prays for Nicaraguan Bishop, Laments His 26-Year Prison Sentence

More than 200 political prisoners from Nicaragua were freed in a surprise move by that country’s government on February 9, but dozens more remain incarcerated, including a Catholic bishop. Donaldo Hernandez has more in a report narrated by Veronica Villafane.
January 19, 2023
The Inside Story-New Congress, New Challenges

After a bruising fight over its leadership, a new Congress takes over Capitol Hill. How will divided government impact America’s direction? From immigration to defending Ukraine, The Inside Story: New Congress, New Challenges.
December 29, 2022
Fleeing Repression in Nicaragua, Media Find Support in Costa Rica

As dozens of journalists flee threats and harassment in Nicaragua, a media nonprofit offers a helping hand
November 23, 2022
For Venezuelan Refugees, Journey to US Ends in Costa Rica

Although there are no official figures, authorities in Costa Rica estimate thousands of Venezuelan migrants could be stranded in the Central American country. For VOA News, Donaldo Hernández has the story, narrated by Cristina Caicedo Smit. Camera: Donaldo Hernández
September 16, 2022
Media Deal With Russia Worries Nicaragua's Independent Journalists

Government says agreement with Russian news agency will 'defend the truth' in face of US, European manipulation
August 26, 2022
Nicaragua Continues Crackdown on Independent Media

The most recent outlets shut down by the Ortega government are Radio Dario, one of the oldest radio stations in the country, and iconic newspaper La Prensa
November 10, 2020
Hundreds Left Homeless by Hurricane Eta in Nicaragua's Caribbean Coast

Nicaraguan authorities estimate that more than 1,700 homes where destroyed by Eta, a Category 4 hurricane
September 18, 2020
Nicaraguan Government Threatens to Close Independent TV Station

Country’s Justice Department threatens to seize $350,000 it says Canal 12 owes in taxes
June 11, 2020
Experts Warn about Possible Health System Collapse in Nicaragua

An independent group of Nicaraguan health workers are reporting over 4,000 cases of the virus and nearly 1,000 deaths, but government authorities say country is ready to handle any large outbreak of COVID
February 11, 2020
After 18 Month Newsprint Blockade, Nicaragua's 'La Prensa' Poised to Reboot

Managua mum on last week's shock decision to hand over seized shipment of ink, paper, printing equipment
October 07, 2019
What Forced Nicaragua Newspaper to Shutter After 40 Years

"El Nuevo Diario," one of Nicaragua's oldest newspapers is shutting down, after close to 40 years of printing and informing Nicaraguans. Newspaper executives reported they closed due to economic circumstances and challenging times for journalists in the Central American country. VOA's Donaldo Hernández has this report narrated by Cristina Caicedo Smit.

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Donaldo Hernandez

Produced by Donaldo Hernandez

More Nicaraguan Journalists Flee, Citing Fear of Retaliation

The Inside Story - A Free Press Matters | Episode 90

Pope Francis Prays for Nicaraguan Bishop, Laments His 26-Year Prison Sentence

The Inside Story-New Congress, New Challenges

Fleeing Repression in Nicaragua, Media Find Support in Costa Rica

For Venezuelan Refugees, Journey to US Ends in Costa Rica

Media Deal With Russia Worries Nicaragua's Independent Journalists

Nicaragua Continues Crackdown on Independent Media

Hundreds Left Homeless by Hurricane Eta in Nicaragua's Caribbean Coast

Nicaraguan Government Threatens to Close Independent TV Station

Experts Warn about Possible Health System Collapse in Nicaragua

After 18 Month Newsprint Blockade, Nicaragua's 'La Prensa' Poised to Reboot

What Forced Nicaragua Newspaper to Shutter After 40 Years