La Nación, a prominent Costa Rican newspaper, reported on May 5, 2026, several key appointments announced by President-elect Laura Fernández. The announcements include leadership changes at major national institutions.
According to a post published at 17:54 UTC, La Nación stated: “Laura Fernández nombró a Carolina Delgado como presidenta ejecutiva del Instituto Nacional de las Mujeres (Inamu). Foto: Jose Cordero https://t.co/2FNazFeIrN”.
Shortly after, at 17:55 UTC, the outlet reported another appointment: ” José Miguel Jiménez, alcalde de Río Cuarto es presidente del IFAM https://t.co/kUg9oEZ5ih”.
In a third announcement made at 17:55 UTC as well, La Nación posted: “Lourdes Sáurez será la presidenta ejecutiva del Instituto Costarriense de Acueductos y Alcantarillados (AyA), según anunció la presidenta electa, Laura Fernández. Foto: Jose Cordero https://t.co/3nBwj6u2m4”.
The Institute for Municipal Development and Advisory (IFAM), the National Institute for Women (INAMU), and the Costa Rican Institute of Aqueducts and Sewers (AyA) are significant public entities in Costa Rica. Leadership appointments to these organizations are often closely watched due to their impact on public policy and service delivery. Laura Fernández’s nominations come as she prepares to assume office as president.
