La Matanza, the most populated municipality in the province of Buenos Aires, is undergoing a severe crisis that highlights the ineffectiveness of the management of Governor Axel Kicillof and Mayor Fernando Espinoza. The combination of environmental, social, and security problems demands an urgent and effective response, amidst lingering uncertainties about whether the authorities will have the political will to address these crises before the situation becomes irreversible.
In terms of waste, the situation is described as an "environmental genocide," with an average of 44,640 tons of Urban Solid Waste generated monthly in La Matanza. Neighborhoods like La Batilla endure living conditions comparable to the most impoverished areas of other countries, due to the lack of management and the presence of the CEAMSE landfill in González Catán, which receives the garbage from millions of inhabitants and poses a serious risk to public health.
Insecurity in La Matanza has reached critical levels, reflected in an alarming increase in homicides during robberies. The lack of resources in the police stations, the inability of the police to respond to emergencies, and the immobilization of funds allocated for security demonstrate a failed management. Residents report liberated areas where drug trafficking has absolute control, while the empty promises of the authorities only exacerbate public distrust.
The waste collection also presents serious deficiencies, with the absence of green points, adequate containers, and insufficient collection frequency. This has led to the accumulation of garbage at corners and the proliferation of clandestine dumps, impacting both the environment and public health. Requests for information on waste management from residents have been ignored by Mayor Espinoza, revealing a lack of transparency and commitment from local authorities.
