Cochabamba Water War

The Cochabamba Water War was a series of protests in Bolivia in 2000, triggered by the privatization of the city's water supply. A foreign company took over water management, significantly increasing prices and limiting access for many residents. This hardship sparked widespread protests, demonstrations, and civil unrest, as people believed water—a basic human right—should not be controlled by profit-driven entities. The movement ultimately resulted in the reversal of privatization, reaffirming community control over local water resources and highlighting issues of social justice and economic inequality.