Gonzalo Paniagua Arbiza

Gonzalo Paniagua Arbiza is the president of the Barrio Sur - Zorrilla samba school, which was founded on February 19, 1997. The school, characterized by its red and yellow colors, has secured six championship titles, the latest being in 2022. This year, they are celebrating the tradition of yerba mate with a theme that highlights the cultural connections between Brazil and Uruguay.