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Giant Keiko Fujimori Effigy Burned in Pisco New Year Ritual During Campaign Kickoff

A traditional year-end burn served as pointed political commentary at the outset of Peru’s 2026 race.

Overview

  • The burning took place just after midnight on January 1 in the Leticia sector of Pisco, drawing dozens of residents and visitors.
  • The figure stood over 10 meters tall and was installed with a crane, prompting local reminders to follow safety measures for large public structures.
  • The effigy echoed Fuerza Popular imagery with orange clothing and a large “K,” and featured an exaggerated rat tail to heighten the satire.
  • Videos spread rapidly on social media and drew mixed reactions, while organizers described the display as symbolic criticism of the political class.
  • The spectacle coincided with the electoral body’s admission of Fujimori’s 2026 ticket with Luis Galarreta and Miguel Torres, as prosecutor José Domingo Pérez pursues challenges related to the Cócteles case.