Frustration and anger over the due process of law is allowing vigilante justice to prosper along the Colombian coast.
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Colombia: Butterflies on the front line of the coca wars
The Eloria Noyesi coca-eating butterfly could become this country’s substitute weapon in the “War on the Drugs” believes biologist Alberto Gómez Mejía.
Taking back Buenaventura from violent crime
Community initiatives are helping to curb the violence in Colombia’s most important port city, Buenaventura.
Biking with the ‘Hurones’ of Colombia’s Casanare
With pristine trails along the Eastern Cordillera, Casanare is hosting the 2nd edition of the ‘Hurones’ expedition.
Synthetic Marijuana: A dangerous trend for world public health
Synthetic cannabinoids have been detected in more than 90 countries and a dangerous trend for public health.
Colombia: You’re moving where?
Making the decision to move to Colombia means having to break deeply-rooted stereotypes writes Shahida Muhammad.
Santos on FARC: “This is the war we want to end”
An attack by FARC rebels in Cauca which killed 11 soldiers could resume bombardments against camps and directly threatens the peace talks.
Pope Francis and his historic trip to Colombia
Pope Francis’ planned trip to Colombia in 2017 sends a message of the need for peace and reconciliation as the government of President Juan Manuel Santos navigates a treacherous accord with ex-FARC.
For Colombia’s President Santos “tourism is peace”
President Juan Manuel Santos brought his message of peace for Colombia to launch the 36th edition of the travel and tourism fair, ANATO.
The weavers of Mampuján and the Quilts of Hope
Women in a small Afro-Colombian town are coming to terms with their violent past through a community-led initiative to embroider their history as quilts.
HRH Prince Charles visits Colombia’s majestic Chiribiquete
HRH Prince Charles visits Colombia’s majestic PNN Chiribiquete thanks to invitation by President Juan Manuel Santos.
The last “Animeros” of Colombia’s Magdalena
During November, towns across Colombia’s Magdalena Medio call on an ‘animero’ to grant peace to the ‘lost souls’ of the disappeared.
La Guajira: Drought and corruption among the Wayúu
As an extended drought kills cattle and creates food and water shortages, La Guajira’s crisis is deeply rooted in corruption.
President Juan Manuel Santos embarks on his second term
Juan Manuel Santos takes office on Thursday for a second term in which domestic issues will be as critical as defining the peace accord with FARC.
Santos reelected President of Colombia 2014-2018
After a grueling campaign and second round, Juan Manuel Santos was reelected Sunday June 15th, President of Colombia.
Ana Mercedes Hoyos: Beyond bowls of fruit
The paintings of Ana Mercedes Hoyos are indelibly linked with a Colombian identity. The subject of many works is “soul mate” Zenaida.