Ms. Cáceres was one of 185 environmental activists killed in 16 countries last year, according to a new report published by Global Witness, a nonprofit organization dedicated to exposing environmental abuses. “We’re sure the masterminds behind Berta’s killing have yet to be charged,” Mr. Kyte said. In both countries, some mining and agribusiness companies are backed by paramilitary groups, Mr. Kyte said. But Global Witness and other organizations continue to push for an independent investigation. PhotoOn March 3, two armed men entered the home of Berta Cáceres, an environmental activist in Honduras, and shot her dead.

Source: New York Times June 20, 2016 17:03 UTC