Sardinata, a picturesque town in northeast Colombia, opens its doors to sustainable tourism, offering breathtaking natural beauty and rich cultural heritage at the gateway to the Catatumbo mountain range.
The U.S. Department of State’s 2024 Investment Climate report highlights rising uncertainty for investors in Colombia under President Gustavo Petro, with economic growth slowing to 0.6% in 2023 due to decreased investment and high-interest rates.
Former UNGRD chief Olmedo López claims Colombian officials pressured him to award contracts to the ELN guerrilla group to maintain peace talks, sparking a major corruption scandal. The Supreme Court has opened an investigation into the allegations, which implicate high-ranking members of the Petro government.
Lionel Messi’s Argentina will face Colombia in the highly anticipated 2024 Copa América USA final at Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on July 14. The match, kicking off at 8:00 PM (ET), promises a thrilling conclusion to the tournament.
Colombia’s national team, Selección Colombia, secures a thrilling victory against Uruguay in the semi-final match of Copa América, setting up a highly anticipated final clash with Argentina on Sunday, in Miami.
Colombia achieves record low deforestation rate in 2023 confirmed Environment Minister Susana Muhamad. The 36% drop in deforestation, marks the lowest rate ever recorded, and attributed to peace efforts and strengthened conservation agreements.
Colombia’s ELN guerrilla has recruited over 100 child soldiers in 2024, violating human rights and international law. Recent rescues reveal the ongoing crisis amid peace talks.
Colombia’s tall-ship ARC Gloria majestically sailed through London’s Tower Bridge on the same day both Colombia and England reached the semi-finals of their respective football tournaments.
Colombia’s tourism soars with record-breaking visitor numbers in 2024, and bolstered by prestigious World Travel Awards recognizing cities like Cartagena, Medellín, Cali and Bogotá.
The Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) celebrates its 15th anniversary from July 8-12, 2024, with an expansive agenda showcasing Colombian talent and Latin American cinema, featuring international guests, new industry initiatives, and regional outreach.
Sevilla’s Blues en el Balcón Festival returns for its fifth year from June 28-30, promising a vibrant celebration of blues music and cultural exchange at the heart of Valle del Cauca.
Colombia’s JEP urges Attorney General Luz Adriana Camargo to probe alleged illegal surveillance of magistrates by the National Intelligence Directorate as phone-tapping scandal widens.
The páramo of El Consuelo in the departments of Boyacá and Santander is a majestic high-altitude wetland that draws attention for its unique biodiversity and ancient frailejón plants. Local conservation efforts are underway to protect this vital ecosystem from climate change and human activity.
Colombia’s second-largest city – Medellín – now hosts over 240,000 Venezuelan migrants, making up 10% of its population, amid concerns over rising xenophobia and declining tourism and hotel occupancy.
Colombia’s President Gustavo Petro designates Carlos Pizarro’s iconic beige straw hat as Cultural Heritage in a solemn ceremony at Bogotá’s Casa de Nariño.
A stunning natural rift valley with towering limestone columns is one of many unique attractions for those visiting the department of Boyacá.